If you have an interest in the government contracting industry, PSC is the best place to have an impact. Whether it’s connecting with peers at a PSC event, gathering information about the latest trends in our market, or coming together in common cause on key issues facing multiple organizations, PSC’s executive networking benefits are unparalleled. In the federal consulting market, PSC is the best association for networking, hands down. 

From my standpoint as CEO of a fast-growing consulting firm, networking at PSC events is a huge benefit, as it allows me to interact with my peers in an environment where we can come together on the important issues and work towards solutions together. Mid-tier firms like Attain have many similar issues that we want to see the government address to accommodate us with more of an on-ramp to becoming key players in the industry. I can—and do—share my opinions on this matter, but when it is combined with the voices of my PSC colleagues, it becomes that much more powerful and more likely to produce results that benefit all of us.

Additionally, having the ability to regularly and easily meet with other CXOs in the industry is incredibly powerful. From the PSC Annual Conference to various government roundtables, PSC creates formal and informal settings to bring DMV-area leaders together. 

My favorite event for networking is the Annual Conference as it allows me to strengthen existing relationships and broaden my sphere of influence as I meet new people. At this event, I can zero in on my topics of interest while also getting to know people socially and what makes them tick. There are multiple chances to network, including receptions and opportunities to dine together. An informal setting where you can share a meal with colleagues is invaluable; I find that you can have more meaningful conversations and brainstorm creative solutions when the setting is less formal. PSC gives ample opportunities for this type of high-quality, comfortable interaction that goes beyond networking—PSC creates opportunities for relationship-building. 

Beyond the opportunity to connect with my peers, PSC takes their networking benefits one step further by providing access to senior government officials in a less formal environment that enables candid dialogue and exchange. As a member, I am confident that PSC events garner high-caliber executives and officials, making my time spent there extremely valuable. 

My PSC membership serves me well as I continue to lead Attain as a built-to-last, next generation, values-driven firm. We are continually growing—adding 200 team members and 35% to our top line in the last year. For my professional network as well as my team, I look for outside-the-box thinkers with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong moral compass. PSC consistently provides me with opportunities to meet exactly these kinds of people. It is my great privilege in life to disrupt the status quo to improve the lives of those that we serve at Team Attain. PSC allows me to meet partners and colleagues that push me forward to do just that. It’s more than networking: it’s change-making. 

This article was published in the Spring 2019 Service Contractor. Click here to view a PDF of this article.