Department of Veterans Affairs: WHATS NEXT!? Change = Opportunity

Join us on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 for the Department of Veterans Affairs Coffee Talk, an exclusive, industry-only event designed for senior growth-minded executives committed to supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

As the VA undergoes organizational shifts, strategic realignments, and evolving acquisition trends, the ability to adapt and innovate is more critical than ever. This event provides a unique opportunity to connect with former VA senior executives and industry experts who have a proven track record of winning business in this dynamic landscape.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE

Scott Fromm, Staff Vice President, Operations, Wellpoint Federal, former Executive Director Office of Community Care, Department of Veterans Affairs*

Greg Giddens, Partner, Potomac Ridge Consulting, former CAO and Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction and Office of Modernization, Department of Veterans Affairs

James Gfrerer, Principal, Fidelis Technology and CEO, Federal Business, former Assistant Secretary for Information & Technology and Chief Information Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs*

Brad Houston, Strategic Advisor, Nova North, LLC, former, Chief Information Officer, Department of Veteran Affairs

Chris Kim, Senior Vice President of Growth, BDR Solutions*

Daniel McCune, Principal, Credence Management Solutions, former Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs

Michael Parrish, Ph.D., former Chief Acquisition Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs

Jilee Rich, VA Client Strategy and Engagement Executive, ECS, former Acting Executive Director, Financial Services Center, Financial Technology Service

Ken Rikard, Associate Director, Solution Architecture, Accenture Federal Services, former Deputy Portfolio Director, Department of Veterans Affairs

Steven Schliesman, President and COO, EMH Government Solutions, former Deputy Director, DoD/VA Interagency Program Office

Mandeep Singh, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer, A Square Group

Dave Sloniker, Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Tista Science and Technology Corp, former, Executive Director, VA Logistics Redesign Program (VALOR) responsible for VA Supply Chain Modernization, Department of Veterans Affairs

Mags Tamilarasu, Chief Technical Director, Health, SAIC

Mike Vogel, Senior Client Executive, Credence Management Solutions

AGENDA
Organizational Shifts, Plans, and Strategy – Understanding the VA’s evolving structure and its impact on industry engagement.

VA Investments: Budget, Funding, and Collaboration Across OI&T, VBA, and VHA – Where the VA is allocating resources and funding key initiatives.

OI&T Infrastructure, Portfolios, and Applications – Insights into the VA’s IT modernization efforts, priorities, and procurement strategies.

Legislative & Acquisition Trends – Key policy changes and their impact on procurement and partnerships.

Upcoming Contract Opportunities – Forecasted procurements and best practices for positioning.

Industry Success Formula: Small, Mid-Tier, and Large Business Strategies – Finding the right mix for success in today’s VA market.

*invited awaiting confirmation

Join us for exclusive insights, strategic networking, and actionable intelligence to help you succeed at the VA. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with small, mid-size, and large business partners and gain firsthand knowledge from those who have successfully navigated the VA landscape.

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