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SUMMARY:DARPAConnect Maine Regional Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis full-day event brings together industry\, academia\, and emerging businesses to learn directly from DARPA office directors\, program managers\, and staff. Gain the tools and knowledge to successfully engage with DARPA\, including: \n\nDARPA Overview: Insights into DARPA’s mission and upcoming initiatives.\nEngaging with Program Managers: Best practices for connecting with DARPA PMs.\nProposal Success Strategies: Learn what makes a proposal stand out.\nExclusive Networking: In-person attendees will have direct access to DARPA leaders for in-depth Q&A sessions.\n\nBreakfast\, lunch\, and refreshments will be provided for all in-person participants. \nWhy DARPA? \nDARPA (the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is the U.S. Department of War’s premier R&D agency\, relentlessly pursuing groundbreaking innovations in artificial intelligence\, biotechnology\, advanced manufacturing\, cybersecurity\, and more. Renowned for turning bold ideas into field-ready capabilities\, DARPA continues to push the boundaries of possibility. \nWhether you’re new to DARPA or a seasoned performer\, this event will offer you valuable insights on “How to DARPA” from dynamic\, visionary leaders\, along with networking opportunities that can help propel your national security innovation efforts.
URL:https://www.startupmaine.org/program/darpaconnect-maine-regional-pop-up/
LOCATION:Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks\, 200 Sable Oaks Drive\, South Portland\, 04106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ecosystem Event
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