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A&D Programs: November 2, 2023

A&D Programs: November 2, 2023
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Tuesday, November 07
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Continental Breakfast & Networking
  • Tuesday, November 07:  7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Tuesday, November 07
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration
  • Tuesday, November 07:  7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, November 07
8:30 AM - 8:35 AM
Opening Welcome & Speaker Introduction
  • Tuesday, November 07:  8:30 AM - 8:35 AM
Tuesday, November 07
8:35 AM - 9:15 AM
Fireside Chat – A Conversation about Defense Industrial Base Resiliency & Preparedness
  • Tuesday, November 07:  8:35 AM - 9:15 AM
The Pentagon is positioning the U.S. defense industrial base to significantly ramp up munitions production – to backfill stocks depleted by aid to Ukraine and be prepared to deter conflict in the Pacific. The nation’s top military acquisition civilian is leading the effort to mobilize industry as its supply chain...

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    Moderator
    Jen DiMascio
    Executive Editor, Defense & Space
    Aviation Week Network
    Tuesday, November 07
    9:20 AM - 10:00 AM
    How the U.S. Can Implement a Defense Industrial Policy and Boost Competitiveness
    • Tuesday, November 07:  9:20 AM - 10:00 AM
    Panelist
    John Luddy
    Vice President for National Security Policy
    Aerospace Industries Association (AIA)
    Panelist
    Scott Baum
    Vice President of Strategy & Growth
    Elbit Systems of America
    Moderator
    Steve Trimble
    Defense Editor
    Aviation Week Network
    Tuesday, November 07
    10:05 AM - 10:40 AM
    The Executive Corner
    • Tuesday, November 07:  10:05 AM - 10:40 AM
    A wide-ranging conversation highlighting topical issues with prominent industry executives. We will bring you inside the office of leading executives transforming the industry through best practices and innovation.   ...

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      Tuesday, November 07
      10:40 AM - 11:10 AM
      Meet-Up Networking Break
      • Tuesday, November 07:  10:40 AM - 11:10 AM
      Tuesday, November 07
      11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
      Protecting the Homeland Through Partnerships Abroad
      • Tuesday, November 07:  11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
      The war in Ukraine and tension in the Pacific are making the nation’s overseas alliances ever more important – from its strategic partnerships with Australia and the UK, the Quad partnership in the Pacific and the recent growth in NATO, this panel will discuss changes to the intersection of diplomacy...

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        Panelist
        Dak Hardwick
        Vice President, International Affairs
        Aerospace Industries Association (AIA)
        Tuesday, November 07
        12:05 PM - 12:30 PM
        Program Finalist Presentation
        • Tuesday, November 07:  12:05 PM - 12:30 PM
        Tuesday, November 07
        12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
        Networking Lunch
        • Tuesday, November 07:  12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
        Tuesday, November 07
        1:35 PM - 2:15 PM
        Myth Busting: High-Performance Small Satellites
        • Tuesday, November 07:  1:35 PM - 2:15 PM
        Proliferated small satellites are in exceptional demand for national security space missions, and both commercial and Aerospace & Defense industries are delivering in response to that demand. However, there is a long-held misconception that the commercial industry alone can drive the move toward smaller, affordable solutions. In reality, Aerospace &...

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          Panelist
          Bill Weber
          CEO
          Firefly Aerospace
          Panelist
          Jason Kim
          CEO
          Millennium Space Systems
          Tuesday, November 07
          2:20 PM - 3:00 PM
          The Four Horsemen - Market Outlook for the A&D Industry
          • Tuesday, November 07:  2:20 PM - 3:00 PM
          A core topic presented annually by several top industry analysts. An information-packed session discussing the latest data available and sharing their perceptions about what’s going on inside the Pentagon and NASA. ...

            SESSION DETAILS

            Panelist
            Byron Callan
            Managing Director
            Capital Alpha Partners, LLC
            Moderator
            Michael Bruno
            Executive Editor, Business
            Aviation Week Network
            Panelist
            R. John Stack
            Senior Managing Director, Aerospace & Defense Investment Banking
            B. Riley Securities
            Panelist
            Steven Grundman
            Grundman Advisory
            Tuesday, November 07
            3:05 PM - 3:35 PM
            Program Finalist Presentation
            • Tuesday, November 07:  3:05 PM - 3:35 PM
            Tuesday, November 07
            3:35 PM - 4:05 PM
            Meet-Up Networking Break
            • Tuesday, November 07:  3:35 PM - 4:05 PM
            Tuesday, November 07
            4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
            The Long-Range Plan: Why the Investments?
            • Tuesday, November 07:  4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
            A representative from Congress will discuss the vision and long-range plans for government investment in manufacturing here at home. The discussion will cover the need to make investments in innovation through science and technology and job creation all as part of national security....

