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		<title>2/20: GTSC BDE &#8211; Border Patrol Procurement &#038; Acquisition</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:39:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are ready for an exciting new year! Our first meeting will be February 20th and take a look at  the individual acquisition program offices within the PMOD that procure goods [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div align="left">We are ready for an exciting new year!</div>
<div align="left">Our first meeting will be February 20th and take a look at  the individual acquisition program offices within the PMOD that procure goods and services in support of U.S. Border Patrol&#8217;s operational needs and requirements.</div>
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<div align="left">Last year we hosted BDE meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month but in 202o we will be changing that up a bit to accommodate the speaker&#8217;s schedules so please stay tuned for dates and changes in the Member newsletter!</div>
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<div align="left">WHEN:  February 20, 2020</div>
<div align="left">1:00 pm &#8211; 3:00 pm</div>
<div align="left">WHERE:  NTT Data, Arlington, VA</div>
<div align="left">Please RSVP at eventbrite.  MEMBERS ONLY.</div>
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<div>GUEST SPEAKER:</div>
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<div>If you are a new member with GTSC we wanted to be sure you knew about the Business Development Exchange meetings.  Held once a month, these meetings focus on targeted conversations with executives throughout DHS who can share their upcoming projects and needs.  We welcome your participation and suggestions on future speakers. If you are interested in being added to the announcement list, please contact Megan at mpeterson@GTSCoalition.com.</div>
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<div>Register for this BDE at Eventbrite: www.gtscoalition.eventbrite.com &#8211; THIS IS A GTSC MEMBERS ONLY EVENT.  IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER YOUR REGISTRATION WILL BE CANCELLED.</div>
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		<title>GTSC&#8217;s Annual Meeting 2019: A Look at 2020</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Jan 2020 21:40:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Randolph Alles]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy New Year and Welcome to an exciting 2020! Thank you for being a member of the Government Technology &#38; Services Coalition! Once a year we have the opportunity to [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div align="left"><img decoding="async" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-9201" src="https://gt.gtscoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KT-suit-gazing-e1578778175563-100x100.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="100" srcset="https://gt.gtscoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KT-suit-gazing-e1578778175563-100x100.jpg 100w, https://gt.gtscoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KT-suit-gazing-e1578778175563-150x150.jpg 150w, https://gt.gtscoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KT-suit-gazing-e1578778175563-50x50.jpg 50w" sizes="(max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px" />Happy New Year and Welcome to an exciting 2020!</div>
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Thank you for being a member of the Government Technology &amp; Services Coalition! Once a year we have the opportunity to gather for our Annual Meeting and learn more about the groundwork we&#8217;ve accomplished for a tremendous 2020, hear from our partners and leadership on how to approach the new year, and gather feedback on what you need from us!</div>
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<div align="left">On January 23, we will hear from leadership from the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service and the Defense Logistics Agency to discuss 2020, their plans, and your opportunities. We will also hear from some of GTSC&#8217;s leaders on what activities are happening &#8220;behind the scenes&#8221; and how we carry your voice to the agencies in homeland security. Stay tuned for even more additions!!</div>
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<div align="left">GTSC has also achieved some significant milestones in both our association and with Homeland Security Today that we&#8217;d like to share and encourage you to help us keep the momentum going!</div>
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<div align="left">This is a GTSC Member ONLY meeting.</div>
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<div align="left"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gtsc-annual-meeting-2019-members-only-tickets-86364966941" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please register today</a> to build our team, increase our collaboration, and build a stronger GTSC for you.</div>
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<div align="left">I look forward to seeing you &#8212; thank you for your membership and continued support! Sponsorship is available for our Annual meeting and FEMA day &#8212; grab yours today.</div>
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<div align="left">Kristina</div>
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<div align="left">Kristina Tanasichuk | CEO</div>
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<div align="left"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gtsc-annual-meeting-2019-members-only-tickets-86364966941">REGISTER HERE</a></div>
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		<title>GTSC Works with TSA to Execute the 2019 TSA Industry Day</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Government Technology &#38; Services Coalition June 20 partnered with the Transportation Security Administration to execute its 2019 Industry Day.  Across government industry days are agency events that provide detailed [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Government Technology &amp; Services Coalition June 20 partnered with the Transportation Security Administration to execute its 2019 Industry Day.  Across government industry days are agency events that provide detailed information on procurement and upcoming opportunities.  Patricia Cogswell, Acting Administrator of TSA participated in a &#8220;fireside chat&#8221; moderated by DHS CPO Soraya Correa and discussed the agency&#8217;s strategic plan, priorities and future.  <a href="https://www.hstoday.us/federal-pages/dhs/tsa/pekoske-intends-to-come-home-as-tsa-faces-challenge-of-broader-tactics-and-targets-says-cogswell/">Read more about TSA Industry day here</a>.</p>
<p>Read TSA&#8217;s press release on the event here.</p>
<p>CP Industry Day Agenda Hand Out_vF</p>
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		<title>Mega Matchmaking Session 2019</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2019 14:28:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[MENTORS and MID-TIERS! Are you looking for Mentor-Protege partners? New small business contacts that already understand the government market in DHS, DOD, ODNI, DOJ, Treasury or State? SMALL BUSINESSES! Are [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">MENTORS and MID-TIERS!</span></strong><br />
<span style="color: #000080;">Are you looking for Mentor-Protege partners? New small business contacts that already understand the government market in DHS, DOD, ODNI, DOJ, Treasury or State?</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;">SMALL BUSINESSES!</span></strong><br />
<span style="color: #000080;">Are you looking for great Mentor partners?</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #ff6600;"><a style="color: #ff6600;" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mega-matchmaking-session-2019-tickets-62848544689" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">REGISTER NOW</a></span></strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #000080;">Join us for a unique and diverse matchmaking open to firms with capabilities in: </span></p>
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<li><span style="color: #000080;">Information Technology</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Business process improvement</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Project management</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Strategy</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Identity management</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Configuration management</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Help desk/call center support</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Warfighter support services</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">C4ISR experience</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Maritime/Port security operations services</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Wireless network technical support</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Information security/information assurance</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">IA support for validation testing</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Logistics support</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Modeling and simulation</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Training courseware capabilities</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">Intelligence community IT services</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000080;">and more!!!</span></li>
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		<title>The Disaster Operations Coordination Center &#8211; American Red Cross Tour</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 16:28:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join GTSC on Wednesday, June 26th from 10:00AM to 12:00PM and take a tour of the Disaster Operations Coordination Center where the American Red Cross manages all major disaster responses [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join GTSC on Wednesday, June 26th from 10:00AM to 12:00PM and take a tour of the Disaster Operations Coordination Center where the American Red Cross manages all major disaster responses in the United States. This location is where logistics and deployments needs are determined, placed into the field and overseen so that our mission of alleviating human suffering can be met.</p>
<p>Space is extremely limited! <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-disaster-operations-coordination-center-american-red-cross-tour-tickets-62713273088">Register Today!</a></p>
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		<title>GTSC Emerging Small Business Group Meeting &#8211; May 22st, 2019</title>
		<link>https://gt.gtscoalition.com/gtsc-emerging-small-business-group-meeting-may-21st-2019/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristina Tanasichuk]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 18:25:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The GTSC Emerging Small Business Group presents: DOD Section 809 Panel Report On &#8220;Streamlining and Codifying Acquisition Regulations and the Effect it has on the Small Business Community and National Security&#8221; [&#8230;]]]></description>
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