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SUMMARY:35th Annual Milwaukee Night in Washington D.C
DESCRIPTION:This event highlights the contributions of the Milwaukee Region to the economic strength and vitality of the nation. Milwaukee Night also provides an opportunity to thank the legislators\, staff members and administrators who help us achieve our goal of making the Milwaukee Region a world-class location. \nPlease note:  The time of the event is 5:30 PM – 7:30PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/35th-annual-milwaukee-night-in-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Union Station – East Hall\, Union Station Dr NE\, Washington D.C.\, 20002
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
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SUMMARY:2025 Dept of the Navy Gold Coast - Premier Navy Procurement Expo (San Diego\, CA)
DESCRIPTION:The NDIA Department of the Navy Gold Coast Event is the premier Navy procurement expo in the country. Gold Coast provides a forum to educate\, guide\, and assist businesses\, large and small\, in support of the warfighter mission within The Department of the Navy and throughout the Department of Defense (DoD).  Gold Coast hosted in partnership with Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP)\, provides a forum to educate\, guide\, and assist businesses\, large and small\, in support of the warfighter mission within the Department of the Navy and throughout the DoD.  The event provides exciting and relevant topics delivered by government and industry experts – and boasts insightful panels\, workshops and networking events. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-dept-of-the-navy-gold-coast-premier-navy-procurement-expo-san-diego-ca/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 W Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
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SUMMARY:NDIA 17th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update - Novi\, MI
DESCRIPTION:The NDIA Michigan Chapter presents the 17th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update. GVSETS provides the opportunity for the Ground Systems community to network and share technical research and innovations while discussing capability gaps and modernization needs. With global threats becoming more aggressive and complex\, our nation must implement solutions to ensure our Warfighters have the tools and solutions for current and future conflicts. \nTo start\, scientists and engineers from government\, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the GVSETS Technical Sessions. The Technical Sessions are executed in conjunction with the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD)\, with paper publication support delivered by SAE Government Technologies. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-17th-annual-ground-vehicle-systems-engineering-technology-symposium-gvsets-modernization-update-novi-mi/
LOCATION:Novi Suburban Collection Showplace\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250620T211245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T232153Z
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SUMMARY:FusionX:GreatLakes Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with the 5 Lakes Institute\, FusionX:GreatLakes Roadshow is designed to introduce institutional investors\, strategic capital providers\, and industry stakeholders to emerging opportunities in fusion energy and its growing supply chain. \nFusion energy is no longer a distant promise. The Great Lakes region is positioning itself at the heart of this transformation\, with the Midwest’s deep pool of capital and strong industrial base paving the way for a thriving fusion energy sector. \nAt FusionXInvest:GreatLakes\, participants will gain insights into: \n\nFusion’s commercialization roadmap—and why now is the perfect time to invest.\nCase-studies with SHINE Technologies and Realta Fusion\, showcasing real-world investment and scaling strategies.\nDirect discussions between fusion leaders\, supply chain innovators\, and investors focused on partnership and capital deployment.\nPractical strategies for structuring and de-risking investments in fusion and advanced manufacturing sectors.\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/fusionxgreatlakes-roadshow/
LOCATION:Chicago Conference Center\, 120 South Riverside Plaza\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T123000
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SUMMARY:16th Annual NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Meeting - in person (Chicago\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:Join the 16th Annual NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Meeting at MxD Chicago! \nClick HERE to view Speaker bios \nThursday\, July 17 \n\n\n16th ANNUAL NDIA GREAT LAKES CHAPTER MEETING\n\n\n\n\nJoin our NDIA Chapter Members\, MxD\, and WPI along with a fantastic speaker line-up for this annual event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n\n  \n\nThursday\, July 17 · 1 – 6:30pm CDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n  \n\nMxD \n1415 North Cherry Avenue Chicago\, IL 60642 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30 PM – Registration Opens \n\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – Program Begins \n\nNDIA Welcome & Year in Review — Nick Cucci\, President & MxD Welcome — Berardino Baratta\, CEO\, MxD\n\n\n\n\n1:35 PM – Keynote \n\nMichael A. Brown\, Partner\, Shield Capital\n\n\n\n\n2:05 PM – Featured Speaker \n\nDr. Arun Seraphin\, Executive Director at Emerging Technologies Institute\n\n\n\n\n2:45 PM – MxD Factor Floor Tour \n\n\n\n\n3:30 PM – Panel Discussion on Quantum & AI Driving the Future of Defense \n\nMODERATOR — David Boulay – President\, IMEC PANELISTS: — Kate Timmerman – CEO\, Chicago Quantum Exchange — Harley Johnson\, Director and CEO\, Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park — Mark Sch…\n\n4:10 PM – Featured Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\nJeremy Roehm\, Chief of Technology & Partnerships – US\, Rolls-Royce\n\n\n\n\n4:40 PM – Networking Reception \n\n\n\n\n6:30 PM – End of Program \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nFree venue parking\n\n\n\n\n\nAll are Welcome! Join our NDIA Chapter Members\, MxD\, and WPI along with a fantastic speaker line-up for this annual event. This in-person event will be held in Chicago\, IL. \n\n\n\n\nNDIA Great Lakes Chapter Annual Meeting – Overview\nJoin us on Thursday\, July 17th for the 16th Annual NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Meeting\, This year’s event – hosted by MxD in Chicago\, IL – will provide opportunities for engagement\, networking\, and knowledge sharing\, as well as an opportunity to tour MxD’s 22\,000 square foot research facility that is used to test and demonstrate new manufacturing and workforce training technologies\, as well as need for cybersecurity in manufacturing. \nThe NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Annual Meeting serves as a connector for the aerospace and defense communities across the Midwest\, championing innovation\, collaboration and regional growth. As part of the National Defense Industrial Association\, the chapter plays a vital role in advancing national security through the integration and acceleration of emerging technologies. \nWe’re excited to announce that Michael A. Brown\, former director\, Defense Innovation Unit (DUI)\, U.S. Dept. of Defense\, will be our keynote speaker at this year’s event. He’ll join other esteemed speakers and presenters associated with the defense industrial base to be announced once confirmed. \nAgenda\nCLICK to view the program agenda. \nCLICK here to view speaker bios. \nWhy Attend? \nConnect with Defense and Industry Leaders\nNetwork with key stakeholders from the Department of Defense\, prime contractors\, suppliers\, and innovators driving national security initiatives across the region. \nGain Insight into Emerging Defense Priorities\nHear directly from experts about evolving defense strategies\, funding priorities\, and how industry can align to support mission-critical needs. \nExplore Cutting-Edge Technologies\nLearn about the latest advancements in digital manufacturing\, cybersecurity\, clean energy\, and more—discover opportunities to apply these innovations within the defense ecosystem. \nGrow Your Business in the Defense Sector\nIdentify potential partnerships\, business development opportunities\, and procurement insights that can help you navigate and thrive in the defense marketplace. \nSupport Regional Innovation and Workforce Development\nBe part of the conversation shaping the future of defense in the Great Lakes region—help strengthen the talent pipeline and technology base that supports our warfighters. \n\n\n\n\nPresented By: \n\nNational Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter\nMxD – Host\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Dress Code: Uniform of the day / Business Casual \n\n\n\n\nNotes from event host MxD: \n\nFree parking is available to MxD guests.