Software in Defense Coalition partners with Pacific Northwest MDC

Thorsten Claus , Kadri Tammai , #dennislewis from North Carolina Military Business Center & #scottsumner from US Defence Innovation Unit are giving advice for the hot topic 🔥#dualuse at Arctic15 . 3 points: - Dual-tech startups which are deep tech, need to excel also in business success - hyper-growth, what #dualtech investors are looking for, requires more about team management than technology management. - You need to understand both private customers and governmental procurement. - use different semi-public (e.g. national programs for acceleration in NATO countries) programs during during your growth plan before looking for the potential #VC We ♥️🌍.

Wrapping up the the Sea-Air-Space Summit at National Harbor! ⚓️ Today, I had the privilege of attending the “Energizing Marine Corps industrial base through innovation” panel with my colleague Erin Ananian-Gentile, M.A. This panel discussion covered several important topics around collaboration between the Department of Defense, small businesses, and venture capital firms to develop impactful new technologies. Some key highlights included: - Challenges in understanding military customers and requirements - The importance of partnerships and cross-functional teams - Improving acquisition processes through commercial best practices - Need for capabilities of record to speed acquisitions The panelists provided valuable insights and recommendations around: - Defining capability gaps are different for DoD, industry, and the venture community - Must be deliberate about definitions as words have meaning - Analyzing current state versus desired future state - Focusing technology development efforts on high priority warfighter needs They emphasized the critical role of collaboration and understanding different organizational timelines within DoD. This engaging discussion highlighted opportunities to harness innovation through connecting the military, startups, and investors. NC DEFTECH North Carolina Military Business Center #SeaAirSpace

In today's evolving geopolitical, environmental, and economic landscapes, industry partnerships and joint ventures are more critical than ever. Whether you're a large or small business, the power of working together is paramount. I've seen firsthand how the right collaboration can be a game-changer for both contractors and federal agencies. It’s about bringing together key strengths to meet the mission. Joint ventures allow us to combine our strengths, specialized expertise, and a shared commitment to success. Let’s continue building stronger, more resilient partnerships that meet the mission, foster innovation, and lead us toward a more secure future! Society of American Military Engineers #SAMESBC #strengthinpartnership #jointventures

US must be transparent about realistic prospects for cooperation in space Read more on the link below. #defense #sbir #military #jointwerx @jointwerx @blackhaysgroup #governmentcontracts #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #consulting #strategy #leanstartups #startup #growthhacking

Too Late: A Cautionary Tale for Winners and Losers 2024 is poised to be a pivotal year, marked by critical decisions in industrial policy and military modernization. These choices will shape the next generation of military capabilities. The success or failure of the emerging #defense #industry, backed by venture capital, will determine the future for generations to come. #Innovation is the only path forward. This is my key takeaway from our insightful trip to Silicon Valley, where FINCANTIERI launched the Innovation Antenna project with Mind the Bridge This initiative will usher in a new chapter of our #Open #Innovation #strategy

🎖️ 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 🎖️ The countdown has begun. On October 2, 2024, we're launching a mission to advance European security through cutting-edge defense technologies, and you’re on the roster. 🕙 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CEST 📍 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗤: Location Classified—coordinates will be revealed soon! 🎯 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁: Unite the brightest minds and key players from military, government, industry, startups, and investors to fortify Europe's defense landscape. 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴: 🔹 Expert Panels on the latest in defense tech and strategies 🔹 Interactive Sessions with top-tier industry experts 🔹 Startup & Investor Matchmaking to spark collaborations 🔹 Networking Opportunities with the sector's elite ⚠️ 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Mark the date, stay sharp and prepare for an event that could reshape the future of European defense. Details and coordinates to follow at https://lu.ma/shield The Recursive Balnord VCLeaders #SHIELD #TechOnTarget #EuropeanSecurity #DefenseInnovation #StartupEcosystem #Military #DefenceTech #VCLeaders #Balnord #TheRecursive

