Technology & National Security Conference

?? Announcing Our “Investing in National Security” Panel at the HBS/MIT Sloan Technology and National Security Conference! As national security rapidly evolves in response to shifting global threats, investors play a critical role in shaping the future battlefield—both physical and digital. The past five years have seen an unprecedented surge of private capital into national security, with hundreds of billions of dollars fueling cutting-edge technologies. But as geopolitical tensions rise, defense budgets shift, and new dual-use innovations emerge, the investment landscape is entering uncharted territory. What will the next five years bring? Will the momentum continue, or will macroeconomic forces and policy roadblocks slow innovation? More importantly, how do investors, founders, and policymakers ensure that national security-focused ventures don’t just survive—but thrive? This panel will tackle the toughest questions facing the sector and explore the strategies needed to align capital, capability, and national defense priorities through 2030. Panelists: - Steve Bowsher from IQT (In-Q-Tel) - Veronica Daigle from Red Cell Partners - Arun Gupta from NobleReach?? - Israel Ruiz from Engine Ventures Moderator: - Michael A. Brown from Shield Capital This is a must-attend session for anyone thinking about launching a company in national security—or for investors, policymakers, and operators who want to support the next wave of innovation. ?? Panel: Investing in National Security ???Date: April 5th ?? Location: Harvard Business School ?? Join us at Technology and National Security Conference to be part of the conversation shaping the future of national security innovation. ??? Ticket link: https://lnkd.in/e8tA_t73 ??? More info: https://lnkd.in/eM7ZKbiZ A huge thank you to our outstanding organizing team Clif Luber Moises Enoc Navas Jasen Baker Daryna Ostafiichuk Zach Zimmerman Ben Buchheim-Jurisson Bethany Russell Shai Cohen Sophie Zimmerman Josh Cortez Daniel Ackeret Daniel Elkins Drew Borinstein Fred Heiding George L. James S. Jessica Souder Lachlan Price Lisa Yan Louis McCullagh Molly Hassell @Nathan W. Nick Maynes Ryan Holte Naveen K. Jonathan "JQ" Q." @Jack M. Alex Santangelo and our supportive corporate sponsors. #TechNatSec #NationalSecurity #TechAndSecurity #DefenseInnovation #NewEraOfSecurity #HBS #MITSloan #TicketsOnSale #DualuseInvesting #Defense

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?????? I'm excited to announce our “Energy & Critical Minerals: Domestic Production in Great Power Competition” Panel at the 2025 Technology and National Security Conference with Harvard Business School and MIT Sloan School of Management. Recent geopolitical developments, such as discussions over Greenland's mining industry?and proposed U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreements, reflect the urgency of domestic production to reduce reliance on foreign sources, particularly China. As global demand for critical minerals surges—fueled by advancements in AI, renewable energy, and defense technologies—the United States faces strategic challenges in securing these essential resources. Join us for an insightful discussion on how the U.S. can enhance its domestic capabilities in extracting and processing energy and critical minerals. Our distinguished panelists bring a wealth of experience from industry, government, and strategic sectors: ?? Panelists: ?? Anthony Marchese – Chairman, Texas Mineral Resources Corp. With extensive experience in the mining industry, Anthony leads efforts to develop rare earth elements and critical minerals projects within the U.S., aiming to strengthen national supply chains. ?? Widad Whitman – Deputy Director for Batteries and Critical Minerals, U.S. Department of Energy Widad oversees initiatives to secure and advance the nation’s battery technologies and critical mineral resources, ensuring alignment with energy and national security priorities. ?? Catherine Crooks – Vice President, Fluor Solutions Catherine specializes in engineering and construction projects for the energy sector, focusing on innovative solutions for mineral extraction and processing facilities. ?? John Maslin (Moderator) – CEO, Vulcan Elements As CEO of a company dedicated to sustainable mining practices, John leads efforts to responsibly develop critical mineral resources essential for modern technologies. This panel will explore strategies to enhance U.S. competitiveness in the critical minerals sector, address supply chain vulnerabilities, and discuss the implications of global geopolitical shifts on domestic production capabilities. www.technatsec.com ?? Panel: Energy & Critical Minerals : Domestic Production in Great Power Competition ?? Date: Saturday, April 5th ?? Location: Harvard Business School ?? A huge thank you to our outstanding organizing team: Moises Enoc Navas Clif Luber Daryna Ostafiichuk Zach Zimmerman Bethany Russell Sophie Zimmerman Josh Cortez Daniel Ackeret Daniel Elkins Seth Toski Alex Santangelo Ryan Holte #TechNatSec #NationalSecurity #Energy #CriticalMinerls #DefenseInnovation #HBS #MITSloan #TicketsOnSale #GreatPowerCompetition

????????? Tickets are officially halfway sold out for the 4th annual Technology and National Security Conference on April 5th at Harvard Business School. Get your ticket now! ?? We’re excited to announce one of our 14 panels:? Shipbuilding in the 21st Century: Bridging the Gap in U.S.-China Capacity China’s shipbuilding and maintenance industry currently holds an overwhelming advantage over the United States, boasting 232 times the capacity. As global security and economic stability hinge more than ever on maritime dominance, the U.S. faces an urgent need to address this capacity imbalance. This panel with Rob Gorham, Mark Vandroff, Jason Potter, Mark Edelson, and moderated by Matthew Bernard, seeks to explore practical solutions to revitalize American shipbuilding and manufacturing capability. ??? Ticket link: https://lnkd.in/e8tA_t73 ??? More info: https://lnkd.in/eM7ZKbiZ ?? Act fast—last year’s event sold out weeks in advance, and tickets are expected to go quickly again this year. Make sure you secure your spot early for this can’t-miss event! ?? A huge thank you to our outstanding organizing team Moises Enoc Navas Jasen Baker Daryna Ostafiichuk Zach Zimmerman Ben Buchheim-Jurisson Bethany Russell Shai Cohen Sophie Zimmerman Josh Cortez Daniel Ackeret Daniel Elkins Drew Borinstein Fred Heiding George LeMeur Greg Knutson James S. Jessica Souder Lachlan Price Laura Luber Lisa Yan Louis McCullagh Molly Hassell Nathan W. Nick Maynes Ryan Holte Naveen K. Jonathan "JQ" Q. Jack Murren Alex Santangelo and our supportive corporate sponsors. #TechNatSec #NationalSecurity #TechAndSecurity #DefenseInnovation #NewEraOfSecurity #HBS #MITSloan #TicketsOnSale #GreatPowerCompetition