ACT-IAC

What ACT-IAC does

ACT-IAC (American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public-private partnership founded in 1979 and headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. It convenes a community of more than 30,000 representatives drawn from over 100 federal agencies and 475+ industry companies to improve government outcomes through the use of technology. The organization functions as a vendor-neutral forum rather than a software vendor, providing a structured portfolio of conferences (Imagine Nation ELC, Emerging Technology and Innovation Conference), topical summits (Cybersecurity, CX, Health Innovation, Digital Transformation, Asset & Supply), forums (AI Forum, Supply Chain Innovation), agency-specific Federal Insights Exchange teams, nine Communities of Interest, professional development programs (Voyagers, Associates, Fellows, Partners, GAP), ACT-IAC Academy training and certifications, two podcasts, and a content library (Reports, Learning Library, NUCSL).

Its business model rests on three revenue streams: corporate membership dues scaled to each company's self-certified annual government revenues, tiered event and program sponsorships (Diamond Terabyte through individual program levels), and tax-deductible donations via the Combined Federal Campaign (charity code 15694). Government employees participate for free, which sustains the demand-side of the two-sided network and underwrites the value proposition that makes corporate dues and sponsorship defensible. Outreach is conducted through a community-led motion spanning the actiac.org website, weekly email newsletters, podcasts, social channels, in-person DMV-region events, and on-demand webinar content. Strategic direction is governed by the published Strategic Plan 2024-2028.

Name

ACT-IAC

Legal name

American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council

Website

https://actiac.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ACT-IAC is a 501(c)(3) public-private partnership founded in 1979 that convenes 30,000+ government and industry professionals across 100+ federal agencies and 475+ companies through conferences, summits, forums, and professional development programs. It funds operations via corporate membership dues, event sponsorships, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairfax

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Corporate Membership Dues: Companies pay membership dues based on their annual government revenues. As part of the application process, companies self-certify their annual government revenues and are provided with their annual dues amount. The dues schedule is available at /documents/2025-iac-dues-schedule.
2. Event Sponsorships: Organizations sponsor ACT-IAC conferences, forums, webinars, and podcasts. Sponsorship packages range from Diamond Terabyte (most comprehensive) to Premier Platinum Plus, Gigabyte, Megabyte, and individual program sponsorships.
3. Donations: As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, ACT-IAC accepts tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations. They participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) with charity code 15694.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ACT-IAC is a nonprofit public-private partnership that convenes government and industry professionals through membership-based programs, conferences, summits, forums, and Communities of Interest. Its core offerings include flagship conferences (Imagine Nation ELC, Emerging Technology and Innovation Conference), topical summits (Cybersecurity, CX, Digital Transformation, Health Innovation), the Federal Insights Exchange for agency-specific engagement, professional development programs (Voyagers, Associates, Fellows, Partners), the ACT-IAC Academy for certifications, podcasts, and a library of reports and white papers.

Product overview

ACT-IAC (American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council) is a nonprofit public-private partnership organization, not a software product company. It does not offer a unified platform or modular software product. Instead, ACT-IAC provides a suite of professional services, collaborative forums, educational programs, and networking opportunities for government and industry professionals. Its offerings include: ACT-IAC Academy for training and certifications; Federal Insights Exchange (FIE) for agency-specific collaboration; multiple annual conferences and summits (Imagine Nation ELC, Emerging Technology and Innovation Conference, Cybersecurity Summit, CX Summit, Health Innovation Summit, Digital Transformation Summit); two podcasts (Accelerating Government and The Buzz with ACT-IAC); nine Communities of Interest (Acquisition, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technology, Health, IT Management, Networks & Telecommunications, Service Delivery & Experience, Resilient Infrastructure, Talent Advisory Network); the Institute for Innovation for thought leadership; the Small Business Alliance for small business support; and various professional development programs (Voyagers, Associates, Fellows). The organization also produces reports, white papers, and maintains a learning library.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Institute for Innovation: A venue for government and industry innovators to address high-priority challenges and develop game-changing ideas.
• Federal Insights Exchange (FIE)
• Communities of Interest (COIs)
• Small Business Alliance
• ACT-IAC Academy
• Imagine Nation ELC

