Heartland Maritime and Defense Innovation Forum
Bringing Together Leaders in Shipbuilding and Microelectronics
This summit represents a unique convergence of maritime tradition, academic excellence, and cutting-edge defense innovation. This event is specifically designed to welcome both established defense contractors and companies with no defense experience whatsoever. Whether you’re seeking to understand defense funding opportunities, explore academic partnerships, or learn how to transition commercial technologies to defense applications, this forum and our panel of experts will provide the perfect entry point into the defense innovation ecosystem!
The timing provides a special opportunity for industry, academia, and servicemembers to engage around issues of national defense, creating authentic connections between current naval operations, emerging technologies, and future innovation needs across the full spectrum of defense capabilities.