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WT 360: The market from all angles

Nick Wakeman, Ross Wilkers
Government Contracting
Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence
Mergers and Acquisitions
Federal Government
General Services Administration
Government Shutdown
Generative AI
Private Equity
Trump Administration
Quantum Computing
Federal Government Shutdown
Government Contracts
Defense Technology
Amentum
Professional Services Council
Space Force
Department Of Government Efficiency
National Security
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WT 360 is where the conversation takes place on what’s driving the federal government market now and where the sector is going. Editor-In-Chief Nick Wakeman and Senior Staff Reporter Ross Wilkers look at the market from all angles through interviews with industry executives and informed observers of the sector.

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One fundamental change to how the government contracting ecosystem functions centers on technology development and fielding: all of that must happen quicker and on a different cadence than before.

Steve Lefkowitz and Raj Kanodia, co-founders and lea... more

Greg Barbaccia’s impending departure from the federal chief information officer role after 18 months in it is one of a handful of headline topics that got industry’s attention over the past six weeks.

As NextGov/FCW’s executive editor, Jessie Bur ca... more

LMI touts itself as a provider of “commercial-grade, mission-ready technology” as a description of its goal to bring fast-moving technology into federal environments with strict requirements on security and other key matters.

But how does LMI define... more

If 2025 and 2026 have told us anything, it is that the government no longer sees the decades-long status quo of acquisition as acceptable anymore because the world is too different now.

Matt Kasberg, chief executive of Company No. 73 on our 2026 Top... more

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Jessie Bur
Executive Editor at NextGov FCW
NextGov FCW
Episode: Our breakdown of the federal CIO’s departure, OneGov’s future and whatever CMMC will look like
Alex Adamczyk
LMI's vice president for sales, engineering, and rapid prototyping
LMI
Episode: LMI’s approach to ‘commercial-grade, mission-ready technology’ and innovation cultures
Matt Kasberg
Chief Executive Officer
Odyssey Systems
Episode: Odyssey Systems and the landscape’s shifts in speed, decision authorities
Dan Gelston
CEO of Constellis
Constellis
Episode: All about Constellis’ approach for extending security perimeters
Stephanie Kostro
President of the Professional Services Council
Professional Services Council
Episode: Key points (and questions too) from Trump’s fixed-price contracting and AI orders
Kirk Konert
Managing Partner, AE Industrial Partners
AE Industrial Partners
Episode: All about AE Industrial’s place in the market's private capital action
Steve Brotman
Managing Partner, Alpha Partners
Alpha Partners
Episode: Defense tech investing is cool again, but can it stay that way?
Dave Khalsa
Co-head for MidCap diversified industries at JPMorgan
JPMorgan
Episode: A pulse check on GovCon’s capital market landscape
David DiMolfetta
Cyber reporter for NextGov FCW
NextGov FCW
Episode: NextGov/FCW’s David DiMolfetta on CISA’s catchup, federal AI policy and offensive cyber

Hosts

Nick Wakeman
Host of WT 360: The market from all angles; Editor-in-Chief; covers market from multiple perspectives
Ross Wilkers
Co-host, Senior Staff Reporter; provides interviewing and market insights

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
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Thoughtful guests and balanced perspectives useful for decision-makers.
What a high-quality production with practical takeaways for sponsors.
Solid show for understanding complex government contracting topics.
Great for staying on top of GovCon trends and policy shifts.

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LMI’s approach to ‘commercial-grade, mission-ready technology’ and innovation cultures
Q: Alex, commercial-grade, mission-ready technology, what do you all mean in saying that?
We want user interfaces that feel as natural as civilian apps, with out-of-the-box capability and rapid deployment; we aim to shrink the time from concept to field by building secure software early, using feedback from actual users, and adopting a commercial-style development and procurement mindset to reduce cycle times and improve outcomes.
Defense tech investing is cool again, but can it stay that way?
Q: Looking into and out at the venture ecosystem in general, what steps should business leaders take before seeking partners?
He advises rigorous preparation: targeted market research for specific agencies and primes, a clear capability proposition, understanding regulatory constraints, and building credibility by demonstrating market knowledge and readiness for defense-specific collaborations.
Defense tech investing is cool again, but can it stay that way?
Q: Who are you? Who is Alpha Partners? And how did you get interested, involved in the industry?
Steve Brotman explains his long career in venture capital, the genesis of Alpha Partners, and how he shifted toward backing entrepreneurs in B2B SaaS and broader tech opportunities, seeking access to the best deals through a network of over a thousand VCs.
Key points (and questions too) from Trump’s fixed-price contracting and AI orders
Q: What are the implications for small businesses and acquisition workforce?
The NDAA discussions stress a strengthened acquisition workforce, a preference for US companies, and ongoing changes to FAR/DFARS training and implementation, which may open opportunities for small businesses but require adaptation to the evolving rules.
Key points (and questions too) from Trump’s fixed-price contracting and AI orders
Q: What is the core focus of the executive order in relation to fixed-price contracting?
The core focus is to promote fixed-price contracting by clarifying types, defining better requirements and outcomes, and enabling risk sharing through certain flexible contract arrangements, rather than pushing only firm-fixed-price structures.

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WT 360: The market from all angles delivers in-depth discussions about the federal market landscape, with a focus on defense spending, government contracting policy, and the evolving role of private-sector players. Episodes frequently feature senior executives, policy observers, and legal/technical experts who unpack capital markets activity, AI policy, cybersecurity, and procurement reform, often tying strategic business decisions to government needs. Noteworthy elements include high-profile industry leaders, cross-cutting risk analyses, and practical insights on pilots, contracting models, and how regulatory shifts shape opportunities for suppliers and integrators. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want a pragmatic, market-wid... more

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