On this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Lieutenant General (Retired) Omar Jones IV, former Commander of the Army Installation Management Command.

If you think installation management is just facilities, think again.

IMCOM oversees 104 Army installations across 39 states and 13 countries. That includes housing, utilities, childcare, airfields, training ranges, deployment infrastructure, police and fire services, and base operations. These are not just bases. They are cities.

Omar shares:

• How privatization transformed military housing

• Why installation resilience is now mission critical

• How shrinking resources and rising requirements are increasing risk

• Where AI, data analytics, and predictive systems must evolve

• Why industry opportunity over the next two to three years may be stronger than in decades

• The role of Corps of Engineers, MICC, and non appropriated fund contracting

• How installations are moving from gate security to multi domain defense

Omar’s message is clear. Requirements are rising. Budgets are flat. Risk is growing. And that creates opportunity for companies that can help the military become more resilient.

All statements of fact, opinion, or analysis expressed are those of the guest and do not reflect the official positions or views of the USG. Nothing in this episode should be construed as asseting or implying USG authentication of information or endorsement of the guest’s views.

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What does the future look like for Tribal 8As and entity-owned 8A companies?

On this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake sits down with Ryan Berry, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Warden Berry, to break down the administration’s “sledgehammer” approach to 8A oversight, the SBA audit wave, and what it means for Tribal 8As, ANCs, and NHOs.

Ryan explains why this moment is not just about politics or headlines, but about strategic compliance. He walks through the SBA data call, the surge in suspensions, and why larger entity-owned 8As will likely “double down” on compliance while smaller entrants may struggle to keep pace.

This is a must-listen for leaders operating in or alongside the 8A ecosystem.

00:02:16 – The “Sledgehammer” and the Administration’s Focus on 8A

24:32 – SBA Announces 15-Year 8A Audit

26:52 – The Data Call and Immediate Suspensions

32:24 – DOD’s $20M Line-by-Line Contract Review

36:58 – Tribal 8As Will “Double Down” on Compliance

42:04 – Will Direct Awards Slow Down?

48:33 – Three Years From Now: Fewer Players, Higher Barriers to Entry

52:15 – “Compliance Is Cheaper Than Non-Compliance”

Strategic compliance is no longer optional. It is a differentiator.

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In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Major General Adrian Reilly, Director of Ukraine Capabilities for the UK MOD, to unpack what comes next for NATO, Ukraine, and the global defense industrial base.From lessons learned on the battlefield in Ukraine to what Adrian calls NATO 3.0, this conversation explores how defense is shifting from dormant readiness to active recapitalization, integration, and growth.

This episode is essential viewing for leaders navigating defense, government contracting, industry investment, and allied security.

Key moments

• 25:00 Recapitalization of the defense industrial base

• 35:00 Ukraine’s role in shaping NATO’s future

• 53:00 NATO 3.0 and the next era of defense integration

• 54:30 One word for the future of GovCon

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In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Michael Siegl, former CENTCOM J4 and 57th Quartermaster General, to explore how logistics, technology, and industry partnerships will shape the next era of global conflict and competition.

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Mike brings nearly 30 years of experience transforming U.S. Army logistics, culminating in his role overseeing sustainment and force posture across the CENTCOM AOR. The conversation looks forward to what comes next for defense, industry, and the missions that matter most.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why contested logistics is becoming a strategic differentiator

• How AI and automation will reshape sustainment and decision making

• The rebalancing of CENTCOM force posture toward the Western Axis

• What industry consistently gets wrong about early collaboration

• Where real opportunity exists for government contractors over the next three years

This is a forward looking conversation for leaders operating at the intersection of defense, logistics, technology, and national security.

