Kick off Fed Supernova 2023 with Startup Crawl during the evening of August 22!

Capital Factory 

Check in will take place from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Capital Factory 

Capital Factory’s most popular networking event! Come meet your next mentor, co-founder, investor, or government partners during this free hour of coffee and networking.

Founder’s Lounge – 5th Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor

Join in on this discussion of the challenges and opportunities presented by the advancement of ground robotics. Experts will share their insights on ways to defend against military robotics, while exploring ways to mitigate risks such as implementing fail-safes, establishing robust cybersecurity protocols, and developing clear ethical guidelines and legal frameworks for the use of military robotics.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Communication is key to cybersecurity. The defense industry is made up of many organizations and businesses that all work together to protect our military from cyber threats — though this can lead to overlap and create a need for extra communication on how best to provide cyber security. Our panelists will discuss how organizations collaborate with each other to ensure our country is safe and protected.

Captain America – 8th Floor

This Operational Imperative aims to ensure the Air Force’s ability to conduct operations from forward operating locations in contested environments. The panel will explore the challenges and solutions associated with implementing this imperative, including improving infrastructure, enhancing force protection, and developing new tactics and technologies. In this highly interactive session, you’ll be able to discuss directly with Air Force leadership their priorities and assumptions underlying this Operational Imperative.

ACL – 16th Floor

This panel will examine the growing priority of contested logistics and sustainment across multiple organizations in the Department of Defense, with a focus on how startups and small businesses can contribute to this field. The discussion will explore the latest developments in dual-use cases for contested logistics and how these can be leveraged to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness in logistics operations in hostile environments.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Protecting our nation from cyber threats is a top priority. Our military and defense groups, such as the Army, Air Force, and Navy, are constantly under attack from cyber threats. Our speaker will discuss the types of cyber threats we face daily and how innovative technology is helping us defend against them.

Captain America – 8th Floor

What innovative materials and manufacturing techniques will enhance tomorrow’s military capabilities? This panel will explore what’s possible in technology ideas that were once only the realm of science fiction: advanced composites, nanomaterials, additive manufacturing and smart materials.

ACL – 16th Floor

AFWERX is actively pursuing technologies to enhance the Air Force’s moving target engagement capabilities including autonomous drones, developing advanced synthetic aperture radar (SAR), electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems, and high-energy lasers. In this highly interactive session, you’ll be able to discuss directly with Air Force leadership their priorities and assumptions underlying this Operational Imperative.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Captain America – 8th Floor

The impacts of climate change are threatening the traditional business practices of commercial and government organizations. These organizations must now deal with extreme weather events that can cost billions and degrade mission capabilities. The result can be amplified operational demands, degraded infrastructure, increased health risks, and potential modifications to existing and planned equipment acquisition. This panel will assess how public-private partnerships between the Federal sector and commercial industry, and the development of new technologies, can help mitigate or address these threats and enable quicker organizational recovery time.

ACL – 16th Floor

Borne from innovative student work at the Naval Postgraduate School, this SoCal Tech Bridge project combines state-of-the art technology and Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment to identify fire risk, reduce response time, and decrease direct firefighter engagement. This panel will highlight a specific technology area that aligns with shared problem/solution space between military and commercial industry.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Captain America – 8th Floor

During this session, Senior S&T/R&D officials will discuss the current Administration and Congressional priorities focused on NextGen Energy, including advancements in Solar, Wind, Hydrogen, and Biofuels. Dive deep into the priorities of each organization and learn where your organization should look to focus their efforts for the future.

ACL – 16th Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Check in will take place from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Capital Factory 

Capital Factory’s most popular networking event! Come meet your next mentor, co-founder, investor, or government partners during this free hour of coffee and networking.

Founder’s Lounge – 5th Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Details TBD.

Voltron – 1st Floor

The space and defense industry is constantly changing with new and innovative technologies being introduced every day. These technologies can have a significant impact on the way DoD organizations operate, and it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest developments. Our panelists will discuss the newest technologies that are being used at their organizations and the impact that these technologies have had on their daily operations. Come learn more about the latest trends in the space and defense industry and to hear from experts who are using these technologies firsthand.

Voltron – 1st Floor

In this panel, military leaders, scientists, and experts will delve into the latest research and practices for optimizing human performance in military settings. Through a discussion of physical training methods, nutrition strategies, mental health interventions, leadership approaches, and cutting-edge technologies, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted factors that contribute to peak soldier performance.

Captain America – 8th Floor

Join senior Air Force leaders as they explore the role of space in modern warfare and the Air Force’s efforts to maintain superiority in this domain. Experts in the field will discuss current and future space-based technologies, as well as strategies for integrating space capabilities into broader military operations. In this highly interactive session, you’ll be able to discuss directly with Air Force leadership their priorities and assumptions underlying this Operational Imperative.

Voltron – 1st Floor

This panel explores the crucial role of human factors in military operations, focusing on the seamless integration of technology, procedures, and personnel to optimize mission effectiveness. Experts in human performance, ergonomics, cognitive psychology, and human-machine interfaces will discuss strategies for enhancing soldier performance, decision-making, and well-being through the design of user-centered systems and training programs.

Captain America – 8th Floor

Given recent events and global challenges, the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has been realigned to report directly to the Secretary of Defense to act as the National Mission Force of Innovation focused on strategic impact, teaming, and leveraging our allies and partners. This will sharpen the Joint Force’s technological edge and help our nation deter the pacing challenges of China and acute threats such as Russia. During this open forum, hear from our Geographic Combat Commands on their most pressing challenges and how we can support you in having an impact on our national security.

ACL – 16th Floor

Explore the challenges of cislunar exploration and emerging opportunities for both governments and global commercial providers. Panelists will discuss the necessity of fully mapping lunar geodetic reference frames, from surface to space.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Captain America – 8th Floor

The federal government annually spends billions of dollars on R&D by federal laboratories. Through Tech Transfer, the government can transfer its technology to the commercial market sharing the benefits of the national investment with all segments of society. This highly interactive workshop session will help attendees identify the opportunities presented by Tech Transfer programs.

ACL – 16th Floor

While lasers will likely play a role in future military operations, the implications of this technology are more far-reaching — all the way into space. Find out why the joint force high-energy laser working group exists and how it can help enable live video from other planets and for astronauts, real-time data transmission from deep space missions, and more.

Voltron – 1st Floor

Explore the critical issues faced by military personnel and the ways in which we can provide them with the necessary support and resources to navigate the challenges of their service. Experts in the field will share valuable insights and strategies to promote mental well-being and emotional resilience within our armed forces.

Captain America – 8th Floor

Join the discussion on overcoming the funding Valleys of Death, addressing common misconceptions and mistakes, reasons why nontraditionals aren’t a traditional partner, how to use both government funding and commercial investment within the existing paradigm, and how to push boundaries within existing authorities to apply combined capital across industry and government.

ACL – 16th Floor

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Voltron – 1st Floor