Episodes

  • DTT-E#90 - Everblue- Small Business Showcase

    DTT-E#90 - Everblue- Small Business Showcase
    Jul 6 2023
    Defense Technology Talks Episode #90 – Go Everblue

    Today’s Guest is Jon Boggiano (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonboggiano/) - Jon Boggiano is an innovator, leader, and investor who focuses on forging organizations that positively impact the greater good. His twin passions are building things (products, experiences, and companies) and mentoring professionals.

    His company Everblue’s mission is (goeverblue.com) - Inspiring People to Create a Better World Through Innovation & Technology. Jon is located on the East Coast and is always looking to partner and team with companies that are looking to grow in the technology space. Don’t be afraid to reach out to him and learn more.

    To learn more about NC DEFETCH you should register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linked in. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.

    Mobilize: https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/


    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.”
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    14 mins
  • DTT#89 - NSIN Ventures

    DTT#89 - NSIN Ventures
    Jun 27 2023
    Today’s Guests are from The National Security Innovation Network (NSIN) We had Toby Armor and Javier Gomez from NSIN on the call today. They provide support to businesses that are trying to enter the Department of Defense with a focus on trying to link founders with Venture Capital investors that can assist the companies not only in approaching the DoD but exploring the “Dual-Use” Or “Dual-Purpose of their technology.

    As mentioned in the podcast:
    https://www.nsin.mil/portfolios/venture/

    https://www.nsin.mil/transition-cell/

    https://www.nsin.mil/newsletter/

    https://vulcan-sof.com/

    All these websites provide opportunities to connect with warfighters and other government stakeholders to facilitate technology transfer or transition into the DoD.

    To learn more about NC DEFETCH you should register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linked in. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.
    Mobilize: https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/

    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    30 mins
  • DTT#87- Defense Technology Summit 2023 Overview

    DTT#87- Defense Technology Summit 2023 Overview
    Jun 27 2023
    Team, we have launched a new “DEFTECH Live” Federal Technology Opps Update and Analysis episode. Join the discussion and learn why you should attend the Defense Technology Summit on July 25, 2023, at FTCC in Fayetteville, NC.

    DTS ’23 REGISTRATION: https://defense.ncmbc.us/registration/

    Contact the DEFTECH Team to learn more about the TIDE Tech Scouting Program. Email: deftech@ncmbc.us

    The NC Innovation Ecosystem is a whole of the state approach to National Security. “None of us is as strong as all of us!”

    Focus: DEFTECH researches and scouts for federal advanced technology opportunities to enhance the Warfighter and Warfighting Commands’ capabilities to overcome current and emerging threats.

    Purpose: Highlight the rapidly changing federal technology landscape. There are opportunities where NC companies can team up and submit to be very competitive in meeting emerging federal technology requirements.

    Links Discussed: USD(R&E) Strategic Vision and Critical Technology Areas – DoD Research & Engineering, OUSD(R&E) Defense Technology Summit DTS '23 AUSA Warfighter Summit and Exposition

    Track Current SBIR/STTR Announcements and Topics The Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/

    Welcome to the DSIP (Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal)! https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/login

    Broad Agency Announcement Schedule https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/baa-schedule/active-baa-announcements

    Home | *New SBIR Site* | https://beta.www.sbir.gov/

    SBIR/STTR Open Solicitation Listing | https://www.sbir.gov/solicitations/open

    SBIR Planner | https://www.sbir.gov/solicitations


    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    23 mins
  • DTTE#86- Jeff Krukin- Small Business Showcase

    DTTE#86- Jeff Krukin- Small Business Showcase
    Jun 21 2023
    Defense Technology Talks Episode #86 Today’s Guest is Jeff Krukin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkrukin/). He is a consultant for Earth-Space Commerce Advisors, LLC
    The space industry is becoming increasingly commercial, resulting in dramatically reduced barriers to 1) selling your products to space companies, 2) manufacturing your products in space, and 3) serving your customers with data obtained from satellites. This means new business opportunities across various markets, both within and outside the space industry. It is often said that every company is IT because it needs IT to run its business and maximize revenue opportunities. Space is the new IT, and if you aren't integrating space with your business, you will fall behind your competitors. Put another way. Your business needs a space strategy just like an IT one.

