Doing Tech Better in Government with Brian DeLong, BMC3 and Gordon Deng, Space Camp
In this episode, host Brian Fox speaks with Brian DeLong, CTO at BMC3, and Gordon Deng, Cloud Customer Engineer at the Gravity Platform at Space Camp, about their insights from the recent Front Range Innovation Forum. They discuss key themes such as the importance of building a collaborative and safe innovation community, embracing productive failure, and improving communication between industry, government, and academia. Topics include acquisition challenges, modular open systems architecture, the concept of "exit-ramps," and the need for shared lessons learned. The conversation emphasizes creating forums and tools that foster transparency, trust, and speed in government tech efforts while also supporting leaders in being open about discussing failures.
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Tech Transforms: Episode 1
In this debut episode, Frank Indiviglio, CTO at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) explains the power of AI data science and high performance computing to transform vast raw data into actionable insights—from hurricane forecasting to coral reef monitoring. He discusses how AI improves data processing efficiency, the importance of blending science and tech to scale forecasting, and how open data efforts are balanced with cybersecurity to build public trust. With cross-sector collaboration driving innovation, NOAA is leading the charge in turning raw data into real-world impact. Tune in to the full episode to hear how tech is transforming how we understand our planet.
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Doing Tech Better in Government with Alexis Bonnell, CIO, Air Force Research Lab (AFRL)
In this episode, Alexis Bonnell, now former Chief Information Officer at AFRL, shares insights on how to drive tech adoption in government to stay ahead in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. She discusses the concept of the “oodaloop” and its importance in taking immediate action to bring digital solutions into practice. While technology advances, the challenge remains in getting people to adopt new processes. Alexis also dives into her passion for human-machine teaming and augmented reality, exploring how these technologies are shaping the future of government operations. Tune in to hear how we can do tech better in government!
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Doing Tech Better in Government with Dmitry Poisik, TraCSS Program Manager, NOAA's Office of Space Commerce
Join us on this episode of "Doing Tech Better in Government" as we sit down with Dmitry Poisik, TraCSS Program Manager at NOAA's Office of Space Commerce. Dmitry shares insights into NOAA's vital mission in space commerce, highlighting his career journey from the Navy to the Pentagon. He delves into NOAA's role in advancing commercial space initiatives, emphasizing the collaborative efforts across agencies. Dmitry discusses the critical reliance on real-time data and how these insights drive decision-making in tackling future challenges. Tune in to discover how NOAA and its partners are shaping the future of space commerce and technology integration in government.
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Orbital Convergence with Brian Fox and Gordon Deng: Episode 8
In this final episode of Season 1, hosts Brian Fox and Gordon Deng are joined by two powerhouse leaders from the United States Space Force: Paul W. Contoveros, Division Chief and Chief of the Combat Force Enhancement Division, and Lt. Col. JJ Homan, Deputy Chief of the same division.Together, they dive into the evolving landscape of space operations—from redefining what "innovation" means for the Space Force to exploring the critical distinction between innovation and force enhancement. With decades of experience between them, Paul and JJ unpack the challenges of building combat credibility in orbit and discuss how to future-proof capability in an era of rapid transformation.
The Advanced Technology Academic Research Center (ATARC) is a leading organization dedicated to fostering collaboration between government, academia, and industry to drive the adoption and integration of emerging technologies within the federal government. Established to bridge the gap between these critical sectors, ATARC provides a unique platform for technology leaders and innovators to share knowledge, explore new ideas, and solve pressing challenges.
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