Welcome back to GovCon Unscripted! I’m your host, Chelsea Meggitt, and in this episode, I sit down with Chris Bennett, Director of Talent Acquisition at NTI and Vice President of Programs for the AFCEA Alamo Chapter. Chris shares his inspiring journey from a college football player to a leader in the federal contracting space, with no prior IT or military background.

We explore the role of AFCEA in fostering collaboration between government, industry, and academia, and discuss:

• How AFCEA Alamo’s events connect transitioning military members, students, and professionals with career opportunities.
• The value of networking in building a successful career in GovCon.
• Why San Antonio is becoming a hub for GovCon innovation and IT.

Chris also shares advice for professionals looking to join industry organizations like AFCEA and tips on how to make the most of these connections.

In This Episode:

[00:00] - Chelsea introduces Chris Bennett and the AFCEA Alamo Chapter.

[03:00] - Chris’s journey into GovCon and his passion for talent acquisition.

[06:30] - The importance of networking and building relationships in GovCon.

[10:00] - AFCIA’s role in bridging the talent gap in cybersecurity and IT.

[15:00] - Why San Antonio is an emerging GovCon hub and what makes it unique.

[20:00] - How to get involved with AFCEA and maximize the value of membership.

Links and Resources:

• Chelsea’s LinkedIn Profile
• Chris Bennett’s LinkedIn Profile
• AFCEA Alamo Chapter Website
• AFCEA Alamo LinkedIn Profile
• Namauu Technological & Industrial (NTI) LinkedIn Profile
• Namauu Technological & Industrial (NTI) Website