Key moments

• 02:30 Mike’s international upbringing and how it shaped his leadership worldview

• 07:10 Why logistics became his career focus and why it still matters more than most realize

• 12:05 The helicopter crash in Korea that reshaped his purpose and career trajectory

• 16:40 Leading logistics in Afghanistan and why simplicity wins in contested environments

• 20:15 Why the military historically underutilized industry during requirements development

• 23:40 AI, automation, and why bad data is the biggest risk to adoption

• 27:45 Logistics as a strategic offset rather than a vulnerability

• 31:10 How space and multi domain operations directly shape sustainment decisions

• 35:00 Contractor footprint reduction in CENTCOM and how missions are still being sustained

• 43:39 Rebalancing CENTCOM force posture toward the Western Axis and what comes next

• 46:20 The future role of industry partnerships in contested logistics

• 47:00 One word on the future of GovCon: Hopeful

In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Andrew MacWilliams to unpack how talent, partnerships, and shifting priorities are reshaping the government contracting landscape.Andrew shares his career path from background investigations to global recruiting operations and offers a grounded perspective on what has actually changed in GovCon and what has not.The conversation covers how budget growth, NATO alignment, AI adoption, and workforce dynamics are influencing where companies should focus next and how to position for the future.

Key moments:

00:01 – Why GovCon is changing now

04:15 – How Andrew entered the industry without a military background

10:55 – Forks in the road that shaped his career

19:20 – What really changed since 2015

21:49 – Budget growth and shifting priorities

27:15 – Talent challenges in today’s market

30:22 – Return to office vs remote work

33:33 – Looking ahead to 2028

36:07 – One word for the future of GovCon: Partnership

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What does it really take to bring cutting-edge technology into the intelligence community?

In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Joe Coffey, a former CIA senior executive from the Directorate of Science & Technology, to unpack how intelligence agencies adopt new technology, work with industry, and prepare for what comes next.

Joe shares insights from a 26-year career at the CIA, spanning overseas operations, advanced technology development, and senior leadership roles. The conversation explores how AI, quantum computing, and commercial innovation are reshaping intelligence work, why contracting in the IC is fundamentally different, and what companies need to understand before entering this space.

Key Topics Discussed

1. How the CIA evaluates and deploys new technology
2. Why partnership with industry is critical to mission success
3. The real barriers to entry in intelligence contracting
4. AI, quantum computing, and post-quantum security risks
5. What makes contractors successful inside highly classified environments

About the Guest

Joe Coffey is a former CIA career executive with deep experience in intelligence operations, advanced technology, and government–industry collaboration. He is also a Precision Expert, advising companies on how to navigate and engage the intelligence community effectively.

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Disclaimer: All statements of fact, opinion, or analysis expressed are those of the guest and do not reflect the official positions or views of the U.S. Government. Nothing in this episode should be construed as asserting or implying U.S. Government authentication of information or endorsement of the guest’s views.

00:00 – Joe Coffey’s path into the CIA

04:15 – Early responsibility and overseas operations

08:40 – Working with contractors inside the intelligence community

13:50 – Why most companies misunderstand IC contracting

19:30 – AI and data processing at scale

24:10 – Embedding with a major tech company

28:45 – Quantum computing and encryption risks

33:20 – What industry gets wrong about intelligence agencies

38:50 – The future of IC contracting

44:00 – One word to describe what comes next

2025 was not a normal year for government contracting.

In this bonus episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer walks through Precision Talent Solutions’ 2025 Year in Review, breaking down the most disruptive forces reshaping GovCon and what they signal for 2026.

Drawing on daily conversations with senior government leaders, flag officers, industry executives, and policymakers, Jake connects the dots across defense, homeland security, NATO, Europe, M&A, workforce shifts, and emerging acquisition priorities.

This episode is the Cliff Notes version of the full Year in Review report, designed to help leaders understand what happened, why it mattered, and where the market is heading next.

Key moments:

(00:00) Why 2025 was the most disruptive year since 2001

(01:23) How policy reversals reshaped the GovCon landscape

(02:48) Defense, homeland security, cyber, and the new priorities

(04:01) Precision Experts and the rise of fractional senior talent

(06:17) NATO, Europe, and the acceleration of allied defense spending

(07:45) GovTech consolidation and new acquisition pathways

(09:13) Army, Navy, Air Force, and major contingency programs

(12:25) Space, Golden Dome, and the future of defense technology

(14:40) DHS, State Department, and shifting civilian agency spend

(16:55) M&A trends and what to expect in 2026

(19:07) Why talent remains the decisive advantage in GovCon

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In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Sue Armstrong, a former senior executive at Department of Homeland Security, to unpack how DHS has evolved from a post 9 11 startup into a more integrated, joint enterprise and what that transformation means for government contracting.

