The DoD Procurement, Compliance & Innovation conference is a premier event organized by the American Conference Institute, scheduled for December 10–11, 2026, in Washington, DC. This conference focuses on the latest developments in defense procurement, compliance, and innovation, providing a platform for industry leaders and government officials to discuss and navigate the evolving landscape of defense acquisition.
Key topics include the implications of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), strategies for adapting to recent Executive Orders affecting procurement and cybersecurity, and advancements in defense systems through AI and data-driven decision-making. Sessions will also address compliance challenges, the operational transformation of the defense industrial base, and strategies to mitigate risks associated with contract terminations and stop-work orders.
Attendees will have opportunities to engage with notable speakers such as Peter Guinto, Senior Advisor for Defense Pricing and Supplier Management at the Department of Defense, and Kim Herrington, Vice President of Government Finance at L3Harris Technologies. The event will feature networking sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among defense contracting professionals.
This conference is ideal for defense contractors, compliance officers, legal professionals, and government officials involved in defense procurement. Participants will gain valuable insights into regulatory reforms, modernization efforts, and competitive strategies essential for success in the defense industry.
Speakers(33)
Aaron Jackson
Partner at Ward & Berry
Aaron Jackson is a Partner at Ward & Berry, specializing in legal services.
Brian Baldrate
Vice President and Lead Counsel at BAE, ES
Brian Baldrate serves as Vice President and Lead Counsel at BAE, ES, providing legal guidance on corporate matters.
Brittny Loveless
Contracts Director at Aleut Federal
Brittny Loveless serves as the Contracts Director at Aleut Federal, managing contractual agreements and compliance.
Cy Alba
Partner at PilieroMazza
Cy Alba is a Partner at PilieroMazza, specializing in government contracts law.
Daniel A. Loveland, Jr.
Senior Litigation Counsel-Antitrust Division at United States Department of Justice
Daniel A. Loveland, Jr. is a Senior Litigation Counsel in the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice, focusing on antitrust litigation.
Dorn McGrath
Member at Dickinson Wright
Dorn McGrath is a Member at Dickinson Wright, specializing in legal services.
Elizabeth Witwer
Of Counsel at Covington & Burling LLP
Elizabeth Witwer serves as Of Counsel at Covington & Burling LLP, providing legal expertise.
Gary Campbell
Chief Legal Officer at Noble
Gary Campbell is the Chief Legal Officer at Noble, overseeing the company's legal affairs.
Gary Kaufman
Program Security Officer at United States Department of Defense
Gary Kaufman is a Program Security Officer at the Department of Defense, responsible for security protocols in defense programs.
Honorable Dr. Kevin Rhodes
Administrator, Office of Federal Procurement Policy at Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President
Dr. Kevin Rhodes is the Administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, leading procurement policy initiatives within the Executive Office of the President.
Jai Spivey
Senior Vice President Contracts at Parsons Corporation
Jai Spivey is the Senior Vice President of Contracts at Parsons Corporation, managing contractual agreements and compliance.
Jeff Koses
Senior Procurement Executive at General Services Administration
Jeff Koses serves as the Senior Procurement Executive at the GSA, guiding procurement policies and practices.
Justin Carder
Chief Digital & AI Officer at Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
Justin Carder serves as the Chief Digital & AI Officer at the DCAA, focusing on digital transformation and artificial intelligence strategies.
Justin Chiarodo
Partner and Co-Chair Government Contracts Practice at Blank Rome
Justin Chiarodo is a Partner and Co-Chair of the Government Contracts Practice at Blank Rome, focusing on government procurement law.
Kate Robb
President at Crowell GovCon Strategies
Kate Robb serves as President of Crowell GovCon Strategies, overseeing strategic operations.
Kayleigh Scalzo
Partner at Covington & Burling LLP
Kayleigh Scalzo is a Partner at Covington & Burling LLP, specializing in legal services.
Kevin Maynard
Partner at Wiley
Kevin Maynard is a Partner at Wiley, focusing on legal services.
Kevin Wheelock
Former Vice President Contracts at Serco
Kevin Wheelock previously served as Vice President of Contracts at Serco, overseeing contractual agreements.
Kim Herrington
Vice President Government Finance at L3Harris Technologies
Kim Herrington serves as Vice President of Government Finance at L3Harris Technologies, overseeing financial operations related to government contracts.
Lisa Lax
Vice President Contracts - Defense Division at General Dynamics
Lisa Lax is the Vice President of Contracts for the Defense Division at General Dynamics, overseeing defense-related contracts.
Luis Ambroggio
Vice President Contracting and Compliance at PCSI
Luis Ambroggio is the Vice President of Contracting and Compliance at PCSI, managing contract negotiations and compliance matters.
Mike Kostiw
Assistant General Counsel, Contracts at SIG SAUER, Inc.
Mike Kostiw is the Assistant General Counsel for Contracts at SIG SAUER, Inc., handling legal aspects of contractual agreements.
Nathan Geesaman
Director Regulatory Compliance at Accenture Federal Services
Nathan Geesaman is the Director of Regulatory Compliance at Accenture Federal Services, ensuring adherence to federal regulations.
Per Midboe
Vice President of Growth & Strategy at Crowell GovCon Strategies
Per Midboe is the Vice President of Growth & Strategy at Crowell GovCon Strategies, leading growth initiatives.
Peter Guinto
Senior Advisor for Defense Pricing and Supplier Management, OSD Defense Pricing, Contracting and Acquisition Policy at Department of Defense
Peter Guinto is a Senior Advisor at the Department of Defense, specializing in defense pricing and supplier management policies.
Raj Badhwar
Senior Vice President, Global Chief Information Security Officer at Jacobs
Raj Badhwar is the Global Chief Information Security Officer at Jacobs, overseeing the company's information security strategies.
Scott Frohman
Head of Defense Programs at Google Cloud
Scott Frohman leads Defense Programs at Google Cloud, focusing on cloud solutions for defense applications.
Sean Bamford
Legal Director & Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts, Government Finance & Cybersecurity at Lockheed Martin
Sean Bamford is the Legal Director and Associate General Counsel at Lockheed Martin, focusing on government contracts and cybersecurity.
Shingai Mavengere
Director of Compliance at Microsoft
Shingai Mavengere is the Director of Compliance at Microsoft, overseeing compliance programs and policies.
Stephen Fitts
Vice President, Contracts & Pricing at HII
Stephen Fitts is the Vice President of Contracts & Pricing at HII, managing contract negotiations and pricing strategies.
Steve Harris
Vice President, Defense and Intelligence at Professional Services Council (PSC)
Steve Harris serves as Vice President of Defense and Intelligence at PSC, representing the interests of defense contractors.
Tara Rippe
Director Contracts at Anser
Tara Rippe is the Director of Contracts at Anser, managing contract negotiations and compliance.
Terry Kalka
Director, Cyber Crime Center (DC3) at United States Department of Defense
Terry Kalka leads the Cyber Crime Center at the Department of Defense, overseeing cybercrime investigations and operations.
Event Details
- Date
- December 10-11, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Washington, DC
- Pricing
- $1,895 - $2,295
- Audience
- Defense contractors, compliance officers, legal professionals, government officials involved in defense procurement.
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