\nPlease note for this event\, no citizens from US Sanctioned Countries will be allowed.\n\nArea Lodging and Directions via Public Transportation\nCLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\nThank You to our Chapter Sponsors!
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/16th-ndia-great-lakes-chapter-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:MxD Innovation Center\, 1415 North Cherry Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Out of State,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250717
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
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SUMMARY:NCMA World Congress 2025 - Grapevine\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the world’s largest gathering of contract management professionals. \nA powerhouse is a source of influence or inspiration from one having great drive\, energy\, and ability. This year’s World Congress theme recognizes the crucial impact our profession has on agencies\, organizations and missions. Are we focused on innovation and what’s next? Yes. Are we continually leveraging the wisdom of the past? Yes. Amid a demanding environment that never seems to slow its pace\, we feel that it is important to pause together to reflect on and celebrate our successes. Learning and networking side by side\, this is our chance to convene as a mighty profession – driving the deals that make our nation run and succeed. \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-world-congress-2025-grapevine-tx/
LOCATION:Grapevine\, TX\, Grapevine\, TX
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
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CREATED:20241106T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T191521Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Supply Chain Alliance Conference & Exhibition - Richmond\, VA
DESCRIPTION:The conference and exhibition promises to be one of the best\, with government and industry leaders focusing on future logistics support strategies\, challenges\, and streamlining efforts to better support the warfighter. Join us as we host dynamic speakers from industry and defense with backgrounds in logistics and acquisition\, aviation\, and land and maritime. No matter if you are a small business looking to begin a working relationship with DLA or an established large business that wants to strengthen the relationship you have already developed\, we look forward to your participation at this event! \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-defense-logistics-agency-dla-supply-chain-alliance-conference-exhibition-richmond-va/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 N. 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA":MAILTO:apeters@NDIA.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Government Contracting Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The IA-IL Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the 16th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium on June 3rd and 4th 2025 at Vibrant Arena in Moline\, IL to give Defense Contractors working in our region valuable resources and opportunities in this field. \nRecent world events (State sponsored Cyber-attacks\, The War in Gaza\, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine\, threats in the Indo-Pacific) have exposed unique challenges to the U.S. Industrial Base and Supply Chain while we are challenged to conduct secure communications and Mission Command even in the Homeland. The U.S. Army is consistently trying to keep pace with an evolving adversary and emerging threats in all domains. This creates additional challenges in the combat environment and our ability to build readiness of our forces and maintain effective mission command. A key to sustaining overmatch and building readiness is to innovate at the speed of need. Come listen to how the Army is innovating and exploiting emerging technologies to sustain the OIB\, Supply Chain and Mission Command on the digital battlefield through data-driven decisions and investments that enable us and our allies to sustain an advantage in Multidomain Operations. \nNDIA will sponsor a two-day conference at Vibrant Arena in Moline\, IL where we will bring in Defense Experts to examine the recent current events throughout our World and how our Defense Department will sustain and grow the U.S. Industry Base\, Supply Chain and Mission Command. \nBy attending\, you will be receiving the latest information on hot topics in government contracting and Army Doctrine\, as well as taking advantage of the chance to interact with key government and industry experts. You won’t want to miss this vital networking opportunity! \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/16th-annual-government-contracting-symposium/
LOCATION:Vibrant Arena at The Mark\, 1201 River Dr.\, Moline\, 61265
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Iowa/Illinois Chapter":MAILTO:admin@ndia-ia-il.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T134500
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250513T141203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T141322Z
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SUMMARY:GSA Industry Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The General Services Administration (GSA) is hosting a webinar to discuss the contract consolidation requirements under Executive Order 14240: Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement and GSA’s deviations under the initiative to overhaul the Federal Acquisition Regulation under Executive Order 14275: Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/gsa-industry-meeting/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Out of State,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250109T180228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T180228Z
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SUMMARY:SAME 2025 Joint Engineer Training Conference (JETC) & Expo - Louisville\, KY
DESCRIPTION:Join uniformed engineers\, government civilians\, industry leaders\, young professionals\, and innovators for the premier event dedicated to advancing engineering services in support of the warfighter and the joint engineer mission. \nThere will be: \n\nEducation & Training Sessions\nKeynote Speaker\nExecutive Panel with the Engineering Service Chiefs\nPre-Conference Workshops\nJoint Engineer Warfighter Seminar\nExhibit Hall Featuring A/E/C Companies\nMicro Session Theater featuring sessions on a variety of topics\nSAME Celebrations\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-2025-joint-engineer-training-conference-jetc-expo-louisville-ky/
LOCATION:Kentucky International Convention Center\, 221 S. 4th St.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250109T172403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T172403Z
