Ice Miller partner Sid Bose will be participating in a panel discusion titled "The Future of Cyber in Government Contracting" at the FORUM Founders Circle, an exclusive gathering for visionary leaders and innovators shaping the future of government contracting. The firm is also the sponsor of the event.

Program Overview:

Cybersecurity is no longer just a compliance requirement—it's the foundation of mission success. As federal agencies confront increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, industry leaders must evolve beyond traditional service models to deliver secure, scalable, and AI-enabled solutions that strengthen national resilience.

Join an exclusive gathering of GovCon founders, executives, and innovators for an evening of strategic discussion focused on the next generation of cyber leadership and growth.

As the federal market shifts toward integrated cybersecurity platforms, zero trust architectures, automation, and AI-powered defense, the companies that create the greatest value will be those that combine deep technical expertise with innovative products and repeatable solutions.

Together, we'll explore:

• The Future of Federal Cyber: Emerging priorities across civilian and defense agencies and what they mean for growth-focused companies.
• AI-Driven Cybersecurity: How artificial intelligence is transforming threat detection, incident response, and operational resilience.
• Building High-Value Cyber Businesses: Moving beyond labor-based contracts to scalable solutions that increase margins, differentiation, and enterprise value.
• Innovation Through Collaboration: How founders can leverage strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and emerging technologies to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market.
• Preparing for What's Next: Understanding the evolving cyber landscape, procurement trends, and the opportunities shaping the next decade of government contracting.

Agenda:

5:30 p.m.: Registration Opens
6-6:30 p.m.: Panel Discussion
6:30-7 p.m.: Networking

Speakers:

• Donald Bauer, Senior Advisor for Human Resources Solutions, OPM
• Jamie Holcombe, Operational Leader, Electrosoft
• Jothi Dugar, Chief Information Security Officer, National Institutes of Health Center for Information Technology
• Gloria Fenwick, Founder & CEO, Fusion Advanced Technology
• Siddharth “Sid” Bose, Partner, Ice Miller
• LaVon Lewis, Founder and Creative Director, Creative Velocity
• Dondre Lawson, Founder and Owner, Emerald Technical Solutions