2025 Past SECAF Events

Thursday, May 29, 2025
SECAF Awards Gala

The Annual Government Contractor Awards celebrate SECAF members and other government contracting organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to industry excellence. Award categories showcase companies of all sizes, plus key projects and outstanding executives. 

Location:
Hyatt Regency Reston
1800 Presidents St,
Reston, VA 20190


Time:  6:00 - 9:00 pm
Attire:  Business


 

Thursday, May 8, 2025
SECAF Gov Con Member Networking Reception (SECAF Government Contractor Members Only)

You are invited to join us to get to know your fellow SECAF members!

Networking is an essential part of any successful career in the government contracting industry. It can help you find new opportunities and make connections that can lead to future business partnerships.

At this networking event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about what your fellow SECAF members do and whether there might be teaming opportunities. You can also find out how you can help them and vice versa. So bring your capabilities statement and enjoy the chance to chat with your peers over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres!

Patsy's American Restaurant
8051 Leesburg Pike
Vienna VA 22182
(Plenty of free surface parking.)

Sponsored By: Withum and Pillsbury
 

Thursday, April 17, 2025
SECAF Gov Con Member Networking Reception (SECAF Government Contractor Members Only)

You are invited to join us to get to know your fellow SECAF members!

Networking is an essential part of any successful career in the government contracting industry. It can help you find new opportunities and make connections that can lead to future business partnerships.

At this networking event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about what your fellow SECAF members do and whether there might be teaming opportunities. You can also find out how you can help them and vice versa. So bring your capabilities statement and enjoy the chance to chat with your peers over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres!

Patsy's American Restaurant
8051 Leesburg Pike
Vienna VA 22182
(Plenty of free surface parking.)

Sponsored By: EagleBank and BBG


 

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
SECAF CXO Forum: Anchoring Your Position in Government Contracting

Many obstacles are encountered and hurdles are crossed during the growth trajectory of an emerging to large contractor.  As your company evolves, needs become apparent surrounding business infrastructure, compliance concerns, audit risks, and other items that should be addressed.  When to consider an update or upgrade to your ERP/accounting system, when and how to engage an external auditor, what requirements to know for Incurred Cost Submissions or CMMC readiness/certification, and many other areas are items you need to start considering during your growth path.  Let us help anchor some ideas for you so your growth curve slopes upward and your critical success path becomes clearer for your future.

Speakers:


Sponsored by Cherry Bekaert.

This event is open to SECAF Gov Con Members and is recommended for C-Suite executives.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Executive Briefing: From Start-Up to Scale-Up. CEOs Discuss Vision, Growth, and Teaming

It's a balancing act!  Join top GovCon CEOs for a dynamic discussion on scaling businesses in today’s evolving federal market. This panel will explore strategies for growth, competitive positioning, and teaming, while tackling emerging challenges like shifting policies, evolving technologies, and post-COVID client relationships. 

If you’re an executive leader focused on driving growth and staying ahead in the GovCon space, this is your chance to gain insider strategies, proven tactics, and actionable insights directly from those who’ve scaled to success. Don’t miss this opportunity to position your company for its next level of growth.


Speakers:
  • Cos DiMaggio, President and CEO of CD3 Strategies, formerly a founder and CEO of The Tauri Group
  • Mike Ricciardi, CEO, Domenix Corporation


Moderated by Jeff Mujsce, Chief Growth Officer, BryceTech and SECAF Board Member
 

Thursday, March 20, 2025
SECAF Gov Con Member Networking Reception (SECAF Government Contractor Members Only)

You are invited to join us to get to know your fellow SECAF members!

Networking is an essential part of any successful career in the government contracting industry. It can help you find new opportunities and make connections that can lead to future business partnerships.

At this networking event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about what your fellow SECAF members do and whether there might be teaming opportunities. You can also find out how you can help them and vice versa. So bring your capabilities statement and enjoy the chance to chat with your peers over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres!

Patsy's American Restaurant
8051 Leesburg Pike
Vienna VA 22182
(Plenty of free surface parking.)

Sponsored By: Deltek and CAVU Advisors
 

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Webinar Series: Small Business GovCon M&A in 2025

Small business GovCon companies that want to sell need to understand what they need to do to get ready, what sellers will find in the market and understand the process.  Pick up tips from an experienced group of service providers about how owners can prepare themselves and their companies for a sale transaction. Learn about the planning needed personally as well as how growing revenue, improving margins and strong backlog will increase company value. 

We will also discuss the impact of the SBA rule on the M&A market in 2025 and 2026.

Top experts from Pillsbury, Morgan Stanley, and sbLiftOff will examine:

  • Current state of the M&A market in GovCon, including the newly adopted SBA rule impacting small business M&A
  • How owners need to prepare themselves for a transaction
  • What owners should do to prepare their company for market
  • How your company will be valued for purchase
  • How to start the process
  • What is the process

Join us for this fast paced, substantive webinar and get valuable information directly from professional in the market.  