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SUMMARY:NCMA Emerge | Small Business Expo and Training - Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. industrial base\, and NCMA’s brand-new event\, Emerge\, is your gateway to success in federal contracting. This one-day event head in the heart of Washington D.C. is designed to connect small businesses\, government representatives\, and prime contractors in a collaborative environment where you can build skills\, expand your network\, and gain actionable insights. \nTwo Training Tracks Tailored for Your Needs\n\nSmall Business Sellers: Learn the ins and outs of federal contracting\, from understanding regulations to pricing strategies\, proposal development\, and communication with government buyers. Whether you’re new to the market or scaling your operations\, this track will help you navigate the contracting lifecycle with confidence.\nAgency and Prime Contractor Buyers: Unlock the keys to engaging small business partners. This track focuses on market research\, pre-award communication\, meeting small business goals\, and building successful partnerships.\n\nOpportunities to Connect and Collaborate\n\nExpo Hall: Discover small business capabilities and connect with federal agencies and prime contractors showcasing their small business programs.\nOne-on-One Coaching: Receive personalized guidance tailored to your federal contracting goals.\nSmall Business Demos: Watch small businesses showcase their innovative products and services in action.\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-emerge-small-business-expo-and-training-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington\, D.C.\, 20004
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250206T155649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T191920Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago District Corps of Engineers Open House - Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:This event offers an opportunity to explore U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Chicago district’s latest and upcoming projects\, advancements in engineering\, and to meet the team driving their mission forward.  This Open House is an occasion to connect\, collaborate\, and celebrate the contributions of the engineering community. \nAs part of the event\, there will be a limited number of 20-minute elevator pitch slots for companies to present their capabilities. These slots will be assigned on a first-come\, first-served basis. If you are interested in briefing the district leadership\, please respond to the post-registration email. \nPlease click here to view the agenda.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/chicago-district-corps-of-engineers-open-house-chicago-il/
LOCATION:Chicago District Office\, 231 S LaSalle St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
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SUMMARY:COLLIDER – Opportunity Validation: Know Your Defense Market & Make a Sale
DESCRIPTION:Understanding a potential customer’s problem and how your product or service will solve it is vitally important in any market\, even more so with the Department of Defense (DoD).  Other than running out of money\, the biggest reason for small business failure is not having done the homework to fully comprehend and address the user’s needs.  At this Collider\, we will look at the key factors needed to successfully research and determine the viability of a new opportunity.  This will include a focus on where to find military requirements and how to create a DoD-specific business model that will maximize the chance of winning contracts.  Learn about the real meaning of “selling” and the best proven approaches to making an effective sales pitch. \nType of Event: Hybrid (just let us know at registration) \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/collider-opportunity-validation-know-your-defense-market/
LOCATION:The Hub Dayton\, 31 South Main Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250311T162255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T143448Z
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SUMMARY:2025 SAME Rock Island Post Small Business Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host the 2025 Rock Island Small Business Industry Day on Wednesday\, April 9\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST) in the Quad Cities! As in previous years\, we will also have a social/networking event the night before the conference on Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025. One-on-one meetings will be available on Tuesday afternoon before the social/networking event. More information on the one-on-one opportunities and how to sign up will be provided later. Both events will be held at the RiverCenter in Davenport\, Iowa. \nRegister now to showcase your business’ unique capabilities and hear from speakers representing the private and public sectors discussing best practices and upcoming USACE projects. The event will include briefings from Rock Island District staff and opportunities to meet one-on-one with Government representatives and other businesses. This event is open to all businesses\, small and large\, interested in doing business with the federal government. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-same-rock-island-post-small-business-industry-day/
LOCATION:RiverCenter\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T155051Z
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SUMMARY:'Cash is King: Payments and Vouchers in PIEE & WAWF' Collider
DESCRIPTION:Cash flow is critical.  From paying your employee payroll and office lease to marketing expenses and keeping the lights on\, cash flow is necessary to keep your business enterprise afloat.   Fortunately\, when you have a DoD contract\, timely payment is assured\, however\, it is predicated on being able to correctly submit an invoice through wide-area workflow (WAWF) which is part of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).   Understanding both applications is necessary to maintain your federal contract cash flow.  This collider is your opportunity to engage with the experts from Air Force Materiel Command\, Air Force Research Laboratory\, Air Force Test Center\, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center\, Defense Contract Audit Agency\, Defense Contract Management Agency\, and Defense Financial and Accounting Services to hear their first-hand insights with PIEE\, WAWF\, working with contractor payment data\, and importantly the agencies responsible for administrating\, paying and auditing your invoices\, DCAA\, DCMA and DFAS.  On top of this\, we will have Contracting Officers sharing their experience with WAWF and sharing best practices.   If you agree Cash is King\, join us on March 27th! \nType of Event: Hybrid (just let us know at registration) \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cash-is-king-payments-and-vouchers-in-piee-wawf-collider/
LOCATION:The Hub Dayton\, 31 South Main Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250109T181600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T184321Z
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SUMMARY:2025 SAME Capital Week - Rockville\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Open exclusively to SAME members\, this opportunity will help in planning your company’s acquisition strategy. Hear about the government’s upcoming engineering\, design\, construction\, and environmental programs during the FY2026 DOD & Federal Agency Programs Briefings. \nNetwork with leaders and meet directly from contracting representatives\, flag and general officers\, and other decision-makers from the engineering components of the military services and several federal agencies. \nCAPITAL WEEK HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: \n\nConcurrent Briefings Presented by Government Agencies\nExecutive Leader Panel\nNetworking Opportunities\nFoundation Silent Auction\nIGE Pre-Conference Summit\n\nCheck out the schedule\,  secure your seat\, and book your hotel! \nUniformed Service/Government attendance is complimentary (but you still need to register). \nNot a Member? You will have the option to join SAME during registration. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-same-capital-week-rockville-md/
