American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC)

Why Attend the American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Imagine Nation ELC 2024 Conference? Cutting-Edge Insights: Stay ahead of the curve by gaining access to the latest trends, technological advancements, and innovative solutions in government and industry. Learn from top experts who will share their knowledge on emerging technologies and their potential impact on mission critical objectives. Unparalleled Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse community of leaders from government, industry, and academia. Imagine Nation ELC provides a unique platform to build valuable relationships, explore collaborative opportunities, and exchange ideas with like-minded professionals. Interactive and Engaging Sessions: Participate in a variety of engaging workshops, panel discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. These sessions are designed to cater to all levels of expertise and interest, offering practical insights and actionable strategies that you can implement within your organization. Innovative Solutions Showcase: Discover groundbreaking technologies and innovative solutions presented by leading companies. The showcase will feature a range of products and services that can drive efficiency, effectiveness, and transformation within government operations. Education:  Enhance your skills and expand your knowledge through specialized track sessions and workshops. Learn best practices and gain insights from industry leaders that can help you advance your career and contribute to your organization’s success. Join us at ACT-IAC Imagine Nation ELC 2024 and be part of a transformative experience that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth! Register today - www.actiac.org/elc24 #ImagineNationELC Jylinda Johnson Danielle Metz Rabiah Sutton Kisha Hemphill Powell, MS, CMP Dave Wennergren Caroline Bean Tinisha McMillan Ashley Brush

We are delighted to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Summer 2024 GLOW Cohort! Ellisa Wright At Accenture Federal Services, I am a Growth & Strategy Senior Manager.   What I like about the GLOW program is sharing our commonalities, both in goals and obstacles of being a woman in leadership. #womenleaders #professionaldevelopment #leadership

We are delighted to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Summer 2024 GLOW Cohort! Melissa W. At Leidos, I am one of two Directors of Proposal Management and Compliance under the Leidos Growth’s Office Capture Operations & Excellence Team. In this role I directly lead and mentor a team of 17 expert proposal managers as we support our growth initiatives through the pursuit of high priority, highly visible, and strategically significant opportunities.   There are so many great things about the GLOW program, beginning the amazing mentoring we receive from Judy Cohen and Erica Elam. Through this program, they have brought together a group of women at similar points in our careers and are helping to foster a sense of community and empowerment, where we can encourage, support, and inspire one another as we gain our footing in our leadership journeys. The GLOW program allows us to share some of the experiences and challenges we each face in a supportive environment, helping us to build confidence and learn from one another as we build confidence and excel in our careers. #womenleaders #professionaldevelopment #leadership

We are thrilled to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Partners Class of 2024! Jason K. I serve as the Chief of Acquisition Programs for Procurement Operations Division in USDA. I bring over 25 years of experience in contracting, program management, and delivery and operations of major programs, both in the military and USDA. I am responsible for leading the Strategic Acquisitions group that focuses on large-scale USDA enterprise level IT initiatives. In addition, I stood up and run the USDA Acquisition Program Management Office which assists customers across the enterprise in all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. Finally, I am also the USDA Category Management lead and the Mission Area Senior Program Manager for Departmental Administration.    The ACT-IAC Partners Program has afforded me the opportunity to significantly expand my network outside USDA.  I am grateful for the opportunities to forge new professional relationships with my amazing cohort of Partners across government and industry. The novel one-on-one partnership with my industry counterpart provides an opportunity to have candid conversations and gain a deeper appreciation of the challenges industry faces today. This fresh perspective will help me forge stronger coalitions and thrive in developing the most innovative solutions for the largest challenges in Government.      Josh Reese As the Director of Client Development and Strategy at Changeis, Inc., I am responsible for leading the development of comprehensive client strategy solutions, managing partnerships and driving growth, and empowering the use of cloud solutions and data science. With over 20 years of leadership and experience in organizational development through performance measurement and analytics, I bring a wealth of knowledge to this role. In addition, I am currently serving as the Program Manager for several important programs supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and the U.S. Courts. These roles have allowed me to drive impactful initiatives and deliver strategic outcomes for our clients.   The ACT-IAC Partners Program opened new doors and helped me connect with leaders in industry and government that I would otherwise be challenged in making on my own. It expanded my ecosystem, enabling me to better serve my customers in the Federal market. I am particularly grateful for the deep and thoughtful discussions around common challenges that both industry and government face as we solve our Nation’s challenges. The program provided me with enhanced leadership and communication skills, driving my team and organization towards better results. It also allowed me to explore how data analytics and generative AI can tackle some of our clients' most complex challenges, further enhancing our service delivery.  #professionaldevelopment #leadership  

