Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs

Curtis H. Chappell
Vice President, Security
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Jill McClune
General Counsel, US
Avon Protection Systems, Inc.

Special Remarks: The State of DCSA Expectations and Priorities: Key Updates on the Agency’s Organizational Structure, Filing Timelines and Quality Management Plan

Moderated by:

Daniel B. Pickard
Shareholder & International Trade & National Security Practice Group Leader
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, PC

Daniel Valentine
Acting Team Lead/Mitigation Strategy Manager
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DSCA)

• Update on organizational changes
• More changes that can still be expected
• Trends in DCSA submissions — numbers, timelines, and the clearance rates for both Facility and Personnel Clearances
• Identifying potential roadblocks — What could hinder the process
• The role of DCSA’s QMP and what to expect from the assessment process
• Determining the standards DCSA is using during their security reviews
• Assessing the most common challenges in successfully completing the new QMP

Mitigating Risks Posed by Foreign and Dual Citizenship of Employees and Others: What Has (and Hasn’t) Yielded DCSA Approval and The Newest Best Practices for Moving Forward

Richard Ray Jr.
FSO / TCO / ITPSO
Eutelsat America Corp.

Scott Boylan
Partner
StoneTurn

• When are additional mitigation measures necessary and who/what may trigger them
• Factors that may impede the process and timeline — What to watch out for
• Key elements that make these mitigation arrangements effective, and strategies for dealing with any difficulties
• Pragmatic insights on establishing and maintaining a successful relationship between a company under FOCI restrictions, its parent corporation and employees

Networking Break

AOPs

Affiliated Operation Plans in Real Life: The Latest on When and How to Secure Approvals and What Can Trigger DCSA Denials

Daniel Valentine
Acting Team Lead/Mitigation Strategy Manager
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DSCA)

Jennifer Brown
Director of Security & FSO/TCO
iDirect Government

Robert A. Friedman
Partner
Holland & Knight

• The lesser known do’s and don’ts of AOPs in practice
• Comparing recently approved AOPs in the market
• Establishing how to best arrange an AOP
• Effective tactics for handling and reducing risks in affiliated operations
• DCSA compliance and enhanced efficiency: An updated roadmap for customizing your AOP

Case Studies

Using Proxy and Voting Trust Agreements Instead of SCAs and SSAs: The Newest, Lessor Known Considerations, Timelines and Processes

Stefan Lopatkiewicz
General Counsel
Eutelsat America Corp.

Tessa Capeloto
Partner
Wiley Rein

• Making the right choice: Weighing the pros and cons of each agreement type
• Satisfying and exceeding DCSA expectations: Everything you need to know
• Expected timelines and what can cause delays
• Proxy Agreements, Voting Trust Agreements and More: Understanding the nuances of the foreign parent relationships
• Lessor-known pitfalls to avoid

Networking Luncheon for Speakers and Delegates

Outside Directors and Proxy Holders: Their Evolving Role, Meeting DCSA Expectations and Rising Mitigation Challenges

Tom Dale
Outside Director
Stantec GS, Inc.

Eric Robert “Ric” Helthall
Outside Director
Presidio Government Solutions LLC

John C. Rood
Proxy Holder
Hitachi Vantara Federal
CEO & Chair
Momentus Space

• Role of outside directors and proxies-charged with ensuring compliance with mitigation agreement
• Identifying the telltale signs of a security threat and safeguarding your organization
• Strategies to comply with government expectations and annual reporting standards
• How to address compliance concerns and issues in a timely and effective manner
• Best practices for hosting successful site visits and complying with DCSA supervision
• How to foster a powerful alliance among company management, compliance staff, and Outside Directors/Proxy Holders for optimal results
• Tips to effectively manage a relationship with the parent organization

Mitigation Agreements, NIDs and Minority Investors: When DCSA Requires More Mitigation and Overcoming Implementation Hurdles

