Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC)

PNDC's Pacific Northwest Mission Acceleration Center is pleased to partner with the Software in Defense Coalition for a virtual panel on Friday, July 19th, at 8:30 am PDT.  The Honorable Ellen Lord, former Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment will lead a panel of key officials from DoD's Office of Strategic Capital, NATO DIANA, and top venture leaders, in a discussion on the recent initiatives to draw private investment to US and NATO national security missions, talent and defense tech companies. Panelists: - JR Gibbens, Chief Investment Officer, Office of Strategic Capital - Tom Dallas McSorley, General Counsel, NATO Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (NATO DIANA) - Nick Sinai, Senior Advisor, Insight Partners and Former U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer - Paul Kwan, Managing Director, General Catalyst Register now for "Driving Private Investments for Allied Defense Missions," to learn how the defense ecosystem in the Pacific Northwest and the country can best engage to boost mission outcomes and transition rates for promising technology. This event is closed press and Chatham House rules. Learn more - https://lnkd.in/d4BGbb_g #nwdefense #pnwinnovation #NATODIANA Denise Ryser Chris Groves Dradin Kreft Jake Tozier Andrea Hegarty Todd J. Woods

🚨 Attention Founders and Startups 🚨 Join the Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Arizona for our next founder event on August 8th in Phoenix. Come learn from industry expert Sonia Vohnout give a deep dive into DoD SBIR/STTRs. Event: Founder Series: SIBR/STTR Date: August 8th Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm During the luncheon, you will have the opportunity to: 💡 Learn about the objectives, phases, and funding opportunities specific to the DoD SBIR/STTR programs. 🚀 Explore effective pathways to transition from R&D to market-ready defense technologies. 🔓 Discover best practices for formatting strategic partnerships with defense contractors, research institutions, and government agencies. 🔍 Identify other funding programs and resources available to support defense-related innovations and enhance project success. 🥗 Network with fellow founders and representatives from the Department of Defense Who Should Attend: Individuals interested in DoD programs, emerging founders, startups, technology investment, academia and research in defense technology are encouraged to attend. 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gNtkvRGx Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow innovators and accelerate your business growth.   #DualUseTechnology #NationalSecurity #DoD #Innovation #Founders #SWMAC #defenseinnovation #SBIR #STTR 

Don't miss THIS Friday's panel on "What is Missing in the Aerospace Ecosystem?" Hear from top industry leaders at the Arizona Technology Council's AADM Conference as they discuss the specific challenges and opportunities shaping the future of aerospace innovation in Arizona. ✈️✨   Dan Geraci - FreeFall Aerospace Devin M. Patterson - Arizona Commerce Authority Aerospace Amber Smith - Pipeline AZ Angela Roman Aspito, MBA - Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC) Moderated by Brent Nichols - NBOUND Register: https://lnkd.in/eqC4nv68 🗓️ Friday, July 12, 2024 ⏰ AADM Conference is from 12-6 p.m. 📍 Pima Community College Aviation Technology Center, Hangar 2 #AerospaceInnovation #AerospaceEcosystem #AADM #AZTC #defenseinnovation #defensetech

It was an honor to host Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)'s Liz Young McNally and the NSIN - National Security Innovation Network team. It was great to see the finalists share their solutions for multi-domain range scheduling challenge and compete for part of a $75,000 prize pool. We are excited to see what teams will be joining us at Vanguard 2024! Big thank you to our partners Peter Don, Chas Buchanan and Samantha Hiller! #defense #startups #technology #tech #usarmy #airforce

Level Up Your Funding Strategy! 💰📈 Join us next Wednesday for an informative luncheon hosted by the Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub Arizona. Event: Founder Series: Funding Pathways Date: July 10th Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm During the luncheon, you will have the opportunity to: 🔍 Discover various funding opportunities that can be leveraged to propel your transition into #defensetech 💡 Gain a deeper understanding of the programs offered through NSIN - National Security Innovation Network to support your dual-use tech 🥗 Network with fellow founders and representatives from the Department of Defense Don't miss this chance to network with fellow business leaders and gain the knowledge to unlock your business potential! 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gbzCRQAH #DualUseTechnology #NationalSecurity #DoD #Innovation #Founders #SWMAC #defenseinnovation #Funding #Founderseries

It was a pleasure to host this fantastic event! The Microelectronics Commons Hubs got a chance to hear directly from DoD mission partners as they begin to develop responses to the recently released Call For Topics. Big thanks to collaborators NSTXL (National Security Technology Accelerator) & Southwest Advanced Prototyping (SWAP) Hub Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) NSIN - National Security Innovation Network

Calling All Innovators! 📢 Confused about patents and intellectual property, we can help! Join us and the United States Patent and Trade Office (USPTO) for our upcoming event “Intellectual Property 101: Demystifying the Patent Process.” In this webinar, you'll learn:   💡 The different types of IP protection (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets)  🎯 How to navigate the risk of early disclosure  🔓The role of USPTO patent examiners in the application process  🔍 Valuable resources available through the USPTO to safeguard your IP  Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and empower your innovation journey! Date: July 17th Time 10:00-11:30am Where: Virtual Speakers: Violeta Prieto and Wade Miles 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gytYcqZp #SWMAC #Founders #USPTO #DoD #Innovation #PatentProcess

📢 Attention: Entrepreneurs with emerging #defensetech There are still a few days left to submit your application for the upcoming NSIN - National Security Innovation Network Foundry startup studio. This program provides founders with the support needed to develop a path to commercialization for #DoD lab tech If you are developing a cutting-edge #technology that could support the Department of Defense, and are ready to start your company, consider applying through the link below.

🚨 Attention Founders and Startups 🚨     The Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Arizona is hosting our July founder event on July 10th at our location in Phoenix. The topic is an important one and a personal favorite of Angela Roman Aspito, MBA – funding pathways!     Event: Founder Series: Funding Pathways   Date: July 10th  Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm    During the luncheon, you will have the opportunity to:   🔍 Discover various funding opportunities that can be leveraged to propel your transition into #defensetech  💡 Gain a deeper understanding of the programs offered through NSIN - National Security Innovation Network to support your dual-use tech  🥗 Network with fellow founders and representatives from the Department of Defense     Who Should Attend: Individuals interested in DoD programs, emerging founders, startups, technology investment, academia and research in defense technology are encouraged to attend.     🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gbzCRQAH   #DualUseTechnology #NationalSecurity #DoD #Innovation #Founders #SWMAC #defenseinnovation

Thank you, Arizona Commerce Authority for hosting a great event and inviting us to join your venture capital and startup panel to discuss Arizona’s growing innovation ecosystem. It was a pleasure to be joined by Zachary Holman, Dave Corsaro and Joseph Bianchi. Great to see Sean Fogarty and the Greater Phoenix Economic Council today too!