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⚫ Organizational Black Hole #2: The Insatiable Quest for More "We're kind of hardwired to create this black hole of always wanting more. It takes real leadership skill to see that black hole and say, 'No, we probably don’t need that.'" – Paul Gaffney, Prodacity 2023 In his talk, Paul Gaffney explored the dangers of organizational black holes—challenges that stifle growth and transformation. He highlighted Instagram’s disciplined focus on one goal: making the app faster to deepen user engagement and boost ad sales, rather than chasing new features. This is just a glimpse of the real-world lessons Prodacity delivers to foster a mindset for meaningful change. Are you ready to Get Ahead of the Front? Join us in Nashville, February 4-6, for Prodacity 2025. Prodacity is a movement dedicated to authenticity, learning, and setting the standard for mission outcomes in government. Learn more, explore your registration options, and watch Paul’s full talk, where he outlines 7️⃣ organizational black holes and shares tools for continuous improvement: rise8.us/prodacity. #Prodacity #TogetherWeRise #GovTech #DevOps #Leadership

We're live at #DODIIS in Omaha, NE! Are you here too? Stop by the Carahsoft Pavilion, Booth 1812, to connect with Risers Clark Pain, Clayton Spakes, and Christian Soto to learn more about how Rise8 enables large enterprises to continuously deliver valuable software that users love. Don’t miss Bryon Kroger, Founder and CEO of Rise8, this afternoon for an Executive Briefing: "Why Software Factories Don’t Deliver (And What To Do About It)." In his talk, Bryon will tackle the organizational, cultural, and technological barriers that hinder delivery and share actionable solutions to help realign software factories with their core mission: accelerating innovation for critical operations. 📍Monday, October 28, 3:00 PM CT, Bridge Theater #GovTech #ContinuousDelivery

We called. You answered. And Team Rubicon is now better resourced to continue hurricane recovery efforts, helping communities across our headquarters city of Tampa, FL and the rest of the Southeast. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who answered the call to help these communities rise up and rebuild. With your generosity, we raised over $17,000 to support Team Rubicon, a Veteran-led organization working in critical recovery efforts across Florida, the Carolinas, Georgia, and Tennessee. With Rise8’s $5,000 matching contribution, we’ve surpassed our original goal, raising over $22,000! What started as a goal of raising $5,000 has far exceeded our greatest expectations. Your support will fund more than four weeks of operations for Team Rubicon’s Greyshirt volunteers, working tirelessly to clear debris, rebuild infrastructure, and provide critical relief. We couldn’t have done this without you. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary effort. Together, we rise. An extra special thanks to a few friends who contributed financially or by sharing to their networks - Aquia, Jennifer Pahlka, Paul Gaffney, Max Reele, Highlight, Janice Fraser Patrick Youngs, Samuel Stollar, Kevin Coyle 🙏 If others would like to contribute, our page is still open and accepting donations: https://lnkd.in/e9XMTuq6 #HurricaneRelief #Veteran #VetsSupportingVets #CommunityResilience

Will you be in Omaha, NE for the  DOD Intelligence Information System (DoDIIS) Worldwide Conference next week? Rise8 is excited to attend this premier event, where defense and intelligence leaders come together to explore innovations that drive mission success. We’re bringing our expertise in continuous delivery and digital transformation to the forefront of these crucial conversations. Monday, 10/28, don’t miss Bryon Kroger, Founder and CEO of Rise8, as he tackles the organizational, cultural, and technological barriers that hinder delivery in his talk, “Why Software Factories Don’t Deliver (And What To Do About It).” He’ll share actionable solutions to help realign software factories with their core mission: accelerating innovation for critical operations. 📍 CHI Health Center Omaha Convention Center (Bridge Theater) 📅 Monday, 10/28 at 3:00 PM CT Come visit Clark Pain, Clayton Spakes, and Christian Soto at the Carahsoft Pavilion, Booth 1812, to learn more about how Rise8 enables large enterprises to continuously deliver valuable software that users love. #DODIIS #GovTech #ContinuousDelivery

How do you get your money right to hack the acquisition bureaucracy? At the 2024 Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Bryon Kroger, CEO & Founder of Rise8, joined a powerhouse panel to discuss the challenges of navigating bureaucracy and rigid processes in technology acquisition. Alongside industry leaders like Rupak Doshi (CEO & Co-Founder, OmniSync Incorporated) and Robert Fehlen (Chief Strategy Officer, Mobilize VISION), guided by moderator Alexis B. (CIO & Director, Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory), Bryon shared actionable insights to break through these roadblocks. One acquisition hack? Align your funds like VCs—move resources from underperforming programs to the ones delivering results. 🔄 Curious how to break through the red tape and unlock faster, more agile acquisitions? Watch the full talk to see how to navigate the challenges and drive innovation. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gChugQW2 #AFACyber #DefenseInnovation #Acquisition

