Textiles and Tactical Equipment Industry Forum
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for our quarterly industry-related forums that spotlight key federal opportunities and strengthen connections across North Carolina’s federal and defense contracting ecosystem. Each industry-specific quarterly session will connect businesses, government agencies, and prime contractors to discuss:
- Upcoming contracting opportunities and capability gaps
- Market and policy trends shaping the industry
- Success stories and lessons learned from peers
- Strategies for growth in the federal marketplace
These forums are part of our year-round commitment to industry engagement, building momentum towards major annual industry events like FEDTEX, DISC, MBB, FTS and the Summit ensuring that businesses stay connected and competitive in a rapidly evolving federal and defense landscape.
When. December 2, 2026 from 0900-1030
Where. This forum will be held in a virtual setting.
Agenda:
- NCMBC updates and industry insights
- Highlights of upcoming opportunities and capability gaps
- Featured Presentation: Jessica Reilly Shields, Deputy Director – Small Business Office, DLA Troop Support. Learn valuable insights for textile vendors seeing to do business with DLA. Attendees will be introduced to DLA’s Small Business and Clothing & Textiles Supplier Pathways resources and other tools for success.
- Business Spotlight: Stephen Sharp, Vice President of Fiber Innovation and Facilities Development at Gaston College. Sharp is a veteran textile innovator driving advanced manufacturing, research, and defense-focused fiber technologies through FutureTEX and Gaston College.
- Open Q&A and networking
Stay tuned for the upcoming Textiles and Tactical Equipment Quarterly Forums
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