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A&D Programs: November 2, 2024

A&D Programs: November 2, 2024
Washington, DC
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Wednesday, November 20
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Program Excellence Roundtable
  • Wednesday, November 20, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Wednesday, November 20
12:00 PM - 12:55 PM

Networking Lunch
  • Wednesday, November 20, 12:00 PM - 12:55 PM

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Wednesday, November 20
1:00 PM - 1:05 PM

Opening Welcome
  • Wednesday, November 20, 1:00 PM - 1:05 PM
Speaker

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Wednesday, November 20
1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

Resolving Data Rights Challenges in Defense Software
  • Wednesday, November 20, 1:05 PM - 1:45 PM
This session will examine the complex landscape of data rights in government- industry partnerships, focusing on the Department of Defense’s software procurement processes. Topics will include strategies for fostering innovation while meeting national security requirements, and potential solutions that benefit both sectors and ultimately support U.S. warfighters.
Speakers
Caitlin Dohrman

CEO
Tangram Flex
Panelist

Madeline Zimmerman

Business Development
Palantir
Panelist

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Wednesday, November 20
1:50 PM - 2:30 PM

Driving Innovation While Managing Budget and Cost
  • Wednesday, November 20, 1:50 PM - 2:30 PM
How are industry professionals navigating an environment that seeks innovation while demanding rigorous management of budgets, timelines and costs? This panel will discuss insights on tackling cost overruns due to technical challenges, maintaining funding stability for long-term programs, and leveraging technology for cost efficiency.
Speakers
Cynthia Cook

Sr. Fellow & Director, Defense-Industrial Initiatives Group
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Moderator

Fernando Oliveira

VP, Commercial Aviation Programs
Embraer
Moderator

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Wednesday, November 20
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Refreshment Break
  • Wednesday, November 20, 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

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Wednesday, November 20
2:50 PM - 3:30 PM

Reshaping Industry-Government Dynamics in Defense Contracting
  • Wednesday, November 20, 2:50 PM - 3:30 PM
This panel will explore the shift towards breaking vendor lock and promoting continuous competition, analyzing its impact on program execution and design for both sectors. The discussion will include an examination of recent contracts, and the challenges and opportunities in implementing new contracting models, as well as future trends in...

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Wednesday, November 20
3:35 PM - 4:05 PM

Supply Chain Resilience: Navigating Disruption and Complexity
  • Wednesday, November 20, 3:35 PM - 4:05 PM
This comprehensive session will explore approaches to two urgent supply chain issues: complexity and disruption. Attendees will learn about leading strategies for handling increasingly complex programs, and which tools are simplifying sophisticated processes.

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Wednesday, November 20
4:10 PM - 4:50 PM

Recognizing Program Excellence in Aerospace and Defense
  • Wednesday, November 20, 4:10 PM - 4:50 PM
Since 2005, the Aviation Week Program Excellence Awards have recognized outstanding aerospace and defense program performance, emphasizing leadership, creativity, and disciplined processes beyond technological achievements. To commemorate its 20th year, we will talk with Program Excellence Evaluation Team members about the nomination process and criteria, how each submission is evaluated...
Speakers
Michael Bruno

Executive Editor, Business
Aviation Week Network
Moderator

Kim Trost

Sr. Director, Program Management Office
Elbit Systems of America
Panelist

Mr.  Marcelo Tocci Moreira

E-Freighter Program Director, Commercial Aviation
Embraer
Panelist

Mark Husband

Professor of Acquisition Management
Defense Acquisition University
Panelist

Warren Nechtman

Vice President Program Management
Honeywell Aerospace
Panelist

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Wednesday, November 20
4:50 PM - 6:00 PM

Networking Reception
  • Wednesday, November 20, 4:50 PM - 6:00 PM

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Wednesday, November 20
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Program Excellence Awards Dinner
  • Wednesday, November 20, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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