Givers of GovCon

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Jeremy Fremin, CEO of Praescient Analytics, who is involved with clean up, repair and recovery activities in Southwest Florida following Hurricane Ian. Ian made landfall on Sept. 28 with 150 mph sustained winds as a strong Category 4 hurricane, and caused major flooding, damage, destruction and unfortunately, even loss of life. Fremin sits on the community board for a barrier island in SW Florida where he is closely and personally connected.He shares with us first-hand accounts of the damages in the area, the challenges barrier islands faced right after the hurricane and stories of the local community coming together in the wake of destruction. Fremin also talks about how he was able to help from afar when he couldn't yet access North Captiva Island, and how others around the country can do the same. Below are links to various organizations and donation sites to help recovery and relief efforts in Southwest Florida:Donate to Recovery Efforts with the American Red Cross Donate to Recovery Efforts through the Upper Captiva Civic AssociationPurchase the North Captiva Recipe Book Which Helps UCCA Raise Funds for Island Initiatives  Donate Needed Items Through the UCCA Amazon RegistrySupport the Upper Captiva Fire and RescueBuy a "North Captiva Strong" T-Shirt To Support North Captiva Island Workers' Rebuilding Efforts

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with  Trish Manghelli, senior contracts negotiator for Arcfield's space and mission engineering sector, about her personal passions for giving back to the military community and those impacted by disasters. A former Marine herself, Manghelli volunteers with Honor Flight Chicago, the United Service Organization, the Marine Corps Museum and Team Rubicon. Tune in to hear about her various work with these organizations, and heartfelt stories of volunteerism that have stuck with her for years. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Christine "Chrissy" Cocrane, vice president of management consulting at LMI, about her involvements on the Junior Achievement of Greater Washington Associate Leadership Council and the George C. Marshall Center Business Council. Cocrane talks about the importance of networking in your career and how these organizations provide a sense of community and networking opportunities. She also shares her passion for bringing leadership and entrepreneurial teachings to youth early on. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Anne Choate, executive vice president of energy, environment and infrastructure at ICF, and head of ICF's climate and environmental work. Choate shares why she's so passionate about climate change awareness and conservation, and the work she's doing with The Nature Conservancy (Pennsylvania) board and the National Academies of Science/Transportation Research Board.  Choate also mentions a Nature Conservancy graphic of the “biodiversity superhighway” and how the species will need to adapt along corridors of protected land as they respond to changes in climate. The graphic shows the NE corridor that follows the Appalachian trail and the importance of the work the Nature Conservancy is doing along the Kittatinny Ridge in Pennsylvania. 

In this timely installment of "Givers of GovCon" as May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we chat with Accenture Federal Services' Shawn Roman about his involvement with the Boulder Crest Foundation, why he feels strongly about supporting the wellness of veterans and their families, and how it relates to his work at Accenture. We're also joined by the foundation's founder and chairman Ken Falke, who shares more about the mission behind Boulder Crest and his personal passion for spreading awareness on PTSD and other emotional wounds veterans face. 

This week, Camille Tuutti talks with ICF's Mark Lee about his family's North Carolina-based nonprofit HeartWorks. The organization works to provide a better base for children growing up in Pamlico County, through after-school programs, affordable daycare, grants and other initiatives. Lee also shares about the scholarship program he and his wife set up for graduate students focused on maternal and child health, to honor Lee's mother who has always been passionate about work in this area.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Julian Setian, president and CEO of SOSi, about the company's philanthropic program and the various organizations it supports. Setian is personally heavily invested in and involved with the PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneurship program, and with SOSi, is providing mentorship for veteran entrepreneurs and connecting them with potential investors. Plus,  hear how SOSi is sponsoring Fight for Children Honors. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Kirk Windmueller, senior manager for business development for Avantus Federal, and retired Green Beret and Army veteran with over 22 years of service. Windmueller shares the challenges veterans face when transitioning out of service, why  he volunteers for Project Transition USA and how he helped find Operation Recover. Plus, learn about how Avantus Federal is supporting the cause with a very important moving showing and charity event. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Seán Morris,  chief operating officer with Deloitte, as he leads the company's efforts to raise awareness around human trafficking. Morris feels strongly about supporting the eradication of forced labor and modern-day slavery, and together with Deloitte, is working with anti-human trafficking nonprofits,  hosting awareness events and more. Tune in to hear more about the background behind these efforts, and how Deloitte has been selected to participate in SXSW to discuss anti-human trafficking and the future of work.  

