2025 Tampa Federal Govt Contracting Forum VIRTUAL

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March 19, 2025

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Welcome to the 2025 Tampa Federal Government Contracting Forum, an exclusive one-day event held as part of the 2025 Tampa Government Contracts Weeklong Conference.

This dynamic forum is designed to provide federal contracting professionals with the latest insights and updates impacting all facets of government contracting. The day will feature keynote speakers, interactive roundtable discussions, a luncheon and valuable networking opportunities.

Key Topics Covered:

DCAA and Audits: Learn about the latest audit trends and compliance updates.
Small/Medium Business Outlook: Discover opportunities and challenges facing small and medium-sized contractors.
Partnerships & Teaming Agreements: Explore effective strategies for teaming and forming partnerships in the federal space.
Agency and Policy Trends: Stay ahead of emerging trends and policies affecting civilian and DoD contractors.
Cybersecurity Update: Gain critical updates on cybersecurity regulations and practices essential for government contractors.

Why Attend?

Stay Informed: Receive the most up-to-date information on federal contracting and industry trends.
Engage with Experts: Hear from leading organizations and expert speakers specializing in tracking and analyzing the federal marketplace.
Expand Your Network: Connect with peers, ask questions, and share experiences in an interactive setting.
Enhance Your Knowledge: Supplement your forum experience by attending additional FPS classroom programs led by highly regarded instructors from Monday through Friday.
Meet Industry Leaders: Engage with key industry figures who closely monitor and influence policies, regulations, and developments across civilian and defense agency contracting.

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Course Schedule

Mar 19

2025 Tampa Federal Government Contracting Forum - Live Virtual Course March 2025

Agenda

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast and Registration

8:15 AM Opening Keynote - Session 1 (60 Minutes) –
Legislative and Regulatory Updates: New Administration, New Direction.
We will discuss the latest on Executive Orders, the impact of DOGE on contracting, NDAA for FY25, FAR/DFAR rules, CAS guidance and other relevant reports.
Presented by Deltek & RSM
Tara Cannon, Product Marketing Manager, Deltek
Tom Reynolds, Partner, HKA
Avani Rao, Manager, HKA
Jalaj Haryani, Senior Associate, HKA

9:15 AM Session 2 (60 Minutes) -
DCAA/DCMA/Audits and Compliance (tentative)
Presented by J.A. White & Associates & RSM
John Hindman, Director, RSM US LLP
Randy Shelby, VP of Customer Success, J.A. White & Associates

10:15 AM Break

10:30 AM Session 3 (60 Minutes) -
In Focus: Contract Terminations
Are Terminations for Convenience on the horizon? With the new administration and the targeting of costs via DOGE, the contracting community may see a shift in procurement needs including terminating certain contracts. How does that impact your current contracts and what recourse do you have to recover costs?
Presented by Baker Tilly
Noah Leiden, Partner, CPA, Baker Tilly

12:00 AM Networking Lunch

1:00 PM Luncheon Keynote - Session 4 (60 Minutes)
New Administration, New Landscape: Things Government Contractors Must Consider for a Successful Year.
Presented by Deltek
Tara Cannon, Product Marketing Manager, Deltek

1:45 PM Session 5 (60 Minutes)
Understanding CUI as a Contractor
Presented by McCarter & English & Fathom Cyber
Alex Major, Partner, McCarter & English, LLP
James Goepel, CEO & General Counsel, Fathom Cyber

2:30 PM Break

2:45 PM Session 6 (60 Minutes)
Cybersecurity and CMMC Roundtable
Presented by C3 Integrated Solutions, Proviti, ForvisMazars, Holland & Knight & McCarter & English
Alex Major, Partner, McCarter & English, LLP
Bill Walter, Managing Director (CPA), Forvis Mazars
Jon Bierer, Compliance Services Manager, C3 Integrated Solutions
Eric Crusius, Partner, Holland & Knight
Perry Keating, Managing Director and President, Protiviti Government Services (Pro Gov)

3:45 PM Session 7 (60 Minutes)
False Claims and Cybersecurity Related Challenges
False Claims related to cybersecurity compliance is a growing concern as organizations who are required to show they have cyber controls in place are finding they may be a target not just of bad actors but also of whistleblowers. FCA cases are on the rise. Baker Hostetler will discuss these cases and lessons learned that you can apply in your organization.
Presented by BakerHostetler
Todd Canni, Partner, BakerHostetler
Stephen Ruscus, Partner, BakerHostetler

4:30 PM Networking Reception

Experts

Tara Cannon

Product Marketing Manager, Deltek

Tara Cannon is a Product Marketing Manager at Deltek for the Costpoint Product Line, Deltek’s flagship Enterprise Resource Planning tool for Government Contractors. She brings her 18 years of experience working for both small and large firms in the Aerospace and Defense Industry to Deltek&rsqu...

