Mike Brown
Defense acquisition practitioner and guest expert who has worked in acquisition organizations including the Defense Innovation Unit and Rapid Capabilities Offices, providing operational perspective on procurement reform.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 55min
The New Dawn of Defense Acquisition
Mike Brown, a defense acquisition practitioner who has worked at the Defense Innovation Unit and Rapid Capabilities Offices, shares an operational view on procurement reform. The conversation covers Hegseth’s reforms, shifting to speed and accountability. They discuss PAEs, MOSA, faster fielding of drones and software, startup opportunities, and likely resistance from incumbents and headquarters.
