Archive for November, 2023

SMART is re-starting our founding TechTrends series of major annual events addressing current tech enterprise opportunities (both public and private) and as important, the significant tech workforce requirements. This R&D-focused series was conducted from 1999 to 2004 in Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Baltimore, Wilmington and Pittsburgh. It was replaced by an annual procurement-focused series, SMART PROC GOVCON, from 2004 to the present held in Frederick MD to leverage Washington DC proximity for our Federal speakers. We will re-start TechTrends 2024 in Atlantic City in the Spring and retain SMART ... Read more

"Celebrating 40 Years of MBDA's National MED Week “MBDA and NMSDC share a mission to create an equitable business ecosystem in order to unlock our Nation’s economic potential. With historic investments across sectors and industries, the opportunity is here. MBDA and NMSDC have the tools and the reach to make this moment count by expanding access to capital, contracts, networks, and opportunities that every American entrepreneur deserves.” Donald R. Cravins, Jr., Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development A Brief Recap Read more

RICHMOND, VA - The Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Virginia Leadership Conference and Awards Gala held at the Williamsburg Lodge on October 27, 2023, brought togetger industry leaders and professionals to celebrate and recognize the significant contributions of women in the manufacturing sector. The event featured a series of informative sessions and inspiring keynotes, highlighting the importance of women in shaping the industry and their role in keeping manufacturing competitive in Virginia. Read more. Read more

RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA) celebrated excellence and innovation in the manufacturing sector at its annual Virginia Manufacturing Gala held October 27th at the Williamsburg Lodge. The event brought together industry leaders to recognize "the coolest things" made in Virginia and their companies. The Virginia Manufacturing Cup category awards recognized top products in nine categories. Read more. Read more