Join us for an exciting event filled with valuable information, recognition, and festive cheer! The FY25 Federal Briefings, Scholarship Award Recognition & Holiday Celebration is happening on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6817 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, MD 21244.
Starting at 09:30 AM Eastern Standard Time, this in-person gathering promises to be a memorable experience. Whether you’re interested in the latest updates on federal initiatives, celebrating the achievements of scholarship recipients, or simply enjoying the holiday spirit, this event has something for everyone.
Don’t miss the opportunity to network with professionals, engage in insightful discussions, and celebrate the holiday season in style. Mark your calendars and join us for the FY26 Federal Briefings, Scholarship Award Recognition & Holiday Celebration!
The SAME Baltimore Post will host their much anticipated, annual Federal Program Briefings, Scholarship Awardee & Holiday Celebration with key local Federal clients, industry, and membership. Join us on December 18th to:
- Better understand agency missions, organizations, and priorities
- Learn about the policy and budget drivers affecting their FY26 program
- Learn about key agency issues they face and contracting guidance
- Review their FY26 program and highlight opportunities for your firm
- Recognize SAME Baltimore Post 2025-26 Student Scholarship Recipients
- Graduate our Leadership Development Program
- Support our Veteran Outreach programs through gift basket raffles and more
- Rub elbows, spread holiday cheer, and enjoy lots of networking
Schedule of Events
Currently USACE Baltimore District, Navy, and USCG participation has been confirmed. All activities, speakers, and panels are planned from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Registration will open promptly at 9:00 AM. The agenda Times will be posted as soon as they are finalized.
SAME Baltimore Federal Briefings – Martins West, December 17, 2025
Registration and Sign In
Welcome
Mychael Gaines, Post President
- Katrina for National Anthem
- Posting of the Colors by the MSU JROTC Color Guard
- Pledge of Allegiance
USACE Baltimore District Overview
USACE Baltimore Opportunities District Briefing
- MILCON
- CW
- IIS
- RSFO
- Engineering
- Contracting
USACE Baltimore District Meet the PMs
Break for lunch (Mindy to MC)
- SAME Post Recognition + New Initiatives (Mindy needs 15 minutes)
- SAME Scholarship Recognition
- SAME Maryland LMP 2025 Recognition
- Canine Warrior Connection
Navigating the Changing Small Business Landscape, Sam Lee, Former SBA Head General Counsel
Additional Federal Agencies Opportunities Briefing
- NAVFAC (Mary Austin accepted)
- US Coast Guard (accepted)
- Veteran Affairs (invited)
- Housing Urban Development (HUD) (invited)
- National Security Agency (invited)
Networking Break
Drawings for raffles during break
Innovative Contracting Approaches Panel Discussion (Design Build to Budget, OTA’s, Intergovernmental Support Agreements, etc.) (Brandon Tobias to Moderate)
- USACE Baltimore District
- NAVFAC (Mary Austin)
- USCG
- FBI (Dave Triplet, tentative)
Closing Remarks
Mychael Gaines, Post President
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