- Palantir senior counselor and longtime Pentagon official Greg Little will deliver a keynote address at the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit on Feb. 26.
- Little’s experience and leadership driving enterprise-scale digital transformation and integrating analytics and AI into mission systems makes him a highly-desired speaker
- Get your burning questions answered by Little after his keynote. Secure your seat now!
Potomac Officers Club, the nation’s leading GovCon networking, events and media organization, is excited to announce that Greg Little, Palantir Technologies senior counselor, will deliver a keynote speech at the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit this Thursday—Feb. 26 at the Hyatt Regency Reston in northern Virginia.
Dubbed the Davos of GovCon, the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit brings together the top CEOs and executives from industry to discuss their secrets to success, how they’re navigating a fast-changing acquisition environment and powering the next phase of growth.
Why Is the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit a Must-Attend for GovCon Executives?
The Potomac Officers Club’s 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit is a must-attend event for GovCon executives looking to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving federal market. The summit convenes industry leaders for high-impact discussions on acquisition trends, emerging technologies and mission priorities—offering unmatched opportunities for strategic insight, meaningful networking and partnership development at the executive level.
Take advantage of this unique chance to engage with the best and brightest minds in GovCon and shape the future of your GovCon business. Tickets are almost sold out—secure yours today!
Who Is Greg Little?
Little is a highly-respected technology and defense executive who uniquely blends strategic leadership in digital transformation, deep expertise in data-driven decision-making, and a strong track record of driving innovation at the intersection of technology and national security.
Some programs Little has managed include:
- Advana—the DOW’s premier enterprise data, analytics and AI platform capability that helps unify warfighting and business data for decision advantage across the department
- Pulse—a digital tool that applies real-world data to modernize performance measurement and accountability across the sprawling Pentagon enterprise
- Financial Management Data Strategy—Little led creation of the first Defense Financial Management Data Strategy and oversaw deployment of a big-data repository to transform how DOW business data is used for decisions and action
These programs demonstrate Little’s experience and leadership driving enterprise-scale digital transformation, integrating analytics and AI into mission systems, and reshaping how massive government organizations use data to inform operations, a rare combination valued across government and GovCon leadership circles.
What Has Greg Little’s Career Focused On?
Little has spent his career improving how large mission-focused organizations like the DOW leverage data, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to modernize their operations.
Before joining Palantir, Little spent almost 12 years at the Pentagon, finishing as deputy chief digital and artificial intelligence officer for business analytics in July 2023. He led enterprise data strategy, business analytics and digital transformation efforts across the Department of War, work that included shaping performance management and financial analytics at the nation’s largest federal agency.
Little spent almost three years as the DOW’s director of its chief financial officer data transformation office and nearly four years as the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) business integration office team lead. Here he chaired the development of the DOW Financial Management Functional Strategy, refining the first financial management data analytics vision and strategy supporting the DOW’s audit remediation strategy.
He also spent four years as the Defense Agencies Initiative implementation lead at the Defense Logistics Agency. Little’s experience advising both government and industry equips him to bridge complex technical challenges with mission-critical outcomes, making his insights especially valuable for organizations navigating AI, analytics and digital modernization.
What Little Will Address in His Keynote
Little’s keynote at the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit is likely to address several themes rooted in his deep experience with data-driven transformation, AI adoption and modernizing mission execution across government and industry.
Some possible topics include:
- Harnessing data, analytics and AI to unlock decision advantage through scalable data platforms and advanced analytics in both government and the broader GovCon ecosystem
- Digital modernization as a strategic imperative and how digital-first approaches are essential for government agencies and contractors to remain agile and effective amid rapid technological change
- Implications of AI for national security and industry collaboration and why GovCon leaders should integrate these technologies responsibly to deliver impact at scale
- And more!
Why Should I Attend the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit?
The 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit this Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, Virginia, brings together the elite leadership driving innovation and impact across the federal contracting landscape. Here are five reasons to attend the summit:
- Connect with elite GovCon leadership. The summit brings together C-suite and senior executives from major government contractors and tech innovators in one room, offering rare access to peers who shape acquisition strategy, budgets and mission outcomes.
- Gain strategic insights on the future of the industry. Sessions and keynotes focus on emerging trends like acquisition reform, defense technology evolution, AI integration, leadership in innovation and how to position your organization for success amid shifting federal priorities.
- Learn directly from top voices driving GovCon change. With keynotes and panels featuring executives from OpenAI, Palantir, AMD and other influential companies, you’ll hear forward-looking perspectives on technology, strategy and government collaboration that you won’t get elsewhere.
- Build high-value relationships. The event’s networking environment is designed to foster meaningful connections that can lead to new collaborations, teaming partnerships and business opportunities in future contracts.
- Shape your strategic outlook. Whether it’s adapting to evolving acquisition reforms or aligning with federal mission needs, the insights gained will help you refine strategic plans, accelerate growth, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing GovCon landscape.
In short—the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit is the premier forum for leadership, insight and influence in GovCon that can bolster your business and accelerate your career objectives.
What’s the Agenda for the 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit?
In addition to Little’s keynote, the agenda includes:
Keynotes by:
- Joseph Larson, OpenAI vice president and head of government
- Thiyagu Ramasamy, Anthropic head of public sector
- Keith Strier, AMD senior vice president for global AI markets
- Panels on paradigm-shifting topics:
- Navigating disruptors and integrators in a converging GovCon market at Leading the Shift: CEOs at the Crossroads of Innovation and Integration
- Resetting strategy without disrupting performance at New at the Top: Powering the Next Phase of Growth
- Competing and partnering in a commercial-capital defense market at Digital Warfighters: The New Power Players in Defense Tech
- Transitioning innovation into operational defense architectures at Golden Dome: Shaping Integrated Defense Through Collaborative Innovation
- Adapting pricing, talent and supply chains for rapid awards at Achieving Acquisition Reform: Navigating the New Rules of Winning
The 2026 GovCon Executive Leadership Summit this coming Thursday, Feb. 26 at the Hyatt Regency Reston is the can’t-miss GovCon conference for elite leadership driving innovation and impact across the federal contracting landscape. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to engage with the best and brightest leaders in GovCon and scale your impact in the federal marketplace. Sign up now!
