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VAO Executive Roundtable. March 24, 2026.
The invite-only VAO Executive Roundtable brings together senior acquisition leaders to discuss the priorities shaping federal acquisition, including modernization, common buying, and the practical use of AI. Grounded in real-world experience, the conversation will focus on simplifying complexity, strengthening decision-making, and building a more efficient acquisition environment.
Roundtable Agenda
Explore the discussions shaping federal acquisition, including modernization, common buying, leadership through change, and the practical use of AI.
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Wyeth Anderson, Unison, with Joanie Newhart, OFPP; Nick West, GSA; Olivia Bradley, Commerce
Federal acquisition leaders are balancing simplification, buying consolidation, workforce pressure, and rising expectations for accountability. This session explores how those priorities are being put into practice across the federal government.
David Kim, Unison, with Andrea Brandon, DOI; Mike Derrios, Baroni Center; Anna Nichols, CDAO
A candid look at how AI is actually showing up in federal acquisition today. Speakers will discuss what is working, what has stalled, and where leaders should focus next.
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Amanda Price, Unison, with Jennifer Johnson, Sonja Carion, and Quentin McCoy, HHS
HHS leaders will share lessons from federal acquisition system modernization and common buying across OPDIVs. The discussion will focus on governance, change management, and balancing standardization with mission needs.
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