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Tom Reynolds

Partner, HKA

Tom Reynolds is a Partner in HKA’s Government Contracts Practice in Washington, D.C. Tom is a forensic accountant and CPA with 20 years of experience helping government contractors navigate the complex government contracting compliance rules and regulations. Tom has provided government contrac...

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Avani Rao

Manager, HKA

Avani Rao is a Manager in HKA's Washington, D.C. office, with a focus on the government contracts practice. Avani has performed accounting, financial, and economic analyses in a variety of matters that center around cost, schedule, and damages analyses, as well as other dispute and compliance re...

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Jalaj Haryani

Senior Associate Consultant, HKA

Jalaj Haryani is a Senior Associate Consultant in HKA’s Chicago office, with a focus on the Government Contracts Practice. Jalaj has performed accounting, financial, and economic analyses in a variety of matters that include damages claims, investigations, and government contracting regulatory...

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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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Randy Shelby

VP of Customer Success, J.A. White & Associates

Mr. Shelby has over nineteen years of Government Contracting experience at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).

With a focus on Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) for the last thirteen years, Randy conducted CPSR's as a procurement analyst, managed CPSR teams, and ove...

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Noah Leiden

Partner, CPA, Baker Tilly

Noah Leiden has been with Baker Tilly since 2010. He has worked in government contracting consulting since 1991 serving manufacturing, engineering, professional services, information and communications, healthcare, higher education, and not-for-profit organizations. Noah has extensive experience pro...

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Alexander Major

Partner, McCarter & English, LLP

Mr. Major is a partner and co-leader of the firm’s Government Contracts & Export Controls Practice Group. Mr. Major focuses his practice on federal procurement, cybersecurity liability and risk management, and litigation. A prolific author and thought leader in the area of cybersecurity, h...

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James Goepel

CEO & General Counsel, Fathom Cyber

James (“Jim”) Goepel is the CEO and General Counsel of Fathom Cyber. Jim earned his JD and LLM degrees from George Mason University and his BSECE from Drexel University. Jim has deep knowledge of technology, cybersecurity, data privacy, compliance, and the law.

Jim has served as...

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Bill Walter

Managing Director (CPA), Forvis Mazars

Bill has four decades of experience in the government contracting industry. Prior to joining the firm, Bill was an auditor for the Defense Contract Audit Agency and also held executive-level positions with ono of the largest service providers to the U.S. Department of Defense. Bill’s extensive...

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Jon Bierer

Compliance Services Manager, C3 Integrated Solutions

Jon Bierer serves as the Compliance Services Manager for C3 Integrated Solutions, bringing over 20 years of specialized experience in cybersecurity and compliance management. With certifications including CISM, CGRC, and Lead Certified CMMC Assessor (Lead CCA), Jon has developed a comprehensive unde...

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Eric Crusius

Partner, Holland & Knight

Eric, a Partner at Holland & Knight specializing in Government Contracts, Internet/Technology Law, and representing businesses of all shapes and sizes, was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star. This honor is only given to the top 2.5% of attorneys who meet certain criteria. Eric has appeared as a g...

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Perry Keating

Managing Director and President, Protiviti Government Services (Pro Gov)

Perry Keating is the Managing Director and President of Protiviti Government Services (Pro Gov), with over 30 years of experience in business and service with the government and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

Perry’s technical expertise includes protecting government data, system...

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Todd Canni

Partner, BakerHostetler

As Co-Chair of the firm’s national Government Contracts team, Todd Canni is entrusted by government contractors to resolve their most
important “bet-the-company” government contracts matters and unexpected “crisis” events. Indeed, his success for clients earned
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Stephen E. Ruscus

Partner, BakerHostetler

As Co-Leader of both the firm’s Government Contracts and Aerospace and Defense Industry teams, Stephen Ruscus has more than 30 years of experience and a wealth of knowledge about the rules and regulations that drive the government contracts industry. Stephen provides exceptional day-to-day cou...

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