LOCATION:Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center\, 5701 Marinelli Rd\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250226
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250117T164610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T164821Z
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SUMMARY:DARPAConnect Minneapolis (Minneapolis\, MN)
DESCRIPTION:DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is the U.S. Department of Defense’s premier research and development agency\, dedicated to advancing the nation’s technological edge. \n  \nWhether you’re new to DARPA or a seasoned performer with the agency\, this event will provide insights on “How to DARPA” with its leadership and networking opportunities to help advance your efforts in national security innovation. This full-day event offers industry\, academia\, and emerging businesses an opportunity to gain insights into DARPA through sessions led by DARPA office directors\, program managers\, and staff. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/37481/
LOCATION:McNamara Alumni Center\, 200 Southeast Oak Street\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250227
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250109T211249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T150244Z
UID:10003282-1740355200-1740614399@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:NDIA 2025 Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference - Reston\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Operational & Industrial Impacts of the Technical Wheeled Vehicle Strategy \nThis event brings together leaders from the Department of Defense\, the military services\, industry\, prime contractors\, subcontractors\, suppliers\, and academia to address present and future tactical wheeled vehicle requirements.  The conference provides an atmosphere for open discussion between participants on the needs of the military users.  This conference is recognized industry-wide as the premier event focused on the tactical wheeled vehicle industry and its support to the Department of Defense and our nation’s warfighters.  The information and dialogue which will be presented is for all organizations which play a role in the design\, development\, innovation\, acquisition\, production\, delivery and sustainment of tactical wheeled vehicles to our government customers.  Interactive panel discussions and several networking events offer attendees access to OEMs and military leaders. \nKeynote Speaker: MG Michelle Donahue\, Commanding General\, Combined Arms Support Command\n \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-2025-tactical-wheeled-vehicles-conference-reston-va/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Reston\, 1800 Presidents St.\, Reston\, VA\, 20190
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA":MAILTO:apeters@NDIA.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20241216T223058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T223222Z
UID:10003279-1739145600-1739318399@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:HHS Industry Summit - Bethesda\, MD
DESCRIPTION:This premier event connects each of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Operating Divisions/Staff Divisions (OpDivs) with industry stakeholders to Empower Excellence through Innovation and Partnerships. The HHS Industry Summit is a two-day hybrid conference offering both in-person and virtual participation options. Attendees can explore three specialized tracks – Training\, Innovation\, and Procurement – crafted to meet the diverse needs of healthcare professionals and industry leaders. \nAttendees can: \n\nConnect with HHS Operating Divisions\nEngage in Specialized Tracks\nVisit the Exhibit Pavilion Highlighting HHS OpDivs\nParticipate in Matchmaking Opportunities\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/hhs-industry-summit/
LOCATION:National Institute of Health (NIH) Natcher Conference Center\, 45 Center Dr.\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20894
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Health and Human Services":MAILTO:HHSA2S@strategixmanagement.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20250109T170934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T170934Z
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SUMMARY:NCMA Nexus - Long Beach\, CA
DESCRIPTION:NCMA is the neutral forum for real conversations across functions and across government and industry. Nexus is a carefully curated event to create an environment where multi-functional buyer and seller teams train side by side on our shared and pressing challenges for solutions for supply chain risk\, requirements planning\, cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence\, intellectual property\, small business\, sustainability\, and more. \nThis event will dive deep into executing beyond OFPP Myth-Busting\, forging future buyer-seller relationships\, and conducting market research that leads to real solutions. It’s about asking the right questions upfront\, removing unnecessary processes\, and translating tough conversations into actionable industry invitations on critical topics like data rights\, cybersecurity\, AI\, compliance\, and supply chain issues. Attendees will gain acquisition lifecycle skills\, whether they’re program managers defining needs\, sellers helping to refine requirements\, legal teams framing key questions\, or finance ensuring the right funding. Nexus drives culture change and leadership in acquisition\, offering a space where all functional areas to craft innovative solutions. In-person and virtual registration will be offered. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-nexus-long-beach-ca/
LOCATION:Long Beach Convention Center\, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241123
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240130T231015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T195718Z
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SUMMARY:SAME 2024 Federal Small Business Conference for the A/E/C Industry - New Orleans\, LA
DESCRIPTION:Connect with a community of leading experts\, decision-makers\, solution providers\, business partners\, and federal contracting officers. There will be opportunities to connect with teaming partners\, compete in federal acquisition\, support the nation’s contracting goals. and engage in above-board networking between private companies and federal program managers and procurement/contracting officers \nAt SBC: \nSmall Businesses can… \n\nLearn from experienced companies in education sessions\nHear from and meet with government contracting officers about projects to compete for\nMeet with large companies that need subcontracting support\n\nLarge Businesses can… \n\nMeet with small business as potential subcontractors\nMentor small businesses through protégé agreements\nPosition as thought leaders and advocates for small businesses through exhibiting and presenting\n\nGovernment Agencies can… \n\nConduct market research of industry capacity to help set acquisition strategy\nDiscover innovations and trends from suppliers and providers\nConnect with and learn from other agencies on how they do business and work to increase standardization of processes among government for the benefit of industry and competition\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/same-2024-federal-small-business-conference-for-the-a-e-c-industry/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME":MAILTO:registration@same.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240628T210059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T193829Z
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SUMMARY:WI Federal Contractor Forum (Washington\, D.C.)
