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Decoding Agile Acquisition Frameworks with Jonathan Mostowski (Replay)
Are rules the biggest barrier to government procurement?In this replay episode, Jonathan Mostowski, a trailblazer in government procurement and co-author of the TechFAR Handbook, unpacks the truth…
Navigating Leadership & Contracting Success with Maj. Gen. Alice Treviño (Replay)
What if the biggest barrier to innovation in government contracting isn’t bureaucracy–but mindset?In this replay episode, Ryan Connell sits down with Major General Alice Treviño, Deputy Assistant…
How JRAC Delivers Urgent Innovation to Protect Warfighters in the Field with Major General Edward Vaughan
Military procurement is known for its slow, bureaucratic processes, but what if it didn’t have to be? In this week’s episode, Ryan Connell sits down with Major General Edward Vaughan to talk about…
Can AI Be Trusted to Evaluate Government Proposals?
Would you trust AI to review your proposals?AI is now streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and reducing bureaucratic roadblocks. Yet, while 80% of industry professionals use AI to draft…
Why Unclassified Data is the Secret to National Security Success with Sammy Semwangu
Approximately 99.5% of available data is unclassified. Yet, intelligence agencies often focus on the 0.5% that is classified. How can the U.S. government bridge this intelligence gap? In this week’s…
From Chaos to Control: Military Logistics’ New Cutting-Edge Solution with Mark Hammonds & Ryan Perez
Ever wonder why critical military resources get lost in the“fog of war”?In this week’s episode of Defense Mavericks, Ryan Connell sits down with Beowulf’s founders, Mark Hammonds and Ryan Perez, to…
MIT’s Breakthrough Formula for Startup Success with Gene Keselman
Balancing defense and commercial markets can be daunting, but today’s guest shares how the dual-use readiness model makes it easier for startups to thrive in both worlds. In this week’s episode, Ryan…
Exposing DoD’s Billion-Dollar Procurement Problem with Warren Katz
What if the DoD could be as agile as a tech startup? In this week’s episode of Defense Mavericks, Ryan Connell chats with Warren Katz, chairman of the Alliance for Commercial Technology in…
Adoption vs. Invention: The Truth About DoD’s Innovation Challenge with Josh Marcuse
The real challenge for the Department of Defense (DoD) isn’t coming up with innovations. The DoD has a long history of celebrated innovators and has invested billions of dollars in research and…
From Warfighter to Technologist: The Shocking Skill Soldiers Are Mastering with Cathleen Rush
Have you ever wondered how AI and robotics are transforming the military? This week, Ryan Connell speaks with Cathleen Rush, Deputy of the Office of ARSOF Autonomy–a newly formed office within the…
The Hard Truth About Startups in Defense Technology with Matthew Steckman
What does it take to build a thriving startup in defense technology? In the world of startups, chaos is constant. But in the defense sector? It’s chaos with billion-dollar stakes. In this week’s…
How AI is Helping Tradewinds Revolutionize Defense Acquisitions
Are rigid acquisition processes slowing down your innovative solutions? Tradewinds is here to change that. This week on Defense Mavericks, I’m joined by Stephanie Wilson, Kristina Botelho, and Tony…
The Untold Role of Networking in National Security and Innovation
Did you know the right network could be the DoD’s most powerful tool? In this week’s episode of Defense Mavericks, we’re joined by Jesse Levin, Executive Director of the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum…
How 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Military Logistics with Matt Pine
Imagine a Marine stranded on an island, needing a critical part to continue their mission. What if that essential part could be produced on the spot? In this week’s episode of Defense Mavericks, we…
Can Blockchain and AI End the Misinformation Crisis? With Nathan Manzotti
With deepfakes and misinformation on the rise, distinguishing truth from lies has never been more challenging. A recent Harvard paper stated how generative AI, like ChatGPT, is increasingly showing…
Why Smart GovCon Bidders Are Turning to AI with Alex Cohen
Can AI help you bid on more government contracts? In this week’s episode, Ryan Connell sits down with Alex Cohen, an AI expert and founder of GovPro AI. Alex is on a mission to help small and…
How Blockchain is Revolutionizing Manufacturing at AFRL with Keith Scheffler
This week, Ryan Connell is joined by Keith Scheffler from Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to discuss the role that blockchain plays in their manufacturing division. Keith dives into the…
Mastering SharePoint & Self-Branding with “Mr. SharePoint” Therman Trotman
This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Therman Trotman, a.k.a. "Mr. SharePoint," to talk about the powerful ways SharePoint can transform workflows and enhance team efficiency. Therman shares his…
Human-Centric Autonomy for Defense with Scott Sanders
This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Scott Sanders, Chief Growth Officer of Forterra, to talk about the advancements and challenges of integrating autonomous systems in defense and industrial…
Data Management & AI Readiness in Intelligence with Lori Wade
This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Lori Wade, Chief Data Officer for the Intelligence Community, to talk about the pivotal role of quality data in driving AI and emerging technologies in the IC.…
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