DEF! We have an ask: What individuals and organizations are masterfully convening around national security? We want to find those outside the traditional community who are effectively bringing uncommonly eclectic groups together to discuss, explore and implement alternative approaches. We want to look beyond dual use hackathons, contracting facilitation groups and those helping to bridge the valley of death, and even AI and additive manufacturing.... We want to know who is more focussed on, and doing an excellent job of attracting, convening and curating amazing groups for face to face conversations as their main objective. PRIMARILY, we are interested in learning from, and partnering with those who are focussed on the human element, building human networks, fostering authentic relationships and successfully creating platforms for multidisciplinary perspectives to be shared. Who is effectively attracting and recruiting world class talent into the arena? Groups and individuals that come to mind - Who else should be in this list? +More Perfect Union, Jay Long, William Treseder, Lyla Kohistany, Ed.D Globally, Matt Evers, CLTD, Jen Sovada, Mike Slagh Hacking for Defense? (H4D) Military Mentors Chaveso Cook, Ph.D. Jim Perkins leave a link here or shoot me an email: [email protected] - Jesse Levin

Some thoughts I shared with the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum community yesterday in regards to the cellular outages experienced in the US. In point of fact I am not a "closet prepper." In so many ways, the idea of being ready in this country has been bastardized and exploited to perpetuate and promote a niche economy fueled by fear and perceived vulnerabilities. The infrastructure in our country, is in fact outrageously dated and vulnerable to both man made and natural disruptions. We have become remarkably dependent and have lost the concept of being "prepared and capable" for the purpose of being better able to be of service to ourselves, our families and our communities in time of need. There is a material liklyhood that we will continue to experience an increasing level of critical infrastructure disruptions. As Ray Dalio articulates, the greatest defensive weapon we have is strength of community. There are many intentional externalities working to make sure domestic community cohesion remains destabilized. True "readiness" or "Preparedness" is not about stockpiling food, weapons and chickens in preparation for isolation.... Although chickens are cool and having the right tools are also important. True readiness is about building community, having the capacity to contribute (think volunteer firefighting, EMS) or otherwise and being skilled to have the confidence to lead and care for others when the status quo is disrupted. Key to this equation is reimagining approaches to socializing this notion and to chipping away at the negative connotations of preparedness that conjures fringe, anti-government, anti-establishment activities and personas. Our decade + long attempt to accomplish this most recently manifested in the shape of The Readiness Collective Any seasoned #emergencymanagement professional will tell you hyper local community is critical and I would argue, collective community capacity at the local level is a national security imperative given our current geopolitical realities. So... Who are the master curators and community builders out there re-thinking how society comes together to be of service? Who is out there onboarding wider swaths of the population into the national security community to bring the diversity of skills and perspective we need to maintain relevance? Who is focussed on building international inter-connected human networks to strengthen ties, build capacity and deter conflict? Who is doing work on the #humanterrain front? Jesus “JB” Cuartas Katie Belfi, Esq., CEM, MCC Kathy Fulton, Philip J. Palin Harvard Humanitarian Initiative Fabian Pfortmüller, Nola Weinstein Evanna Hu, Nicholas Krohley, Ph.D. Joe Musselman Jake Harriman Patrick Dowd David Greene, Jim Craft, Rob Glenn

Another year of #innovation from Trackforce Valiant + TrackTik. Learn more about how the world's largest security workforce software provider helps businesses of all sizes!

