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4 1. On July 16, PSC hosted a 2019 Hurricane Season event in Arlington, VA where government officials discussed emerging needs and trends regarding FEMA operations and mission delivery. Brian Kamoie, Associate Administrator for Mission Support, FEMA, provided the keynote address. 2. PSC leadership hosted executive roundtables at the PSC Office in Arlington, VA on July 17, August 14, Sept. 18, and Oct. 16 for senior executives from regular member companies. The roundtables are by invitation only and provide executives the opportunity to network and discuss hot-button issues. 3. On July 18 in Arlington, VA, members had the opportunity to learn about Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) trends, their impact on contractor past performance ratings, and the consequence they have on winning federal contracts. [L to R] Alan Chvotkin, PSC; Katrina Brisbon, DHS; Jeff Thomas, NOAA; Shanna Webbers, IRS; and Michele Foster, VA discussed CPARS government policy and practices during one of the event sessions. Professional Services Council
6 4. On July 24, the Contract Finance and Cash Flow Committee hosted Bruce Propert from the DoD Office of Defense Pricing and Contracting. Bruce discussed opportunities and challenges associated with contract closeout, including implementation of the May 2 DFARS Class Deviation. Attendees also discussed relevant provisions in the Senate- and House-passed NDAA and other related information. 5. PSC’s two-day Service Contract Act Training on July 25-26 provided important information to attendees to ensure companies are successfully competitive, maintain compliance following award, and avoid unexpected payroll and benefit liabilities. 6. On July 30, PSC President and CEO David Berteau met with the Director of Human Capital Initiatives (HCI) for the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, Mr. Jose Gonzalez, and thirteen participants in the DoD-led Public-Private Talent Exchange (PPTE) Program. Service Contractor / Fall 2019 / 45