GSA is hosting an Industry Symposium to help you uncover new ways of working with the government and winning more contracts! Register now for this August 7 training - https://ow.ly/qzrt50SzTq4

We are delighted to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Summer 2024 GLOW Cohort! Shivon Sood I am a Project Manager/COR for GSA AAS supporting complex professional services contracts in support of the Army.   I am really enjoying the authenticity and various experiences everyone is bringing to the table. Each session has brought me some insight into myself and/or my leadership style while building camaraderie with the cohort. #womenleaders #leadership #professionaldevelopment

Federal Insights Exchange Featuring USPTO on July 31 Ensuring enterprise resilience in a product driven environment – USPTO is four years into our New Ways of Working, with business value delivery very much delivered by product centric teams. We have seen tremendous increases in delivery velocity and one of the biggest hiccups to sustaining this velocity has been unexpected dependencies being impacted. As we focus more team energy towards delivery, we need to make it easier and more seamless to leverage resilient enterprise capabilities. We’re pleased to host a fireside chat with John L., Senior Strategic IT Operations Advisor from USPTO for an in-person session at General Dynamics Information Technology. Register today - https://lnkd.in/dRAJjeva To learn more about the Federal Insights Exchange program, contact April Davis at adavis@actiac.org.

Volunteer with ACT-IAC Gives Back on August 17 On Saturday, August 17, American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Gives Back is partnering with Calvary Women's Services to host a field trip to the National Museum of African American History. We are seeking 10-12 volunteers to explore and guide the Calvary Women's Services clients through the museum. Entry time is 11:15am. As part of this event, we are also helping sponsor rideshares to help the Calvary Women's Services clients get transportation to the museum. Can't volunteer on the 17th, but want to still support? Make a donation today to help cover the transportation funds! Evans Consulting has generously offered to match any donations up to $1,000, so every dollar donated counts for double! Please choose "In Honor" and include "Calvary Women's Services" as the recipient's name. To register please contact Christina Binhack, SHRM-CP at cbinhack@actiac.org. Donate today - https://lnkd.in/ePrdrZnc 

We are delighted to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Summer 2024 GLOW Cohort! Cindy Trimboli-Ascher, PMP, CGRC-Ascher I am a Director Consulting Services at CGI Federal supporting two CDM contracts for CISA and I co-lead the Mental Health Matters Member Resource Group for CGI. I participate in the Career Advocate Program (CGI’s Mentoring program) and I am actively involved in many of CGI’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts.   In the GLOW Program, I am enjoying connecting with a strong group of women who, no matter how high up they are in their companies or the government, I realize are having all the same feelings, challenges, and experiences as I am. Knowing I am not alone and hearing how they are dealing with the same issues is helping me look at and address situations differently. #womenleaders #leadership #professionaldevelopment

We are thrilled to spotlight our American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Partners Class of 2024! Andrew Petry As the Senior Advisor to the Deputy CIO for Resource Management at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), I am responsible for leading our telecommunications transition onto EIS and wired modernization across the Department’s national laboratories, sites, headquarters, and Power Management Authorities. My office drives several initiatives across human capital and administrative management; financial management, budget, and internal controls; and acquisition management in support of OCIO and DOE’s mission. OCIO’s vision is to be the trusted partner for information management, cybersecurity, innovation, and enterprise solutions across DOE. The ACT-IAC Partners Program opened new doors and helped me connect with leaders in industry and government that I would otherwise be challenged in making on my own. I am particularly grateful for the deep and thoughtful discussions around common challenges that both industry and government face as we solve our Nation’s challenges.”   Chitra Dhayalan, PMP, ITIL I serve as the Vice President of Strategic Programs for SD Solutions, LLC, an SBA certified 8a, HUBZone Small Disadvantaged Business recognized by the IRS and awarded the "Small Business Prime of the Year" by Treasury. We specialize in providing high-quality services to the Federal government, including Legacy & Digital Transformation, Cyber & Privacy, Strategy & Governance, Professional & Management Consulting, and Application & Data. With over 30 years of IT experience, I focus on overcoming Legacy and Digital Transformation challenges faced by the Federal Government. The ACT-IAC Partners Program has enabled me to swiftly connect with 40+ other leaders dedicated to driving change in both government and industry. It has given me valuable insights into how others operate, which I can apply in my own work environment. The rapid learning opportunities provided by my Partners Class of 2024 are extensive and offer a wealth of perspectives that I greatly appreciate. #leadership #professionaldevelopment