Unlock DoW/DoD Opportunities in 2026: National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) & Executive Order (EO) Insights for Market Entry or Pivots

As federal spending priorities evolve and the 2026 NDAA takes shape, government contractors and defense tech companies face both new opportunities and new complexities. This Mastermind provides a practical, CFO-led primer on what’s changed, where the money is going, and what companies—especially those new to GovCon or looking to pivot—need to know to compete confidently and stay compliant.

Join Ted Rose and Wallace Angel on January 23rd at 2:00 PM ET for a clear breakdown of the 2026 federal budget and defense spending landscape, with a focus on helping businesses understand how policy changes translate into real contracting opportunities and what to watch out for along the way.

What we’ll cover:

• A federal budget and 2026 NDAA overview, and its impact on GovCon and defense tech opportunities
• An analysis of the $1.5 trillion DoD/DoW budget increase on defense spending, including priority areas such as AI, energy and supply chains, hypersonics, and unified domains—and what this means for new and existing contractors
• A briefing on key DoW internal compliance standards—such as CMMC—and their implications for contractors.
• A primer on 2026 NDAA changes affecting defense procurement, including SPEED and FoRGED reforms designed to accelerate technology delivery and expand access for non-traditional contractors
• 2026 Executive Orders and Policy changes GovCons need to know

Speakers:

• Ted Rose, President, CEO, and Founder, ROSE
• Wallace Angel, VP, Finance and Accounting, Client CFO, and GovCon Expert

This session is ideal for government contractors, defense tech companies, and organizations evaluating entry into the federal market who want a clear, practical understanding of how 2026 budget and policy changes affect their growth strategy.