🚀 Zepelin USA: Advancing Innovation in Defense Technology 🚀 I am excited to announce that Zepelin USA and our Defense Division NIXUS are gearing up for the #TechConnectDefense Innovation Summit this week, right in the heart of #Texas in Austin! The TechConnect event is a premier platform connecting top innovators, defense professionals, and research leaders to accelerate technology development and deployment. Zepelin USA is proud to align with the summit’s mission of fostering collaboration and innovation to support national security. Our commitment to research and development drives us to create state-of-the-art rapid deployment shelters and military solutions, ensuring we remain at the forefront of defense technology in the military and first response tents and shelters. With our collaboration presence in Texas, we are excited to deepen partnerships with local research institutions, businesses, and government agencies to pioneer next-generation solutions. Whether it’s enhancing mobility, protection, or sustainability, Zepelin USA is ready to collaborate and innovate. Let’s build a stronger, smarter future together. Visit us at the event or reach out to learn how we can support your mission. #TechConnectDefense #Innovation #ZepelinUSA #DefenseTechnology #ResearchAndDevelopment #Collaboration #TexasInnovation

Connecting innovation providers and defence needs.

Strategic foresight has become increasingly important in our rapidly changing world. Once a niche discipline, it is now recognized for its ability to anticipate and prepare for future challenges and opportunities. By exploring possible futures, it helps organizations and governments make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and capitalize on emerging trends, ensuring resilience and long-term success. A recent NATO Defense College publication, “How to do strategic foresight,” highlights key elements of foresight, emphasizing the need to clearly define what it is and isn’t to avoid misconceptions. The guide discusses the benefits of broader foresight applications, such as improved decision-making and preparedness. It also addresses the growing popularity of foresight and stresses the importance of a clear understanding of the discipline. Strategic foresight focuses on understanding a range of possible futures rather than predicting specific outcomes. This approach enhances decision-makers' ability to anticipate challenges and opportunities, leading to more informed and resilient choices. The publication by Miguel Peco-Yeste, part of NATO Defense College’s Strategy Series, clarifies that foresight is about exploring various scenarios based on current trends. This allows for flexible, adaptive strategies that respond to different futures. It outlines a foresight process starting with identifying key drivers of change, such as technological advancements, socio-economic shifts, or geopolitical developments. Scenario-building helps visualize potential futures and informs strategic decisions. The guide also covers practical foresight tools like horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning—effective methods for non-experts to explore future possibilities and develop resilient strategies. Finally, it emphasizes integrating foresight into decision-making processes to ensure insights translate into actionable strategies and long-term planning. 🔗 Read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/dnfNDaMj #StrategicForesight #NATO #Defense #PolicyPlanning #FutureThinking

🚨 Thanks for making Thunderstorm 24-4 such a success! 🚨 You packed the house and connected 34 innovative companies with over 225 Government stakeholders, all focused on advancing and transitioning novel rapid deployment and sustainment capabilities for challenging, contested environments. 🙏 #BravoZulu to the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) for working alongside us to scope and plan the event. 🙏 And thanks to all the acquisition program offices and S&T experts from every Service, multiple Combatant Commands, Joint Staff, DARPA, DTRA, NRO, NGA, xTech, NavalX, AFWERX, 75th U.S. Army Reserve Innovation Command, #APFIT, NSIN - National Security Innovation Network, and so many others from across DoD, the interagency, and international partners. By turning out in force, you delivered tremendous value to all these companies. We couldn’t have done it without you! 👩🏫 An additional thank you to those who made time to brief the community on the current challenges and future opportunities, which included MCWL Science and Technology Division, Army Futures Command Contested Logistics Cross Functional Team, along with our OUSD(R&E) colleagues Dr. Mantz and Dr. Jahn for discussing DoD critical technology areas and priorities. Your talks gave industry the rich insights they need to proactively anticipate, and create the things we in DoD don’t even know to ask for. We continue trying out new ways to engage and support innovators. This includes a new initiative to invite private investors and business advisors, to help facilitate engagements. We appreciate you supporting the businesses driving the innovation the US needs. 🎺 A special shout out to The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University (ARL/PSU) and Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) for executing Thunderstorm 24-4. For years your hard work has enabled I&M to conduct such impactful tech showcases. Even with this Thunderstorm’s all-time high attendance, you made everything #butterysmooth. ✉ Our team is proud to have played a role in fostering purposeful connections between industry and defense, and creating meaningful pathways for advancing new technologies. Interested in future I&M events? Shoot me a message and we’ll add you to our email distro list. #DefenseInnovation #DoD #Innovation #SBIR #STTR #AUKUS