Speakers:

 

Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Executive Briefing: SBA’s New Regulations-Impact on Small Business

Recent SBA regulations have caused uncertainty in the GovCon set aside market. Most of the regulations are already in effect while certain M&A provisions take effect January 17, 2026. Get smart on how these new regulations may affect your business growth strategy with SECAF's powerhouse panel.

Come and hear firsthand from the SBA about the genesis of the new regulations, and their effect on companies with set-aside contracts and M&A aspirations.  
 
Topics covered include:

  • Decoding the regulations: Will previous task orders be transferable? 
  • Changes to the 8a, WOSB, SDVOSB and HUB Zone Program and impacts on eligibility and certification
  • Changes to the Mentor Protege Program and Joint Ventures
  • Benefits of selling a company with set aside contracts prior to Jan 17, 2026
  • Impact of the regulations on valuations for companies with set aside contracts
  • Implications for M&A and ownership structures

 And more ...

Speakers:

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Webinar Series: Resilience in Times of Change - Empowering Small GovCon Businesses and Their Federal Clients

Change is a constant in the government contracting industry—whether it’s ongoing Federal budget challenges, a change in presidential administration, or shifting workplace expectations. Small businesses, in particular, may find these uncertainties disruptive to their operations, especially when their Federal customers are dealing with these same challenges. However, by cultivating organizational resilience, small businesses can become more agile, maintain progress toward their goals, and help their Federal clients stay on track during turbulent times. 
Join us for a dynamic and interactive hour-long webinar, led by Evans Consulting, where you’ll learn how to build resilience to better anticipate changes, respond more effectively, and maintain forward momentum for both your organization and your federal clients.

In this webinar, participants will learn to:

  1. Strengthen Your Organization’s Core: Develop a resilient foundation that can swiftly adapt to leadership changes, administrative overhauls, or new policies.
  2. Empower Your Federal Clients: Provide proactive support and guidance that helps government agencies maintain mission focus and thrive amid shifting political and operational landscapes.
  3. Cultivate Collaborative, Adaptive Teams: Discover ways to foster communication and innovation within your workforce—key ingredients for staying ahead of any challenge.  

Speakers:
  • Bob Etris, Managing Partner, Evans Consulting
  • Courtney Wells, Principal of Creative Strategy and Experience, Evans Consulting

Moderator:
Jack Moore, Managing Partner, Evans Consulting

 

Thursday, February 20, 2025
SECAF Gov Con Member Networking Reception (Government Contractor Members Only)

You are invited to join us to get to know your fellow SECAF members!

Networking is an essential part of any successful career in the government contracting industry. It can help you find new opportunities and make connections that can lead to future business partnerships.

At this networking event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about what your fellow SECAF members do and whether there might be teaming opportunities. You can also find out how you can help them and vice versa. So bring your capabilities statement and enjoy the chance to chat with your peers over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres!

Patsy's American
8051 Leesburg Pike
Vienna VA 22182
(Plenty of free surface parking.)

Sponsored By: Cherry Bekaert and William C. Brown Inc
 

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Webinar Series: Maximizing Opportunities - Leveraging AI for Efficient RFP Identification

Dive into how small and emerging government contractors are using AI to write higher quality proposals and respond to more RFPs that fit their business. Learn how AI can help you chase more RFPs without dropping proposal quality by integrating key knowledge without overloading your team. Unlike generic AI models, solutions-built AIs specifically for government acquisition data boost response quality and ensure compliance. When paired with a tailored CRM, businesses can manage their RFP efforts more efficiently – making it easier to bid and win. CRMs not only help keep track of client interactions, deadlines, and follow-ups but also streamline the proposal writing process by storing past project info. This allows businesses to quickly reference pursuit data and outcomes, helping refine future proposals for better success rates.  

Speaker:
 
Alexander Cohen, CEO and Founder, GovPro AI
 

Thursday, January 23, 2025
SECAF Gov Con Member Networking Reception (Government Contractor Members Only)

You are invited to join us to get to know your fellow SECAF members!

Networking is an essential part of any successful career in the government contracting industry. It can help you find new opportunities and make connections that can lead to future business partnerships.

At this networking event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about what your fellow SECAF members do and whether there might be teaming opportunities. You can also find out how you can help them and vice versa. So bring your capabilities statement and enjoy the chance to chat with your peers over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres!

Patsy's American
8051 Leesburg Pike
Vienna VA 22182
(Plenty of free surface parking.)

Sponsored By: Rock Hall Partners and CLA
 

Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Executive Briefing: CIO Perspectives from the Department of Commerce

SECAF is excited to host a panel of senior IT executives from the Department of Commerce (DOC).  The Department of Commerce's mission is to create the conditions for economic growth and opportunity for all communities. Through its 13 bureaus, the Department works to drive U.S. economic competitiveness, strengthen domestic industry, and spur the growth of quality jobs in all communities across the country. 

Our January monthly briefing panelists will focus on the role of the CIO and examine some of the challenges and priorities that this mission critical office is responsible for.  Whether your company is focused on supporting cybersecurity/zero trust, artificial intelligence/data management or modernizing the IT infrastructure – this event will provide a value-add DOC senior leader perspective.

Speakers:


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