FORUM POWER
FORUM Power Podcast features candid conversations with the leaders shaping government contracting, federal technology, and the GovCon marketplace. Hosted by Mary Ann Brown, the show brings together executives, government officials, and innovators influencing federal spending and mission outcomes.
Episodes cover federal procurement trends, digital modernization, cybersecurity, AI adoption, and leadership strategy, offering practical insight into what’s changing and where opportunity is emerging.
Designed for in GovCon, federal IT, business development, capture, and executive leadership.
Host: Mary Ann Brown, President of FORUM
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Growth, Innovation & Mission Impact in Defense Technology
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In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Sadorra, Chief Growth Officer at Dark Wolf Solutions, to explore how advanced software development, DevSecOps, and AI/ML are reshaping modern mission capabilities. Oliver shares lessons from securing major SBIR awards during the Air Force’s inaugural Pitch Day and explains what the Department of Defense values most when evaluating innovation.
We dive deep into growth strategy in government technology contracting—how to align technical innovation with disciplined execution, avoid common capture mistakes, and move emerging technologies from prototype to mission-ready solutions. Oliver also discusses the transformative power of DevSecOps in national security, the operational advantages of AI/ML, and how advanced analytics and cybersecurity converge to deliver measurable mission outcomes.
Beyond strategy and technology, this conversation highlights leadership principles for building high-performance teams and developing the next generation of technology innovators. If you’re interested in defense technology, government contracting, DevSecOps, or AI-driven mission systems, this episode delivers actionable insights and real-world perspectives.
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FORUM POWER Podcast delivers insider conversations on GovCon and federal IT leadership, hosted by Mary Ann Brown, President of FORUM.
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