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," Camille Tuutti sits down with Tammy McChain, senior vice president of federal health and civilian at NTT DATA, who shares her work with The Children's Inn at NIH and how her grandmother's lending hand influenced McChain's desire to give back. McChain also chats about her love for rescue dogs — and how a small terrier from a shelter healed her heartbreak.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Brian McHugh, ManTech's senior vice president for external affairs and chief of staff to ManTech's president and CEO. McHugh is heavily involved in ManTech's philanthropic efforts and leads the company's Community Services Committee, which fosters a culture of servant leadership. Tune in to hear how employees came together during the pandemic to launch a grass roots charitable giving effort that turned into a $2 million charitable giving and matching program.   

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Terrianne Lord, a managing director with Accenture Federal Services and a Howard University alumni, about how the company is doubling down on its commitment to HBCUs and partnering with Howard University. Tune in to learn how AFS is equipping the next generation of talent with future-ready skills. And in honor of Black History Month, watch AFS'  Power Your Purpose video on the Howard University Hackathon.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," Camille Tuutti chats with David Egts, chief technologist for public sector at Red Hat, about the scholarship program he and his wife founded for young women pursuing computer science degrees. Egts also shares why it's important to support women in tech, the biggest challenge for young men and women alike in this industry, and how he helped cultivate his daughter Lauren's passion and interest for technology.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Chris Oliver, CEO of ID Technologies, to learn about the company's partnership with the non-profit Catch A Lift Fund and the impact it has on the veteran community and employees. The organization helps combat wounded veterans regain their mental and physical health,  and ID Technologies feels believes strongly in its mission and giving back to those who serve.  

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Fog Hahn, executive vice president of the strategic growth organization at Amentum. Hahn talks about Amentum's partnership with Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic and Operation Dream Maker, and how they're granting dreams to children of military families with medical conditions.  As a veteran himself, Hahn shares how the regular stresses of military life are amplified by a serious illness in the family, and why this effort is particularly important. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," we chat with Melissa Dueñas, who serves as senior vice president of marketing and communications at Leidos and oversees all of Leidos' community and charitable efforts. Dueñas dives into Leidos' four key supporting areas of STEM education, national security personnel, basic needs and wellness, and ethics and leadership. Plus, she shares the stories of why and how Leidos got involved with certain organizations.   

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," Karen Britton, vice president of communications and marketing and chief digital officer for LMI, shares why she's passionate about giving back and her role overseeing all of LMI's philanthropic efforts.  Tune in to learn about the four pillars of LMI's corporate citizenship and philanthropy engagements, and how the company is supporting community-based missions. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," Rocky Thurston, president of Peraton's Citizen Security and Public Services sector, shares why he's passionate about sitting on the leadership of the American Heart Association's Greater Washington Region Heart Walk. Tune in to learn how employees are also getting involved, and why others should join Peraton in supporting healthy living. 

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon,"  Mark Testoni, CEO of SAP National Security Services, shares how the company is scaling its STEM outreach initiative, NS2 Inspires, to bring more opportunities to kids in lower socioeconomic communities. Plus, he talks about NS2 Serves, the company's post-9/11 veteran IT training and employment program.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon," former president and CEO of ARRAY and longtime industry executive Sumeet Shrivastava shares his personal passion for and dedication to STEM education. Shrivastava sits on the board of the Northern Virginia Children's Science Center, and holds various engagements with his alma mater, George Mason University. Tune in to learn how Shrivastava's upbringing drives him to create educational pathways for people who might not otherwise have access to them.

In this episode of "Givers of GovCon,"  Bruce Caswell, president and CEO of Maximus, and John Boyer, a longtime Maximus member and current chairman of the Maximus Foundation Board of Directors, discuss how the company gives back to the communities it serves. Tune in to learn all about the Maximus Foundation, its partners, and the support it provides to nonprofit organizations and charities near and far. 

In this episode of Givers of GovCon, we sit down with Nancy Laben, Booz Allen Hamilton's chief legal officer who is spearheading the Booz Allen Foundation and the company's philanthropic giving efforts. Tune in to learn about Laben's personal passion for giving back, and how  Booz Allen's efforts in DE&I and resiliency are impacting communities around the nation.

In this episode of Givers of GovCon, we sit down with Tim Solms, general manager of government solutions at Dun & Bradstreet, as he shares why he flies for the Veterans Airlift Command. The organization provides free air transportation to post 9/11 combat wounded veterans and their families for medical and other purposes through a national network of volunteer aircraft owners and pilots. Solms, a former Army pilot, shares the personal story and passion behind his involvement.

In this inaugural episode of Givers of GovCon, we sit down with Tina Dolph, president and CEO of Siemens Government Technologies, and Robin Kelleher, cofounder, president and CEO of Hope for the Warriors. Dolph shares Siemens' involvement with Hope for the Warriors, what drew the company to supporting veterans and the work Siemens has done with the organization thus far. Also, Kelleher tells us about the important work Hope for the Warriors does, and the pressing needs in the veteran community right now.