AFCEA NOVA

?? Volunteer Opportunities Now Open for AFCEA NOVA ?? Are you looking to get involved, make an impact, and grow your professional network in the defense, cybersecurity, and technology sectors? Now’s your chance. AFCEA NOVA is excited to announce that volunteer applications are officially open. We’re looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to contribute to the success of our organization through one of our various committees. Volunteers will have the opportunity to: ? Collaborate with industry leaders ? Strengthen the AFCEA community ? Enhance professional skills ? Contribute to events, initiatives, and strategic goals Available Committees: ?Chapter Affairs Committee ?Communications/Information Committee ?Education Committee ?Emerging Leaders Committee ?Golf Tournament Planning Committee ?Government-Military Liaison Committee ?IT Day Planning Committee ?Membership Committee ?Mentoring Committee ?Small Business Committee ?Sponsorship Committee ?Programs Committee Whether you’re an emerging leader, seasoned professional, or someone passionate about supporting the AFCEA community, there’s a place for you to make a difference. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to get involved and drive innovation in the technology and defense sectors.?? ?? Apply now to learn more ??: https://lnkd.in/e3dbKTXU #AFCEANOVA #Volunteer #Leadership #AFCEA #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking

??AFCEA NOVA Innovation IT Day 2025??Innovation Forward: Propelling Tech Within the DOD?? ???Thursday, April 10, 2025 ??The Westin Washington Dulles Airport, 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 20171 ??Check out our current stellar speaker lineup: ??Space/Satcom Session ??Mr. Jared Reece - Branch Chief, COMSATCOM Solutions Office, U.S. Space Force ??Col Matthew Schroer, USMC - U.S. Marine Corps, ICE Branch Head, Enterprise and Expeditionary Services, IC4 ??Software Factories Session ??Mr. Jason Hunter - Digital Transformation PM - Forge, NAVSEA, Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) ??Mr. Rob Vietmeyer - Chief Software Officer, U.S. Department of Defense ??Capt In Bok Lee, USAF - Chief, Concept Integration - Tesseract (AF), U.S. Air Force ??Lunch & Keynote ??Dr. Marina Theodotou - Strategy Analyst, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) ??Emerging Technology Session ??Mr. Julian Breyer - Senior Technical Strategist, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) ??Mr. Jamie Fitzgibbon - AI/ML Portfolio Manager, Defense Innovation Unit ??Ms. Jennifer Thabet - Program Director, Small Business Programs Office, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency ??Mr. Jason Preisser - Senior Vice President, Federal Programs, ARI ??Human-Centered Innovation: Building Solutions that Work for the Mission ??Ms. Cheyanne Dwyer - Chief Strategy Officer, Building Momentum ??LT Artem Sherbinin, USN - Chief Technology Officer, Task Force Hopper, US Naval Surface Force ??Mr. Colt Whittall - Founder, Bravo17 ??Unmanned Systems Session ??CAPT Colin Corridan, USN - Deputy Director, Disruptive Capabilities Office, U.S. Department of the Navy ??Mr. Jeffrey David Wright - Chief of Fires and Automation, Special Operations Command Pacific Thank you to our sponsors: ??Emerald Sponsor: NetApp ??Gold Sponsor: TD SYNNEX ??Silver Sponsors: BMC Software, CoreSite ??Bronze Sponsors: Ennoble First Inc., iWorks Corporation, C3 Integrated Solutions ??Media Sponsors: Breaking Defense, Federal News Network, OrangeSlices AI, Signal ??Sponsorships are available at all levels, offering a chance to showcase your company and engage with industry, government and military leaders. https://lnkd.in/efFD-cZf ???Join us to explore the latest advancements and foster valuable partnerships. Register here to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eAK9xEkZ

