Leadership, Service, and Launching a Government Contracting Firm

Please register at the following link: https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/HILLARYBOYCEJAN162026

Target Audience: C-Level Executives, Senior Military Professionals (especially those transitioning), and Government Contracting Business Owners.

Seminar Description:

Join us for an inspiring and actionable breakfast and learn seminar featuring Hillary Boyce, a proud U.S. Army veteran , dedicated military spouse , and the Founder and CEO of BAFO Services, LLC. With over 20 years of proven expertise in the procurement, execution, and management of U.S. government contracts, Mrs. Boyce provides a unique perspective on leadership that bridges the worlds of military service and entrepreneurial success.

This seminar will explore how the core tenets of military leadership—discipline, mission focus, and adaptability—are not just transferable skills, but essential ingredients for sustainable growth in the highly competitive federal sector. Drawing on her experience from serving as an Army Engineer with the 3rd Infantry Division to owning and acquiring a successful small government contracting business, Mrs. Boyce will share her blueprint for achievement.

Key Topics to be Covered:

· Translating Service into Strategy: How to effectively leverage military operational management and mission-critical oversight experience to win and execute complex government contracts.

· The Entrepreneurial Leap: Strategies for transitioning from a service role to launching and scaling a successful small business in the federal marketplace.

· Strategic Growth in Government Contracting: Insights into the acquisition and procurement process that enabled her firm to earn numerous federal service-related awards.

· The Power of Professional and Community Service: How deep commitment to service, including working with wounded soldiers and military families , serving on influential boards (AFCEA, WID) , and coaching transitioning Special Operations personnel for The Honor Foundation (THF), fuels leadership and business success.

· A Culture of Excellence: Lessons learned in building a highly recognized firm, including being named Virginia Small Business Veteran of the Year and AFCEA International Small Business Person of the Year.

Why Attend?

This seminar is a must-attend for C-level executives seeking a competitive edge in government contracting and powerful insights on leadership development. For transitioning military leaders, it offers a practical roadmap from service to a successful civilian CEO role. Learn directly from an award-winning leader who is deeply passionate about empowering small businesses and committed to sustainable growth.

Please register at the following link:

https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/HILLARYBOYCEJAN162026

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