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GTPAC staffer elected to leadership of national organization

May 13, 2016 By Andrew Smith

The Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (APTAC) recently announced that Chuck Schadl, Group Manager of Government Contracting Services at the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, has been elected Region 4 Director of the Association.  APTAC’s Region 4 encompasses the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida and the territory of Puerto Rico.  At APTAC’s annual membership meeting on April 6, 2016, Schadl also was appointed Chair of the Association’s Communications Committee.  APTAC’s Board and Committees are comprised entirely of volunteers employed by member PTACs.

Chuck Schadl, Group Manager of Government Contracting Services at the Georgia Institute of Technology's Enterprise Innovation Institute. He is APTAC’s Region 4 Director and the Association’s Communications Chair.
Chuck Schadl, Group Manager of Government Contracting Services at the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Enterprise Innovation Institute. He is APTAC’s Region 4 Director and the Association’s Communications Chair.

In his role with Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, Schadl provides instruction and guidance to government contracting officials and business professionals on behalf of the Contracting Education Academy, an official equivalency training provider for the Defense Acquisition University.  Formerly the Program Manager of the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC), Schadl also continues to perform procurement counseling duties for the GTPAC, bringing to bear more than 40 years of experience in the government contracting field at both federal and local government levels.  He served as APTAC’s Vice President for Education from 2011 until taking the Region 4 post.  In 2014, he was honored with APTAC’s Betty McDonald Outstanding Member Achievement Award, the highest recognition the association bestows.

APTAC is the professional organization of and for the 97 Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) awarded under the Department of Defense’s Procurement Technical Assistance Program.  These PTACs, located across the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and the District of Columbia as well as the territories of Puerto Rico and Guam, help local businesses become capable government contractors, on the belief that a broad base of small business suppliers provides the highest quality and best value to our government agencies and at the same time creates a strong and vibrant economic base for our communities.  They assist small businesses by offering training events, bid-matching services, one-on-one sessions with a procurement counselor, notification of important contracting changes, help with understanding government contracting procedures and requirements, guidance in registering with the federal government, and much more.  They assist government agencies by locating and educating the contractors and potential contractors which can provide the products and services they need.

APTAC supports the PTACs by providing them critical updates on the ever changing procurement processes across all federal agencies,  comprehensive training opportunities and certification to ensure that PTAC staff can bring the highest level of capability to their work, networking forums so that PTAC professionals across the country can share best practices and draw upon their collective expertise, and a national presence to collaborate with federal agencies on small business contracting initiatives and otherwise provide a voice  in national government contracting assistance and policy arenas.  The work of APTAC is carried out by a cadre of dedicated volunteers, all of whom are procurement professionals employed by member PTACs, and supported by a small administrative staff.

For More Information, contact:
APTAC headquarters at communication@aptac-us.org    APTAC website:  www.aptac-us.org

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: APTAC, DLA, GTPAC, leadership, PTAC

Contractors group picks ex-Pentagon logistics exec as chief

March 7, 2016 By Andrew Smith

The 400-member Professional Services Council on Tuesday announced that it has selected David Berteau, onetime assistant secretary of Defense for logistics and materiel readiness, as its new president.

Professional Services Council - PSCEffective March 28, Berteau will replace Stan Soloway, another Pentagon veteran who left the contractors group in December after 15 years to launch a consulting firm called Celero Strategies LLC.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead such a respected organization in the fields of government technology and professional services,” Berteau said. “Stan Soloway did a great job growing and improving the Council. I’m eager to build on those accomplishments and to promote an open and competitive federal marketplace in which government benefits from the best solutions that industry has to offer.”

Keep reading this article at: http://www.govexec.com/contracting/2016/03/contractors-group-picks-ex-pentagon-logistics-exec-chief/126316

Filed Under: Contracting News Tagged With: DLA, DoD, leadership, PSC, service contracts

Applications for SBA’s “Emerging Leaders” program now open

January 29, 2014 By ei2admin

What is Emerging Leaders?

The Emerging Leaders is an intensive training initiative to accelerate high-potential small businesses’ growth in America’s inner-cities. This comprehensive curriculum provides the tools to catapult participating companies to the next level and help them emerge as growing, self-sustaining businesses in their community.  In Atlanta, the Emerging Leaders initiative is supported by a coalition of local economic and business development entities.

What does the Emerging Leaders advanced training entail?

Over seven months, participants are required to participate in approximately 60-80 hours of classroom instruction, generally two three-hour sessions per month. The method used is primarily instructor-facilitated discussion of the training curriculum. Outside subject matter experts are included as guest speakers to bring a “real world” perspective. Additionally, class participants meet and work in smaller CEO Peer Mentoring Groups for an additional 15-20 hours during the training period.

