CROSSTALK 2023: Emerging Opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing Small Businesses in Aerospace & Defense
10 am – 5 pm Northern Utah
Weber State University Davis
2750 University Park Blvd, Layton, UT 84041
In partnership with
Utah Aerospace and Defense Association (UADA) serves as the first-ever convening body for Aerospace and Defense companies in the state of Utah. The organization works as a partner to the Governor’s Office, World Trade Center Utah, the legislature, and other organizations in promoting/advocating for all aspects of business related to this industry. We aim to increase and promote the innovation taking place on and off the Wasatch Front by identifying companies and telling their stories in an effort to help grow sales and identify new contract opportunities.
The College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University – Davis
The College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University provides cutting edge instruction for over three thousand students in the critical fields of engineering, manufacturing, computing, and more. The WSU Davis Campus provides a wide range of higher educational opportunities to the residents of Davis County and surrounding areas. With a population of over 350,000 residents, Davis County is Utah’s third largest county. It is also home to Hill Air Force Base, Utah’s largest employer. Davis County residents comprise 44 percent of the student body at Weber State University. In addition to providing learning opportunities close to where these students live and work, the Davis Campus is an integral part of the larger community, enriching the social, cultural and economic lives of the citizens of Davis County.
Utah Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Initiative (UAMMI), Utah Aerospace and Defense Association (UADA), and The College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University – Davis would like to personally invite you to
CROSSTALK 2023: Emerging Opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing Small Businesses in Aerospace & Defense
10 am – 5 pm Northern Utah
Weber State University Davis
2750 University Park Blvd, Layton, UT 84041
May 22, 2023
Welcome Reception 6 pm – 8 pm
Hosted by Catalyst Campus, Ogden
Honoring Women at the Forefront of Utah’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry
Presentations:
Update on MARS building, Missile & Energy Research Center, and WSU programs
President Brad Mortensen
President Weber State University
Utahs New Aerospace & Defense Association
Mr. Adam Fife
Vice Chairman UADA Board
KEYNOTE: SpaceForce Program and opportunities for small businesses in advanced manufacturing
Mr. Thomas A. Lockhart Jr.
Director, Capability and Resource Integration (J8) U.S. Space Command
How small businesses can engage with AFNWC through various programs targeting innovation and small businesses
Mr. Michael Whitmore
Air Force Nuclear Weapons Systems
How small businesses in advanced manufacturing can contract with Northrop Grumman
Ms. Tamara Humphrey
VP of Aerospace Structures Business Unit, Northrop Grumman
Small Business Opportunities with BAE Systems
Ms. Kelley McGrath
Director of Operations, Air Force Strategic Systems, Intelligence & Security Sector BAE Systems
Small Business Opportunities with Air Force Supply Chain & Sustainment Programs
Mr. Randy “Shon” Stevenson
Air Force Sustainment Center
Utah’s Governor’s Office programs to Support Small Businesses in Defense Manufacturing
Mr. Pete Codella, Business Services
Ms. Linda Cabrales, Innovation Center
Mr. Chuck Spence, APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC)
Lance Soffe, Director of Targeted Industries
DOD Community Support Programs for Small Businesses in Aerospace & Defense
Mr. Louis Littleton
DOD Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation
Innovative Solutions to Airworthiness for Composites Materials
Mr. Craig Rees
Shipcom Wireless
We thank our sponsors and exhibitors!
THANK YOU TO OUR DIAMOND SPONSORS: COMPOSITES ONE ®, Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development, LSI, Luna, Utah-MEP, SAMPE, IACMI, ADVANTAGE CAPITAL, & Spectrum Recruiting.
Exhibitors: Advanced Business Events, Luna, Oxen Energy LLC, and Weber State University
We are looking forward to seeing you,
Thank you,
UAMMI, UADA, and WSU
Hotels
Candlewood Suites Layton, Utah
Tru by Hilton Clearfield Hill Air Force Base