Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii

🚨 The Countdown is On! 🚨 Founders Series: Funding Pathways is happening NEXT WEEK—don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to gain expert insights and propel your startup’s growth! Event Details: 📅 Date: January 14th ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (MST) 📍 Location: Hybrid! Join us online and in person in Phoenix! Why You Should Attend: 🧭 Funding Opportunities - Unlock a roadmap to accelerate your startup. 🌊 NSIN Programs - Learn to navigate National Security Innovation Network initiatives. 🧲 DoD Insights - Engage with Department of Defense program managers. 🎓 Government Contracting - Master mechanisms like BAAs, SBIRs, and OTAs. Featuring Stephen Brennan from the Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii and our own Angela Roman Aspito, MBA, this is your chance to connect with top-tier experts and gain actionable insights. 👉 Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/g-t-r3aK #FounderSeries #FundingPathways #StartupGrowth #Innovation #DefenseTech #Entrepreneurship #FundingOpportunities #GovernmentContracts #DoDInnovation #TechStartups #BusinessGrowth

Happening this month! At Pacific Tech 2024, you’ll engage with influential leaders, including America’s Seed Fund Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and Technology Scouts from various Combatant Commands. This is a great opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers looking to partner with small businesses to tackle critical national challenges. This conference offers many opportunities to network during as well as schedule one-on-one meetings with decision-makers. REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/gQuZQc-d

Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii and DIU representatives met with David Nockels,  First Assistant Secretary, Defence Industry Policy, Australian Department of Defence in Honolulu on Wednesday October 9, 2024, discussing potential areas for collaboration and sharing best practices on topics related to defense innovation in the Indo-Pacific region.   From left: Anthony Escasa, PMP, CSM Escasa, OnRamp Hub: Hawaii; Gloria Choo, NSIN; Chris Murphy, DIU; Aidan Brown, David Nockels, Australian Department of Defence; Lt. Col Alex Garcias, DIU; Stephen Brennan, Marcus Yano, Kevin M., OnRamp Hub: Hawaii. #DefenseInnovation #HawaiiInnovation #INDOPACIFIC

ATLAS Composites and Innovation Summit OnRamp Hub: Kansas October 1-3, 2024 ACIS is a technology summit to showcase new manufacturing innovations. Learn More >> https://lnkd.in/esVinG3r Ad Astra Tech Summit - Hosted by FlagshipKansas.Tech OnRamp Hub: Kansas October 2, 2024 Wichita tech summit that will include industry panels, apprenticeship programs, and digital skills development for the local tech community. Learn More >> https://lnkd.in/eU9P5R2s Space Apps Three Day Event OnRamp Hub: Washington October 4, 2024 A three-day in-person event focused on problem-solving in the space tech sector. 50-plus participants are expected and an ideal fit for the robust space sector in the PNW. For more information: info@pnwmac.org Brown Bag Innovation Luncheon: AI/ML for ICorps Mission Needs OnRamp Hub: Washington October 9, 2024 A defense tech innovation event, in person and virtual, connecting three firms with DoD mission partners on a tech topic of relevant interest. The tech focus is on AI/ML for IP theater needs. For more information: info@pnwmac.org Brown Bag Innovation Luncheon: Performance & MedTech OnRamp Hub: Washington October 15, 2024 A defense tech innovation event, in person and virtual, connecting three firms with DoD mission partners on a tech topic of relevant interest. The tech focus is on Human Performance and MedTech. For more information: info@pnwmac.org DIU Autonomous System Conference OnRamp Hub: Washington October 23, 2024 A two-day DIU autonomous system conference that is anticipated to attract around 100 industry partners. NSIN Propel 2024 Cohort Demo Day OnRamp Hub: Hawaii October 25, 2024 Interactive demonstrations of the 10 NSIN Propel 2024 Cohorts at Hickam Air Force Base, Hanger 35. Pacific Tech Conference 2024 OnRamp Hub: Hawaii October 27-29, 2024 A two-day conference bringing together a wide array of expert speakers to focus on the challenges and opportunities of the Indo-Pacific Region, including emerging industries like space. Learn More >> https://lnkd.in/extYrndS