Topics/subjects include:

  • Business & Leadership Assessment
  • Finances
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Business Development Resources
  • Growth Action Plan

Eligibility and Requirements

The Emerging Leaders advanced training series is open to the President, Managing Partner, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, or Chief Operating Officer of small businesses that:

  • Are located in Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, and Rockdale counties
  • Have been in active operation at least three years
  • Have generated for the past three years an average annual revenue of at least $400,000 not to exceed $10,000,000
  • Have at least one employee besides the owner(s)

In order to successfully complete and graduate from the program, participants must not have more than two unexcused absences from classroom or CEO Peer Mentoring Group sessions. They must also prepare and give a 15-minute presentation at the last class session on a three-year strategic growth plan for their business developed from their learning experience before a panel of business and economic development experts.

There will be up to fifteen small businesses accepted for the 2014/Emerging Leaders program. This program is provided at NO COST to participants.

For more information, please contact SBA’s Dorothy Atkins (404) 331-0100 ext. 305 or Charlotte Johnson, (404) 331-0100 ext. 405.  Formal “Expressions of Interest” to participate must be received by midnight, March 21, 2014.  The 2014 Emerging Leaders class begins on April 21, 2014.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: business development, capacity, growth, leadership, marketing, SBA, training

Leadership is featured topic at May 20th Business Excellence Network Meeting

May 6, 2011 By ei2admin

Nothing happens without leadership.  It is the single most universal skill in life.

On Friday, May 20, 2011, from 9:00 am until noon, Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute will conduct a no-cost training and networking event focusing on how military leadership can be applied to the civilian world.  Featured speakers also will explore the classic building blocks of leadership and provide tools for applying leadership at any level of an organization.

Here are details:

  • “Military Leadership Techniques Applied to Civilian Enterprise” – Two former military officers will recount their collective experiences as they relate to current challenges and opportunities in the civilian world.   What is it that makes the military so successful in some things and how can the very best practices In the uniformed services be adapted to serve us as civilians?   These and other topics will be addressed by this revealing presentation. Speakers: Chip Beckham is a former Navy helicopter pilot with ship-based deployments in anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue and logistics.  He now works overseeing quality growth at Nordson Corporation, a world-wide manufacturer of adhesive and coating dispensing equipment. Bernie Flank is a former Navy diver with a vast array of experience in salvage diving and small unit military operations.  He currently works in network architecture design and deployment at AT & T.
  • “Building your Leadership Potential” – This is an engaging presentation on the classic building blocks of leadership. We’ll discuss how character, clarity, communication, and credibility constitute the four pillars of leadership, and provide tools for building leadership potential at any level of an organization. Topics will include development of a personal values statement, organizational vision, improving powers of clarity, building credibility through charisma, storytelling as a communication strategy, and many more. Speaker: Craig Cochran has assisted countless companies become more competitive. His books include practical guides on quality, continual improvement, customer loyalty, and problem solving. Craig has spent the last few months fine tuning his approach to leadership and is excited about sharing it.

This event is free, but you must pre-register to attend.   To register, please click this link and enter the requested information: http://gamep.org/?page_id=1329.

This event will take place at the GTRI Auditorium at 250 14th Street, Atlanta. This is the building right beside Georgia Public Broadcasting on 14th Street. You can’t miss it. Parking is free inside the parking deck. Your internet mapping programs (such as Mapquest) and your GPS devices will accurately guide you to 250 14th Street.

 

 

Filed Under: Georgia Tech News Tagged With: innovation, leadership, training

Interested in hiring a GT student or grad?

January 3, 2010 By ei2admin

Many companies are interested in recruiting and hiring Georgia Tech students, especially in the areas of engineering, architecture, information technology, and business.

Here are links to resources which provide details on advertising your jobs:

  • “Career Buzz” is Georgia Tech’s official site where employers can post job opportunities that GT students and recent grads can access.  Employers can register to post jobs at: https://gatech-csm.symplicity.com/employers/?signin_tab=0&PHPSESSID=0c33e632576b684392d4c59219995936
  • The Georgia Tech Alumni Association also maintains a job posting service for its members.  The second paragraph at http://www.gtalumni.org/s/1481/alumni/index.aspx?sid=1481&gid=21&pgid=681&cid=1485&ecid=1485&crid=0&calpgid=641&calcid=1472 tells employers how to post job opportunities for Georgia Tech alumni.

Filed Under: Georgia Tech News Tagged With: hiring, leadership, recruiting

8 stories to keep watching in 2010

December 11, 2009 By ei2admin

Each year, there are big important stories, and few would argue with our picks for 2009.

But we highlight these particular stories not only for the immediate impact they had but also for the lasting influence they continue to exercise.

In essence, these stories aren’t over. They will keep people talking and make headlines in 2010 and beyond.

