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SUMMARY:Federal Technology Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The fourth annual Federal Technology Symposium (FTS) is hosted by the Office of US Senator Thom Tillis\, the Office of US Senator Ted Budd\, Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC)\, the North Carolina Military Business Center\, and the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH). \nCampus Map\nParking is available in parking lots: 4\, 6 and 10. View campus map. \nThe FTS will highlight the advanced technology needs of major military commands in North Carolina\, the Department of Defense (DoD)\, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, along with the correlating capabilities of the innovation ecosystem in North Carolina and the Southeast. The Symposium aims to establish dialogue and partnerships between industry\, academia\, and government to address the future technology needs of America’s warfighters and security agencies.  \nBeginning with a pressing tactical scenario and a series of in-depth roundtable discussions\, thought leaders with diverse views will explore pressing Defense and Homeland Security needs and how they may be addressed collaboratively through an expansive innovation ecosystem. Discussions will include emerging technologies\, collaboration for innovation\, the future of warfare and security in the face of mounting threats\, and demonstrations of dual-use advanced technologies that may help satisfy rapidly evolving requirements.\n \nThe value for you is a day-to: \n\n\nEngage with Innovators: Meet and interact with key personnel from government\, academia\, and industry all in one place\, fostering critical collaborations.\nDiscover Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge technologies and strategies to address your organization’s challenges and gaps.\nExpand Your Network: Strengthen your connections within the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem\, opening doors to future partnerships and opportunities.\nMaximize Networking: Benefit from extensive networking opportunities to connect you with influential leaders\, peers\, and potential collaborators.\nBroaden Perspectives: Gain insights from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other federal agencies\, expanding the scope of your understanding and capabilities.\n\n\n  \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/federal-technology-symposium/
LOCATION:Fayetteville Technical Community College\, Tony Rand Student Center\, Multi-Purpose Room (building #7) 2201 Hull Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Defense
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SUMMARY:Federal Contracting Series For Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host several collaborative\, in-person training events across North Carolina during 2024. The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nPart 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals\nThis training explores the fundamentals on doing business with the federal government. Topics include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina. (1 hour)\n  \nPart 2: Navigating Federal Small Business Certifications: An In-Depth Analysis\nThis session offers a deep dive into various certifications such as 8(a)\, HUBZone\, SDVOSB/VOSB and Women-Owned\, covering eligibility\, application processes\, and strategies for leveraging these certifications to expand business opportunities. (1 hour)\n  \nPart 3: Effectively Presenting Your Small Business to the Federal Government\nThis training focuses on real world tips\, tricks\, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime contractors\, in anticipation of teaming on current and future opportunities. (1 hour)\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/federal-contracting-series-for-small-businesses-2024-10-08/
LOCATION:Fayetteville Technical Community College\, Tony Rand Student Center\, Multi-Purpose Room (building #7) 2201 Hull Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Defense
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SUMMARY:Federal Technology Symposium (FTS)
DESCRIPTION:The third annual Federal Technology Symposium (FTS) is hosted by the Office of US Senator Thom Tillis\, the Office of US Senator Ted Budd\, Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC)\, the North Carolina Military Business Center\, and the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH).\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nCampus Map: Parking is available in parking lots: 4\, 6\, & 10. View campus map.\n \nAbout: The FTS will highlight the advanced technology needs of major military commands in North Carolina\, the Department of Defense (DoD)\, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, along with the correlating capabilities of the innovation ecosystem in North Carolina and the Southeast. The Symposium aims to establish dialogue and partnerships between industry\, academia\, and government to address the future technology needs of America’s warfighters and security agencies.\n \nBreakout Sessions: Beginning with a pressing tactical scenario and a series of in-depth roundtable discussions\, thought leaders with diverse views will explore pressing Defense and Homeland Security needs and how they may be addressed collaboratively through an expansive innovation ecosystem. Discussions will include emerging technologies\, collaboration for innovation\, the future of warfare and security in the face of mounting threats\, and demonstrations of dual-use advanced technologies that may help satisfy rapidly evolving requirements.\n \nThe value for you is a day to: \n\n\nEngage with Innovators: Meet and interact with key personnel from government\, academia\, and industry all in one place\, fostering critical collaborations.\nDiscover Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge technologies and strategies to address your organization’s challenges and gaps.\nExpand Your Network: Strengthen your connections within the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem\, opening doors to future partnerships and opportunities.\nMaximize Networking: Benefit from extensive networking opportunities to connect you with influential leaders\, peers\, and potential collaborators.\n\n\nBroaden Perspectives: Gain insights from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other federal agencies\, expanding the scope of your understanding and capabilities.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nPlanned Events for the Federal Technology Symposium (FTS ’24) Road To War (RTW):\nClick to register for these events. \n\n\nJuly 19\, in-person Coffee Call\, Presenter: Ray Semko\, Security Expert and Counterintelligence Professional\nJuly 26\, in-person Coffee Call\, 4th Anniversary DEFTECH Coffee Call\nAugust 5\, Tech Protect Workshop at Fayetteville Technical Community College (more details to follow)\nAugust 6\, the third annual Federal Technology Symposium\, FTS ’24\nAugust 6\, FTS ’24\, Woodpecker Baseball Game Social (Segra Stadium Fayetteville)\nAugust 7\, Warfighter Experience at Raven Advisory (Weapons familiarization\, Combat Driving\, and Drone Flying) (more details to follow)
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/federal-technology-symposium-fts/
LOCATION:Fayetteville Technical Community College\, Tony Rand Student Center\, Multi-Purpose Room (building #7) 2201 Hull Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Defense
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SUMMARY:Defense Technology Summit
DESCRIPTION:View Agenda\nThe second annual Defense Technology Summit (DTS) is hosted by the Office of US Senator Thom Tillis\, Office of US Senator Ted Budd\, Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC)\, the North Carolina Military Business Center and the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office. \nThe summit is held in conjunction with the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Warfighter Summit and Exposition on July 26-27\, 2023\, in Fayetteville\, North Carolina. The event will highlight the advanced technology needs of major military commands in North Carolina and of the Department of Defense (DoD) and the correlating capabilities of the innovation ecosystem in North Carolina and the southeast. \nThe Defense Technology Summit will establish a dialogue and partnerships between industry\, academia and government to address the future technology needs of America’s warfighters. Beginning with a pressing tactical scenario and followed by a series of in-depth roundtable discussions\, thought leaders\, with diverse views\, will explore pressing needs and how they may be addressed collaboratively through an expansive innovation ecosystem. Discussions will include topics such as emerging technologies\, collaboration for innovation\, and the future of warfare in the face of mounting threats\, and demonstrations of dual-use advanced technologies that may help satisfy rapidly evolving requirements. \nWhy participate:\nA single day\, a single location to meet and interact with government\, academia\, and industry innovators an opportunity to spend the following day with major defense contractors attending the AUSA Summit & Expo learn what others are doing that may help provide solutions to your organization’s gaps/problems expand your connections with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/defense-technology-summit/
LOCATION:Fayetteville Technical Community College\, Tony Rand Student Center\, Multi-Purpose Room (building #7) 2201 Hull Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Defense
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of US Senator Thom Tillis":MAILTO:scheduling@tillis.senate.gov
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