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Released on Nov. 19, 2024 during the two-day Vision Conference​

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– Director, Consulting, CGI

 

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The Vision Federal Market Forecast includes 20+ in-depth reports on federal IT, defense and civilian budget trends, reform initiatives, drivers, and potential business opportunities.

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The reports are a year-long culmination of research and non-attribution discussions with 400+ government leaders, think tank experts, Congressional staff and Wall street analysts conducted by vetted and trained industry.

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The Vision Forecast is the only non-profit reporting of the defense, civilian, and federal IT markets. It is presented and organized by the PSC Foundation.

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Reports are released digitally during the annual Vision Conference in November, where research leads present report findings and government leaders comment on the results through keynotes and panel sessions.

Vision Federal Market Forecast Conference

November 19-20, 2024| Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington D.C. & Virtual

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The Vision Conference marks the release of the 60th Annual Federal Market Forecast, 20+ in-depth reports on federal IT, defense and civilian agencies.

Budget Trends
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Join industry and government leaders to hear researchers present report findings and federal executives comment on the results through keynotes and panel sessions.

Conference Highlights

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Access to all conference plenary sessions and keynotes are included with your report purchase. You have the option of attending live on day one or watching sessions on-demand.

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Custom select agency-specific reports and associated presentations to attend. Only pay for what you want to access!

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Agenda

November 19, 2024 Day 1

7:15 a.m. ET
Networking Breakfast
7:50 a.m. ET
Opening Remarks

PSC President and CEO David Berteau will set the stage for the conference by providing a brief update on the current political landscape and what to watch for during the two days of Vision forecast presentations. Then, on 2 p.m. Tuesday at the conclusion of the conference, he will provide an in-depth briefing on post-election activities and potential impacts on federal contracting.

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David Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
8:00 a.m. ET
Keynote
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Michael McCord
Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller)/Chief Financial Officer, Department of Defense
8:30 a.m. ET
Macro-economic and DoD Topline

This team prepares a forecast that analyzes the technology trends and dynamics related to Information Technology (IT) and Cyber capabilities and systems in the Department of Defense. This study team takes a qualitative look at federal technology trends and assesses how these trends will impact future business opportunities for the Defense professional services industry. For example, the cybersecurity threat results in many opportunities to provide defensive and counter-threat capabilities across our IT infrastructure and within the cyber domain. The team will report on emerging artificial intelligence and other technology initiatives supporting the DoD IT and cyber missions. The team will also assess how technology is impacting government business processes, procurement of products and services, and Government’s willingness to embrace technology.

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Lou Crenshaw
Founder and President, Crenshaw Consulting Associates
Roman Schweizer
Roman Schweizer
Managing Director, TD Cowen
9:10 a.m. ET
Federal IT Management and Budget
This team prepares an annual five-year budget forecast of the IT market for civil and defense sectors of the federal government, including an assessment of related plans, programs, and market topics that cover computers, telecommunication systems, and related products and services. The committee provides an overall analysis of the federal and IT budgets for various civil and defense agencies, looks at top-line dollars and trends, and then forecasts federal IT spending for the next five years. Included in this forecast is an assessment of the various agency Exhibit 53 submissions to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The effects of government administrative policies and procedures on the IT marketplace are determined in cooperation with government agencies, and a determination is made on essential facts and figures relating to the IT market
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Greg Lobbin
Program VP, GDIT
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Dominic Sale
Managing Director, Code and Theory
9:50 a.m. ET
Networking Break
10:10 a.m. ET
Acquisitions Trends
The Acquisition Trends Team will focus on one of the most dynamic aspects of Federal business – agency acquisition patterns – what are the trends for the Best-in-Class contracts, protests, AI, work site requirements, joint ventures, and small business contracting to name just a few hot topics. Understand how new policies and new acquisition initiatives will impact your bids and your business​
Kitty Klaus
Kitty Klaus
Vice President, Contracts, Easy Dynamics Corp.
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Mark Youman
Senior Vice President, ICF International
10:40 a.m. ET
Customer Experience
With today’s focus on improving government services, the Professional Services Council formed a Vision Forecast team to focus on citizen services and/or customer experience (CX).  This team focuses on identifying the priorities and challenges agencies are having when improving services from the perspective of governance, strategy, performance measures, design thinking, culture, and customer research and understanding. Discussions are conducted with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), agency customer experience and digital services teams, and IT staff. Improving government services has been a focus for several Administrations and has been implemented through guidance in Section 280 of OMB Circular A-11.  The 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act (IDEA) was also passed in December 2018 to focus federal agencies on improving digital experiences by improving websites, digitizing forms and electronic signatures. 
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Martha Dorris
Founder, Dorris Consulting
MaryAnn Monroe
MaryAnn Monroe
CX executive, Maximus Federal Services
11:10 a.m. ET
Setting the Stage: Industry Outlook

This team takes a bird’s-eye view of the market through the lens of the financial & analyst community.  Interviews include major financial institutions and analysts who cover government services companies.  A wide range of topics are covered including the macro view of government acquisition & buying trends, implications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the environment for M&A and impact on the industry, and potential market disruptors such as non-traditional competitors.  This “outside-in” perspective complements the other teams that are interviewing the government directly resulting in a 360 degree view of market dynamics.