— Nick Wakeman

1. Obama sets sights on procurement reform
The economy and Iraq were at the top of the agenda when the Obama administration took over the White House Jan. 20. But when the Office of Management and Budget released memos outlining the administration’s procurement goals, it was obvious that contracting also was very much a priority.

The memos and guidance that followed have set forth goals that affect outsourcing, picking which type of contract to use, categorizing work as inherently governmental and determining conflicts of interest.

Although industry experts at organizations such as the Professional Services Council have said that the direction coming from the White House is reasonable and reflects good procurement principles, the jury is still out on how individual agencies will apply those principles.

2. Beware of government poachers
The rising number of contractor employees being recruited to work at government agencies has sparked complaints from industry.

There have been reports of agencies having lists of contractor employees they want to hire. In some cases, agencies have used job pitches that incorporate economic fears, such as claiming that there are plans to cancel contracts, leaving the contract employee without a job.

Questions also have been raised about the ethics of hiring contractor employees. The government should follow the same rules industry does when it hires a government person, some say.

3. M&A continues to remake the market
Two major hardware players — Dell Inc. and Xerox — made large deals that involve services companies with significant government business. Dell acquired Perot Systems, picking up an outsourcing and systems integration business. Xerox went after Affiliated Computer Services Inc.

Dell said it already had a large services business that supports its products, but Perot will bring higher-end work in areas such as education and health care.

For Xerox, ACS brings business process outsourcing capabilities on programs such as Medicaid and Medicare. ACS also will gain a broader international footprint.

The third big deal of the year was Northrop Grumman’s decision to sell TASC. They were forced into the deal because of tougher organizational conflict-of-interest rules.

TASC is being bought by equity groups General Atlantic and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Co. Because of its size, which limits potential buyers, TASC could be headed toward an initial public offering in the coming years. It could become a long-term independent player in the market.

4. GSA under a leadership vacuum
This was one of the sadder chapters of the past year. Martha Johnson, who sailed through the confirmation process at the committee level, now sits and waits.

Using the Senate’s arcane rules to his advantage, Sen. Kit Bond (R-Mo.) has put a hold on a full Senate vote on Johnson’s nomination. He wants assurances that a federal office building will be built in downtown Kansas City.

The timing is poor because Johnson’s nomination was hailed by many inside and outside GSA as just what the agency needed to continue its comeback as an efficient contracting partner for the rest of government.

In a time when the highest levels of government are pushing a variety of procurement initiatives, the lack of an administrator at GSA works against the best interests of the government.

5. Growing acceptance of cloud computing
As vendors address security concerns, it has become harder for agencies to deny the benefits of cloud computing, such as trimming costs, adding new services and increasing capacity.

No one expects an agency to put everything on the cloud, and a public cloud might not be the answer for many agencies. But the tide has turned in favor of cloud computing.

A big reason is the high-level support of White House officials such as Vivek Kundra, who, with the General Services Administration, opened a cloud computing storefront for agencies to easily purchase cloud services.

Many of the large systems integrators also have begun embracing the cloud as a line of business.

6. Contract protests
During the past few years, contract protests on losing bids have moved from being an unfavorable tactic to a common business tactic.

The huge Alliant contract was delayed nearly a year because of protests. GSA’s solution eventually was to award nearly all bidders a spot on the multiple-award contract.

The current poster child for protests is the Transportation Security Administration’s Information Technology Infrastructure Program. It was hit by protests at the downselect stage, and TSA let all bidders back in. More protests followed when TSA awarded the contract to Computer Sciences Corp.

Work on ITIP is on hold until the dispute is resolved.

One factor that breeds more protests, industry observers say, is that companies face little to no consequences for protesting. So why not protest?

7. Leadership changes
Two of the largest government contractors in the market will see leadership transitions in the coming year.

At General Dynamics Corp., Nicholas Chabraja turned over the chief executive title to Jay Johnson July 1. In May 2010, he will relinquish the chairman’s title.

Ken Dahlberg is following a similar path at Science Applications International Corp. Walter Havenstein became CEO in September, and in June 2010, Dahlberg will turn over the chairman’s role.

Both companies have planned transitions, but new leadership will undoubtedly bring new initiatives and goals for the companies.

8. Farewell, EDS
Hewlett-Packard erased one of the most storied names in the government and commercial markets this year when it dropped the EDS brand in favor of HP Enterprise Services.

EDS, known originally as Electronic Data Systems, was one of the creators of the market for outsourced IT services, particularly data centers. The name survived for 47 years, including a stint of ownership by General Motors.

But there are a lot of reasons for the change, such as creating a single company culture and presenting a single face to the market.

Dropping the name EDS also signaled that integration of the acquisition was over. It’s now time for the billions spent to start paying off.

Filed Under: Contracting News Tagged With: cloud, contract protests, GSA, leadership, outsourcing, procurement reform

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