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2025 Agenda

April 27, 2025 Day 1

*Advance registration for activities required
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Golf Tournament *
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Enjoy a fun day on the links and meet new fellow PSC members at the Sunday golf tournament, which will take place at the Old White Golf Course.

1 - 2 p.m.
Sporting Clays Class (Group A) *
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A great way to meet fellow attendees! Located atop Kate's Mountain, the sporting clays course was designed by Justin Jones and John Higgins of the British School of Shooting and challenges shooters of all skill levels. 

2 - 3 p.m.
Tour of Greenbrier Bunker (Group A) *
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Join PSC members and take a tour of the declassified Bunker at The Greenbrier, a must-see experience that takes you behind the scenes and walks you through a fascinating period in the resort's history. Carved deep into the mountainside beneath the resort's West Virginia Wing is an emergency Cold War fallout shelter. Once a top-secret U.S. government relocation facility for Congress, The Bunker is now open to anyone interested in reliving a legendary piece of The Greenbrier history.

3 - 4 p.m.
Wine Tasting *
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3 - 4 p.m.
Falconry
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Falconry, the art of tracking game using trained birds of prey, has been performed for more than 4,000 years. The Greenbrier brings this ancient practice to its guests through lessons taught by trained professionals

4 - 5 p.m.
'If These Walls Could Talk' Interior Tour *
Greenbrier interior tour

This walking tour of the public lobbies describes the interior of the hotel… its décor and its development. The Greenbrier opened in 1913; served as an Army Hospital during WWII; was redecorated by Dorothy Draper in the late 1940’s. Today, it continues to be a leading historic hotel in America.

4 - 5 p.m.
Pickle Ball *
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This is all the craze these days and a great team activity. Once the activity is over, network with fellow attendees over complimentary drinks.
4 - 5 p.m.
Hike and Sip *
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Experience the great outdoors with an  invigorating hike through The Greenbrier’s vast terrain and then reward yourself for all of the calories burned with specialty low-calorie cocktails, designed by our beverage team. Sip  them all, and then learn to make your favorite on your own.

6 – 7 p.m.
First Timer Attendees/New Member Welcome Happy Hour

If you are a new PSC member or if this is the first time you have attended the PSC Annual Conference, we encourage you to sign up for this complimentary networking activity. PSC President & CEO David Berteau will provide a welcome and conference overview as you mingle with other new attendees, engage with members of the PSC Board of Directors, and get to know PSC staff.

6 – 7 p.m.
Axe Throwing and Lawn Games
Colonial Lawn
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Join us outside on the Colonial Lawn and Terrace and try your hand at axe throwing! This is a fun, free, social event that will take place right before our reception begins. 

7 - 9 p.m.
Meet & Eat: Opening Dinner
Colonial Lawn & Terrace
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This is a roaming dinner complete with a variety of stations and buffets. There will be plenty of seating and high-top tables. We'll have plenty of seating outside to enjoy the beautiful weather!

9 - 10 p.m.
Fire Pits and Night Caps
Colonial Terrace
Fire pits
Enjoy firepits on the Colonial Terrace. 
9 - 11 p.m.
Sunday Social
Casino
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After dinner, try your luck at the private Greenbrier casino!

April 28, 2025 Day 2

*Advance registration for activities required
6 a.m.
5K Fun Run *
fun run

Join fellow runners for a 5K through and around the beautiful grounds of the Greenbrier.

7:00 a.m.
Networking Breakfast
Chesapeake Room
8:00 a.m.
Opening and Welcome
Colonial Hall
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Zach Parker
Zach Parker
President, CEO, and Board Director, DLH Corp., Chair of the PSC Board of Directors
8:15 a.m.
President's Message
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Berteau
David J. Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
8:30 a.m.
Federal Budget Outlook Preview
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PSC's President & CEO, David Berteau, will offer a sneak peak of Tuesday's session: Federal Budget Outlook: Navigating the New Administration’s Priorities
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David J. Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
9:00 a.m.
Keynote
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10:45 a.m.
Networking Break
9:45 a.m.
Navigating Federal AI Policies
Insights, Impacts, and Industry Strategies
panel

As AI technologies continue to expand, they are driving efficiencies across the federal government. Supported by executive policies from the last two administrations, federal executives and operators are leveraging guidance on how to manage, govern, and procure AI technologies, solutions, and services from the commercial sector. With a new administration beginning to issue additional AI guidance, this panel will explore how federal contractors can support evolving policies and how federal agencies will integrate AI into their operations and missions.