We are excited to introduce a brand-new initiative from the World Trade Center Miami! Mark your calendars ??? for February 11-13, 2025, as we launch the Aerospace Defense Americas Conference in Miami & Cape Canaveral. This high-impact event will offer: ??B2B Matchmaking | ?? Conferences | ??International Market Insights Here’s what you can expect: High-Value B2B Matchmaking ?? ? Tailored Meetings: Get exclusive access to pre-arranged, one-on-one meetings with the right partners, suppliers, and buyers aligned with your business goals, ensuring meaningful connections. ? Strategic Partnerships: Build relationships with major players, including primes like Boeing and Embraer, unlocking opportunities for subcontracting and project integration. Addressing Supply Chain Challenges ??? ? Tackle Industry Pain Points: Dive into discussions on pressing aerospace, space, and defense supply chain challenges with industry experts. Gain actionable strategies to overcome bottlenecks and enhance resilience. ? Collaborative Problem-Solving: Join forces with peers, primes, and government officials to identify practical solutions to current disruptions and prepare your business to thrive in a rapidly evolving market. Focused Networking & Knowledge Sharing ?? ? Tabletop Exhibitions: Showcase your innovations in a concentrated, business-oriented setting, fostering direct engagement with potential clients and partners. ? Specialized Content: Participate in insightful discussions and market overviews, gaining unique access to top industry players and networking opportunities. Strategic Locations ?? With activities planned in both Miami and Cape Canaveral, this event provides direct access to major aerospace and defense hubs, making it the perfect venue to connect with global industry leaders. Special thanks to our partners: ADS Group Ltd | The Aerospace Alliance | Space Florida For more information about registration and sponsorship opportunities, follow Aerospace Defense Americas and visit ??https://hubs.li/Q02RWzyB0 #aerospace #defence #security #space #aerospacedefenseamericas #wtcm

JNL Technologies, Inc. alongside @Convergint are excited to showcase at LeadingAge Texas Annual Conference & Solutions Expo! The event will take place from May 20th to 22nd at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, Texas. Booth 60 Why Attend? This isn’t just any event; it's a melting pot of innovation, ideas, and the future of senior living. As leaders in senior safety and security technology, we are eager to immerse ourselves in cutting-edge discussions, connect with fellow innovators, and showcase our latest solutions designed to revolutionize senior safety and security. ?? Mark your calendars! We're inviting you to join us in this journey of discovery and innovation. Come find us, where we’ll be sharing insights, engaging in thought-provoking conversations, and presenting our groundbreaking products/services that promise to set new benchmarks in senior safety and security technology. #LeadingAge #TradeShow #JNLTechnologies #JNL #Quantum #QuantumSenior #QuantumSafety #Texas #SeniorLiving #NursingHome #DoorControl #WanderManagement #FallDetection #NurseCall

Nancy Rainosek, CISO for the State of Texas is sharing her point of view ! "What’s really fundamental to this conference is the ability to connect with people and engage in deeper conversations than at most other conferences I attend." "I’m here to learn from others and to connect with professionals in the field! For me, making connections is all about collaboration." Watch the full video here and save the date for the next edition : October 29-30, 2024, Palais des congrès, #Montreal #InCyberForum2024 #InCyber #InCyberMontreal

Here's what Aaron Pierce, our newest Board Director, had to say about Pierce Aerospace's years of membership with AUVSI: ?? “We had one of our mentors tell us that AUVSI was the place to be to get anything done… I would second that, third that, fourth that for anyone else who’s ever considering or thinking about membership.” Check out his insights on the value of the AUVSI community and how networking opportunities in the uncrewed systems industry have made a difference for his business ↓

?? Taking time to re-think, re-vitalise and re-focus with William! It's important we 'create space' so that we can get the most value when we apply ourselves. ?? Adrienne Cole and I launch an article series this week looking at breaking the value creation barrier in relation to the supply network.?Watch this space!

Often referred to as the Davos of national security, the MSC, the largest annual global gathering of defense and security #leaders, has evolved into a forum where government officials, defense sector personnel, and businesses converge to discuss the global decisions and partnerships that will shape the global security environment and economy in the years to come. Explore our summary of this year’s top five takeaways for business leaders: https://bit.ly/494I8KU Authors: Ben T. Smith, IV, Guido Hertel, Drew DeLong, and Santiago Lavín

MDEX 2024 is almost here! Stop by booth C13 next week and learn how DornerWorks solutions support the future of #defense including: ? Mission Critical Networking: TSN ? Cybersecurity: seL4-Based Hypervisor ? AI / ML Deployment #security #seL4