DESCRIPTION:November 18 – 20\, 2024\n\n\nHosted by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Board of Directors\, in partnership with the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter \nThe annual Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (WFCF) presents a unique opportunity to build your government business network and gain insights into government priorities and future opportunities. The Forum’s briefings\, discussions\, and networking opportunities will facilitate your access to the industrial\, political\, federal\, and Department of Defense experts and insiders necessary for developing a strong strategic position in the government marketplace. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator Board of Directors invites you to join them at this special event. \nLocation: Washington\, D.C. \nCLICK HERE for registration \nAccommodations\nA room block for WFCF with special event rate has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill hotel. Those registering for the event should contact Michael Steger at MichaelS@wispro.org to request room block information. We encourage you to make reservations promptly to ensure availability. \nSchedule [Eastern Time]\n\n\n\n\nNovember 18\, 2024 \nhosted by Husch Blackwell \n1801 Pennsylvania Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\n\n\n\n1:30 PM\nWPI Board meeting [closed to members only]\n\n\n\n3:00 PM\nPost-election briefing presented by Husch Blackwell and discussion followed by reception and networking\n\n\n\n4:30 PM\nNetworking reception\n\n\n\n6:00 PM\nEnd of Day One\n\n\nNovember 19\, 2024 \nU.S. Capitol\, SVC 203-02\n\n\n\n8:30 AM –  5:00 PM\nPanels\, speakers – industry and agency representatives\n\n\nNovember 20\, 2024 \nlocation TBD\n\n\n\n8:00 AM – 12 NOON\nPanels\, Speakers – industry and agency representatives\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nHill Visits\n\n\n\n\nConfirmed Speakers and Supporting Organizations\n\n\n\nJoe Barto\, Founder and President of TMG\, Inc.\, Program Lead for the Defense Industrial Base Talent Pipeline Program — BIO\nShannon Jackson\, Executive Director (SES)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization\, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services — LinkedIn\nWinston Chang\, Global Public Sector CTO\, Snowflake — LinkedIn\nAngela Ambrose\, Vice President of Government Operations\, Oshkosh Corporation — BIO\nJustin Fanelli\, Acting CTO\, Department of the Navy — LinkedIn— BIO\nBrian Waagner\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nKyle J. Gilster\, Office Managing Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nCormac T. Connor\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nCortney O’Toole Morgan\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\, Washington\, DC — BIO\nJeff Shen\, President\, Red Team Consulting — LinkedIn\nDaniel Chenok\, Executive Director\, IBM Center for The Business of Government — LinkedIn\nTony Ambegaoker\, Chief Information Officer\, Gunnison Consulting Group\, Inc. — LinkedIn\nFarooq A. Mitha\, Director\, Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) — BIO\nKhalil Mack\, Deputy Director\, Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) and Director\, APEX Accelerators — BIO\nKatie Webb\, Executive Vice President – Public Health\, Tria Federal — LinkedIn\nAndrew Tulli\, Deputy Associate Administrator / Director\, Compliance & Goaling Division\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization — LinkedIn\nEd Silva\, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)\, Gunnison Consulting Group\, Inc. — LinkedIn\nSean Ketter\, Vice President-Global Procurement & Supply Chain\, Oshkosh Corporation — LinkedIn\nNathaniel Millsap\, Director-Security & Cyber\, Fincantieri Marinette Marine — LinkedIn\nDavid Zvenyach\, Principal\, TandemGov — LinkedIn\nBaly Ambegaoker\, CEO\, TIDL Federal — LinkedIn\nAina Vilumsons\, President / Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator — LinkedIn\nLiz DeBiase\, Small Business Partner Advocate\, ICF — LinkedIn\nTahir Awan\, Principal\, Tahir Awan Consulting — LinkedIn\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Aina Vilumsons\, WPI President – Executive Director at ainav@wispro.org with questions. \n– Presented in partnership with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the NDIA Great Lakes Chapter \n\n  \n\n \nWPI Board of Directors \n\nSean Ketter\, Oshkosh Corporation\nJean Marie Thiel\, Belonger Corporation\nTodd Bentley\, Bentley World-Packaging\nV. David Zvenyach\, TandemGov\nNathaniel Millsap\, Fincantieri Marinette Marine\nBaly Ambegaoker\, TIDL Federal\nBarb LaMue\, New North\nJames Schutt\, Schutt Industries\nJim Segelstrom\, McNally Industries\nPaul C. Darley\, WS Darley & Company\nMichael Ward\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)\nBrian Waagner\, Husch Blackwell\nSara Redford\, WPS Health Solutions\nAina Vilumsons\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2024-11-18wk-wi-federal-contractor-forum-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20241105T152936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T154230Z
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SUMMARY:DARPAConnect Albany Regional Pop-Up (Albany\, NY)
DESCRIPTION:With the goal of breaking down barriers to entry\, this event is designed to educate\, motivate\, and inspire new potential performers from small businesses\, industry\, and academia to engage with DARPA and contribute to growing the national security innovation ecosystem. This one-day event offers an opportunity to gain insights into DARPA through sessions led by DARPA office directors\, program managers\, and staff. Additionally\, participants will have the chance to ask questions and receive answers directly from DARPA leadership. \n*Only virtual option is available. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/darpaconnect-albany-regional-pop-up/
LOCATION:NY CREATES’ Albany NanoTech Complex (ANC)\, 257 Fuller Rd\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240712T201222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T211826Z
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SUMMARY:SAME LMP Luncheon: Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers – Managing the World’s Largest Freshwater Resource [Lake Forest\, IL]
