Former Fed Friday

Rebranding Yourself After Government with Mark Wigginton

To connect with Mark, visit him on LinkedIn here.Learn more about Focusing on Results by visiting their webpage here.
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Keys to Career Change: Insights for Federal Leaders with Sean Kelley

Transitioning from government to industry? Join David Blackburn as he chats with Sean Kelley, Principal and Health Portfolio Executive at Connsci, about navigating the journey from public service to the private sector. With experience as a former CISO at EPA and Deputy CIO at the VA, Sean shares invaluable advice for federal leaders considering a career change. From building community connections to balancing patience with ambition, Sean reveals the keys to a successful transition—and the pitfalls to avoid. Whether you're eyeing a big firm, a small business, or even consulting, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you make your "next act" a success.
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To connect with Sean, visit him on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Connsci by visiting their webpage here.Click here for a look at the blog post referenced during the interview.

Modernizing government: AI, data, and leadership in 2025 with Jose Arrieta

Step into the world of innovation, disruption, and transformation with this episode of Former Fed Friday. Host Shelley McGuire sits down with Jose Arrieta, former HHS CIO and founder of Imagineeer, to discuss the intersection of technology, data, and the future of government operations. Jose shares his perspective on AI’s transformative potential in procurement, the priorities of a new administration, and what the future holds for public service and tech modernization.

Life After Federal Service with Maria Roat

Making the leap from federal service to the private sector is both an exciting and challenging journey. In the debut episode of Former Fed Friday, Mike Pereira, CTO, vTech Solution talks with Maria Roat, a trailblazing IT leader and Navy veteran, to explore her inspiring transition after 42 years of public service. Maria shares her motivation to embrace a new chapter, the steps she took to prepare, and the lessons learned along the way.