The landscape of federal contracting is undergoing significant transformation. Executive Orders, procurement reform efforts like DOGE, and a looming rewrite of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 2.0) are all reshaping how government contractors operate—and how they must adapt.

This seminar offers a plain-English walk-through of what’s happening now and what’s likely coming next. From consolidations under GSA to agency budget cuts and shifting compliance expectations, GovCon expert Christoph Mlinarchik will guide attendees through the emerging policy terrain with clarity, perspective, and a healthy dose of real-world strategy.

This is more than just an update—it’s a strategic debrief. Expect a timely, candid conversation that helps demystify the federal acquisition buzz, answer your questions, and prepare you and your organization to respond with confidence.

Whether you’re looking for practical compliance takeaways, seeking to understand how these changes impact your agency or business, or just trying to stay ahead of what’s next—this session is for you.

Christopher Mlinarchik is a nationally recognized government contracts expert, attorney, bestselling author, and award-winning instructor. With extensive experience across the Department of Defense, private industry, and as a consultant, Christoph brings a rare combination of legal insight, practical strategy, and plain-language clarity to the complex world of federal acquisition.

He has negotiated, reviewed, and managed billions of dollars in government contracts, served as a senior contracting officer, and provided expert guidance to professionals across defense, IT, healthcare, construction, and beyond. His clients have ranged from small businesses to C-level executives seeking strategic advice in a rapidly changing GovCon environment.

Christoph is the author of the acclaimed Government Contracts in Plain English series and was recognized by NCMA as one of the “Top Professionals Under 40” and for “Best Article of the Year.” He’s also a dynamic speaker known for his engaging teaching style, relatable insights, and real-world takeaways.