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              Moderator
              Brian Everstine
              Pentagon Editor
              Aviation Week Network
              Tuesday, November 07
              5:05 PM - 6:05 PM
              End of Day One & Networking Reception (sponsored by Elbit Systems of America)
              • Tuesday, November 07:  5:05 PM - 6:05 PM
              Wednesday, November 08
              8:00 AM - 8:50 AM
              Continental Breakfast & Networking
              • Wednesday, November 08:  8:00 AM - 8:50 AM
              Wednesday, November 08
              8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
              Registration
              • Wednesday, November 08:  8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
              Wednesday, November 08
              8:55 AM - 9:00 AM
              Opening Welcome & Speaker Introduction
              • Wednesday, November 08:  8:55 AM - 9:00 AM
              Wednesday, November 08
              9:00 AM - 9:40 AM
              Mission-Critical: An Update on the U.S. Space Force
              • Wednesday, November 08:  9:00 AM - 9:40 AM
              Hear about the priorities for the future of space acquisitions and how the leaders are driving change and discipline into existing programs. Also, learn more about the next generation of technology, research, spacecraft, and overall capabilities needed for space operations.  ...

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                Moderator
                Jen DiMascio
                Executive Editor, Defense & Space
                Aviation Week Network
                Wednesday, November 08
                9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
                Stimulating Domestic Manufacturing: Is the U.S. Innovating Enough?
                • Wednesday, November 08:  9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
                Meet a few of the disruptors in the industry that’s not only creating new program solutions but advancing domestic manufacturing with efficiency.  These companies are building a legacy of innovation in programs, products, and efficient factories for the future. ...

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                  Wednesday, November 08
                  10:30 AM - 10:55 AM
                  Meet-Up Networking Break
                  • Wednesday, November 08:  10:30 AM - 10:55 AM
                  Wednesday, November 08
                  11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
                  Keeping Our Edge: Innovation and National Security
                  • Wednesday, November 08:  11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
                  Due to a decline in decades-long federal funding for R&D in technology, the United States is at risk of being outmatched by adversaries. Hear about some of the newest programs coming to market for public-private partnerships that can provide urgent and comprehensive solutions. ...

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                    Wednesday, November 08
                    11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
                    Networking Lunch
                    • Wednesday, November 08:  11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
                    Wednesday, November 08
                    1:05 PM - 1:45 PM
                    Analysts' View of the Global Industry Forecast
                    • Wednesday, November 08:  1:05 PM - 1:45 PM
                    Panelist
                    Anna Sliwon-Stewart
                    Senior Defense Analyst
                    NAB - Aviation
                    Moderator
                    Brandon Patrick
                    Senior Military Analyst for the Middle East and North Africa
                    Aviation Week Network
                    Panelist
                    Samuel Archer
                    Military Fleets Manager
                    NAB - Aviation
                    Panelist
                    Sterling Richmond
                    Senior Defense Analyst
                    NAB - Aviation
                    Wednesday, November 08
                    1:05 PM - 3:30 PM
                    Program Management Roundtable
                    • Wednesday, November 08:  1:05 PM - 3:30 PM
                    The Program Management Roundtable is held annually during Aviation Week’s A&D Programs Conference. The roundtable was created in the belief that by working together, leaders can resolve some of the most vexing—and common— issues the aerospace and defense industry’s programs will encounter. Sponsored by Siemens Digital Software Industries and hosted...

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                      Wednesday, November 08
                      1:50 PM - 2:20 PM
                      A Game Changer: Using AI to Design Aerospace Parts
                      • Wednesday, November 08:  1:50 PM - 2:20 PM
                      Undoubtedly, artificial intelligence (AI) is a game changer and rapidly growing to outperform human capabilities. Hear about the latest NASA programs and how CAD software powered by AI is used to design aerospace parts to be used in upcoming missions....

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                        Wednesday, November 08
                        2:25 PM - 2:55 PM
                        Program Finalist Presentation
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  2:25 PM - 2:55 PM
                        Wednesday, November 08
                        3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
                        Lessons Learned: Taking the Pulse of the Global Supply Chain Challenges
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
                        Wednesday, November 08
                        3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
                        Meet-Up Networking Break
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
                        Wednesday, November 08
                        4:05 PM - 4:50 PM
                        Closing Keynote
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  4:05 PM - 4:50 PM
                        Wednesday, November 08
                        4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
                        Closing Remarks
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
                        Wednesday, November 08
                        6:15 PM - 9:00 PM
                        Program Excellence Dinner & Awards Presentation
                        • Wednesday, November 08:  6:15 PM - 9:00 PM