DESCRIPTION:SAME members and non-members are welcome. \nThe Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers unites the chief executives from Illinois\, Indiana\, Michigan\, Minnesota\, New York\, Ohio\, Ontario\, Pennsylvania\, Québec and Wisconsin. The Governors and Premiers work as equal partners to grow the region’s nearly $8 trillion economy and protect the world’s largest system of surface fresh water. The Conference builds upon over 40 years of work by the Council of Great Lakes Governors to encourage and facilitate environmentally responsible economic development. \nDavid Naftzger\, Executive Director\, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers\, will present a general overview of the organization and current focus on projects related to Water Management and Protection and Restoration of the natural resources. \nAGENDA \n11:00 AM – Registration and Networking \n11:30 AM – Lunch \n12:00 PM – Guest Speaker \n1:00 PM – Close of Program \n\n\nSPEAKER \n \nDavid Naftzger\, Executive Director\, GSGP\nAs Executive Director\, Dave oversees all projects and programs managed by the GSGP on behalf of the member Governors and Premiers. \n\n\n\nAdditional information on the GSGP can be found on their website here: http://www.gsgp.org/. \n\n\n\n\nContact SAMELMP100@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/luncheon-same-lake-michigan-post-technical-presentation-lake-forest-il/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa\, 26225 North Riverwoods Boulevard\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SAME LMP":MAILTO:SAMELMP100@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240828T140230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T140309Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Milwaukee Night in Washington D.C. - Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: \nMMAC President Dale Kooyenga\, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson & Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley \nThis event highlights the contributions of the Milwaukee Region to the economic strength and vitality of the nation. Milwaukee Night also provides an opportunity to thank the legislators\, staff members\, and administrators who help us achieve our goal of making the Milwaukee Region a world-class location. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/34th-annual-milwaukee-night-in-washington-d-c-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Union Station – East Hall\, Union Station Dr NE\, Washington D.C.\, 20002
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MMAC":MAILTO:info@mmac.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240206T020949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T201054Z
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SUMMARY:NGAUS 146th General Conference & Exhibition - Detroit\, MI
DESCRIPTION:The NGAUS General Conference is the Association’s annual business meeting. Army and Air National Guard officers from all 50 states\, three territories and the District of Columbia gather to network\, set their legislative agenda and hear from America’s civilian and military leaders. Family members\, industry representatives\, and local officials also attend. \nTheme: The National Guard: Built to Defend America. The theme makes a statement about who NGAUS is\, what they do\, and where they will gather to conduct the business of their association. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ngaus-146th-general-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Detroit\, MI\, Detroit\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240822
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20231219T222809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T222809Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event - San Diego\, CA
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event. Gold Coast provides a forum to educate\, guide\, and assist businesses\, large and small\, in support of the warfighter mission within the Department of the Navy and throughout the Department of Defense (DOD).  The event provides topics delivered by government and industry experts. There will be panels\, workshops and networking events. There are opportunities to meet government and industry contracting personnel through the one-on-one matchmaking sessions. On the exhibit floor\, there are opportunities to visit over 200 government agencies and industry organizations\, including the ten Navy Systems Commands.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-department-of-the-navy-gold-coast-small-business-procurement-event-2/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 W Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA San Diego":MAILTO:events@sandiegositepros.com
GEO:32.7068214;-117.1628713
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240818
DTSTAMP:20260607T142221
CREATED:20240806T184515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T184611Z
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SUMMARY:USPTO Invention-Con 2024: Expanding Your Intellectual Property Potential - Alexandria\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your intellectual property (IP) knowledge and gain access to resources\, business experts\, and innovators? Then join the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) free\, flagship conference for inventors\, makers\, and entrepreneurs. Tailored for the independent inventor and entrepreneur community\, the event brings inspiration and resources directly to you. \n\nLearn how innovators\, inventors\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners use IP to achieve success\nDiscover resources available to assist at every stage of your journey\nConnect with experts who can help you develop a strategy for your innovation\, from idea to market\n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/uspto-invention-con-2024-expanding-your-intellectual-property-potential-alexandria-va/
LOCATION:Madison Building\, Clara Barton Auditorium\, 600 Dulany St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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SUMMARY:NDIA 16th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update - Novi\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update provides the opportunity to personally network and share technical research. \nScientists and engineers from government\, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Michigan Chapter’s 16th Annual GVSETS & Modernization Update\, in coordination with The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD). \nNDIA is dedicated to enhancing warfighter capabilities and finding solutions for capability gaps which are growing in scope and complexity for current and future conflicts. The focus of the 2024 GVSETS is partnering with industry\, government\, and academia to explore technical areas that can support future formations and the digitization of the current and future Army. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ndia-16th-annual-ground-vehicle-systems-engineering-technology-symposium-gvsets-modernization-update/
