Session Focus: Federal Technology Innovations Scouting Showcase

Four select businesses will present their cutting-edge technologies to participating government representatives. Select businesses will have 10-minutes for presentation followed by 10-minutes for feedback and Q&A from the government panel. The briefs aim to bridge the gap between innovative solutions and federal technology needs.  This session is a crucial opportunity for innovators to connect with federal technology needs and gain visibility among prime manufacturers and stakeholders in the defense sector.

Quad charts will be accepted starting May 9, 2025. 
Quad chart deadline, July 6, 2025 at 1700 EST.

For quad chart templates and additional information, visit: http://go.pardot.com/e/934193/innovations-scouting-showcase-/m3jhq/819061044/h/FRA5BnxzD3Rs2A79QeXadKeq_slbfAUdlbv0hyyszpM

The fourth annual Federal Technology Symposium (FTS) is hosted by the Office of US Senator Thom Tillis, the Office of US Senator Ted Budd, Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC), and the North Carolina Military Business Center.

When: September 9-10, 2025 

Where: Fayetteville Technical Community College
Tony Rand Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room (building #7)
2201 Hull Road, Fayetteville, NC

The FTS will highlight the advanced technology needs of major military commands in North Carolina, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), along with the correlating capabilities of the innovation ecosystem in North Carolina and the Southeast. The Symposium aims to establish dialogue and partnerships between industry, academia, and government to address the future technology needs of America’s warfighters and security agencies. 

Beginning with a pressing tactical scenario and a series of in-depth roundtable discussions, thought leaders with diverse views will explore pressing Defense and Homeland Security needs and how they may be addressed collaboratively through an expansive innovation ecosystem. Discussions will include emerging technologies, collaboration for innovation, the future of warfare and security in the face of mounting threats, and demonstrations of dual-use advanced technologies that may help satisfy rapidly evolving requirements. 

The value for you is a day-to: 

  • Engage with Innovators: Meet and interact with key personnel from government, academia, and industry all in one place, fostering critical collaborations.
  • Discover Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge technologies and strategies to address your organization’s challenges and gaps.
  • Expand Your Network: Strengthen your connections within the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem, opening doors to future partnerships and opportunities. 
  • Maximize Networking: Benefit from extensive networking opportunities to connect you with influential leaders, peers, and potential collaborators. 
  • Broaden Perspectives: Gain insights from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other federal agencies, expanding the scope of your understanding and capabilities.