Norman E. Pashoian
Industrial Security Consultant
White & Case LLP

Mick Tuesley
Partner
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

• Efficiently navigate the clearance process by leveraging crucial factors – gain a competitive edge by knowing what can speed up or slow down the process
• Who requires additional protocols and National Interest Determinations, and who doesn’t
• Exploring the necessity for individual NIDs
• Early actions to boost the likelihood of success
• How to structure your filing for greater transparency

Networking Break

Case Study

Behind the Scenes of DCSA Reviews and Timelines: An Overview of What Can Exacerbate Delays, Trigger Rejections — and How to Avoid Them

Curtis H. Chappell
Vice President, Security
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Joshua F. Gruenspecht
Partner
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

• Projected timeframes and possible impediments
• Examining the evolving requirements of DCSA reviews and the ability to avoid setbacks
• Tips to implement to effectively and efficiently meet DCSA expectations
• Real-Life scenarios to consider for your own filings

Smaller-Group Roundtables

Mitigation and Cybersecurity: ECPs, TCPs and More New Security Requirements

Dennis D. Kallelis
Chief Security Officer
IDEMIA Identity & Security

Maria Keady
Principal Compliance Manager / FSO / ITPSO
BlackBerry Government Solutions

Topics will include:

• Modifying the all-in-one documents to suit your company’s individual needs
• The future of cybersecurity and its impact on security requirements
• Developing internal practices to ensure that you are properly mitigating potential risks
• Demystifying network infrastructure

Conference Adjourns

Remarks from the Co-Chairs

Curtis H. Chappell
Vice President, Security
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Jill McClune
General Counsel, US
Avon Protection Systems, Inc.

The Heightened DCSA Focus on the “I” in FOCI: New Reporting and More Requirements Affecting DCSA Approvals

Michelle D. Hertz
VP General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
CGI Federal Inc.

Angeline Chen
General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer
MarkLogic Corporation
(a Progress Software Corporation)

Andrew McAllister
Partner
Holland & Knight

• The practical impact of DCSA’s increased focus on the “I” in FOCI
• The top challenges and concerns affecting companies operating under FOCI restrictions
• If your company has recently undergone acquisition mitigation, what are the implications of this development?
• From inception to completion: A real-life look at the FOCI mitigation agreement process in today’s climate
• Identifying new pertinent data to include in your filings

Networking Break

The Increasing Overlap of FOCI and CFIUS: Evolving Considerations Affecting Filings, Reviews, Mitigation Agreements – and Your Strategy for Managing Concurrent Processes

Jill McClune
General Counsel, US
Avon Protection Systems, Inc.

Jim Slear
Partner
Thompson Coburn LLP

Olga Torres
Managing Member
Torres Trade Law, PLLC

• CFIUS and FOCI timelines: How does CFIUS involvement alter the usual timelines for FOCI
• Uncover the crucial role that FOCI plays in the CFIUS review process — vital information for navigating the complex regulatory landscape
• Maximizing Efficiency: Tips and techniques for managing FOCI and CFIUS processes concurrently
• Best practices for coordinating with government, transaction parties, and outside counsel
• Tackling FOCI concerns while conducting due diligence and drafting transaction documents

C-LEVEL EXECUTIVE PANEL

Business Leaders Discuss the Implications of FOCI on Corporate Goals, Tactics and Priorities

Moderated by:

Chris Griner
Partner
Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, LLP

Pete Dordal
President
GardaWorld Federal Services

Robert Geckle
President & CEO
Airbus Space & Defense, Inc.

John C. Rood
Proxy Holder
Hitachi Vantara Federal
CEO & Chair
Momentus Space

• The business impact of FOCI mitigation on possible delays to company operations
• Detecting and handling FOCI concerns in the initial stages of due diligence and taking preemptive measures to manage any associated risks
• The practical evolution of FOCI mitigation in a business
• The breadth of FOCI commitments and their lasting consequences to the business structure
• The value proposition of FOCI mitigation

Closing Remarks from the Co-Chairs &, Conference Concludes