U.S. Navy Innovation Briefing: Naval X Director

Join Captain Joel Uzarski from Naval X and Congressman Chris Deluzio for an informative discussion on defense technology.

***This event is for Tech Council members only. If you are interested in membership, please contact Brooke Wozniak at bwozniak@pghtech.org.***

• Who: Congressman Chris Deluzio and Captain Joel Uzarski, Naval X (U.S. Navy)
• What: Naval Innovation Briefing
• When: August 28^th 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Where: Pittsburgh Technology Council Offices 
• Sponsors: AT&T, Catalyst Connection, Qintel 

Captain Uzarski will showcase the Navy's most innovative programs connecting technology companies with critical defense challenges. Following that presentation, Congressman Deluzio will give an update on his work on the House Armed Services Committee.

Naval X serves as the Navy's innovation accelerator, operating through a network of 18 regional Tech Bridges that connect solution providers from the private sector, academia, and startups directly to Department of Navy problem owners.

Captain Uzarski will highlight exciting areas where Naval X is actively seeking innovative solutions, including:

• Advanced Manufacturing & Unmanned Systems: Autonomy & Unmanned Systems Ship Design & Optimization NavalX Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge | LinkedIn represent key focus areas where technology companies can contribute breakthrough solutions
• Expeditionary Warfare Solutions: Fast, reliable solutions to problems warfighters face in the areas of expeditionary warfare, strategic missions and electronic warfare Home - NavalX Midwest Tech Bridge
• Rapid Prototyping & Testing: Access to Navy experts for valuable feedback on prototypes and access to testing facilities and funding opportunities Pacific Northwest Tech Bridge | Powered by NavalX

This is an exceptional opportunity for Pittsburgh-area technology companies to learn about pathways for collaboration with the Navy, understand procurement processes, and discover how their innovations can address real-world military challenges while contributing to national security.

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Contact Information:

For registration questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
For sponsorship questions: Ashley Steckel, Director of Business Development and Advertising, asteckel@pghtech.org
For membership questions: Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager, bwozniak@pghtech.org