Bonnie Evangelista
Acquisition maverick who implemented rapid acquisition strategies for Army Defensive Cyber, the Joint AI Center, and the Chief Digital AI Office. Currently a strategic advisor supporting the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul team.
Top 3 podcasts with Bonnie Evangelista
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Jul 28, 2025 • 30min
Solving the Pentagon's Acquisition Puzzle
Bonnie Evangelista, an acquisition maverick and strategic advisor, dives deep into the challenges of Pentagon acquisition processes. She highlights the disconnect between the desired agility in acquisitions and the bureaucratic hurdles that impede progress. Evangelista shares her insights on the importance of fostering innovation through cultural change, advocating for streamlined processes and reduced bureaucracy. With her background in Army Defensive Cyber and the Joint AI Center, she emphasizes the need for building trust in federal contracting to enable meaningful reform.
Apr 16, 2024 • 36min
49. AI Spotlight: Use Cases in the Department of Defense
Explore the AI adoption and challenges in the DoD with insights from CDOs at DARPA and AFR. Learn about AI applications in federal agencies, efficiency and innovation in the DoD, utilizing AI for learning enhancement, and the evolution of digital and AI roles in DoD leadership.
Mar 5, 2024 • 37min
How Tradewinds is Shaping the Future of Defense Contracting with Bonnie Evangelista
Bonnie Evangelista, an expert in AI literacy in defense, talks about evolving contracting mechanisms like BAAs and CSOs reshaping military engagement with AI tech. The podcast delves into Tradewinds revolutionizing contract acquisitions aligned with the CDAO's mission, compliance with competition standards, and bridging the gap between innovation and procurement.
