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The 3rd Annual VR/AR Association (VRARA) Central Florida Immersive Technology Summit is April 9th and 10th at the Central Florida Tech Grove on UCF Campus. Join us for 2 days of collaboration between DoD, Government, Industry and Academia as we explore how the Central Florida Community can accelerate adoption of XR and AI technologies. One of the featured panel discussions will be on April 10th when we will hear from the senior DoD executives representing the Navy, Air Force, Marines and Army on the impact of XR and AI on the Modsim industry from their perspective and what the future has in store. Register for your tickets here. Note each day requires a different ticket (check the agenda) https://lnkd.in/e9sg3DBG Captain Jerin “Tim” James - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) Colonel Anthony Graham, Air Force Agency for Modeling & Simulation (AFAMS) Col Marcus Reynolds - Marine Corps Systems Command Dr. Jeremy T. Lanman, U.S. Army PEO STRI Candace Croughwell Carol Ann Dykes Logue Ariane Fikki Sheena Fowler Paul A. Sohl Dolly Rairigh Glass Jenna Tuck Tim Hill John Meyers James Cooper David Stargel Amit Kapadia Brett Ulander, PsyD, PMP Charlie Lewis Robert Masson, MD Joseph Nolan Elizabeth Hyman Munjeet Singh Christina Bouwens, Ph.D., PMP Michael Peeler Hunter Stinson Nathan Klose Marc Marion Waymon Armstrong Mick Golson

Thrilled to join the MacDill AFB community as they celebrated the ground-breaking for the new General Clarence Tinker PK-8 school today. The state-of-the-art 140,000 complex will help MacDill's children receive the education and support they deserve--improving our nation's military resilience and readiness. Thanks to so many people who made this amazing day happen! From U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor to Col Edward Szczepanik, 6th Air Refueling Wing Commander, to Hillsborough County School Superintendent Van Ayres, their teams and the entire Tampa Bay community made this wonderful day possible! TBDA was proud to present a check to Tinker PK-8 principal Cassandra Smallen to assist her amazing team as they support MacDill community children. Hillsborough County Public Schools Chip Diehl Donald Barnes Marilyn Westropp Kim Sukach L. Sunshine Buskirk Suparna Narayan Lynn Gray Dr. Stacy Hahn Nadia Combs, M. Ed Patti rendon Kelly Flannery, IOM, FCCP George Howell Adam Bingham Stephen Snelson Fred Fallman United States Air Force Luis R L. Dr. Frederick Hicks, CEO, EDBA-IS, CDPSE, TDS Amy Doye, P.E.Terry Montrose

Our newest episode of the "AIM on MS&T" #podcast is ready for your listening pleasure! Today, we’re speaking with COL Lisbon Williams, Director of ACC-Orlando. ?? #academia #industry #military Click below to listen: https://lnkd.in/ehay8-YP

It's almost here! Thanks to 2025 Silver Sponsors Regions Bank, Rehmann, and Withum for your continued support of the Lou Frey Memorial Golf Tournament! See you bright and early on Monday morning!

Registration for AEOP GEMS Central Florida is now open! The GEMS program is open to rising 6th through rising 10th?grade students for five weeks over the summer. Registration is also open for Near Peers and teachers interested in participating in the program. https://lnkd.in/exvf9nJ

Last week, FLVS 4th and 5th graders had an unforgettable experience at the FLVS Foundation & National Center For Simulation (NCS) STARBASE STEM Camp! From hands-on experiments to exciting STEM challenges, students had a blast exploring the world of science and technology in the STARBASE lab. A special thank to our STEM program champions, Ryan Foster and Kenyetta Feacher! We can’t wait to do it all again this summer—stay tuned for more details on our upcoming STEM Camp! #FLVSFoundation #STEMCamp #FutureInnovators Florida Virtual School

?? Last night, AFCEA Space Coast hosted an insightful event at The Tides, Patrick SFB, featuring COL Shannon DaSilva, STARCOM, whose expertise, engaging presence, and strategic perspective provided invaluable takeaways for industry and government partners. Her ability to convey complex challenges while fostering open dialogue highlighted her reputation as a visionary leader in space operations. A key focus of the discussion was Space Delta 10, which plays a vital role in advancing wargaming, field experimentation, concept evaluation, and doctrine development for the Space Force. As part of STARCOM, Delta 10 ensures Guardians are prepared for space warfighting while strengthening collaboration across the Joint Force, industry, academia, and allied nations. This integrated approach aligns with the broader United States Space Force strategy leveraging partnerships to drive innovation, enhance operational effectiveness, and maintain a strategic edge in the space domain. The AFCEA Space Coast Chapter remains dedicated to fostering connections between industry and government to support mission success and the future of space operations. ?? #AFCEASPACECOAST #AFCEA #SpaceForce #USSF #STARCOM #SpaceDelta10 #SpaceWarfighting #Innovation #Collaboration #DefenseTechnology #MissionReady

Matt Armstrong and I had a great day on the greens yesterday at the Lou Frey Memorial Golf Tournament presented by National Center For Simulation (NCS). Thanks to Brian Holmes, J.P. Miller, and Matt for leading us to win first place ?? We’re #ECSProud to have sponsored this fun event, which raises funds for STEM scholarships. #GolfForACause

The Mass Virtual team—and our honored guest, John from Fairways for Warriors—were proud to take part in another great Central Florida tradition: the Lou Frey Memorial Golf Tournament, hosted by the National Center For Simulation (NCS) and the The Lou Frey Institute. This annual event raises funds for STEM scholarships and educational programs that support civics learning throughout Florida. It was a fun day on the course and a meaningful way to give back to a community that continues to shape our company’s story. www.massvirtual.com Dolly Rairigh Glass, Michael Peeler, Matthew Mueller, MBA, PMP, Nic Jones, Brian Holmes Ph.D., George Cheros, Neal Finkelstein, Ph.D.