Keeping IT Brief

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Keeping IT Brief

Information is vital. So is your time. Understanding the importance of balancing both, Forum has launched this initiative designed to bring you quick, relevant podcasts, featuring Government and Industry leaders, and covering topics that support our Federal IT community.

  1. MAR 16

    Securing the Divide: Zero Trust vs. Cross-Domain Solutions with George Kamis

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with George Kamis, Chief Technology Officer at Everfox, to dive into the critical intersection of cybersecurity, zero trust, and cross-domain solutions. With over 25 years of experience in Cyber and Cross Domain Solutions, George sheds light on the common misconceptions surrounding zero trust and its role in government security frameworks. While zero trust is foundational to securing networks, George explains why it cann...

    17 min

  2. MAR 16

    Supporting Veterans & Embracing the Future with Robert Ezekiel of Booz Allen Hamilton

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown is joined by Robert Ezekiel, Director and Product Strategist at Booz Allen Hamilton, and a winner of the prestigious 2025 FORUM IT100 Award. Robert reflects on what this award means to him personally and professionally, sharing how his work supporting Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Hiring Our Heroes program has made a lasting impact. Robert talks about a pivotal career moment that shifted his focus from a technical role to one centered o...

    11 min

  3. MAR 5

    Disrupting GovCon with Innovation: Matt Quinn on Passive Data Collection to Automate Casualty Care

    In today’s episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown chats with Matt Quinn, Science Director at TATRC/DoD, about his groundbreaking program, Passive Data Collection for Automated Documentation, which won a 2025 Disruptive Tech Award. Matt dives into the specifics of his award-winning program, explaining how it addresses key challenges in the GovCon space and what makes it stand out in the industry. He shares insights into the innovation process, the critical technologies that played a ...

    26 min

  4. MAR 4

    Navigating the Shifts: Federal Contracting Under the Current Administration

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Tris Carpenter, General Manager for Strategic Growth at Red Team Consulting, to explore the evolving landscape of federal contracting. As the current administration ushers in significant changes, Tris provides valuable insights into how companies can adapt, thrive, and stay competitive. Key topics discussed include: The major shifts in federal contracting policies and their potential impactHow workforce reductions are aff...

    29 min

  5. MAR 2

    Innovating for the Future with Alexis Bonnel of the Air Force Research Laboratory

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown is joined by Alexis Bonnel, Chief Information Officer & Director of the Digital Capabilities Directorate at the Air Force Research Laboratory. Recently recognized with the prestigious 2025 FORUM IT100 Award, Alexis shares her thoughts on what this achievement means to her both personally and professionally. Through this conversation, Alexis reflects on a pivotal moment in her career that significantly contributed to her success and ...

    7 min

  6. FEB 10

    Navigating the Zero Trust Journey with Felipe Fernandez, Fortinet Federal CTO

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown is joined by Felipe Fernandez, Chief Technology Officer at Fortinet Federal, Inc. With over 20 years of experience in networking and cybersecurity, Felipe leads the charge in delivering mission-critical cybersecurity solutions for federal agencies. He shares valuable insights on the current state of zero trust implementation across federal agencies, as well as the challenges many still face in aligning these principles with their unique...

    13 min

  7. FEB 6

    Transforming Healthcare with AI: Saeed Elnaj on Revolutionizing Medicare Delivery

    In this episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown is joined by Saeed Elnaj, Chief Innovation Officer at RELI Group, to discuss the role of AI in transforming the federal health industry, particularly in the Medicare system. With 30 years of experience in technology leadership and expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and digital transformation, Saeed shares his insights on how AI can significantly improve customer experience (CX) and health outcomes for older, non-digital-nat...

    14 min

  8. FEB 4

    Empowering Change with Ann Dunkin former Chief Information Officer of the U.S. Department of Energy

    In this special episode of Keeping IT Brief, host Mary Ann Brown is joined by Ann Dunkin, former Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and recipient of the 2025 FORUM IT100 Award. With a wealth of experience in both government and private sectors, Ann reflects on her career journey and what this prestigious award means to her personally and professionally. She also shares a pivotal project or moment in her career that significantly contributed to her success....

    14 min
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    Information is vital. So is your time. Understanding the importance of balancing both, Forum has launched this initiative designed to bring you quick, relevant podcasts, featuring Government and Industry leaders, and covering topics that support our Federal IT community.

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    • Creator
      Mary Ann Brown
    • Years Active
      2021 - 2025
    • Episodes
      157
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      © 2025 Keeping IT Brief
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