FCW names 2016 Rising Stars

FCW has named the winners of its 2016 Rising Star awards.

New GMU center puts special focus on the GovCon industry

George Mason University has created a government contracting-dedicated center in its business school to attract students and train them in the nuances of the GovCon industry.

Deep contracting roots propel small firm forward

Once a government contractor, always a government contractor; at least, such is the case for Aveshka president and CEO Girish Jindia who is applying his deep roots in the government market to a fast growing small business.

Who are 2016's best execs and companies?

The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and Professional Services Council have named the top executives and companies for 2016 in the government market. Who made the list?

Booz Allen Hamilton taps former FBI director to review security, personnel, management processes

Booz Allen Hamilton has asked former Federal Bureau of Investigations director Robert Mueller to conduct an external review of the company’s security, personnel and management processes and practices.

Six deals in 30 months pushes PSS deeper into intell market

Three years ago, Preferred Systems Solutions executives faced a decision - die on the vine and always be subcontractor or push forward. With its sixth acquisition in 30 months it's obvious which choice the company made.

Who are NVTC's top tech picks for 2016?

The Northern Virginia Technology Council has named the winners of the 2016 NVTC Tech Awards, which recognize influential leaders and innovative companies and firms in the region’s technology community.

Nominations open for Women In Technology leadership awards

Women in Technology is now accepting nominations for its 18th Annual Leadership Awards, which recognizes and salutes women who make a difference in the technology industry.

Who are the top innovators in the government market?

GCN has named the winners of its 2016 digIT Awards showcasing transformative technology in the government IT space.

How one entrepreneur's childhood forged a path to his own business

ESNS president and CEO Clifton McKinney explains how learning the value of owning one's own business at a young age translated years later into an up and coming company chasing lots of opportunities.

Exit interview with Anne Rung

In an interview with FCW, the government's departing top acquisition official about leaving behind a solid foundation on which the government can build more effective and efficient federal IT.

FAST 50: Research Innovations founder just couldn't stay away from federal market

Research Innovations CEO Rich Briggs sold his first business after a successful 15-year run, but the challenge of the federal market lured him back for more.

Former CGI exec named to GovCon hall of fame

Donna Morea, former president of CGI Technologies and Solutions, will be the first female to earn spot in the Greater Washington Government Contractor Hall of Fame for her contributions to the industry.

SBA announces 68 winners of third annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition

The Small Business Administration has announced 68 winners of its third annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition.

NVTC picks winners of 2016 Hot Ticket Awards

The Northern Virginia Technology Council has announced its winners for the 15th annual NVTC Hot Ticket Awards, which honor the region’s best entrepreneurial technology companies.

Company to sue Army over handling of intelligence contract

Palantir has escalated its long-standing opposition to the Army's handling of contracting for the Distributed Common Ground System by announcing its intent to sue.

Top 100: Long-term relationships and proving success helps AECOM grab top 20 spot

AECOM has been jumping up on the Washington Technology Top 100 list over the last few years, and the company cites its long-term relationships and proving its success as being the reasons why.

Top 100: Business booming for Boeing as company celebrates centennial

Now in its hundredth year, business is booming more than ever at Boeing Co., with the company securing the No. 3 spot on the 2016 Washington Technology Top 100 rankings with $5 billion in federal prime contracts.

Local CFOs, financiers recognized at NVTC CFO Awards

The Northern Virginia Technology Council has announced the winners of the 20th annual Greater Washington Technology CFO Awards Wednesday night.

FCW 2016 Rising Stars nomination period now open

FCW has opened up its nomination period for the 2016 Rising Star awards, honoring women and men who, even in the early stages of their federal IT careers, are having an impact far above their pay grade.