LOCATION:Novi Suburban Collection Showplace\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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SUMMARY:15th NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Annual Meeting - Itasca\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Topics will include contracting\, small business\, Midwest manufacturing\, innovation\, and more! \nSchedule for the Day: \n10:00 AM – Golf Outing [limited availability – Sales Close 3PM\, Friday July 19]\n3:30 PM – Small Business Exhibitors Setup\n4:00 PM – Reception and Exhibits (networking and hors d’oeuvres) \nExhibitor Opportunity \n∙ All individuals participating in exhibition must register in Eventbrite under General Attendance. \n∙ Each business applying as a Small Business Exhibitor must include 1 add-on indicating interest in Small Business Exhibitor status. \n∙ Additional details on exhibitor participation to be communicated upon application and registration. \n5:00 PM – Program Begins \nAGENDA\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Matthew Travis\, CEO\, Cyber-AB\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMr. Travis is the first chief executive officer of the Cyber Accreditation Body (the Cyber AB). Previously\, Travis served as the first deputy director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)\, the nation’s leading civilian cybersecurity agency. There he oversaw the day-to-day operations of the $2+ billion\, 2000+ employee organization across the full range of its mission in cybersecurity\, infrastructure protections and emergency communications. Prior to this position\, he was the deputy undersecretary for national protection (NPPD) within the Department of Homeland Security. \nBefore entering government service in 2018\, Travis served as vice president of homeland security for Cadmus\, a security\, energy\, and environmental professional services firm. He joined Cadmus when the security consultancy he co-founded\, Obsidian Analysis\, Inc.\, was acquired by Cadmus in 2016. \nA former naval officer\, Travis served as an engineering auxiliaries officer aboard the guided-missile frigate U.S.S. CARR (FFG 52). He then served a tour as White House Liaison to the Secretary of the Navy and was also a White House Military Aide. He is a 1991 graduate of the University of Notre Dame and holds a master’s in national security studies from Georgetown University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Kelly Callahan\, Integrated Supply Team Chief\nFire & Emergency Services Equipment\, DLA Troop Support\nKelly Callahan is an Integrated Supply Team Chief at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – Troop Support within the Construction and Equipment Supply Chain. In her current role\, she serves as Program Manager for the Fire and Emergency Services Equipment (FESE) Tailored Logistics Support Program. She also works closely alongside the Special Operations Equipment (SOE) Tailored Logistics Support Program. The FESE and SOE Tailored Logistics Support Programs enable customers worldwide to order commercial\, off-the-shelf part numbered items within the scope of the contracts.  Sales for these programs exceeded $6 Billion in Fiscal Year 2023 and are on track to surpass that for Fiscal Year 2024. \nKelly has 14 years of Government contract experience with DLA. Prior to supporting the FESE Program\, Kelly served as a Program Manager for the Wildland Fire Protection Program\, Contracting Officer for Class IV Division and as a Contract Specialist for Heavy Equipment Procurement Program. \nKelly is a proud graduate of Temple University and lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband and three children. \n\nGuest Speaker: Wayne Boline\, Director – Strategic Cyber Partnerships\, Raytheon Technologies (RTX)\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\nWayne Boline joined Raytheon at Missile Systems in Tucson\, AZ in 2003 as the Network Manager responsible for classified/unclassified networks and voice systems for the 10\,000+ member business. Before joining Raytheon\, he served nearly 23 years in the US Air Force in both enlisted and officer roles responsible for areas in Electronic Warfare\, Telecommunications\, Computer Crime Investigations\, and Communications-Computer Systems. In 2006 he transferred to the Raytheon Corporate IT Security organization in Texas and has held roles in Cybersecurity Incident Response and Cybersecurity Information Sharing and Collaboration. He was a Senior Manager with Raytheon Global Business Services (GBS) and led the Global Cyber Compliance Services (GCCS) team until April 2020 when he began leading the Enterprise Compliance group of the newly formed Raytheon Technologies (RTX)\, a merger of Raytheon and United Technologies. In Jan 2021 he took on the new role of leading Strategic Relationships in the Cyber Policy and Compliance group and in June was promoted to Director – Strategic Cyber Partnerships and reports to the RTX CISO. \nWayne served five years (2011-2016) as the Chairman of the Board of the Defense Security Information Exchange (DSIE) and is a current board member of Cyber AB and Chair on the Ethics Committee\, a current board member of the National Defense ISAC\, the RTX representative to the DOD Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Cybersecurity Program\, and Co-Chair of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) Cyber Security Committee. \nWayne holds the CISSP\, ISSMP\, and CCSP certifications\, a BS in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland and an MS in Network Security from Capitol Technology University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Nick Gross\, Senior Vice President\, Government Programs\, AAR\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nNicholas Gross is Senior Vice President of Integrated Solutions for AAR\, an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government customers worldwide. \nIn 2019\, Gross was appointed a corporate officer in addition to his current role as Senior Vice President of Integrated Solutions\, a business that manages commercial and government fleet management services and programs for customers around the world. \nGross joined AAR in March of 2016 as Vice President of Integrated Solutions – Government to oversee the development of custom solutions for government fleets worldwide\, including aviation supply chain and contractor logistics support (CLS).\nBefore joining AAR\, Gross spent over 16 years in international management\, strategic development and project execution\, including positions with Michael Baker International\, KS International and KBR\, Inc. \nGross is a U.S. Air Force veteran serving four years in the Civil Engineering Squadron with numerous international deployments. He holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management – Northwestern University and a BS in Business Administration from Troy University. \n\nGuest Speaker: Paul Darley\, Chairman\, CEO & President\, W.S. Darley & Co.