Preview Mode Links will not work in preview mode

GovCast tells the personal stories of the government and industry leaders transforming the public sector, and the bits and pieces typically not covered by federal IT publications. We share the untold stories about how these influencers got to where they are, their passions in and outside of technology and the roadblocks they’ve conquered. You’ll find these stories are not always what you’d expect them to be.

  1. All Episodes
  2. Flywheel Fridays - Top Takeaways from DAV's 2022 National Convention

Flywheel Fridays - Top Takeaways from DAV's 2022 National Convention

Aug 12, 2022

DAV's 2022 National Convention in Orlando featured an all-star lineup of speakers from the Department of Veterans Affairs, including all three undersecretaries from the agency's benefits, memorial and health arms, as well as Secretary Denis McDonough. The event also happened just days before President Joe Biden signed the PACT Act into law. Senior Researcher Melissa Harris and Staff Writer Sarah Sybert discuss the top takeaways from the convention and report how these leaders will prepare for and implement the new legislation. Hint: New workforce strategies and automation will be key to VA's success.