Are you an AI company interested in increasing your visibility and standing out? By sponsoring our ?? AI in an Hour Workshop: A Crash Course for GovCon Professionals?? you'll receive the following benefits: ?Company profile (logo, link, description) on event website ?Recognition in email blasts and social media posts ?Company logo on event signage ?List of opt-in registrants, sent post-event (name, job title, organization and email address) ?Complimentary registration to sponsored event for non-AFCEA members of company Visit our sponsorship page here: https://lnkd.in/ecHPGYYV AFCEA NOVA Emerging Leaders has partnered with FedLearn, an online adaptive learning provider to Federal Government mission areas in the DOD and IC. FedLearn will provide a high-level overview of AI, its applications within the government, and the government's role in AI development and regulation, sparking interest and providing a foundation for further exploration. ?? Date & Time: Monday, March 24, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Location: 4114 Legato Road, Suite 800, Fairfax, VA 22033 ?? Who Should Attend? Open to all ages—AFCEA members & non-members alike. Ideal for professionals interested in AI’s impact on DoD, IC, and federal mission areas. Agenda: ?? 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Networking ?? 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Interactive presentation by Dr. J. Keith Dunbar, Founder and CEO of FedLearn an AI-powered learning provider supporting federal missions ?? 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Networking ??Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your AI knowledge and expand your network. Secure your spot now: ??? https://lnkd.in/eEXMx_iN Registration is FREE* for government/military. #AFCEA #AI #GovTech #ArtificialIntelligence #Networking

?? A Powerful Morning at the AFCEA NOVA Small Business Breakfast ?? We had the privilege of hearing from Mr. Kenneth McNeill, SES, J-6/CIO, National Guard Bureau, in a discussion moderated by Lee Harvey, President of Lee Harvey Consulting, LLC. The conversation covered the evolving IT landscape of the National Guard Bureau, with a strong focus on priorities shaping the future: ? Cyber, Zero Trust, and Data – The three pillars guiding their strategy to enhance national defense. ? A forward-looking strategy – The 500-day plan is getting an upgrade, and a new strategic plan is on the horizon—stay tuned! ? Supporting the field – The goal is clear: deliver the right resources, technology, and capabilities to the front lines—without delays. ? Engaging with industry – There’s an open door for industry collaboration, but the key takeaway? Go online, read the strategy, and cut to the chase. Mr. McNeill emphasized that if we need something in our domestic space, we can’t wait on the service. We were also pleased to have Mr. Ken Flowers Jr, Chief Technology Officer, National Guard Bureau, and Mr. Rob Bethea, Jr., Senior IT Strategic Planner, NGB-CIO/J6 in attendance. A huge thank you to our speaker, moderator, and all who attended for making this an insightful and engaging discussion. If you're looking to support the National Guard Bureau’s mission, start by understanding their vision. A special thank you to our sponsors: ?? Gold sponsors: Carahsoft, Mild Red LLC, Revolutionary Solutions, LLC (WBE, WOSB), TalTeam ?? Silver sponsors: UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies, LINKBANK, Platinum Technologies, RavenTek, Warriors Recruiting ?? Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/ecHPGYYV Upcoming AFCEA NOVA events – Register now! ?? AFCEA NOVA March Luncheon – Friday, March 21, 2025 ?? AFCEA NOVA’s AI in an Hour Workshop: A Crash Course for GovCon Professionals – Monday, March 24, 2025 ?? AFCEA NOVA Innovation IT Day 2025 – Thursday, April 10, 2025 ?? AFCEA NOVA Space Force IT Day – Thursday, May 1, 2025 ?? Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/gTCYvs6j #AFCEA #NationalGuardBureau #Cyber #ZeroTrust #Data Dianna Black Kim Eldridge Jerel Thomas MBA Cameron Eck Alicia Guzowski

?? AI in an Hour Workshop: A Crash Course for GovCon Professionals ?? AFCEA NOVA Emerging Leaders has partnered with FedLearn, an online adaptive learning provider to Federal Government mission areas in the DOD and IC. FedLearn will provide a high-level overview of AI, its applications within the government, and the government's role in AI development and regulation, sparking interest and providing a foundation for further exploration. ?? Date & Time: Monday, March 24, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Location: 4114 Legato Road, Suite 800, Fairfax, VA 22033 ?? Who Should Attend? Open to all ages—AFCEA members & non-members alike! Ideal for professionals interested in AI’s impact on DoD, IC, and federal mission areas. Agenda: ?? 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Networking ?? 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Interactive presentation by Dr. J. Keith Dunbar, Founder and CEO of FedLearn an AI-powered learning provider supporting federal missions ?? 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Networking ??Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your AI knowledge and expand your network. Secure your spot now: ??? https://lnkd.in/eEXMx_iN Registration is FREE* for government/military. Interested in sponsoring this event or upcoming events? Visit our sponsorship page here: https://lnkd.in/ecHPGYYV #AFCEA #AI #EmergingLeaders #GovTech #ArtificialIntelligence #Networking