This session will provide:

  • An overview and impact analysis of federal AI policies to date.
  • Insights into how the new administration is shaping AI governance, management, and procurement.
  • Industry perspectives on federal AI actions so far.
  • Best practices for marketing commercial AI solutions and services to federal clients.
11:00 a.m.
Driving Successful IT Modernization
Structuring Agency Transformation and Industry Collaboration
panel
As federal agencies strive to modernize their IT systems, operations, and processes, establishing a clear and effective structure—along with industry support—for driving this transformation is critical. This panel will explore how federal agencies can build the right framework to successfully implement IT modernization initiatives, ensuring that the right solutions are considered and supported at every stage.
11:50 a.m.
Break for Lunch
12:45 p.m.
Keynote
podium
1:30 p.m.
Networking Break
1:45 p.m.
Government Approaches to Acquisition Data
Using, Sharing, and Protecting Industry Information
panel
With several data-related initiatives underway within the federal acquisition system, currently serving government officials will discuss their agencies’ perspective on category management, the Better Contracting Initiative (if still relevant), and strategic management of acquisition data and information. For what purposes are agencies requesting—or requiring—that companies share acquisition-related data? How are agencies using, sharing, and protecting all of these data? How can government officials better communicate with industry regarding data collection, use, dissemination, and protections?
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John Tenaglia
Principal Director, Defense Pricing, Contracting, and Acquisition Policy, Office of the Secretary of Defense, U.S. Department of Defense
Karla Jackson Smith formatted
Karla Smith Jackson
Senior Procurement Executive, Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer, Assistant Administrator for Procurement, NASA
Koses
Jeff Koses
Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer and Senior Procurement Executive, U.S. General Services Administration
2:45 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
2:45 p.m.
Breakout Session A
Different Government Approaches to Allowable Teaming Arrangements
panel

Agencies—and even offices within a single agency—have chosen to allow differing teaming arrangements for various opportunities. They also vary ways in which proposal evaluation teams evaluate such arrangements. In this breakout, federal officials will share insights about what drives these decisions about allowable arrangements. From their perspective, what are the benefits or drawbacks of various teaming structures and operations? How do they think about joint ventures, including but not limited to mentor-protege JVs? Why have different contract vehicles (e.g., NASA SEWP, CIO-SP4, Alliant 3, OASIS+, DHS PACTS III) leveraged different approaches to teaming?

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Sam Le
Director, Office of Policy Planning and Liaison, U.S. Small Business Administration
2:45 p.m.
Breakout Session B
Understanding Opportunities Outside of the FAR
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While Other Transaction Authority has existed for decades, government agencies and offices have increasingly turned to OT agreements and other tools outside of the Federal Acquisition Regulation—whether to accelerate acquisition timelines, access non-traditional companies, or pursue other acquisition goals. Some agencies are even requesting new non-FAR-based authorities. This panel will offer government perspectives on the advantages of such tools. For example, what are recent trends in OT agreements? Commercial Solution Opening programs (CSOPs)? Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) opportunities? Why are some agencies leveraging—or seeking to leverage—tools outside of the FAR or agency supplements? How, if at all, has increased grant funding impacted federal contractors, either as teaming or sub-tier opportunities or as an alternative to contracts?
Jackson (1)
Karla Smith Jackson
Senior Procurement Executive, Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer, Assistant Administrator for Procurement, NASA
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Lisa Canini
Subcommittee Director, House Homeland Security Committee
4 - 5 p.m.
Sporting Clays Class (Group B) *
1
A great way to meet fellow attendees! Located atop Kate's Mountain, the sporting clays course was designed by Justin Jones and John Higgins of the British School of Shooting and challenges shooters of all skill levels. 
4 - 5 p.m.
Tour of Greenbrier Bunker (Group B) *
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Join PSC members and take a tour of the declassified Bunker at The Greenbrier, a must-see experience that takes you behind the scenes and walks you through a fascinating period in the resort's history.
Carved deep into the mountainside beneath the resort's West Virginia Wing is an emergency Cold War fallout shelter. Once a top-secret U.S. government relocation facility for Congress, The Bunker is now open to anyone interested in reliving a legendary piece of The Greenbrier history.
4 - 5 p.m.
Charcuterie Building and Wine Pairing *
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Join a Greenbrier Chef as they share their ideas on how to build a proper charcuterie display, that is sure to be the centerpiece of your next social gathering. All while tempting your palate with flavorful wines and discussion from our Sommelier. Each guest will leave with their own West Virginia Cutting Board to use on their next charcuterie masterpiece!
4 - 6 p.m.
E-Mountain Bike Excursion *
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Guided single-track E-mountain bike riding. This is the real deal mountain biking. Guests will gain over 2,000 feet in elevation and cover around 10 miles of mountain terrain.
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Networking Reception
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Enjoy networking with attendees after a day of substantive sessions. The reception will include live music and bourbon tasting.
7 p.m.
Chair’s Banquet
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Our Chair's Dinner is our formal dinner of the conference. Cocktail attire is encouraged. During our dinner, we will hear a special presentation by our guest speaker, Besa Pinchotti, CEO of the  National Military Family Association.
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Besa Pinchotti
CEO, National Military Family Association
9 p.m.
Monday After Hours
Casino
sunday social
The private Greenbrier Casino is one of the most popular spots to continue the evening. 
9 p.m.
Fire Pits and Night Caps
Colonial Terrace
Fire pits
If you want to skip the casino, head to the Colonial Terrace for firepits. 

