National Association of State Workforce Agencies

NASWA Veterans Conference 2026

Washington, DC

July 8 - 10, 2026

“Serving Those Who Served”

Management Concepts is proud to be a Bronze Sponsor of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) Veterans Conference 2026, bringing together over 400 veterans’ employment and training professionals from across the nation. Visit us at Table 4 in the Independence Ballroom Foyer to discover how we’re empowering veteran service providers with transformative training solutions.

Attend Our Session

“Elevating Veteran Services with the National Veterans Training Institute’s Learning Ecosystem”

Date: Thursday, July 9

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Room: Lafayette Park

Speakers:

Alexandra Bergeron, Student Services Lead, Management Concepts
Mark Hannibal, Project Manager, Management Concepts
Dr. Rebecca Kelley, Curriculum Lead, Management Concepts
Kate McCord, Chief of Data & Performance, U.S. Department of Labor Veterans Employment & Training Service

Join the NVTI team for an engaging and interactive session designed to highlight how today’s evolving learning ecosystem is equipping veteran service professionals with the tools they need to succeed. This presentation will explore enhancements to existing courses and the launch of new learning opportunities. Attendees will gain insight into innovative offerings such as simulation-based learning and specialized courses focused on interview coaching, engaging employers to advance veteran employment outcomes, and supporting transitioning service members.

Visit Our Booth

Find us at Table 4 in the exhibit hall to explore our comprehensive suite of training solutions and resources for DVOP specialists, LVERs, and Consolidated staff members, and generalized training for other individuals within the veteran employment service provider industry.

Training Solutions

Certificate Program Journey Maps to guide veterans’ service providers through our innovative new programs
Comprehensive Training for professional development opportunities through NVTI’s expanding curriculum
State and local government training solutions through Management Concepts

A Powerful Partnership

Management Concepts operates the National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI) under a competitively awarded contract with the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS). NVTI’s training curriculum is designed to ensure that participants are trained in competencies that meet their clients’ needs, including on-site classroom sessions, distance learning, microlearning, podcasts, and webinars. Learn more.

Donald Thomas

President

Stephen L. Maier

President (outgoing)

As president of Management Concepts, Steve is a passionate people- and customer-centric leader who is focused on developing business relationships with top-tier executives, guiding the company vision and mission while overseeing business development and operations activities to constantly improve the caliber and delivery of training, professional development, and talent management services. For much of his career, Steve has been active in the federal government marketplace and is acutely aware of workforce development technology and trends. In addition, he is a member of software developer Privia’s board of directors.

Steve was awarded a BS in computer and information science from University of Michigan and an MS in computer science from Johns Hopkins University.