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Top 5 Reasons GovCon Executives Join the 4×24 Leadership Series
In the fast-paced world of government contracting, senior leaders need more than surface-level networking to stay competitive. Executive Mosaic’s 4×24 Leadership Series was created with that reality in mind.
Executive Mosaic is the nation’s leading GovCon media and events organization, known for convening decision-makers at high-level forums and publishing the latest industry news. The 4×24 Leadership Series builds on that reputation by offering an exclusive, invitation-only networking program for executives at the highest levels of government contracting.
Based in northern Virginia, the program convenes quarterly and limits membership to 24 people per group to foster deep relationships and productive discussions. With 23 groups organized by specialty, 4×24 provides an unmatched forum where GovCon executives connect with peers, collaborate with industry and engage directly with government leaders.
Here are the top five reasons executives are joining the 4×24 Leadership Series:
1. Build lasting partnerships with top GovCon leaders
Every group is composed of senior executives from the region’s most influential government contracting firms. By keeping groups small and senior-level only, 4×24 creates an environment where relationships can grow into long-term partnerships that drive real business outcomes. They’re also designed to maximize time investments; 4×24 knows its participants’ schedules are packed to the gills and the self-selecting groups allow members to have conversations only with those who really matter.
2. Collaborate with peers who share your expertise
4×24 is organized into 23 groups across critical focus areas, including AI, cybersecurity, contracts, healthcare, the intelligence community, business development, space and the C-suite. This structure ensures that you’re not just meeting new people, but collaborating with executives who understand your field and can provide relevant insights.
“One thing about 4×24 that I love is the intimacy. You’re not fighting for airtime with someone against 300 other people. You’re there with 20 other folks who have the same interests, the same passion, the same heart as you.” —Herman Leybovich, CEO of Compass Strategy Design
3. Interact with senior government officials
Each quarter, groups host dinners with high-ranking government leaders. These intimate conversations provide rare access to the policymakers and program leaders shaping federal priorities — and open the door for strategic partnerships between industry and government.
“What I like most is the interaction with the community. The federal systems integrators, the different technology partners in the industry, but most importantly, the conversations we have with leadership from the government in a very candid way.” —Phil Fuster, vice president of government sales at SpyCloud
“At the last dinner I had 20 minutes pretty much one-on-one…with the keynote speaker” —Herman Leybovich, CEO of Compass Strategy Design
4. Stay ahead of new federal initiatives
4×24 members are often among the first to hear about shifts in government priorities, new programs and funding opportunities. This early access gives executives a competitive edge, allowing them to anticipate trends and position their companies for success in a rapidly evolving GovCon environment.
“It gives me an opportunity to understand what the government needs and then we can target our efforts accordingly.” —El Gardner, VP of space operations at Aperio Global
5. Share insights in a secure, confidential setting
Conversations within 4×24 are governed by Chatham House Rule. With no media coverage or public reporting, executives can exchange ideas and perspectives candidly, knowing the discussion will remain within the group.
“You get a tremendous amount of transparency, not only from the presenters or the speakers, but also from your colleagues who join. So it’s a great opportunity to connect, network, have a good meal and really get to know different perspectives from across the defense industrial base.” —Maggie Hallbach, senior vice president at Verizon Public Sector.
The 4×24 Leadership Series is more than a networking group. It’s a trusted community where senior GovCon leaders across northern Virginia and the greater capital region gain the access, insights and partnerships that matter most.
Learn more about joining the 4×24 Leadership Series here or email program director Colin Meade at colin@executivemosaic.com to inquire.
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