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Jonathan Tarlin
Vice President, Strategy, GDIT
11:20 a.m. ET
Industry Outlook Panel

Join this expert panel as they delve into the latest findings from the Industry Outlook team, providing a comprehensive overview of the key topics and trends shaping the federal contracting landscape. As market leaders in the federal space, our panelists will offer insights on emerging opportunities and strategies to stay competitive in an evolving market. Whether you are navigating new contracts or looking to optimize your current strategies, this session will equip you with actionable information and forecasts to help you thrive in 2024 and beyond.

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Elana Broitman
Senior Advisor, The Roosevelt Group
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Frank Finelli
Senior Advisor, The Carlyle Group
Jonathan Tarlin
Jonathan Tarlin
Vice President, Strategy, GDIT
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Vago Muradian
Founder, Editor and Host, Defense & Aerospace Report (moderator)
12:00 p.m. ET
Keynote
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Rep. Rob Wittman
U.S. Representative for Virginia's 1st Congressional District
12:30 p.m. ET
Networking Lunch
1:15–5:10 p.m. ET
Breakouts 1 & 2
Track One
1:15 PM ET

Defense Services The DoD Services team provides an in-depth evaluation and analysis of the defense services sector to include top-level support priorities under a new administration, defense Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Knowledge Based Services (KBS) budgets, as well as major technology topics facing this changing market. The report developed by this team provides an excellent understanding of these key trend as the DoD invests in new technologies and modernization.

Speakers

Jim Kainz, Senior Vice President, ARA

Jason Dombrowski, Director, Corporate Development & Strategic Planning, Maximus

 2:00 PM ET

DoD Information Technology (IT) and Cyber This team prepares a forecast of the emerging trends and dynamics related to IT and Cyber from a DoD perspective. The team explores the latest policies, technologies, and operations affecting the Department’s ability to deliver advanced IT and Cyber solutions across the DoD enterprise. The forecast also includes a presentation of budgets aligned to IT and Cyber priorities for the Department.

Speakers

Dr. Marguerite Raaen, President, Raaen Consulting

Vince Holloway, Vice President, Defense IT Services, Tetra Tech

 2:35 PM ET

Military Health This team will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Suzanne Charleston, Senior Director, Government Markets, TransUnion

Maria Gaboury, Account Manager, Federal Insights

3:10 PM ET

Health and Human Services  This team will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Todd Pantezzi, Principal, Credence Management Solutions

Davyd Chung, Chief Growth Officer, Digital Infuzion

 4:00 PM ET

Veterans Affairs This team will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.   

Speakers

Mike Vogel, Senior Client Executive, Credence Management Solutions

MJ Sivulich, Vice President, Jefferson Consulting

 4:45 PM ET

NASA The National Aeronautics and Space Administration presentation will focus on providing information on agency initiatives. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, and outside influences.

Speakers

Larry Helm, Consultant, Lawrence Helm LLC

Giovanni Carnaroli, Vice President, Federal Civilian Sector, GovCIO

5:30 PM ET

Networking Reception

Track Two
1:15 PM ET

Civilian Services Federal Civilian Agencies differ significantly in their missions, budgets, constituencies etc. However, an in-depth examination of the Civilian Agency interviews by our Civilian Agency team of volunteers uncovers important commonalities amongst the Civilian sector. Understanding these commonalities is valuable for Vision attendees because business strategies, technical solutions, and acquisition approaches utilized by one agency can be potentially applicable to other Civilian agencies. For contractors, this means there is value in knowing what these similarities and trends are in order to help the Government solve common challenges more quickly and efficiently and to assist companies in potentially supporting their business growth from one Civilian agency account to another.

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Andrea McCarthy, President, HARP

 1:50 PM ET

Department of Homeland Security Panel: Considerations & Effects of Implementing a Modernized Computing Infrastructure As the IT environment at DHS and its component agencies continues to evolve, one thing that has been common is the constant need for modernization to take advantage of technologies available.  The implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the environment, Compute at the Edge, Migration to 5G/6G for communications, etc.
There are many Use Cases for implementing these technologies and architectures, but what are some of the considerations and effects that must be accounted for as we modernize?

