December 11, 2023

A special briefing on the forthcoming NDAA24 by Michael Seeds of NDIA national’s Strategy & Policy Team, and NDIA EVP and NSIC Board Member Guy Walsh, that will look at the omnibus, bipartisan, bicameral consensus legislation from the top-line, with an eye toward how it may impact our country and national security innovation. Questions and answers time is included.

Speakers:

Michael Seeds, NDIA Strategy & Planning

Guy Walsh, NDIA EVP

Michelle Letcher, NDIA Lone Star Chapter Board VP & BG (ret.), U.S. Army

December 11, 2023 10:00 CT – 11:00 CT

Join us online or by phone for this special briefing on NDAA24 co-hosted by NSIC and NDIA Lone Star Chapter.

**Event is free and membership is not required to attend.**

Feel free to invite colleagues and please let Patricia Baumhart and Drew dscheberle@ncsitexas.org know.

Questions about the event? Contact Patricia Baumhart.

 

Join us for a groundbreaking event: TRIBE – Unleashing the Power of Drones and Replicator for the DOD, happening on November 17th at the San Antonio Tech port from 4-8 pm.

This exclusive event, a collaborative effort between RIIS and NDIA Lone Star Chapter, is set to revolutionize the Replicator/Drone manufacturing landscape within the Department of Defense. Dive into the world of advanced drones and cutting-edge replicator technologies, and see how they’re shaping the future of defense and manufacturing.

Event Highlights:

Expert Fireside Chat: Introducing DONALD “CHEE” GANSBERGER , from AFWERX Autonomy Prime and Replicator is set to take the stage and share groundbreaking insights!

Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow NDIA members, tech enthusiasts, and key players in the defense manufacturing sector.

Secure Your Spot Today! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a technological revolution. RSVP now and be a part of the tribe that’s driving change!

Where Innovation Meets Strategy – Be There to Experience It!

Sign up to reserve your spot here – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tribe-unleashing-the-power-of-drones-and-replicator-for-the-dod-tickets-741728769717

Questions? Contact Art Trevethan art@riis.tech  or Patricia Baumhart

On Wednesday November 8

Hybrid meeting (two in-person locations, DFW and Austin) **Membership not required**

RSVP here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ndia-lone-star-november-member-engagement-meeting-with-admiral-inman-tickets-717322580147

Join us for an engaging meeting that is a fantastic opportunity for NDIA Lone Star members to connect, network, be inspired by, and gain insights and knowledge from US Navy Admiral Inman, who has held several influential positions in the US Intelligence Community. What our country needs today to re-spark a culture of innovation – lessons from MCC and SEMATECH.

5:30 PM Networking starts
6:00 PM Speaker presentation, Q&A
7:00 PM Chapter Officer Elections, and networking

In-person in Irving, TX:
At Advanced Intralogistics 350 E Royal Lane, Suite 150
Contact Dr. Scott Nichol snichol@shoppas.com 682-417-5789 with questions
Bonus: Author John Antal will be in attendance, with his newest book “Next War: Reimagining How We Fight”

In-person in Austin, TX:
At CBRE 500 West 2nd Street Suite 1700
Contact pbaumhart@me.com with questions.

Event is free an open to the public.

Zoom info and RSVP link here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ndia-lone-star-november-member-engagement-meeting-with-admiral-inman-tickets-717322580147

For more information about Admiral Inman’s leadership and service, see

Book: R&D Collaboration on Trial: The Microelectronics and Computer Technology Corporation by Everett M. Rogers, 1994

Bios
https://lbj.utexas.edu/inman-bobby-r
https://heritageproject.caltech.edu/interviews-updates/adm-bobby-ray-inman
https://www.hoover.org/profiles/bobby-inman

Video
Austin Revealed: Booting Up Big Tech
https://video.austinpbs.org/video/austin-revealed-booting-up-big-tech-rye3rh/
Explore Austin’s high tech origins when innovators and community leaders formed a catalyst that still drives the economy today. Discover how visionaries created a foundation of collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit. This show consists of excerpts of all six parts of Booting Up Big Tech edited into one documentary special.

On Wednesday October 18

Virtual meeting **Membership not required**

Mini Drones in Modern Warfare

Mini-drones are cheap and plentiful, and are filling the role of reconnaissance, artillery, and electronic warfare in Ukraine. At the same time, they are employing all the aspects of counter measures against these same things. Brief intro summary of how small cheap commercial equipment is replacing million dollar systems.

With speakers Chuck Weis and Lt Col Alex “STOIKY” Goldberg

Mini-drones are cheap and plentiful, and are filling the role of reconnaissance, artillery, and electronic warfare.  At the same time, they are employing all the aspects of counter measures against these same things. Brief intro summary of how small cheap commercial equipment is replacing million dollar systems.

1530 CST Chuck Weiss is the current NDIA Lone Star Chapter Treasurer. Chuck has 39 years experience in defense contracting at Texas Instruments and Raytheon. He has worked on a variety of missile programs and intelligence services.

1540 CST Lt Col Alex “STOIKY” Goldberg is the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) lead for Strategic, Defense, and Commercial Engagement in Austin, Texas. Currently, Alex is responsible for implementing the innovation strategy of the Office of the Secretary of Defense throughout the southwest region of the U.S, as well as acting as the primary liaison between the DoD, venture capital, private equity, and startup communities.

3:30 PM Meeting starts.  Presentation, Q&A

4:30 Meeting ends, networking until 5:00pm

Event is free and open to the public. 

RSVP link and zoom info is here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ndia-lone-star-october-engagement-meeting-mini-drones-in-modern-warfare-tickets-738179222927?aff=oddtdtcreator

Questions?  Contact Patricia Baumhart at pbaumhart@me.com

On Wednesday September 13

Virtual meeting  **Membership not required**

Systems-of-systems approach to Autonomous Operations at scale

With speakers Andrew Carter, ResilienX Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, and Don Berchoff, TruWeather Solutions CEO

 

5:30 PM Networking starts

6:00 PM Presentation, Q&A, demo

7:00 PM Networking until 7:30

 

Event is free and open to the public.  Please RSVP here

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ndia-lone-star-chapter-september-member-engagement-meeting-tickets-700438007937?aff=oddtdtcreator

 

Questions?  Contact Patricia Baumhart at pbaumhart@me.com

 

Join Zoom Meeting
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