??AFCEA NOVA 2025 STEM Scholarship Program ?? Now Accepting Applications ? AFCEA NOVA Education Foundation provides scholarships for individuals pursuing education in the areas of Engineering, Information Technology, Data Management, Cyber Security, and other STEM-related fields that are critical to sustaining a skilled government workforce. Financial assistance is made available for students from the NOVA area or attending a school within the NOVA Chapter region. Eligible students must be enrolled in one of the following higher education programs: ??Community College ??Undergraduate ??Graduate Studies Program (not a graduate certificate) ?Deadline to apply is March 28, 2025, 11:59 PM Follow the link below to apply: https://lnkd.in/evZQ2JnX

??AFCEA NOVA Innovation IT Day 2025??Innovation Forward: Propelling Tech Within the DOD?? ???Thursday, April 10, 2025 ??The Westin Washington Dulles Airport, 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 20171 ??Check out our current stellar speaker lineup: ??Morning Keynote ??Brig Gen Michael McGinley, USAF (Invited) - Mobilization Assistant to the Commander of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center & Director of GigEagle Agile Talent Ecosystem Initiative, U.S. Air Force ??Space/Satcom Session ??Mr. Jared Reece (Invited) - Branch Chief, COMSATCOM Solutions Office, U.S. Space Force ??Software Factories Session ??Mr. Jason Hunter - Digital Transformation PM - Forge, NAVSEA, Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) ??Mr. Rob Vietmeyer - Chief Software Officer, U.S. Department of Defense ??Capt In Bok Lee, USAF - Chief, Concept Integration - Tesseract (AF), U.S. Air Force ??Lunch & Keynote ??Dr. Marina Theodotou - Strategy Analyst, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) ??Emerging Technology Session ??Mr. Julian Breyer - Senior Technical Strategist, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) ??Mr. Jamie Fitzgibbon - AI/ML Portfolio Manager, Defense Innovation Unit ??Ms. Jennifer Thabet - Program Director, Small Business Programs Office, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency ??Mr. Jason Preisser - Senior Vice President, Federal Programs, ARI ??Human-Centered Innovation: Building Solutions that Work for the Mission ??Ms. Cheyanne Dwyer - Chief Strategy Officer, Building Momentum ??LT Artem Sherbinin, USN - Chief Technology Officer, Task Force Hopper, US Naval Surface Force ??Mr. Colt Whittall - Founder, Bravo17 ??Unmanned Systems Session ??CAPT Colin Corridan, USN - Deputy Director, Disruptive Capabilities Office, U.S. Department of the Navy ??Mr. Jeffrey David Wright - Chief of Fires and Automation, Special Operations Command Pacific Thank you to our sponsors: ??Emerald Sponsor: NetApp ??Silver Sponsors: BMC Software, CoreSite ??Bronze Sponsors: Ennoble First Inc., iWorks Corporation, C3 Integrated Solutions ??Media Sponsors: Breaking Defense, Federal News Network, OrangeSlices AI, Signal ??Sponsorships are available at all levels, offering a chance to showcase your company and engage with industry, government and military leaders. https://lnkd.in/efFD-cZf ???Join us to explore the latest advancements and foster valuable partnerships. Register here to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eAK9xEkZ

?? AFCEA NOVA Space Force IT Day 2025 ?? Space Resilience ?? Check out our current stellar speaker line up below. ??Resilience Cyber Fireside Chat ??Brig Gen Brian Sidari, USSF - Director of Intelligence, U.S. Space Command ??Morning Fireside Chat ??Maj Gen Dennis Bythewood - Special Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations, Space Force ??AI Panel (Sponsored by NetApp) ??Ms. Chandra Donelson - Space Data and Analytics Officer, U.S. Space Force ??Ms. Susan Davenport, SES - Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer, U.S. Department of the Air Force ??Lunch & Keynote ??Mr. Gary Buchanan - Chief Information Security Officer and Director, Cybersecurity Office, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency ??Fireside Chat ??Col Nathan Iven, USSF - Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Cyber & Data, Acting (SF/S6), U.S. Space Force ??CMSgt Amber Abramowski, USSF - Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Space Force ??Acquisition Panel ??Ms. Theresa Terry (Invited) - Chief, Category Management and HAF Services Division, Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, Management (SAF/AM) ??Ms. Yolanda Felder (Invited) - Space Force Director at Headquarters, Secretary of the Air Force, Office of Small Business Programs, U.S. Air Force ??Ms. Brittney Chappell - Program Manager NASA Acquisition Innovation Launchpad, NASA ??? Thursday, May 1, 2025 ??Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles, 14750 Conference Center Drive, Chantilly, VA ???Register to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/er-VCQJs ??Check out our AFCEA NOVA Space Force IT Day 2024 Recap Video: https://lnkd.in/eRXGtiG5 ??Thank you to our sponsors: ??Emerald Sponsor: NetApp ??Platinum Sponsor: Oracle ??Silver Sponsors: Avature, Bakertilly (Gabon), BMC Software, Daston Corporation, Guidehouse, KPMG, ManTech, Ping Identity, TechnoMile ????Student IT Day Sponsor: Ocean 5 Strategies ??Bronze Sponsors: Aperio Global, Ennoble First Inc., C3 Integrated Solutions ??Media Sponsors: Breaking Defense, Federal News Network, OrangeSlices AI, Signal ??Interested in becoming a sponsor? We offer discounts for sponsoring multiple IT Days. Also, our AFCEA NOVA Innovation IT Day is coming up on 4/10/2025. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/efFD-cZf #AFCEA #Networking #IT #DOD #USSpaceForce