April 29, 2025 Day 3

*Advance registration for activities required
7:00 a.m.
Networking Breakfast
Colonial Hall
8:20 a.m.
Opening and Welcome
podium
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LaJuanna Russell
President & CEO, Business Management Associates, 2025 Planning Committee Chair
8:30 a.m.
Opening Keynote
podium
9:00 a.m.
State of the M&A Market
Recent Trends and 2025 Forecast
panel
This session will take a deeper look at the state of the M&A market, giving an overview of the regulatory, statutory, and administrative/compliance rules and trends (e.g., CMMC, SBA, HRS, DOJ, FTC rules) over the last few years and how these policies have impacted the competitive landscape for buyers and sellers, particularly how government has evaluated M&A through an anti-trust lens and the factors that drive decisions. Speakers will assess the impact of the new Trump Administration and provide a forecast for 2025, letting companies know what markets will stay competitive and the factors driving valuations.
10:00 a.m.
Networking Break
10:15 a.m.
M&A: Lessons Learned
panel
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The Honorable Dr. John Hillen, DPhil
James C. Wheat Jr. Professor in Leadership, Hampden-Sydney College
Berteau
David Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
11:15 a.m.
Break for Lunch
12:00 p.m.
Lunch Session: Workforce in Transition
Navigating the Impacts of the New Administration
panel
As the new administration implements its priorities, the federal contracting workforce faces a period of transformation and uncertainty. All indications point to fewer numbers through either RIFs, buyouts, or voluntary separationsWhat remains unclear – will this mean fewer bodies doing the same level of work – assisted by technology, or simply less government focusing on fewer programsContractor workforces will need to adjust to the new reality, along with their own companies’ application of recent Executive Orders mandating Return to the Office and scrubbing DEI initiativesCould we finally be confronted by the much vaunted, never happened #GreatResignation? Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how the federal contracting sector can navigate this period of change, ensuring a resilient and skilled workforce.
1:15 p.m.
Federal Budget Outlook
Navigating the New Administration’s Priorities
podium

Featuring PSC’s President & CEO David Berteau, this session will explore the new Administration’s anticipated budget priorities, shifts in funding allocations, Executive Orders and other policy statements, and potential impacts on federal contracts. What do we know about the Administration’s focus areas? FY26 budgets? Programmatic changes? And what are we tracking as new leaders arrive, and begin to influence, department and agency policies?

Berteau
David Berteau
President & CEO, PSC
2:15 p.m.
Adjourn
4:00 p.m.
Networking Activities
4-6:30 p.m.
Golf Tournament B (9 Holes) *
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Join us for 9 holes on the Meadows course.
4 - 5 p.m.
Tour of Greenbrier Bunker (Group C) *
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Join PSC members and take a tour of the declassified Bunker at The Greenbrier, a must-see experience that takes you behind the scenes and walks you through a fascinating period in the resort's history.

Carved deep into the mountainside beneath the resort's West Virginia Wing is an emergency Cold War fallout shelter. Once a top-secret U.S. government relocation facility for Congress, The Bunker is now open to anyone interested in reliving a legendary piece of The Greenbrier history.

“Many of my best relationships in industry and the business community today started by meeting at the PSC Annual Conference.”

“I always catch up with someone I haven’t seen in a while; before you know it we are doing business.”

“The topics presented are relevant and informative.”

“The more engaged I become, the more enriched my PSC experience becomes.”

“I got two new clients from the conference!”

- PSC Annual Conference attendees
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Why should I attend PSC's Annual Conference?

PSC’s Annual Conference is the premier event for the government contracting industry. This event brings together more than 450 industry executives to examine the most important issues facing the government professional and technology services industry. Walk away with:

  • A deeper understanding of key agency challenges, delivered directly from agency leaders
  • A better sense of the challenges facing competitors and partners
  • An opportunity to promote PSC’s improvement of the relationship between industry and government, impacting our success
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Networking at its finest

Not only is the PSC Annual Conference an extraordinary opportunity for business intelligence, but perhaps what it is most known for the incredible networking opportunities it creates across the federal contracting marketplace.