Irvine, CA Government Contracting FAR & AASHTO Training
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Avoid costly mistakes – get your overhead rate right the first time. Every year, firms are held liable for overhead rate errors. Given the complexity and ever-evolving nuances of FAR, ensuring accuracy is critical for your firm’s success in government contracting.
Join SN’s in-person, 2-day FAR training to gain expert guidance from the nation’s leading FAR authorities, Tony Machi and Kellianne Mayer. Whether you’re an industry veteran or new to FAR, this training will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to properly develop, support, and defend your firm’s overhead rate.
This course is tailored for AE firms engaged in government contracting, as well as DOT staff involved in developing, auditing, or reviewing AE firm overhead rates.
Plus, earn 14 CPE credits in Accounting (Governmental).
Learning objectives include, but are not limited to:
- Overview of FAR theory and related rules
- What the AASHTO Guide means for your firm
- Navigating federal vs state requirements
- Roles and responsibilities for your firm vs the state DOT vs. subcontractors
Speaker Details
Kellianne Mayer, CPA, CPCM
Kelli brings unique inside government experience to the AE industry from her nearly 15 years in the federal government, having worked at the Defense Contract Audit Agency and the GSA. She applies this specialized understanding of government requirements that impact firm operations. Kelli specializes in advising engineering firms on FAR cost principles, contract regulatory provisions, and complex government accounting requirements.
Professional Highlights
- Certified Professional Contract Manager
- ACEC/AASHTO Task Forces, Member
- ACEC and State DOT Conference Presenter
Tony Machi, CPA, MBA
With a career spanning over three decades, Tony knows AE deeply, having long served at senior levels within the governmental and financial compliance function of one of the largest engineering firms in the U.S. Known for his consultative approach, Tony adeptly guides clients through complex challenges, offering clear and practical solutions.
A nationally recognized speaker, Tony’s extensive network within the state departments of transportation, AASHTO, and ACEC communities allows him to provide an impartial interpretation of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) across the country. His commitment to clarity, positive outcomes, and improved profitability for AE firms has earned him respect and strong relationships nationwide.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), Accounting and Finance from Duquesne University
- MBA, Accounting from Duquesne University
Professional and Community Highlights
- Certified Public Accountant, registered in PA and NY
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member
- AASHTO Committee on Internal and External Audit, Presenter
- ACEC/AASHTO Audit Guide Task Force, Member
- ACEC/AASHTO National Compensation Matrix Task Force, Former Member
- ACEC National and State Conference, Presenter
- ACEC TX Leadership Institute, Presenter
- Regularly present for state DOTs
- Duquesne University Accounting Advisory Board, Former External Director
Event Topic
Risk Management/RegulatoryRelevant Audiences
All Government Contractors
Early Bird:
$ 895.00
Register by 08/26/2026
Regular:
$ 1,095.00
Register by 11/04/2026
Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport
18800 Macarthur Boulevard
Irvine, California, US, 92612