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Overview
A U.S. CONTRACTOR'S GUIDE TO RISK ASSESSMENT

This 1-day course will provide a common framework for risk assessment and how it can be applied to current and evolving compliance risk. Attendees will learn about the different types of risk, the concept of materiality, applications, law and rules, as well as what the DFARs says about risk. Topics will include:
 
-- How does risk matter to me? 
-- A Risk Framework:  COSO
-- Example Application (class-led)
-- Defining U.S. Government compliance risk
-- Designing Effective Internal Controls
-- Example Application (instructor led)
-- Current and Emerging Risks in USG Compliance
-- Monitoring  of U.S. Government Compliance

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 
 Contract professionals that work in accounting and cost functions, risk managers, compliance professionals, finance managers, finance directors, corporate counsel.

Learning Objectives: 
After completing this course, you will be able to:

•    Identify and reiterate the importance of  assessing risk
•    Recognize key concepts in risk assessment
•    Ability to set up risk assessment thresholds
•    Define and apply COSO and the five key components 
•    Design an effective internal control environment as it relates to DFARs and other regulatory standards
Dates/Locations
March 21, 2025
The Westin Tampa Waterside
Tampa, FL, United States
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May 9, 2025
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
La Jolla, CA, United States
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September 15, 2025
Planet Hollywood
Las Vegas, NV, United States
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November 4, 2025
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine (November)
La Jolla, CA
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Agenda
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Las Vegas Government Contracts Week
7:00- 8:00 am
Registration
 
8:00-10:15 am 
Defining U.S. Government compliance risk
Risk spectrum
Concept of materiality in compliance
A Risk Framework:  COSO
Common framework for understanding
10:15-10:30 am
Break
U.S. Government and commercial
Key Concepts
Example Application (instructor led)
DFARS Business Systems
Laws and Regulations
12:00- 1:00 pm
Lunch Break
 
Example Application (class-led)
Class identified risks 
Application of COSO 
Current and Emerging Risks in USG Compliance:  An Attorney’s Perspective
New rules and regulations
2:15- 2:30 pm
Break
New enforcement mechanisms 
Evolving trends/interpretations of the U.S. Government
Group Forum
 
Q&A
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
La Jolla, CA
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tampa, FL
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
San Diego Week (November)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
All Other Locations
Morning Session
·         How does risk matter to me? 
o   WHY does this matter to me and my job?
o   WHEN does this matter to me?
o   HOW does my company assess these risks today?
·         A Risk Framework:  COSO
o   Common framework for understanding
o   U.S. Government and commercial
o   Key Concepts
o   Monitoring benefits
·         Example Application (class-led)
o   Class identified risks
o   Application of COSO
·         Defining U.S. Government compliance risk
o   Terms and conditions, Laws and Regulations, etc.
o   Risk spectrum
o   Concept of materiality in compliance
 
Afternoon Session
·         Designing Effective Internal Controls
o   Preventive vs. detective
o   Key control identification
·         Example Application (instructor led)
o   DFARS Business Systems
o   Laws and Regulations
·         Current and Emerging Risks in USG Compliance
o   New rules and regulations
o   New enforcement mechanisms
o   Evolving trends/interpretations of the U.S. Government
·         Monitoring of U.S. Government Compliance
·         Group Forum

 

Experts
  • Giacomo Apadula
    Principal, National Leader Government Contract Consulting, RSM
    Giacomo is the National Leader of RSM’s Government Contract Consulting team which serves clients who operate in the Federal contracting and grantee market spaces on matters related to cost accounting, regulatory compliance, subcontract management, USG contract due diligence, ERP implementation...
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  • Cyndi Dunn
    Senior Director at RSM US LLP
    Cyndi currently serves her clients in the federal contracting and grantee spaces providing consulting on a vast range of issues including accounting systems design and compliance, contract management, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), FAR, CAS compliance, Service Contract Act (SCA) complia...
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  • John Hindman
    Director, RSM US LLP
    John is seasoned government contracting expert who assists contractors with regulatory compliance requirements throughout the government contract lifecycle. John works with government contract and grant recipients of all shapes and sizes and provides strategic advisory services to some of the larges...
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  • Zach Rockwood
    Manager, RSM US LLP
    Zach Rockwood provides Government audit assistance and consultation services to a variety of Government contracting entities. Zach has over 12 years’ experience in Government contracting including: Government Audit, Compliance Leader (medium and large contractors), Head of Internal Audit and G...
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CPE: Continuing Professional Education
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Delivery Method: Group-Live Classroom
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CPE Hours
This program is eligible for: 6 (CPE) hours of credit
Program Level: n/a
Program Prerequisite: n/a
Advance Preparation: n/a
Method: n/a
CLP: Continuous Learning Points
Approved for CLP by Defense Acquisition University
Defense Acquisition Workforce members must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) every two years from the date of entry into the acquisition workforce for as long as the member remains in an acquisition position per DoD Instruction 5000.66. We will provide you with documentation of points awarded for completing the event.
CLP Hours
This program is eligible for: 6 (CLP) hours of credit
CLE: Continuing Legal Education
States have widely varying regulations regarding MCLE credit. LegalEdcenter is an approved provider in AL, AK, AR, CA, GA, IL, ME, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, and WV. Credit may be applied for in other jurisdictions on request and in accordance with state MCLE rules.
Please note that because some states are changing their policy on CLE reporting, you will need to fill out the request for credit from Federal Publications Seminars within 10 business days, or we may not be able to issue credits for the program.
CLE Hours
This program is eligible for: 5.5 (60 minutes), (50 minutes)
Travel
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA, 92122
8585521234
Hotel & Room Block Info
There is a room block for this location. The rate is $259/night plus taxes. To reserve your room, click here.  Reservations under this room block must be made by April 11, 2025.

If you need additional assistance, please get in touch with the Hyatt at 877.803.7534.

Government Per Diem
There is a government per diem rate for this location. The rate is $194/night plus taxes. To make your reservations, please click here. Reservations under this room block must be made by April 11, 2025.
General Information
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine (November)
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA, 92122
8585521234
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location for the San Diego Week being held in November 2025. The rate is $249/night plus taxes. Resort fees are waved. Reservations must be made by October 11. 2025 (rooms subject to availability).

Click here to reserve your room for the November San Diego Government Contracts Week 2025.

General Information

FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served each day. 

** Please let us know about any dietary restrictions by contacting us at least two weeks before the event. **

Planet Hollywood
3667 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV, 89109
8669197472
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location. The rate is $104/night plus taxes. To reserve your room, click here. Reservations must be made by August 11, 2025.

Please note that upon booking your reservation, your credit card will be charged a deposit equal to the first night's room and tax. To avoid forfeiture of deposit, please ensure all changes and cancellations are made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date.

General Information
Food & Beverage
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.

 

The Westin Tampa Waterside
725 S Harbour Island Blvd
Tampa, FL, 33602
800-327-0363
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this hotel. The rate is $329/night plus taxes and resort fees. Click here to reserve your room. Reservations must be made by February 1, 2025.

Cancellations made within 48 hours of arrival will forfeit one night’s room and tax.

General Information

FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.

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