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The keynote on June 9 features two of America’s most recognized heroes, former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and Capt. Mark Kelly, a combat pilot in Iraq and an astronaut on four space shuttle missions.
But even if the federal government could develop a perfect acquisition process, it could not guarantee the success of government programs. That is because there are so many other factors involved.
The ACQUIRE Conference & EXPO, being held June 8 and 9 at the Walter
E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., reflects this reality. Yes, acquisition is an important component of the event, as the title suggests. But the content—from keynote speeches and C-level plenary panels to the break-out training sessions— addresses the entire program lifecycle, from developing program requirements and managing procurements to deploying, managing, and using systems.
ACQUIRE offers a unique opportunity to bring together everyone involved in making a program a success.
During the morning keynotes and plenary panels, thought-leaders from around the community will offer insights into some of the toughest challenges agencies face (p. S24 ). During the
afternoon, attendees can choose sessions from among six tracks: Information technology, professional services, office management, project management, talent management and, yes, acquisition management (see pp. S24-S25). Attendees will receive Continuing Professional Educational credits for participating in ACQUIRE training courses.
Still, that is only part of the story. As any leader can attest, a program has a much better chance of succeeding when employees not only are well-trained but also motivated, or even inspired. ACQUIRE provides numerous opportunities for employees to focus on their personal well-being and professional development.
International bestselling author Joshua Cooper Ramo takes the ACQUIRE keynote stage on June 8 to discuss: “The Seventh Sense: Power, Fortune and Survival in the Age of Networks”. Ramo called his book The Seventh Sense because what we’ll need in order to navigate what comes next is not merely specific answers, but a new kind of instinct for what life in a connected age looks like. Drawing on examples from business, science and politics, Ramo illuminates our transformative world.
The opening keynote on June 9 features two of America’s most recognized heroes, former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and Capt. Mark Kelly, a combat pilot in Iraq and
an astronaut on four space shuttle missions. Their lives changed on January 8, 2011, when an assassination attempt was made on Giffords’ life. Together, they will discuss what it takes to transform a tragedy into an endeavor to succeed.
Those looking to jumpstart their creativity and problem- solving abilities should check out FCW Bookshelf LIVE!, featuring presentations and book-signings by renowned
authors of bestselling books on management, leadership and
the broader implications of emerging tech (see p. S28 ).
Finally, educational clinics
in the Happy Fed Pavilion will offer insights on issues related to career, pay, benefits, financial
planning and retirement. The Happy Fed Pavilion, part of the
show floor, also will feature numerous guest-speakers, including Pamela Meyer, PhD, author of “The Agility Shift:
Creating Agile and Effective Leaders, Teams and Organizations.”
International bestselling author Joshua Cooper Ramo takes the ACQUIRE keynote stage on June 8.
ACQUIRE 2016 / CONFERENCE & EXPO