This week on the GovNavigators Show, Soraya Correa, President and CEO of National Industries for the Blind and a longtime leader in federal acquisition, joins the show to reflect on her career and what's next for procurement reform. Soraya shares stories from her time building the Procurement Innovation Lab at DHS, offers a no-nonsense take on the FAR overhaul, and explains why empowering contracting officers—and bridging the gap between government and industry—matters more than ever.

Show Notes
JWOD: Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act
PIL: Procurement Innovation Lab
EO: Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement

Events on the GovNavigators' Radar
June 10, 2025: Arnold Ventures event on Impoundment
June 11, 2025: House Oversight and Government Reform Hearing on Reforming Defense Procurement

June 25, 2025: ACT-IAC's Data & Analytics Forum

This week on the GovNavigators Show, Charles Cooper, Managing Partner and Founder of the Brumidi Group, returns to offer his no-nonsense forecast for what’s next on Capitol Hill. From budget reconciliation drama and appropriations gridlock to tariff tensions and the 2026 election, Charles breaks down the policy, politics, and personalities shaping the months ahead—and why even a missed vote could change everything.

Show Notes
OMB: Technical Supplement to the 2026 Budget
GAO: DOT and the Impoundment Act

Events on the GovNavigators' Radar
June 3, 2025:

• Forum Global’s USA AI Summit
• Carahsoft’s Customer Experience and Engagement Summit

June 5, 2025: Committee on oversight AI in Government Hearing

June 6, 2025: ACT-IAC's Health Innovation Summit

June 25, 2025: ACT-IAC's Data & Analytics Forum

The GovNavigators take a moment to honor Memorial Day and reflect on the sacrifices made in service to our country. With Congress narrowly advancing a reconciliation package before the long weekend, Robert and Adam also remember longtime good government champion Gerry Connolly.