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GovCon Exec Forum: November 7, 2025
GovCon firms are being challenged to compete like never before. To win, they must be faster, leaner, and more efficient, delivering outcomes that drive measurable value for both customers and shareholders.
For CEOs, that means focusing on growth, efficiency, and strategic positioning while minimizing distractions that do not add value. This urgency is heightened by the new administration’s evolving priorities, tightening budgets, and the growing demand for impact-driven solutions, alongside the rapid advance of AI that is reshaping every corner of the market.
The firms that strengthen operational discipline, invest in efficiency, and plan for long-term value creation today will be the ones positioned to lead tomorrow.
This forum is designed exclusively for C-level executives and will deliver practical insights on how to:
• Run leaner, smarter, and stronger organizations
• Balance short-term efficiency with long-term enterprise value
• Prepare for M&A well before an exit is on the horizon
OrangeSlices AI is bringing together GovCon leaders, investors, and advisors for an online discussion that explores both sides of the efficiency equation: how to streamline operations for growth and how to position for value creation in a changing market.
Featured Speakers - GovCon CEOs
Some of the most respected leaders in the market will share what it takes to lead through change, sustain growth, and stay ahead in a competitive environment.
• Mehul Sanghani, CEO, Octo (acquired by IBM)
• Bryon Kroger, CEO and Founder, Rise8
• Gautam Ijoor, CEO, Alpha Omega
Industry Perspectives
These industry voices will bring practical insights on how firms can optimize operations, manage risk, and drive value through stronger financial and strategic alignment.
• Matt Vean, Vice President | Commercial Relationship Manager | Aerospace, Defense and Government Services, JP MorganChase
• Marty Brennan, SVP & Managing Director, Transaction Advisory Services, Deep Water Point & Associates (DWPA)
• Eric Mothershead, Senior Partner, Baldwin Group
• Ted Rose, President and CEO, Rose Financial
M&A and Strategic Advisors
Top M&A experts will provide perspective on current market trends, what drives valuations, and how executives can position now for success in the next wave of GovCon consolidation.
• Sharon Heaton, CEO & Founder, sbLiftOff
• Adam McNair, GovCon Advisor, FedTrends
• Sarah Djamshidi, President & Managing Partner, Speedshift Advisors
• Naina Leo, President & Founder, Mosaic Technologies
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By orangeslicesGovCon firms are being challenged to compete like never before. To win, they must be faster, leaner, and more efficient, delivering outcomes that drive measurable value for both customers and shareholders.
For CEOs, that means focusing on growth, efficiency, and strategic positioning while minimizing distractions that do not add value. This urgency is heightened by the new administration’s evolving priorities, tightening budgets, and the growing demand for impact-driven solutions, alongside the rapid advance of AI that is reshaping every corner of the market.
The firms that strengthen operational discipline, invest in efficiency, and plan for long-term value creation today will be the ones positioned to lead tomorrow.
This forum is designed exclusively for C-level executives and will deliver practical insights on how to:
• Run leaner, smarter, and stronger organizations
• Balance short-term efficiency with long-term enterprise value
• Prepare for M&A well before an exit is on the horizon
OrangeSlices AI is bringing together GovCon leaders, investors, and advisors for an online discussion that explores both sides of the efficiency equation: how to streamline operations for growth and how to position for value creation in a changing market.
Featured Speakers - GovCon CEOs
Some of the most respected leaders in the market will share what it takes to lead through change, sustain growth, and stay ahead in a competitive environment.
• Mehul Sanghani, CEO, Octo (acquired by IBM)
• Bryon Kroger, CEO and Founder, Rise8
• Gautam Ijoor, CEO, Alpha Omega
Industry Perspectives
These industry voices will bring practical insights on how firms can optimize operations, manage risk, and drive value through stronger financial and strategic alignment.
• Matt Vean, Vice President | Commercial Relationship Manager | Aerospace, Defense and Government Services, JP MorganChase
• Marty Brennan, SVP & Managing Director, Transaction Advisory Services, Deep Water Point & Associates (DWPA)
• Eric Mothershead, Senior Partner, Baldwin Group
• Ted Rose, President and CEO, Rose Financial
M&A and Strategic Advisors
Top M&A experts will provide perspective on current market trends, what drives valuations, and how executives can position now for success in the next wave of GovCon consolidation.
• Sharon Heaton, CEO & Founder, sbLiftOff
• Adam McNair, GovCon Advisor, FedTrends
• Sarah Djamshidi, President & Managing Partner, Speedshift Advisors
• Naina Leo, President & Founder, Mosaic Technologies