Don't miss our upcoming event on May 3rd! Gain invaluable insights and tools for navigating cybersecurity in today's complex landscape, amidst geopolitical tensions. Hear directly from Mission Partners and be part of shaping the future of cyber defense. https://lnkd.in/gD2xbesN #Cybersecurity #DefenseDefense Innovation Unit (DIU) #OnRampHubKansas #NSINNSIN - National Security Innovation Network Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC) Pacific Northwest Mission Acceleration Center Great Lakes Mission Acceleration Center Mission Acceleration Center Indo Pacific

Innovators and Entrepreneurs - Discover how you can protect your innovations as you transition from idea to product at our May 3rd event, "Intellectual Property 101: Demystifying the patent process." Experts from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will walk you through and demystify the patent applications process. Learn about the different intellectual property types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets; working with the USPTO; and the resources available to you through the USPTO to protect your intellectual property. Register today! https://lnkd.in/g8TZxfFc #nwdefense #pnwinnovation #innovations #manufacturing #patents Chris Groves Denise Ryser Joseph Corigliano Dradin Kreft Jake Tozier Todd J. Woods Erin Herringshaw Mission Acceleration Center Indo Pacific Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC) Great Plains Mission Acceleration Center Mission Acceleration Center National Network

$75,000 prize challenge announced! This is a call for expeditionary power solutions for use on a mobile electro-optical platform in the Pacific, seeking innovations that balance power delivery, quiet running, and weight. This is a Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii event sponsored by DIU / NSIN in collaboration with the Maui 15th Space Surveillance Squadron. Upcoming "Ask Me Anything" session coming up 17 May, with a short 10 page pitch deck for submission due 31 May. #defenseinnovation Mission Acceleration Center Indo Pacific Kevin M. Bernice Glenn Kissinger Stephen Brennan Richard Chong Gloria Choo Jesse Gipe https://lnkd.in/eFYkhNub

A week full of high-energy collaboration, cutting edge innovation, and international partnerships at the 2024 POST conference in Honolulu, Hawaii! All the Mission Acceleration Center partners were present Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC) Pacific Northwest Mission Acceleration Center Great Lakes Mission Acceleration Center Great Plains Mission Acceleration Center Mission Acceleration Center Indo Pacific throughout the week. Hawaii marked the fifth and final stop in the tour across the country to open up the Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub programs. NSIN also announced the first prize challenge in Hawaii with 15th Space Surveillance Squadron, seeking advancements in expeditionary energy. Over 45 innovators from across the country and throughout the Pacific Allied Partners showcased their technology at the POST FX event. Capped off by the MAC Indo Pacific hosted launch event of the DIU NSIN OnRamp Hub program on Thursday, bringing over 100 members of the defense innovation community together for an evening of partnering and celebration. We're taking a breather for a bit and then its on to our next engagement! Kevin M. Bernice Glenn Kissinger Stephen Brennan Larry R. Jordan, Jr. Drew Trojanowski Denise Ryser Rob Carpenter Gloria Choo

Hawaii marked the last stop in the nationwide tour of Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub launches! Thank you to Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) NSIN - National Security Innovation Network for the support of the launch!

Congratulations to COL Larry "LJ" Jordan who just held his retirement ceremony at Fort Shafter's Palm Circle, retiring after 27 years active of duty service for the United States Army. LJ is a proud fifth generation service member of the armed services going back to 1863. His most recent activity was as the CEMA Chief for US Army Pacific, overseeing the portfolio of non-kinetic activities that spanned cyber and the electromagnetic spectrum as part of the large push towards multi-domain operations. LJ has now joined the Mission Acceleration Center Indo Pacific team to continue serving his country as our Vice President for Mission Partners. Congratulations to LJ and his family, and we are honored that he chose to join our journey to accelerate Warfighter impacts through commercial innovation! Larry R. Jordan, Jr. Kevin M. Southwest Mission Acceleration Center (MAC) Pacific Northwest Mission Acceleration Center Great Plains Mission Acceleration Center Great Lakes Mission Acceleration Center