Drawing on decades of experience across investigations, infrastructure protection, and interagency coordination, Sue shares how jointness inside DHS has reshaped requirements, contracting models, and public private partnerships. The conversation explores the early chaos of DHS stand up, the rise of sector partnerships, and why data integration and trust with industry now sit at the center of homeland security missions.

Jake and Sue also discuss what comes next for GovCon at DHS. From commercial solutions openings and OTAs to grants, state and local partnerships, and AI enabled decision making, this episode offers a grounded look at where opportunity is emerging and how industry can engage more effectively.

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What does the future of government contracting look like in an era of contested logistics and global competition?

In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with John Gastright, Senior Vice President at Amentum and Chairman of the International Stability Operations Association, to explore how industry, policy, and geopolitics intersect across the Indo Pacific and beyond.

From his early days in the Navy to senior leadership roles in government, industry, and think tanks, John brings a rare full spectrum perspective on how missions are executed today and how they must evolve for tomorrow. The conversation covers contested logistics, the role of industry in national security, the importance of alliances, and why the Indo Pacific will shape the next decade of GovCon.

(01:34) Who is John Gastright and how his career spans the Navy, government, and industry

(07:20) Why Indo Pacific security is the defining challenge of this generation

(12:13) From Capitol Hill to DynCorp and Amentum what industry really enables

(20:05) Why contested logistics are no longer just a Pacific problem

(23:05) Taiwan, China, and the strategic importance of the first island chain

(26:28) Why John returned for a second term as ISOA Chairman

(30:18) How industry and government collaborate through war gaming and planning

(36:11) What makes the ISOA Global Summit a must attend event

(47:02) How GovCon will change over the next three years

(50:24) One word that defines the future of the industry

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Episode 14: Kevin Plexico — The Data Behind the Chaos in GovCon

“Chaotic” may be the best word to describe GovCon right now.

In this episode of The Future of GovCon, Jake Frazer sits down with Kevin Plexico, SVP at Deltek and longtime leader behind GovWin, to unpack what is actually happening beneath the noise in government contracting.

From shutdowns and shifting policy priorities to AI, acquisition reform, and the long term outlook for defense and civilian spending, Kevin brings data driven clarity to one of the most disruptive periods the industry has seen in years.

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What we cover:

• Why 2025 feels different from past administration transitions

• What the data says about DHS, DoD, and civilian agency spending

• Terminated contracts and who was impacted most

• Small business pressure and the shrinking number of primes

• The “One Big Beautiful Bill” and what it unlocks for contractors

• AI’s real impact on GovCon, beyond the hype

• FAR reform, GSA consolidation, and acquisition flexibility

• Where growth will come from in 2026 and beyond

Chapters:

00:00 – Why “chaotic” defines GovCon right now

03:30 – Kevin’s path into GovCon and GovWin

09:15 – From floppy disks to web based GovCon intelligence

14:00 – AI in GovWin and proposal development

19:55 – 2025 spending trends and agency winners and losers

24:00 – Contract terminations and small business impact

29:00 – DHS, defense growth, and civilian agency pressure

33:00 – The One Big Beautiful Bill explained

38:30 – Acquisition reform, FAR changes, and GSA’s role

45:00 – Why fewer companies are priming in GovCon

50:00 – The future of small business and 8A pathways

56:00 – Space, defense priorities, and long term outlook

1:01:30 – One word to describe the future of GovCon

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Kevin Plexico: The Data Behind the Chaos in GovCon

“Chaotic” is probably the best word to describe GovCon right now.

In this episode of The Future of GovCon, I sit down with Kevin Plexico, SVP at Deltek and the mind behind GovWin, to break down what is actually happening in the market and where things are heading next.

From shutdowns and contract terminations to AI, acquisition reform, and the real implications of recent policy shifts, Kevin brings a clear, data backed perspective to one of the most turbulent periods the industry has seen.

If you are trying to make sense of where to invest, how to position your business, or what 2026 may look like, this episode is worth your time.

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