Acquisition Efficiency Working Group

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About the Initiative

The Acquisition Efficiency Working Group brings together leaders across government and industry to develop actionable, data-driven recommendations that improve acquisition processes, empower the workforce, and support mission delivery.

Convened by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA), the group serves as a non-lobbying forum for collaboration on reform efforts—starting with efficiency opportunities in the FAR. It aims to serve as a trusted resource to policymakers, including the Executive Branch, Congress, and the acquisition community at large.

This effort builds on NCMA’s longstanding commitment to advancing the profession through education, standards, and community-building. It reflects our belief that transformation in acquisition requires cross-functional collaboration, shared data, and practical solutions grounded in the realities of day-to-day mission execution.

Working Group Objectives

  • Efficiency: Recommend actions to support the streamlined Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other acquisition reforms 
  • Workforce Empowerment: Promote training and culture change that enables smarter, faster decisions
  • Research-Backed Agility: Share outcome-based practices supported by real-world insights

Ongoing NCMA Initiatives

The Working Group is part of NCMA’s broader investment in preparing the acquisition community for transformation:

Contract Management Standard® (CMS™): The only ANSI-approved standard for contract management. The CMS provides a shared framework and language across the acquisition lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Learning: Through Nexus, our annual event, and expanded certificate programs, NCMA fosters collaboration across roles to build a more agile, efficient acquisition ecosystem.

Meet the Working Group Chairs

Wes Bennet, Chair

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The Working Group is being chaired by NCMA Board Member, Wes Bennett, Vice President of Contracts at Booz Allen Hamilton. With deep expertise in both government contracting and federal government, Mr. Bennett brings a unique and valuable perspective to the Working Group. His leadership ensures a strong focus on mission-driven outcomes, cross-sector collaboration, and practical strategies for acquisition reform.

Soraya Correa, Vice Chair

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Soraya Correa, President and CEO of the National Industries for the Blind, will serve as Vice Chair. A former DHS Chief Procurement Officer, she led a $25B portfolio and over 1,500 professionals. Known for transformational leadership, she created acclaimed initiatives like the Procurement Innovation Lab and Reverse Industry Days, advancing federal acquisition through innovation and collaboration.

Full List of AEWG Members

  • Wes Bennett
  • Katrina Brisbon
  • Dan Chenok
  • Samantha Clark
  • Kraig Conrad
  • Soraya Correa
  • Eric Crusius
  • Tim Cummins
  • Megan Dake
  • Julie Dunne
  • Dave Ferris
  • Lesley Field
  • Dan Finkenstadt
  • Heather Gerczak
  • Claire Grady
  • Justin Grasso
  • Sally Guyer 
  • Chris Hetz
  • Cameron Holt
  • Leslie Hulser
  • Ian Kalin
  • Matt McGregor
  • William Roberts
  • Alexis Ross
  • Moshe Schwartz
  • Court Vanzant

NCMA Staff: 

  • Michelle Currier
  • Monica Puckett
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