Speakers

Rear Admiral Christopher Bartz, Deputy Chief Information Officer, United States Department of Homeland Security

Ed Mays, Deputy Assistant Commission and Chief Enterprise Infrastructure Officer, United States Customs and Border Protection

Yemi Oshinnaiye, Assistant Administrator and Chief Information Officer, Transportation Security Administration, United States Department of Homeland Security 

Van Kirstein, DHS Business Development Director/Capture Manager, TechFlow, Inc. (moderator)

2:40 PM ET

State The Department of State will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Tim O'Brien, Principal, Deep Water Point & Associates

Tricia Iveson, Chief Executive Officer, 10novate

3:25 PM ET

Treasury This team will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Greg Kane, Business Development/Relationship Manager, Accenture Federal

Terry Fitzpatrick, Principal, Deep Water Point & Associates

4:10 PM ET

Justice The Department of Justice will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Jay Ghassem-Zadeh, Business Development Director, ManTech

Tom Krall, Director, CGI Federal

4:45 PM ET

Commerce This team will look at topics focused on providing in-depth information on agency initiatives and opportunities. Emphasis will be on strategic plans, procurements and programs, technologies, trends and drivers, the political landscape, co-agency initiatives/roles, and outside influences.

Speakers

Sandy Mestre, Business Development Consultant, Anakim Consulting

Stefani Jones, Government Operations, Commerce & Global Citizen Services Sector, GDIT

5:30 PM ET

Networking Reception

November 20, 2024 Day 2

Virtual Only
9:00 a.m. ET
Health and Human Services
This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs. 
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Davyd Chung
Chief Growth Officer, Digital Infuzion
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Wayne Fong
Managing Director, DRT Strategies
Kretz
Cecilia Kretz
Senior Director | Bioinformatics | Public Health Leader, ICF International
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Todd Pantezzi
Principal, Credence Management Solutions
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Robert Suggs
Director of Federal Health, Dynanet Corporation
10:00 a.m. ET
Break
10:05 a.m ET
Department of Homeland Security

This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Department of Homeland Security, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs. 

Featured components to be highlighted by Vision volunteers include: Headquarters and Management, Customs and Border Protection, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Transportation Security Agency, Citizenship and Immigration Service, and Coast Guard.

Overview:
•    Beth Wade: Principal, Deep Water Point & Associates
Headquarters and Management:
•    Crystal Smith: Vice President, Business Development, Hive Group
Customs and Border Protection:
•    Mitzi Mead: CEO & President, Anakim Consulting
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency:
•    Dhira Bluestone: Consultant
Federal Emergency Management Agency:
•    Davi Hayes: Senior Director, Federal Strategy, The Chertoff Group
Immigration and Customs Enforcement:
•    Mike Taylor: Director, Business Development, A1C Partners
Transportation Security Agency:
•    Charmaine Edwards: Business Development Executive, Leidos
Citizenship and Immigration Service:
•    Mike “Strike” Messer: VP, Security and Resilience Growth, ICF International
Coast Guard:
•    Kip Whiteman: Principal Consultant, Deep Water Point & Associates
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Beth Wade
Principal, Deep Water Point & Associates
11:05 a.m. ET
Break
11:10 a.m. ET
Department of Transportation
This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Department of Transportation, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs.
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Michael Borden
DOT Account Team - Civilian Business Unit, SAIC
Sandy Bushue
Sandy Bushue
Director, Business Development, CGI Federal
11:40 a.m. ET
Lunch
12:10 p.m. ET
Department of Energy
This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Department of Energy, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs.
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Kirste Webb
Chief Strategy Officer, Heal Group, LLC
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Brenda Girod
Client Relations Executive, Deloitte
12:40 p.m. ET
Break
12:45 p.m. ET
Department of Agriculture
This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Department of Agriculture, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs.
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Amanda Eamich
Senior Director of Business Development, ICF International
Jenn Folsom
Jenn Folsom
Vice President of Growth, ICF Next
1:15 p.m. ET
Break
1:20 p.m. ET
EPA
This report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the Environmental Agency, specifically focusing on objectives and priorities outlined within the agency mission.  It addresses factors impacting their ability to execute this mission, such as: strategic plans, trends and drives, and outside influences. The report also includes an overview of the agency budget, including a discretionary and federal IT forecast, to help report holders and conference attendees identify future opportunities within the department. Further, the study findings will help you gain insight into key initiatives, programs and upcoming procurements, and agency technology needs.
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Marybeth Puckace
Program Manager  |  Environmental & Energy, Leidos
2:00 p.m. ET
Post-Election Developments & GovCon: What We’re Watching

Attend an in-depth presentation by PSC executive staff on the potential implications for government contractors of the 2024 election results (White House, Senate, House of Representatives). This session will focus on the federal government contracting industry, key events, and considerations to help support your business success. Get answers to questions like:

  • What key activities have occurred since Election Day and what are their potential impacts on government contracting?
  •  What information is available about the incoming Administration’s plans and congressional dynamics? What are the implications for contracting and contractors?
  • What should we be watching for over the next two months?
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David Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
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Stephanie Kostro
Executive Vice President, Policy, PSC
David Broome
David Broome
Executive Vice President, Government Relations, PSC