The Buzz with ACT-IAC
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Podcasting since 2021 • 175 episodes
The Buzz with ACT-IAC
Latest Episodes
ICYMI: Closing Keynote - AI Acquisition Forum 2025
In this final keynote, Jeff Sage, Director of Enterprise Service and Analysis Division at NASA's Office of Procurement, discusses the integration of AI in NASA's procurement processes. Introduced by Andrew McAllister, Jeff elaborates on NASA's ...
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ICYMI: Enabling the Workforce to Capitalize on the AI Opportunity
This episode features a panel discussion on the role of AI in workforce development within federal agencies at the AI Acquisition Forum 2025. Led by David Vennergrund, Vice President for AI at GDIT, the panel includes distinguished guests: Andr...
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Human-Centered Design in Government: COI's Journey from the former Soviet Union to Qualtrics
In this episode of The Buzz, host Yohanna Baez speaks with Sydney Heimbrock, the Chief Industry Advisor for Public Sector at Qualtrics and co-chair of the ACT-IAC's COI (community of interest) on talent. She shares her extensive career journey,...
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Exploring Digital Health Technologies in Federal Research
In this episode of The Buzz, expert guests delve into a new white paper by the ACT-IAC Health Community of Interest titled 'Digital Health Technologies in the Federal Health Research'. The discussion covers the intersection of technology, healt...
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ICYMI: Health Innovation Keynote Fireside Chat
In this keynote and fireside chat, Acting Assistant Secretary Andrew Gradison of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) discusses his vision and efforts for making America's children and families healthier. Gradison highlights the P...
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