    As discussed in the podcast:

    Space Development Agency: https://www.sda.mil/

    Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture: https://www.sda.mil/sda-makes-award-for-proliferated-warfighter-space-architecture-pwsa-battle-management-command-control-and-communications-bmc3-application-factory/

    NASA: https://www.nasa.gov/about/business/index.html

    Space Safari Program: https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Article/2653453/smc-stands-up-new-space-safari-program-office/

    Space X: https://www.spacex.com/

    Virgin Galactic: https://www.virgingalactic.com/sign-up/?gclid=CjwKCAjwv8qkBhAnEiwAkY-ahrTZN7J7_pOvclSWb-ONHwaLWIrZZxTUHz03qAUErjgBzpTjPYXAShoCxQgQAvD_BwE
    Blue Origin: https://www.blueorigin.com/

    The Science of Battlestar Galactica: https://a.co/d/2qUQT9E

    Synthetic Aperture Radar: https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/backgrounders/what-is-sar


    To learn more about NC DEFETCH, register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linkedin. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.

    Mobilize: https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/

    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.”
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    26 mins
  • DTT #83 - Walaa Enab- Wilson School of Textiles - Product Showcase

    DTT #83 - Walaa Enab- Wilson School of Textiles - Product Showcase
    Jun 7 2023
    Today's Guest is Walaa Enab (https://www.linkedin.com/in/walaa-enab/) and she is Discussing her Nano Bridging Technology that she presented and the North Carolina Federal and Defense Textile Summit (https://www.ncmbc.us/event/lorem-ipsum-dolor-5/). As a Ph.D. student that Wilson School of Textiles she is bringing unique technology into the Defense market (https://textiles.ncsu.edu/)

    Walaa is a motivated and creative textile engineer with 10 years of experience in a wide range of textile materials, manufacturing processes, and product development. Along with practical and research experience in manufacturing and characterizing a wide range of textiles, including woven, composites, knitted, and non-woven materials.

    I'm looking forward to where I can utilize my knowledge and skill set to grow as a professional and be resourceful to an organization. I am particularly interested in companies that prioritize sustainability and innovation in their product lines. I believe that my skills and experiences align with the goals of these organizations, and I would be a valuable addition to their teams.

    Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Let's work together to utilize the incredible properties of soft textiles to make our lives more comfortable and sustainable.


    To learn more about NC DEFETCH you should register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linked in. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.

    Mobilize: https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/


    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    15 mins
  • DTT-#84- DTS 2023 Overview - 6 June 2023

    DTT-#84- DTS 2023 Overview - 6 June 2023
    Jun 6 2023
    June 6, 2023, “DEFTECH Live” Federal Technology Opps Update and Analysis

    Join the discussion and learn why you should attend the Defense Technology Summit on July 25, 2023, at FTCC in Fayetteville, NC.

    DTS ’23 REGISTRATION: https://defense.ncmbc.us/registration/

    Contact the DEFTECH Team to learn more about the TIDE Tech Scouting Program. Email: deftech@ncmbc.us

    The NC Innovation Ecosystem is a whole of state approach for National Security. “None of us is as strong as all of us!”

    Focus: DEFTECH researches and scouts for federal advanced technology opportunities to enhance the Warfighter and Warfighting Commands’ capabilities to overcome current and emerging threats.

    Purpose: Highlight the rapidly changing federal technology landscape. There are opportunities where NC companies can team up and submit to be very competitive in meeting emerging federal technology requirements.

