Mission of the GovCon Advancement Mentoring & Engagement (GAME) Committee
The GovCon Advancement Mentoring & Engagement (GAME) Committee serves as a dynamic forum uniting government, military, and industry professionals across the GovCon ecosystem. Our purpose is to build bridges between experience and opportunity—connecting senior and emerging leaders in STEM, leadership, and federal service through intentional mentorship, engagement, and collaboration.
GAME fosters an inclusive, cross-generational community where members can learn, lead, and give back—strengthening the workforce that powers innovation and national security.
Our Mission
The mission of GAME is to provide a platform for government, military, and industry leaders to prepare, promote, support, and mentor each other, with a focus on advancing leadership and innovation in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
Through collaboration and engagement, GAME builds a powerful network that:
- Shares experiences and insights
- Enhances professional relationships
- Encourages meaningful contributions across the GovCon community
GAME programming centers on five core areas designed to cultivate leadership, engagement, and impact across the GovCon ecosystem:
- Mentorship & Leadership Development
- Creating structured, high-impact opportunities for professionals to learn from each other and grow as leaders.
- Workforce Enablement & Career Growth
- Equipping the GovCon workforce with resources, training, and tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving federal environment.
- STEM Advancement
- Supporting STEM education, awareness, and career pathways to inspire the next generation of innovators.
- Networking & Collaboration
- Building lasting relationships across government, military, and industry to strengthen community ties and knowledge sharing.
- Engagement & Outreach
- Expanding impact beyond mentorship—through community service, educational partnerships, and public engagement initiatives that give back to the GovCon and STEM ecosystems.
Join the GAME Community
To coordinate and amplify its mission, the GovCon Advancement Mentoring & Engagement (GAME) Committee operates through a team of dedicated volunteers. The committee leads event planning, program design, partnership outreach, and ongoing mentoring initiatives that strengthen the AFCEA NOVA community.
If you’d like to get involved, volunteer, or learn more about the GAME Committee, please fill out our prospective volunteer form below:
GAME Committee Interest Survey
As we build out GAME, your input will directly influence how we design our upcoming mentoring program and networking/engagement opportunities for 2026. This short survey (2–3 minutes) will help us understand your interests, experience, and areas of focus.
GAME Sponsorship & Impact
All proceeds from GAME events first cover event costs, with remaining funds directed toward STEM scholarships and outreach initiatives.
Corporate sponsorships provide a unique opportunity to:
- Invest in the future GovCon workforce
- Partner in advancing STEM education and leadership
- Demonstrate a shared commitment to mentorship and impact
Join us in playing your part in the GAME—where mentorship meets engagement, and innovation meets impact.
