GOVTECH CONNECTS

Curious about how your company can stay ahead of trends and opportunities at the VA Technology Acquisition Center (TAC)? On this episode of What’s Next!?, we explore how the TAC is enhancing communication and transparency with industry using the Acquisition Gateway. Join Susan Sharer, CEO of GOVTECH CONNECTS, and Jeffrey Neill, Associate Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs TAC, to discuss how the TAC is leveraging the Acquisition Gateway to communicate with industry and help businesses leverage this platform to improve their competitiveness and prepare for future contracting opportunities. Listen now and share your feedback with the VA before 1/15/25 via the link on the site: https://lnkd.in/g8mvtKdW

Have you ever wondered how the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Technology Acquisition Center (TAC) is shaping the future of government-industry collaboration? Don’t miss this insightful episode of What’s Next!?, a special series of the Fed to Fed Podcast by GOVTECH CONNECTS. Join Susan Sharer, CEO of GOVTECH CONNECTS, as she sits down with Jeffrey Neill, Associate Executive Director of the VA TAC, and gain valuable insights into the evolving role of the TAC and its critical mission to drive innovation and transformation. Tune in now to explore What’s Next!? for the VA TAC and beyond: https://lnkd.in/gwDRKYjp #FedtoFedPodcast #GovermentInnovation #Modernization #WhatsNext 

Did you know that women-owned small businesses, including those owned by women veterans, face significant gaps in securing federal contracts? The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center (TAC) is working to change that. In the latest episode of What’s Next!?, a special series of the Fed to Fed Podcast by GOVTECH CONNECTS, our CEO Susan Sharer dives into this important topic with Jeffrey Neill, Associate Executive Director of the VA TAC. Listen in as they discuss: - The VA TAC’s commitment to increasing access for women-owned and women veteran-owned small businesses. - Strategies to bridge the gap in contract awards and create a more inclusive marketplace. - How these initiatives empower small businesses to bring innovation and value to serve our veterans better. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g9RifjtD The VA TAC wants to hear from you! Visit the "Listen Now" page for the survey link. #womenveterans #womenowned #innovation #FedtoFedPodcast

Happy Holidays from all of us at GOVTECH CONNECTS! As we celebrate the season of joy and gratitude, we thank you for your trust and support throughout this year.

Together with OrangeSlices AI, we'd like to give a shoutout to HigherGov. The prestigious #VanguardFedCiv250 list was crafted in partnership with HigherGov, the groundbreaking market intelligence and business development provider that has become an indispensable asset to the Federal Government contracting (#GovCon) community since its launch in 2022. More than a thousand contractors, agencies, and advisors turn to HigherGov for the latest insights and competitive edge, solidifying its role as a go-to authority for navigating the complexities of the Federal marketplace. Kick off 2025 with us as we celebrate these impactful IT and consulting firms shaping federal missions, and hear from dynamic panels with Acquisition Leaders, Federal CTOs, and industry disruptors. We urge winning companies to reserve their spot at this premier event ASAP! Register now: https://vanguard250.com #vanguard250 #fedciv David Blackburn | Susan Sharer

Please join us in thanking our VA Digital Healthcare Summit sponsors for their generous support and commitment to advancing #digitaltransformation within the VA. Their partnership was vital in driving meaningful conversations and innovation to better serve our veterans. SAIC | innoVet Health (SDVOSB) | Merlin Cyber | Deloitte | Avature | Red Hat | Carahsoft | CivicLabs | RDTS | OrangeSlices AI #FedFocusVA #veteransaffairs #govcon Susan Sharer

While the speakers were definitely 🔥, we can't forget to recognize the moderators who contributed their time to yesterday's VA Digital Healthcare Summit. Karen B., Bobby Saxon, SES (Ret.), and Raymond Holder--thank you for helping to keep our discussions engaging and impactful. You played a key role in the event's success! #FedFocusVA #veteransaffairs #govcon #digitaltransformation Susan Sharer

Yesterday's FedFocus: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs was AMAZING! Please join us in thanking these speakers from the VA who shared their time, insights, and expertise with all of us. It is because of their contributions that this event was so successful. Dr. Luwanda Jones | Kurt DelBene | Antoine Broughton | Jeffrey Neill | Chloe Brown | Trisha Dang | Ian Komorowski | Carrie Lee | Cherri Waters, MBA | Jim Bates | Laura Prietula | Neil Evans, MD | Jack Galvin | Dexter Burnam, MPM | Robert Bennett VA Office of Information and Technology #FedFocusVA #veteransaffairs #govcon #digitaltransformation Susan Sharer

We were blown away by the energy in the room during yesterday's FedFocus: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Digital Health Summit! Did you have a favorite speaker, panel, or moment of engagement during the event? Share it! If you attended yesterday's event, please share a photo and use the phrase "My favorite key takeaway from #FedFocusVA was..." and tell us about it. Be sure to tag us in the post so we can share it--we can't wait to hear everyone's thoughts! VA Office of Information and Technology #veteransaffairs #govcon #digitaltransformation

That’s a wrap! Thanks to everyone who joined us for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Digital Health Summit today! Don’t forget to post your photos using #FedFocusVA and tag us! VA Office of Information and Technology #FedFocusVA #veteransaffairs #govcon #digitaltransformation