?? AFCEA NOVA Small Business Breakfast! ? ??? Featured Speaker: Mr. Kenneth McNeill, SES, National Guard Bureau - CIO/J6 ?? Moderated by Lee Harvey, President of Lee Harvey Consulting, LLC ?? Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 ? Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ?? Location: Carahsoft Technology Corporation 11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190 ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/ew5f_54m You do not need to be an AFCEA NOVA member to attend our events—but once you join us, we think you’ll want to be! Registration is FREE for government and military attendees. A special thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible: ??Gold Sponsors: Carahsoft, Mild Red LLC, Revolutionary Solutions, LLC (WBE, WOSB), TalTeam ??Silver Sponsors: Bowhead, LINKBANK, Platinum Technologies, RavenTek, Warriors Recruiting ?? Sponsorship spots are still available! Secure your sponsorship today: ?? https://lnkd.in/efFD-cZf #AFCEA #SmallBusiness #Networking #IT

?? AFCEA NOVA Space Force IT Day 2025 ?? Space Resilience ?? Check out our current stellar speaker line up below. ??Resilience Cyber Fireside Chat ??Brig Gen Brian Sidari, USSF - Director of Intelligence, U.S. Space Command ??Morning Fireside Chat ??Maj Gen Dennis Bythewood - Special Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations, Space Force ??AI Panel (Sponsored by NetApp) ??Ms. Chandra Donelson - Space Data and Analytics Officer, U.S. Space Force ??Ms. Susan Davenport, SES - Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer, U.S. Department of the Air Force ??Lunch & Keynote ??Mr. Gary Buchanan - Chief Information Security Officer and Director, Cybersecurity Office, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency ??Fireside Chat ??Col Nathan Iven, USSF - Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Cyber & Data, Acting (SF/S6), U.S. Space Force ??CMSgt Amber Abramowski, USSF - Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Space Force ??Acquisition Panel ??Ms. Theresa Terry (Invited) - Chief, Category Management and HAF Services Division, Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, Management (SAF/AM) ??Ms. Yolanda Felder (Invited) - Space Force Director at Headquarters, Secretary of the Air Force, Office of Small Business Programs, U.S. Air Force ??Ms. Brittney Chappell - Program Manager NASA Acquisition Innovation Launchpad, NASA ??? Thursday, May 1, 2025 ??Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles, 14750 Conference Center Drive, Chantilly, VA ???Register to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/er-VCQJs ??Check out our AFCEA NOVA Space Force IT Day 2024 Recap Video: https://lnkd.in/eRXGtiG5 ??Thank you to our sponsors: ??Emerald Sponsor: NetApp ??Platinum Sponsor: Oracle ??Silver Sponsors: Avature, Bakertilly (Gabon), BMC Software, Daston Corporation, Guidehouse, KPMG, ManTech, Ping Identity, TechnoMile ????Student IT Day Sponsor: Ocean 5 Strategies ??Bronze Sponsors: Aperio Global, Ennoble First Inc., C3 Integrated Solutions ??Media Sponsors: Breaking Defense, Federal News Network, OrangeSlices AI, Signal ??Interested in becoming a sponsor? We offer discounts for sponsoring multiple IT Days. Also, our AFCEA NOVA Innovation IT Day is coming up on 4/10/2025. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/efFD-cZf #AFCEA #Networking #IT #DOD #USSpaceForce