An Overview of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Contributions and how they work, including limits and getting the biggest match Ways to maximize tax savings The main differences between Roth and Traditional TSP accounts Understanding the Different Funds An overview of the five main TSP funds (G, F, C, S, & I) and the Lifecycle (or “L” Funds), plus tips for developing an effective investment strategy that matches your time horizon,...

I will present an overview of a report for the Canadian Council of Academies on what opportunities and challenges do quantum technologies present in light of current trends affecting their evolution? In particular I will focus on the following three questions: What does the current evidence and knowledge suggest regarding promising and leading practices that could be applied to drive and accelerate the adoption of quantum technologies? What ar...

State and local governments had to adapt quickly to the effects of the pandemic, as workers and residents alike were encouraged to shelter in their homes. This created major challenges for agencies’ IT systems and technical support staff. Rather than using a “hub-and-spoke” method of connecting employees to servers, data, applications, and each other – where cybersecurity focused on firewalls around the perimeter ...

Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) is looking for qualified Small Business contracting partners. In today's training, we'll walk step by step on the path to winning awards with HHS. FREE LinkedIn live Kickstart Your Journey into HHS as a Government Contractor In this training, Neil McDonnell explains: How to start doing business with HHS How to research your customer and uncover agency decision makers, challenges and goals (needs)...

Geo Week is the premier event for increased integration between the built environment, advanced airborne/terrestrial technologies, and commercial 3D technologies. It was created as a response to the changing needs of built world and geospatial professionals, and to acknowledge the convergence of technology taking place currently. New technological innovations, the need for remote workflows, and hardware breakthroughs are redefining expectation...

Digital forms have been a welcome replacement for government agencies and constituents alike. However, online forms also bring unique challenges and complexity. Join us online Monday, Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT to learn from government leaders and your peers as we discuss all things digital forms: the good, the bad and the ugly.

FREE LinkedIn live How to Get Meetings with Federal Buyers as a Government Contractor In this training, Neil McDonnell explains: How to find out who the federal buyers are and what role they play in the acquisition process How to write email messages that make them want to meet you How to identify the appropriate individuals to contact within federal agencies or potential teaming partners Why it is important to keep trying until they say 'Yes'...

Hands-On Cyber Security Training Taught by World-Renowned Practitioners Attend in Tysons COrner, VA or Live Online   At SANS Tysons Corner- NOVA 2024, choose from 48 interactive courses with hands-on labs. Practice your skills and compete against your peers during NetWars Tournaments, and network with your instructor and industry colleagues in real-time. Each course includes electronic and printed books, and several courses align with GI...

We’re bringing together federal and industry leaders for our Defense IT Summit to discuss how IT modernization programs are restructuring the defense landscape. Hear senior leadership’s priorities and get a jump start on the shifting needs around artificial intelligence, JADC2, data innovation, and workforce development. Join us for insights on the future of national security.

Join the Homeland Security & Defense Forum on February 9, 2024 for our Technology Innovation in Government Symposium. Hosted in collaboration with Luke McCormack, former CIO at the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice, attendees will hear from a range of leading technologists and federal decisionmakers from DHS Headquarters, CBP, FEMA, ICE, TSA, USCIS, Ciena, Deloitte, ServiceNow, and Microsoft. As Artificial Intelligence becomes m...