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The Dakotas have a strong tradition of supplying our military with the tools they need -- our goal is to help continue and expand that tradition. The Dakota Defense Alliance will raise the visibility of our defense-related manufacturers with the prime government contractors, increase their awareness of RFP opportunities coming out of DoD, and help facilitate collaboration on complementary objectives. The alliance will be a networking venue for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized manufacturers, in the Dakotas.
 

 

3rd Annual DC Fly-In

Thursday July 15th, 2010

The Washington Court Hotel
525 New Jersey AVE NW
Washington, DC 20001

Registration begins at 7 AM in the Lower Lobby Level in the hotel. Here you will be able to sign-in, get your name tag, and pick up Agenda’s, contact information and other documentation. This is where the Breakfast, Luncheon, Exhibits and Conference will take place.

Agenda | Travel & Accomodations | Contacts | * Register Here! *


This is a first class opportunity for our state's businesses to reach beyond the borders of the Red River Valley and the badlands to bring home new customers, contracts, and opportunities.

Kristin Hedger-Executive Director, DDA


Agenda

8:25 Welcome: Kristin Hedger
8:30 Keynote Address:  LTG (Ret) Jerry Sinn (DRS Technologies)

 

9:00 Protective Security Advisor Program: Derek Matthews (DHS)
9:30

Brief of Office of Naval Research and opportunities for Small Business: John Williams (ONR)

10:00

Small Business Opportunities Presentation:
Tony Bell (Outreach Programs, DHS OSDBU)
Subash Iyer (SBA)

10:45 30-minue networking break; coffee served
11:15

Value of RFID in ND Manufacturing Businesses:
Harry Pappas
Ken Porad (Boeing)

11:35 Opportunities for Disadvantaged Businesses: Randall Nossaman (USDoT)
12:00 Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Intro & Update: Jeff Harris (UGPTI)
12:30

Raytheon-sponsored luncheon
Keynote Address: Congressman Earl Pomeroy (ND-D)

1:30 Role of Sustainment Technology: Gary Motsek (OSD)
2:15

Prime Contracting Panel: Gwendolyn Tillman (Northrop Grumman), Reps from Raytheon, Lockheed

3:00 30-minute networking break; coffee served
3:30

DoD Panel: General Christianson, Mike Corcoran, General McMaster, Major Lynne Schneider

4:30 Energy Presentation: PJ Dougherty (SMI) & George Schultz (USDA)
5:00 Adjourn
6:00 Social: The Monacle: Senator Byron Dorgan

Join DDA Members, ND Congressional Delegation, Select ND Delegation Staff, Select DoD Prime Contractors and Select DoD Staff for this high-profile networking event.

Breakfast is being sponsored by
DRS Technologies
American Continental

Fresh Squeezed Orange, Grapefruit & Chilled Cranberry Juices
 Assorted Danish, Muffins & Cinnamon Buns
Butter, Marmalade, & Raspberry Preserves
Sliced Fresh Fruit & Berries
Freshly Brewed Regular, Decaffeinated Coffee & Tea

Networking Breaks sponsored by
Strategic Marketing Innovations

Luncheon is being sponsored by
Raytheon
Deli Buffet

Fruit Salad
Dijon Potato Salad
Tortellini Salad; Cheese Tortellini with Fresh Basil & Pine nuts
Greek Salad
Freshly Roasted Rosemary Turkey Breast, Garlic Rubbed Roast Beef,
Smoked Ham, New York Pastrami, Genoa Salami
Sliced Provolone, Swiss, Cheddar
Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pickles, Mayonnaise, Mustard
Assorted Rolls & Rustic Breads
Assorted New York Style Cheesecakes
Freshly Brewed Regular, Decaffeinated Coffee & Tea

Reception at The Monocle sponsorsed by
Dakota Defense Alliance
Beverages & Appetizers will be served from
6:00 to 7:30 pm for DC Fly-In attendees.


Travel & Accomodations

Get a discount on airfare when you travel with Northwest Airlines. Go to www.nwa.com or call 1.800.328.1111 to purchase airfare and use code NM5GD to receive a 2-7% discount. Give your travel agent the code to use as well.

*Flights can depart from any airport; must arrive at DCA, IAD or BWI. Only applicable for travel July 10-18th, 2010*

A special room block/price of $259.00/ room has also been set up for the DDA at the Washington Court Hotel where the conference takes place. Just ask for the DDA room block rate when you book!

*We have a guaranteed number of rooms to fill
so we encourage you to use this hotel*


Contacts

Washington Court Hotel
525 New Jersey Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20001
202.628.2100

The Monocle on Capitol Hill-Senate Side
107 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
202.546.4488

Kristin Hedger-Executive Director
Dakota Defense Alliance
701.426.9584

NeTia Richards-Program Manager
Dakota Defense Alliance
701.538.4678
701.680.8079

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