When
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDTContact
Phil Williams, DANC Science & Technology ChairDefense Alliance of North Carolina
336-312-6478
Where
UNC-Wilmington, Burney Center (4941 Riegel Road)601 S. College Rd.,
Wilmington 28403
Driving Directions
4May2022 Science & Technology Forum at UNC-W "Building the DoD Workforce for the 21st Century"
"Building the DoD Workforce for the 21st Century"
Discussions and briefs on critical topics facing our national security and the workforce of the future will include Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML), Cybersecurity, Geo Spatial Technologies, Human Performance and the Blue Economy.
Keynote Presenters:
Dr. Jose V. Sartarelli - UNCW Chancellor
Dr. Stuart Borrett – Associate Provost for Research
Dr. Ulku Clark – Cyber (Management Information Systems Faculty)
Dr. Karl Ricanek – AI/ML (Computer Science Faculty)
Dr. Narcisa Pricope – Geo Spatial (Earth and Ocean Science Faculty)
Dr. Ken Halanych - Blue Economy (Executive Director Center for Marine Science)
Dr. Martial Michel – Data Machine Corporation
Dr. Michael Roman – IOMAXIS
Bill Kawczynski – Director Military Affairs
Michael Mullins - Director, NC Defense Industry Diversification Initiative (NCDIDI)
Dr. Fiona Baxter - Associate Executive Director, NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)
John Whiteaker - Strategic Engagement Director North Carolina, National Security Innovation Network (NSIN)
Arrive early for parking, coffee and networking at 9am.
Welcome remarks and briefs will begin promptly at 10am. Lunch will be served at 12noon with briefs continuing until 2pm. Opportunity for networking prior to 10am and following the conclusion of the forum.
Bring your business cards for networking exchange and a chance to take home a UNC-W Gift Basket. No cost to participate.
DANC Science & Technology Forum Leaders:
Phil Williams, Phil Williams LLC, 336-312-6478, phil.williams@linktophil.com
Brandon Conover, Practical Scientific Solutions Inc., 919-740-5130, BLConover@practicalscientific.com
DANC Operations Staff:
Tammy Everett, DANC Executive Director, 910-690-4450, teverett@defensealliancenc.org
The Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC) is a private, nonprofit, organization focused on strengthening North Carolina’s defense sector and those who support it.
The Alliance combines the powerful leadership of distinguished military officers and industry executives, a large and active membership base, and an impressive set of standing forums and events to support North Carolina’s government, military, business, and academic communities.
Our Mission:
Grow North Carolina’s defense economy in a way that creates new long-term investments and job opportunities.
Vision:
Improve the economy of North Carolina by:
- positioning key organizations and senior leaders to assist in the expansion of defense-related business opportunities throughout the state
- leading high-impact strategic growth initiatives
- providing actionable information and networking opportunities to NC entities with defense sector interests
The Alliance’s unique ability to lead government, military, industry, and academic partners in collaborative efforts toward common objectives continues to create opportunities for North Carolina while augmenting the capabilities of the nation’s military.
Click to learn more about the Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC)