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Life @ Markon Roundup: August 2025

Written by Markon Team Member | Sep 5, 2025 2:00:00 PM

Life @ Markon Roundup: August 2025

At Markon, our people are the heart of everything we do.

Our monthly Life @ Markon Roundup highlights some of the stories that define our unique culture—celebrating our team's accomplishments, sharing exciting events, and showcasing the vibrant community that makes Markon a top workplace. Explore the highlights to see how we foster innovation, growth, and camaraderie every day.

 

2025 H1 Certification Recognition

At Markon, professional growth is part of how we strengthen our impact. In the first half of 2025, teammates across the company pursued new certifications that deepen our capabilities and reinforce the value we bring to every client mission. We’re proud to celebrate these accomplishments and the dedication behind them. This is how we stay energized, resilient, accomplished, and devoted - together. Congratulations to every newly certified teammate! Click to react, comment, and share on LinkedIn >>

 

JY Systems Summer Surge Networking Happy Hour

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the JY Systems x Markon Summer Surge Networking Happy Hour last week! It was a pleasure connecting with so many talented professionals over meaningful conversations, shared insights, and good food. Whether you stopped by to explore new opportunities or simply to expand your cleared network, we appreciated the chance to meet you. Click to react, comment, and share on LinkedIn >> 

 

Team Event: X-Golf Huntsville

Teamwork doesn’t stop at the office–and neither does our commitment to cultivating strong connections. The Huntsville team recently spent time together off the clock at X-Golf, strengthening the kind of trust and camaraderie that fuels great work. At Markon, we believe investing in our people and giving space to recharge leads to better outcomes for our clients and each other. Click to react, comment, and share on LinkedIn >>

 

Why AI Alone Won’t Win Government Contracts,
and What to Do Instead

During the Air Force District of Washington Industry Days, Colonel Villarreal, Director of Contracting, put it bluntly: “Too many proposals are starting to sound like they were written by the same robot.” In today’s AI-enabled contracting landscape, differentiation matters more than automation. The federal government isn’t just buying compliant content; it’s seeking trusted partners who understand the mission, bring real experience, and deliver results that matter. Click to react, comment, and share on LinkedIn >> 

 

 

Could you see yourself here?

Eager to join a team where your thoughts and skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Markon values our people and the tremendous impact each individual can make, that's why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. At Markon, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you advance, succeed, and enjoy the time you spend at work.

We are deeply dedicated to what mattersbringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions. Join us and make a meaningful impact.