    Links Discussed in this week’s podcast mbb.ncmbc.us | Medical, Biomedical & Biodefense: Support To The Warfighter Symposium DOD Critical Technologies: Plans for Communicating, Assessing, and Overseeing Protection Efforts Should Be Completed | U.S. GAO USD(R&E) Strategic Vision and Critical Technology Areas – DoD Research & Engineering, OUSD(R&E) Defense Technology Summit DTS '23 AUSA Warfighter Summit and Exposition

    Track Current SBIR/STTR Announcements and Topics The Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) https://www.defensesbirsttr.mil/

    Welcome to the DSIP (Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal)! https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/login

    Broad Agency Announcement Schedule https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/baa-schedule/active-baa-announcements

    Home | *New SBIR Site* | https://beta.www.sbir.gov/

    SBIR/STTR Open Solicitation Listing | https://www.sbir.gov/solicitations/open

    SBIR Planner | https://www.sbir.gov/solicitations

    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    35 mins
  • DTT-E#82-FEDTEX Impressions Part 2

    DTT-E#82-FEDTEX Impressions Part 2
    May 26 2023
    Part Two: FEDTEX Impressions
    Jackie Spearman from SBTDC (https://sbtdc.org) (1:14)

    The North Carolina SBTDC is a business advisory resource for growing and developing businesses. Our highly skilled professionals provide services statewide from offices hosted by campuses of The University of North Carolina System. The SBTDC operates in formal partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, making it a unique and valued asset in the economic development infrastructure of North Carolina. Business, government, and university leaders recognize the SBTDC’s value and impact. The effectiveness of SBTDC services is confirmed by ongoing client evaluations and annual independent verification of our economic impact. SBTDC programs and services are regularly reviewed by federal and state funding partners. The SBTDC also undergoes a rigorous external accreditation review every 4-5 years and has been continuously accredited without conditions since 1988.

    Dr. Brian Lezzi- (linkedin.com/in/brianiezzi) from Fibarcode (https://www.fibarcode.com/) (4:15)

    Unique, indelible textile labeling for authentication, traceability, and end-of-life management.


    Jordan Krauss - (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-krauss/) from American Cord and Webbing (https://acw1.com/) (6:23)

    DotBliss Team (9:42)

    Ty Van de Zande - (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ty-van-de-zande-086708136/)

    Lynn Yanyo – (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-yanyo-4357313/)
    Tyson Dodd – (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tysondodd/)

    Their website is - https://textilecircuitry.com/

    To learn more about NC DEFETCH you should register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linked in. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.

    Mobilize: https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/


    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    14 mins
  • DTT-E#82- FEDTEX Impressions #1

    DTT-E#82- FEDTEX Impressions #1
    May 25 2023
    Part One: FEDTEX Impressions

    John Thomas of Legend Compression Wear (1:25): Their website is (https://legendcompressionwear.com/ and John’s contact information is john@legendcompressionwear.com

    Temeka Norris of Capable Clothing (2:54) Their Website is (https://www.capableclothing.com/) and Temeka’s contact information is (https://www.linkedin.com/in/temeka-norris-1baaa3224/)


    Tanya Wade from the Manufacturing Solutions Center (5:33) Their website is (https://www.manufacturingsolutionscenter.org/) and Tanya’s contact information is (twade@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org)


    To learn more about NC DEFETCH you should register for our Mobilize Community and follow the NC DEFTECH Linked in. Both provide information on current events and an opportunity to connect with the North Carolina Innovation Ecosystem.

    Mobilize https://nc-defense-technology-transition-office.mobilize.io/network-groups

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-deftech/


    Disclaimer: “The views represented are not necessarily those of DEFTECH, NCMBC, FTCC, or the Federal Government. The content and interviews are for instructional purposes and to build awareness for the NC Innovation Ecosystem.” “DEFTECH is a North Carolina Military Business Center subsidiary and receives support from Fayetteville Technical Community College.”
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    10 mins