Products and services

• Imagine Nation ELC Flagship annual conference bringing together the government technology community to develop practical solutions and innovative strategies for government challenges.
• Emerging Technology and Innovation Conference Major multi-day conference bringing together the broader government technology community to discuss emerging technologies, AI, and innovation.
• Cybersecurity Summit Annual summit exploring cybersecurity, advanced technologies, and public service with national leaders and security experts.
• CX Summit Summit focused on customer experience transformation in government, showcasing real-world use cases, policy frameworks, and technology solutions.
• Health Innovation Summit Annual summit addressing healthcare technology, innovation, and transformation across federal health agencies.
• Digital Transformation Summit Summit focused on digital transformation strategies and implementation across government agencies.
• AI Forum Forum addressing AI acquisition, governance, and implementation strategies in federal government.
• Asset & Supply Chain Innovation Forum Forum exploring federal supply chain management, asset networks, network design, planning, and oversight strategies.
• Communities of Interest (COIs) Collaborative forums where government and industry develop best practices, solutions, and innovative strategies. Nine COI groups: Acquisition, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technology, Health, IT Management & Modernization, Networks & Telecommunications, Service Delivery & Experience, Resilient Infrastructure, Talent Advisory Network.
• Federal Insights Exchange (FIE) Short-duration programming that brings industry and government executives together, with agency leaders sharing priorities, challenges, and success stories. Operates across 13+ agency-specific teams (Agriculture, Commerce, DHS, DoD/Intel, DOI, GSA, HHS, Justice, NASA, State, Transportation, Treasury, VA, plus an Incubator team for other agencies).
• Institute for Innovation Venue for government and industry innovators to address high-priority challenges and develop game-changing ideas through projects, thought leadership, and the Igniting Innovation awards program.
• Small Business Alliance Member-focused group promoting small business interests through specialized programs, events, and networking opportunities tailored for small businesses in the government IT marketplace.
• ACT-IAC Academy Top-tier educational training designed to elevate skills and expertise of professionals passionate about leveraging technology to drive innovation in government. Offers programs like Certified Scrum Master training and AI Governance Professional certification.
• Voyagers Program Signature leadership development program empowering emerging professionals in the government technology community.
• Associates Program Mid-career leadership development program for professionals advancing in the government technology community.
• Fellows Program Senior leadership development program for established executives, including a Fellows Directory and ACT-IAC Fellows Awards.
• Partners Program Professional development track with a defined leadership agenda; one of ACT-IAC's tiered leadership programs awarding Continuous Learning Points (CLPs).
• Accelerating Government Podcast Conversations with ACT-IAC CEO Dave Wennergren featuring top government and industry experts discussing challenges, innovations, and lessons learned in government technology.
• The Buzz with ACT-IAC Podcast Podcast covering hot topics and key issues shaping the federal technology market with insights from industry and government leaders.

Named customers12 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• MaximuscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMaximus is a Premier Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026. As a Premier Sponsor, they receive extensive visibility among government and industry decision-makers, complimentary registrations, and recognition at ACT-IAC events.
• CGI FederalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCGI Federal is a Premier Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026. They also provide leadership in the Federal Insights Exchange, with Ann-Marie Johnson serving as Industry Chair.
• LeidosmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerLeidos is a Gigabyte Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026, receiving visibility and recognition at major conferences including Health Innovation Summit, Emerging Technology Conference, and Imagine Nation ELC.
• GDIT (General Dynamics Information Technology)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerGDIT is a Gigabyte Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026. Receives branding, signage, and registrations at select conferences and forums.
• OraclemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerOracle is a Gigabyte Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026 with visibility at major government technology events.
• SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerSAIC is a Gigabyte Sponsor of ACT-IAC for 2026. Receives recognition at key conferences and forums in the government IT marketplace.
• Carahsoft Technology CorpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarahsoft serves as a venue partner for ACT-IAC events, hosting events at their Conference & Collaboration Center in Reston, VA.
• Gaylord National Resort & Convention CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGaylord National Hotel & Convention Center in Oxon Hill, MD serves as venue for major ACT-IAC conferences including Imagine Nation ELC.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AFCEA International: AFCEA is a nonprofit membership association serving defense, intelligence, homeland security, and government IT professionals — directly comparable to ACT-IAC's mission. Both run flagship conferences, signals/electromagnetics chapters, and corporate membership programs targeting the federal technology contractor base.
• Professional Services Council (PSC): PSC is the leading trade association for the government professional and technical services industry, representing the same federal contracting base as ACT-IAC. Both advocate for and convene government contractors and federal customers, and both monetize via corporate membership dues and events.
• National Contract Management Association (NCMA): NCMA is a nonprofit professional association for contract management, acquisition, and procurement professionals — directly comparable as a federal-acquisition-focused membership body. Both deliver certifications, training, and conferences aimed at government and contractor audiences.
• Partnership for Public Service: Partnership for Public Service is a nonprofit focused on improving the federal government through leadership, talent, and performance — similar in mission and nonprofit structure to ACT-IAC. Both operate as neutral conveners between federal employees and outside experts.
• GovLoop: GovLoop is a free online community for government employees and contractors, comparable to ACT-IAC's community-led GTM model. Both target federal IT decision-makers and monetize via sponsorships from the same contractor base.
• Association of Government Accountants (AGA): AGA is a nonprofit membership association for government financial management professionals — comparable to ACT-IAC as a federal-professionals-focused body delivering training, certification (CGFM), and conferences. Both monetize via corporate sponsorships and member dues.

Broad incumbents

• National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA): NAPA is a nonprofit, congressionally chartered academy that advises on public management — comparable to ACT-IAC's research and convening role but more focused on policy and academy-style studies. Both serve as neutral forums connecting government leaders with subject-matter experts.
• CompTIA Public Sector: CompTIA is a broader IT industry trade association whose public sector arm serves many of the same government contractor audiences as ACT-IAC. Both run training programs, certifications, and communities targeting the federal IT workforce.

Others

• Government Executive (Government Media): Government Executive is the leading media brand covering the federal workforce — adjacent to ACT-IAC's content and convening function. Both monetize from overlapping federal IT contractor marketing budgets though Government Executive is for-profit media rather than a membership association.
• Carnegie Mellon Heinz College - Federal IT Programs: Heinz College is a leading academic institution running federal IT and public management executive education — adjacent to ACT-IAC Academy's professional development offerings. Both serve as upskilling channels for federal IT and acquisition professionals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ACTIAC
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/actiac
• Facebookfacebook.com/act.iac
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-council-for-technology-act-&-industry-advisory-council-iac-

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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