This year's Management of Change will focus on what needs to change to get us to what the next generation government can be, and how, as a motivated public-private partnership, we will get there. To develop actionable deliverables to change perception and rebuild the brand. In small interactive workshops led by your colleagues across government and industry, MOC will examine six different topics that will define the next generation of innovati...

Tax-exempt organizations are under increasing scrutiny - are you following the rules? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the issues confronted by tax-exempt organizations. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about IRS and New York regulations. Even if you have an accountant prepare your Form 990, you need to be aware of the information you will need to provide. Register t...

Why is understanding Agile and EVM so important for Government Projects? Agile development methodologies are rapidly growing in popularity in the federal government for major IT investments. This is largely driven by the desire to meet customer mission critical requirements faster and deliver business value. However, the complexity of government programs presents several challenges when deploying and utilizing an agile development methodology....

The Freedom of Information Act, enacted in 1966, was the first law that gave Americans the right to access the records of federal agencies. FOIA establishes a legal right of access to government records and information on the basis of the principles of openness and accountability in government. In 1974, after the Watergate scandal the act was amended to force greater agency compliance. In 1991 the General Accounting Office reported over 1.9 m...

Protection of flora and fauna has become increasingly important at the national level, and developers frequently find that they must comply with the Endangered Species Act - the federal law that protects threatened and endangered plants, insects, fish and wildlife, and their habitats. Understanding the implications of the ESA at all stages of the development process can help developers save time and money. In this live webinar you will learn...

Working with private foundations, whether you are an attorney, accountant, other advisor, or a staff member, requires that you have at least a basic understanding of the regulatory environment in which the foundations operate. It is important to learn the current developments affecting charitable giving and private foundations and how to avoid pitfalls that can lead to penalties for failure to comply with the applicable IRS provisions and reg...

It is now nearly two years since the implementation of the new EU Pharmacovigilance (PV) legislation, and so it is time to reflect on the impact these changes have had on the role of the Qualified Persons for Pharmacovigilance (QPPVs) and their position and relationship with Marketing Authorisation Holders and regulatory agencies. QPPVs face multiple challenges, and the 2014 meeting will provide insights from regulators as well as MAH manageme...

FOSE has the longest legacy of any event servicing the government technology community and continues to provide a dedicated meeting grounds for IT professionals — from government and private industry —to take advantage of in-demand training, networking and professional development opportunities. The FOSE Conference | May 13-15 Spend 1 day or 3 days at the FOSE conference and leave with actionable information, covering a broad spect...

The Aerospace Medical Association’s 2014 Annual Scientific Meeting will be held in San Diego, CA. This year’s theme is “Exploring the Frontiers of Aerospace Medicine Human Performance.” Based upon the responses to a survey provided at the end of the 84th Annual Scientific Meeting in Chicago, IL, our members indicated a need for more information in six major categories: 1) Human Performance/Human Factors, 2) Aerospace Me...

The world of easements may not be as impossible as you think. Here's what you need to know. Do not let the intimidating complexity of easements cause you anxiety. Whether you're looking to draft, comply or fight one, our local experts will give you the know-how to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Attend this seminar and get the practical easements information you won't find anywhere else. You will he...