Still wondering how you can accelerate your software development lifecycle without compromising security? It’s not too late to register! Join Bryon Kroger, Rise8 Founder & CEO, Chris H., Aquia Co-Founder & CEO, with moderator Alexis B., CIO & Director, Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, to learn how continuous Authority to Operate (cATO) integrates security into the development lifecycle for continuous monitoring, faster deployment, and uncompromised security. 🗓️ Wednesday, October 23 at 12:00 PM ET Register now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eQtPbKXW #cATO #DevSecOps #ContinuousDelivery #GovTech

At Rise8, continuous improvement drives everything we do—and that means building a dream team of innovators who share our passion for pushing boundaries and delivering outcomes with impact. Meet 8️⃣ new Risers who are ready to accelerate mission success. Welcome to the team! 🛠️ Dan Bitter, Senior Software Engineer from Jacksonville, FL, is driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, committed to achieving every goal he sets with precision and determination. 🎨 Sally Yoo, Senior Product Designer from Bountiful, UT, is dedicated to deeply understanding complex problem spaces through thorough research, ensuring thoughtful and impactful design solutions. 👨🏫 Adam Gardner, Senior Software Engineer, from Myrtle Beach, SC, is always eager to share his expertise and mentor fellow developers, fostering growth and collaboration. 🛡️ Tiyyiba Zahid, Information System Security Officer, from San Francisco, CA, is logical and efficient, consistently analyzing tasks and challenges with precision to deliver effective solutions. 📊 Evan Mladinov, Senior Product Manager, from Northport, NY, is methodical and risk-averse, always prioritizing secure and well-calculated decisions to ensure product success with minimal risk. 📣 Christian Soto, DoD-SkillBridge Intern in Marketing, from Venice, FL, is focused on clear communication and strategic intent, crafting engaging content that resonates with audiences and drives meaningful outcomes. 🌟 Coby Almond, Product Designer & Portfolio Lead, from Austin, TX, is uniquely skilled at maintaining optimism and composure, even when faced with the toughest challenges. 💻 Alden Davidson, Software Engineer, from Los Angeles, CA, is passionate about replacing clunky software with impactful, user-friendly solutions, creating change that truly matters. We can’t wait to see their incredible impact in creating a future where fewer bad things happen because of bad software! Driven, we rise. #ReadytoRise #GPTWCertified #WereHiring

Ready to revolutionize how you develop and deploy software? Join Bryon Kroger, Rise8 Founder & CEO, Chris H., Aquia Co-Founder & CEO, and Alexis B., CIO & Director, Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, as they uncover the limitations of traditional Authorization to Operate (ATO). 🗓️ Wednesday, October 23 at 12:00 PM ET Learn how cATO offers a path forward—integrating security into the development lifecycle for continuous monitoring, faster deployment, and uncompromised security. Don’t miss this talk. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eQtPbKXW #cATO #DevSecOps #ContinuousDelivery #GovTech

Support Team Rubicon, Support Hurricane Recovery in Florida and the Southeast Rise8 is proud to partner with Team Rubicon, a Veteran-led organization, in critical recovery efforts across Florida, the Carolinas, Georgia, and Tennessee. Their Greyshirt volunteers are on the ground, working tirelessly to clear debris, restore infrastructure, and deliver essential relief. We’re nearing our $5,000 goal which will enable a full week of operations for a team of Greyshirts. To further support a cause that hits close to home—helping communities across #Tampa and the Southeast recover—Rise8 will match contributions one-to-one for a total of $5,000. Let’s double our impact and rebuild stronger. Every dollar counts: https://lnkd.in/ew8SpC5Q #TogetherWeRise #Veterans #DisasterRelief #VetsSupportingVets #CommunityResilience

Curious about the “secret” to achieving continuous Authority to Operate (cATO)? The truth is, there’s no secret. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) is the foundation for success. Adopting agile practices and a cultural mentality of DevOps with security integrated at every step is no easy task, but the payoff is transformative. As Rise8 Founder and CEO Bryon Kroger says, cATO ensures that “when we’re ready to release software, it’s already authorized.” A recent article in Air & Space Forces Magazine underscores how the speed of cATO is not just a benefit but a critical asset, detailing the key inputs necessary to achieve it. Learn how Rise8 enables large enterprises to continuously deliver valuable software that users love with cATO: https://lnkd.in/eY-BFdRQ #cATO #DevOps #AFA #NationalDefense #ContinuousDelivery