Hi Everyone – The Indiana Governor proclaimed this week to be Indiana Women in Tech week & there are events happening all around the state. Not too late to participate in a couple events in Fort Wayne – Friday at Swizzle and a career fair on Saturday. It may be late in the week but wanted to get this out to everyone. Kate Maxwell, a former Raytheon Indy, tech leader is one of the champions for this proclamation and planning. Get more details here: https://indianawomenintechweek.com/so/79P7uC2SK View a message from Governor Holcomb below Thank you to all the great women in...
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The Applied Research Institute (ARI) is excited to announce the Midwest Defense Innovation Summit (MDIS), a premier event showcasing the defense innovation ecosystem in the Midwest. The summit will be held on October 16-17, 2024, at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. This event aims to bring together key stakeholders, policymakers, industry leaders, and regional partners to explore the latest advancements in defense technology and foster collaboration opportunities. Over the course of two days, attendees will hear from distinguished speakers, including Vice President and Indiana Governor Mike Pence, who will deliver the keynote address on October 16th. When: October...
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Be sure to save the date for the 3rd Annual Defense Summit hosted by Congressman Jim Banks coming up on September 4th at Purdue University Fort Wayne! Join us for a forum in support of Northeast Indiana’s national defense industry. Speakers and attendees will include policy makers, industry specialists, and economic development leaders.
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Help the DoD reduce cost of hypersonic glide bodies and associated sensors to win part of $100,000. The National Security Innovation Network (NSIN), in partnership with the U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, will run a hybrid pitch event to identify capabilities to reduce cost of hypersonic glide bodies and associated sensors. A team of subject matter experts will evaluate applicants and select up to the top 15 companies as finalists for participation in the virtual Pitch Day in June 2024. A total of $100,000 in awards will be awarded to the top performing company/companies. Who can participate: Timeline:...
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You are invited! RTX will be hosting the May NIDIA (Northeast Indiana Defense Industry Association) Networking Event from 12 (noon) – 1:00 PM on May 16 in the RTX Boardroom (1010 Production Road, Fort Wayne, IN). Please join the fun, meet new people, and find out what RTX (Raytheon/Collins) does in Fort Wayne/Indy. RTX Leadership is excited to host this event. RTX attendees will include Fort Wayne site lead, Indy site lead, RTX government relations, tech fellows, program leadership and supply chain from both Raytheon & Collins. Other Attendees may include people from NIDIA board, member companies, staffers/congressional reps from...
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Are you interested in learning more about federal funding that may support tech-based economic development (TBED) initiatives in your region? Join us for the next TBED Community of Practice webinar, where SSTI and EDA will share information about currently-funded programs, so that you can get your plans and partners in place before the next notice of funding opportunity drops! https://ssti-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_66EQ-csRTMGgKH3t9xI0Cg TBED Funding in the FY 2024 federal budget When: April 25 – 3pm ET During this TBED Community of Practice webinar, SSTI will provide an overview of funding that could support regional tech-based economic development strategies in the federal FY...
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As a member of NIDIA, please join us for a Defense Innovation Round table hosted by Elevate Ventures April 25 at the PFW Alumni Center! Please come join us as we listen to panels from Defense Manufacturers discuss challenges/trends of working with the government. Elected Officials discuss funding opportunities and legislative initiatives. As well as the PFW School of Engineering discuss talent development and school initiatives. Networking breaks will be scheduled throughout, as well as a light breakfast. This is a great opportunity to hear about some of the innovative technology coming through Indiana, and how your business can be...
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Join us on February 28th, at 10:00 a.m. for the INForm Series Virtual workshop brought to you by ARI. Learn how to get started with SBIR/STTR! Dr. Lisa Hoverman will provide a detailed overview of the SBIR Program and how to get started with the program. Following Dr. Hoverman, Matt Burkett will discuss an overview of state resources available to you. Don’t miss out on this informative session. SpeakersDr. Lisa Hoverman, Founder of HSMCMatt Burkett, Applied Research Institute We are looking forward to seeing you there. Please share this content if there are additional colleagues who could benefit from attending. Register today at the...
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You’re invited to join the next National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Greater Indiana Chapter meeting on November 29th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. The gathering will take place at INNG Stout Field in the Minuteman Auditorium, 2022 S Holt Rd., Indianapolis. This is a free event and no registration is required. Indiana continues to build our defense ecosystem and our three distinguished speakers will provide updates, project information and opportunities. The program will include the following: The meetings are always a great opportunity to connect, network and share updates and other industry information. Hope to see you then!
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Please join us for our 2023 holiday networking event at the Summit Grill Kitchen & Cocktails in Fort Wayne! Speaking at the event will be Chris Jeffers, Vice President of Defense Business Development with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation on an update with the state of the defense industry here in Indiana. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. Please come network and enjoy the holidays with us! This event is FREE for all NIDIA Members! When:Tuesday, December 5 2023, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Where:Summit Grill Kitchen & Cocktails6525 Covington RoadFort Wayne, IN 46804 Reserve your spot today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nidia-holiday-event-tickets-752824627727
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