\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul C. Darley is Chairman\, CEO & President of W.S. Darley & Co. In 1997\, he became President and COO and was appointed CEO in 2003. He was named Chairman in 2011. Under his leadership\, sales have increased over 5000% to over $625 million in 2021. He began in pump sales in 1985 and was named Vice President for the Fire Pump Division of Darley in 1990. \nFounded in 1908\, W.S. Darley & Co is a fourth-generation family business\, led by Paul and an executive team that has transformed this 114-year-old company into a world leader in the firefighting and defense industries. \nPaul is a graduate of St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago and he holds a BS Degree in Marketing and Finance from Marquette University.  He earned his MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. He recently earned a two-year graduate certificate from the University of Illinois in Emotional Intelligence. \n\n\nIn 2010\, W.S. Darley & Co was named the Loyola University Illinois Family Business of the Year and was recognized by Marquette University as Alumnus Family Business of Year in 2009.  He has numerous family business speaking engagements including “Resolving Sibling Conflict in Family Business” at the annual Family Business Magazine Conference and is a regular speaker at Northwestern on family business. In 2017\, Darley was named the Best Midsize Board in America ($250 – $350 M)\, by Board of Directors Magazine. \nPaul has traveled to 80 countries in his 35-year tenor and has made over 500 industry speaking engagements. He is involved with numerous charitable\, business and service organizations. He is a former Chairman of the Chicago Windy City Chapter of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and is currently a trustee for Dominican University. \nHe is the author of the book Sold! The Art of Relationship Sales.  The book highlights emotional intelligence and authentic leadership to sell more\, work your way up the corporate ladder…and what to do once you get there. \nHe is a Past President of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association (FAMA) after serving on its board for the past 5 years. He also served on the Board of Directors of Fire & Emergency Manufacturers & Services Association (FEMSA) for seven years. Paul Darley currently serves on the Board of the National Defense Industry Association (NDIA) for the Great Lakes Chapter. \nPaul is married to his high school sweetheart for 36 years and together they raised three daughters in Elmhurst\, IL. \n\nGuest Speaker: Nick Cucci\, NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Board President\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nNick Cucci is the managing director of Playmaker\, a fractional CXO for accelerated innovation and business growth. Nick works with forward-thinking executives to solve marketing problems\, develop products\, and drive profits. Nick is an advisor to several companies including Hatch Defense\, serves as President of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter Board of Directors\, and a member of the Innovative Executives League. Nick supports the National Multiple Sclerosis Society\, USA Hockey\, Special Operations Forces (SOF) community\, Frontier Mission Network (FMN)\, and the Midwest startup ecosystem. Nick holds a Bachelor’s degree and MBA from Roosevelt University with highest honors. \n\nGuest Speaker: Scott Singer\, CEO\, CyberNINES\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nCAPT\, USN (retired) Scott Singer brings 30 years of military experience in both active duty and reserve rolls along with many years of industry experience.  Scott co-founded CyberNINES and serves as the Chief Executive Officer.  Most recently Scott was at PaR Systems\, where he was Chief Information Officer since 2010.  At PaR\, Scott had responsibility for information systems\, global quality\, export control\, security\, and continuous process improvement. Previously\, Scott spent 16 years with Medtronic in various leadership positions including the European Infrastructure Manager\, the Vascular division CIO\, and the head of global security.  Scott has extensive experience with regulatory frameworks and government contracting including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)\, HIPAA\, medical device (ISO 13485)\, and cybersecurity (ISO 27001\, NIST)\, aerospace (AS9100) and nuclear (NQA-1). \nScott is the past board chair for the Minnesota Technology Association (MnTech)\, past President of the University of Wisconsin\, Madison NROTC Alumni Association\, and current board member of InfraGard.  In June 2021\, he testified before Congress on the costs to small business to comply with the DoDs Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).  He currently chairs the C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) Stakeholder Forum (C3PAOForum.org). \nScott has an MBA in Information Systems from the University of Minnesota\, Carlson School of Management\, and BS is Meteorology from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.  He also has a certification in Joint Professional Military Education from The Naval War College. \nFor the DoD cybersecurity ecosystem\, Scott is a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)\, Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)\, and CMMC Provisional Instructor (PI).  CyberNINES is an Authorized C3PAO. \n\nGuest Speaker: Todd Streicher\, President and Co-Founder\, CyberNINES\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nTodd Streicher\, Co-founder and President of CyberNINES\, also founded the technology company 5NINES in 2001; a successful internet\, managed services\, colocation\, and hosting company providing services to over 250 companies. \nHe was instrumental in creating 5NINES cybersecurity program in 2017 that offered NIST 800-171 assessments to companies in Wisconsin who are members of the Wisconsin Manufacturer’s Extension Partnership. \nPrior to 5NINES\, Todd served as a service management expert for the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, Compuware Corporation and Telephone & Data Systems\, and Philips Electronics in the Netherlands. With more than 30 years of experience in the IT sector\, he has worked with businesses of all sizes. \nTodd is a founding member of the State of Wisconsin’s Cyber Strategy and Planning Work Group (WCSPWG) that addresses Wisconsin’s critical public and private infrastructure cybersecurity. He is also a board member of WisconsinEye\, a non-profit\, private public affairs cable network\, Wisconsin Aerospace Partners which supports organizations engaged with the aerospace industry\, and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/15th-ndia-great-lakes-chapter-annual-meeting-itasca-il-2/
LOCATION:W.S. Darley & Co.\, 1051 Palmer St\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Events
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