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Thompson Gray was proud to sponsor and participate in Society of Defense Financial Management (SDFM)'s European DFMI last week! Representing Thompson Gray at the event were Taylor Buffington, Tony Pappas, PMP, and Lauren Lerma, PMP who had the opportunity to connect with attendees and contribute their expertise throughout the event. Taylor led a G-Invoicing training session, sharing practical tips and best practices to support attendees in their day-to-day execution, while Tony presented on the differences and integration points between Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Taylor, Lauren, and Tony were also each presented with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of their contributions to the event. We’re grateful for opportunities like European DFMI that allow Thompson Gray to support the defense financial management community, share our expertise, and strengthen connections globally! #ThompsonGray #SDFM #EuropeanDFMI #DefenseFinancialManagement #DataAnalytics

Get to know one of the talented employee-owners at Thompson Gray — meet Melissa Smith-Yeager (Us), this month's Employee Spotlight! As an Operations Directorate Senior Defense Travel Administrator, Melissa brings more than 20 years of Department of War experience to her role, where she improves processes, develops innovative solutions, and enhances customer service. Her dedication to operational excellence has made a lasting impact, including designing a Microsoft Teams Cross-Organization Funding Request System that became the standard process across PEO Missiles & Space. Outside of work, Melissa and her husband Jeff, both enjoy cheering on their son at football, baseball, and fishing tournaments, giving back through youth sports as the co-owners of the Rocket City Monkeynauts Baseball Organization, and spending time outdoors with her family. Thank you, Melissa, for your leadership, innovation, and commitment to Team TG! #EmployeeSpotlight #ThompsonGray #EmployeeOwner

🚨 G-TEAD USARPAC ACE 27-01: Autonomous Sustainment powered by xTech is launching a call for autonomous delivery tech built to sustain distributed forces across contested island chains. Announcing G-TEAD USARPAC ACE 27-01: Autonomous Sustainment, powered by Army FUZE xTech and delivered in partnership with U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC). This competition offers a total prize pool of $1.5M in non‑dilutive cash prizes for autonomous air and ground delivery solutions engineered for complex maritime, littoral, and land environments. The competition is seeking ready‑to‑deploy (TRL 6+) autonomous delivery systems that can operate with minimal oversight, reduce logistical burden, enhance mobility, and integrate seamlessly with Army sustainment and command‑and‑control (C2) systems to strengthen distributed operations at the tactical edge. 💰 Up to 15 finalists will be awarded $25,000 and invited to participate in a live Soldier exercise event with the US Army and United States Department of War in November 2026 at Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center in Hawaii. Finalists whose technology is integrated in the exercise will earn an additional $25,000. Up to 5 winners will receive $150,000 each and gain access to potential pathways for follow‑on agreements and contracting opportunities. Finalists may be selected for leave‑behind testing that could lead to other transaction agreements (OTAs) with a total funding pool of up to $2M, accelerating technology maturation and adoption at the tactical edge. ⚠️ The white paper submission window is open from now until August 17, 2026 at 5pm ET — submit yours to shape the Army’s next generation of autonomous sustainment capabilities. 🔗: http://spr.ly/6049B1BzpP #xTech #ArmyFUZE #GTEAD #USARPAC #AutonomousSystems #SustainmentTech #PowerOfThePIT

Thompson Gray is proud to be a part of the Space and Missile Defense Symposium in Huntsville, AL August 11th-13th at the Von Braun Center. We are proud to be a part of this event each year that brings together leaders across the space, missile defense, and national security communities. We’re looking forward to sharing how we support the mission through integrated, results-driven solutions at booth #1219. #ThompsonGray #SMDSymposium #DefenseContractor

Last week, members of Thompson Gray's NoVA team attended the AGA Professional Development Training (PDT) in Washington, D.C. It was a great few days connecting with government financial management professionals, customers, partners, and industry peers from across the federal community. Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect with our team and learn more about Thompson Gray and the mission-focused solutions we provide. We're thankful for the opportunity to strengthen existing relationships, build new connections, and continue supporting the missions that matter most. #ThompsonGray #AGAPDT #DefenseFinancialManagement

Every new addition strengthens our team. This month, we're pleased to welcome five new employee-owners to Thompson Gray! As we continue to grow, we're grateful for the talented individuals who choose to build their careers with us and help advance the important work we do in support of our customers and our nation. We look forward to the ideas, expertise, and dedication each of you brings to our employee-owned company. Welcome to Team Thompson Gray—we're excited to have you with us! #ThompsonGray #TeamTG #NewHires #EmployeeOwned

Behind every mission is great talent—meet Max Song, an SAP Subject Matter Expert and Business Analyst supporting the U.S. Army Financial Management Command's Systems Support Operations team. With more than 20 years of experience in defense financial systems and SAP implementations, Max plays a vital role in sustaining and enhancing GFEBS operations, supporting Army Pacific local national payroll processes, and developing solutions that improve business processes and mission effectiveness. Currently based in South Korea, Max brings a passion for both his work and his family, embracing opportunities to explore the outdoors, travel, and create lasting memories with his wife and two sons. Thank you, Max, for your leadership, expertise, and dedication to supporting the mission and making a positive impact on Team TG every day! #EmployeeSpotlight #ThompsonGray #EmployeeOwner

This past Saturday, Thompson Gray was proud to sponsor the South Huntsville Main Business Association's Summer Hays Day! ☀️ Hosted at The Park at Hays Farm, this fun-filled community event brought together local businesses, families, and neighbors for a morning of connection, activities, and celebration. The South Huntsville Main Business Association is dedicated to supporting, promoting, and advocating for businesses throughout South Huntsville, and we were honored to be part of an event that showcased the incredible organizations and people who make our community thrive. As a company headquartered in South Huntsville, we are proud to invest in the community we call home. Events like Summer Hays Day strengthen the relationships that make our city such a special place to live, work, and grow. A special thank you to the South Huntsville Main Business Association for organizing this outstanding event. We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our neighbors and fellow businesses, and we look forward to supporting our community for years to come! #ThompsonGray #EmployeeOwned #SouthHuntsville #HaysFarm

Thompson Gray is heading to AGA PDT in Washington, D.C., July 21st-23rd. We're proud to be part of this premier event bringing together the government financial management community. Stop by booth 412 to connect with our team and see how Thompson Gray delivers mission-focused financial management, audit readiness, and data-driven solutions that support real, measurable outcomes. #ThompsonGray #PDT26