Government Technology & Services Coalition

08/19/2025

We invite you to join us for to hear from the leaders who navigated America through our most difficult time in recent memory.

In the wake of the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States faced a fundamental question: how do we secure the homeland against evolving threats? The answer was DHS—a bold reorganization that brought together 22 agencies under one mission: to safeguard the American people.
Now, over two decades later, DHS continues to adapt in a world of shifting challenges—terrorism, cybersecurity, disinformation, disasters, pandemics and much more face the nation. This webinar will feature some of the early leaders and architects present at the founding and early evolution of DHS—to reflect on the policy decisions made, the hard lessons of 9/11, and how the mission of the department must continue to evolve.

Together, they will discuss:
🔑 The original vision for DHS, the 9/11 Commission Report, and what drove its formation after 9/11
🔑 How the Department has evolved to adapt to address 21st-century threats
🔑 Lessons learned from past crises that still shape operations today
‼️ The future of homeland security—and the role DHS must play

We believe this will be one of the most important conversations our nation can have on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Please join us - registration is free at the link below. Please share.
GTSC's Homeland Security Today 9/11 Commemoration September 11, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST
https://lnkd.in/gU6ssckd

04/11/2025

SAIC has appointed Sam Soroush as its new Information Technology Program Director. Soroush steps into the role with more than 20 years of hands-on experience leading complex digital initiatives across both the public and private sectors.

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SAIC has appointed Sam Soroush as its new Information Technology Program Director. Soroush, who announced the news on LinkedIn, steps into the role with more than 20 years of hands-on experience leading complex digital initiatives across both the public and private sectors.

04/11/2025

Brian Callahan has been promoted to serve as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD). In this role, Callahan will oversee both the legislative and regulatory departments at the ACD.

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The Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) President and CEO Eric Byer has announced the promotion of Brian Callahan to serve as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs.

04/11/2025

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) has named Kathleen McCarthy as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, beginning May 12.

In this role, McCarthy will oversee all human resources initiatives, employee engagement strategies, and talent acquisition at SAIC, ensuring they find top talent that will help their government customers meet their missions.

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Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) has named Kathleen McCarthy as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective May 12, 2025.

04/10/2025

Daniel Chenok has joined the National Academy of Public Administration’s Board of Directors, filling a vacancy created in 2024. Chenok, a long-standing fellow of the Academy since 2011, brings extensive expertise in government innovation, information technology policy, and budgeting and finance.

Chenok currently serves as Executive Director of the IBM Center for the Business of Government, where he has led the connection of academic research with real-world government practices since 2012. Earlier in his career, he worked at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), where he served as Branch Chief for Information Policy and Technology, overseeing federal IT and information policy.

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Daniel Chenok has joined the National Academy of Public Administration’s Board of Directors, filling a vacancy created in 2024. Chenok, a long-standing Fellow of the Academy since 2011, brings extensive expertise in government innovation, information technology policy, and budgeting and finance. C...

04/10/2025

Melissa Myette has joined Amivero as the company’s new Senior Vice President of Growth. Myette brings a broad background in business development and federal contracting, with nearly 15 years of experience.

Before joining Amivero, she spent almost 4 years at Peraton, most recently serving as Senior Director of Business Development for the Citizen Security and Public Services Sector.

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Melissa Myette has joined Amivero as the company’s new Senior Vice President of Growth, according to a recent announcement she shared on LinkedIn. In her post, Myette expressed enthusiasm about stepping into the new role, writing that she “cannot wait to engage, collaborate, and tackle” the co...

04/09/2025

Zach McQuay has started a new role at True Zero Technologies as a Senior Account Executive, bringing over 15 years of experience in business growth and operations.

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Zach McQuay has started a new role at True Zero Technologies as a Senior Account Executive, according to a LinkedIn post. McQuay most recently served as Growth and Strategy Lead at Accenture Federal Services, where he focused on initiatives supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), speci...

04/04/2025

Onebrief has welcomed Molly Wilkinson to its leadership team as Head of Government Relations. Wilkinson, a highly regarded expert in public policy and regulatory affairs, brings decades of experience at the intersection of government, law, and business.

She most recently served as Vice President and Head of Regulatory & International Government Affairs at American Airlines, where she led a team responsible for shaping regulatory policy and government engagement across global markets.

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Onebrief has welcomed Molly Wilkinson to its leadership team as Head of Government Relations

04/03/2025

Following the March 20 Executive Order to eliminate waste and boost efficiency, GSA is now leading the charge to streamline how government agencies buy IT and common goods/services across the board.

With key milestones set through May, agencies are already collaborating with GSA to inventory contracts, align funding, and prepare for a unified procurement approach. This means smarter spending, greater transparency, and a major shift in how the federal government does business.

👉 Read the full story here:
https://www.hstoday.us/featured/gsa-proceeds-with-procurement-consolidation/

Following the Executive Order "Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement" on March 20, the General Services Administration (GSA) is advancing with its consolidation of domestic, government-wide buying. New information has become available via the GSA website and an i...

04/03/2025

Waldemar Rodriguez has been promoted to President at HSI Association (HSIA). Formerly HSIA’s Vice President, Rodriguez brings over 30 years of experience in national security, law enforcement, and organizational transformation.

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The Homeland Security Investigations Association (HSIA) has announced that Waldemar Rodriguez has stepped into the role of President. His promotion follows the departure of Peter Fitzhugh, who has taken on a new role with the White House’s National Security Council. Formerly HSIA’s Vice Presiden...

04/02/2025

Kristi Rollwagen has joined Emergency Management Partners (EM Partners) as a Senior Advisor, bringing nearly three decades of emergency management and fire service experience to the role.

Rollwagen has held leadership roles at the state, city, and local levels of government, bringing extensive expertise in emergency prevention, preparedness, and response. Before joining EM Partners, Rollwagen most recently served as Director of Minnesota’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department.

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Emergency Management Partners (EM Partners) has announced that Kristi Rollwagen has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor, bringing nearly three decades of emergency management and fire service experience to the role. EM Partners welcomed her in a recent LinkedIn post, stating they are “excited to h...

01/23/2024

AI is here -- came in with the explosion of ChatGPT and is growing exponentially.

💥How are you differentiating?
🏛️ Do you have expertise our government partners need?
🎯Do you have SMEs that can add to our conversation around how to govern this constantly moving target?

Join us at FITGovDATA where we will discuss the synergy between DATA and AI, how we maximize its potential, protect data integrity, use it to achieve mission goals faster, and govern its use without hampering the possibilities.

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