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PACIFIC NORTHWEST CHAPTER - 02/10/2024 Distributed C2 Symposium Tackles Challenges Faced by Armed Forces The chapter hosted its annual symposium on January 31 and February 1, 2024. More than 400 attendees and 40 vendors attended to hear from 20+ industry experts, military leaders and government representatives. Attendees engaged with speakers and vendors to tackle various challenges facing the armed services in the Pacific theater. Col. Dean Smith, chapter president, and Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence, USA (Ret.), president and CEO, AFCEA International, provided opening remarks, while Lt. Gen. Xavier Brunson, USA, commander general, I Corps and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, gave the opening keynote. Satellite communications operations and governance, cybersecurity, and the evolution of artificial intelligence and others generated thoughtful discussions. Presentations from military, industry and government experts reinforced the need for partnerships to develop and provide solutions globally. AFCEA Regional Vice President Tim Martin, Northwestern Region, provided the final day's open ... READ MORE

TURKIYE CHAPTER - 02/01/2024 Webinar Answers Questions About Quantum Technologies and Intelligence In February, the webinar titled "Quantum Technologies and Intelligence" presented by M. Tuncay Gençoğlu, associate professor, Firat University, significantly impacted participants' perspectives on the developments in quantum technologies and the effects of these technologies, especially on the field of intelligence. The rise of quantum technologies also creates an art of storytelling. Starting with the mysterious world of subatomic particles and extending into the depths of global cyber networks, this story will not only increase the information processing capacity of each qubit but will also reweave the fabric of cybersecurity and intelligence. Webinar attendees received answers to questions such as how quantum transformation will shape the future of the cyber world and how intelligence collection and analysis methods will evolve with these new technologies that are hidden in the depths of quantum.

CENTRAL MARYLAND CHAPTER - 01/30/2024 Small Business Panel Discusses Networking, Investing and Balancing Work and Life The chapter's Women in AFCEA (WIA) and Small Business Committees joined forces to hold a Woman-Owned Small Business Panel. The panel featured Stacy Trammell, president and CEO at Zavda Technologies LLC; Alison Flanigan, CEO at Omega Minds; and Jacqui Magnes, CEO at COMSO, with moderation by Tiffany Tong, chapter vice president of WIA and business development/capture manager at Leidos. Discussions included the importance of networking and building connections, making investments in growth, finding work/life balance and guiding principles for each panelist in their businesses.

TURKIYE CHAPTER - 01/24/2024 Chapter Officers Visit OSTIM Technical University In January, chapter officers visited Serdar Muldur, the vice rector of OSTIM Technical University, and explained the opportunities of AFCEA International for university students. OSTIM Technical University (OTU) is located in Ankara at the heart of the industry and business world, including the defense industry with its multicultural structure. OTU combines theory and practice by placing talent and competence at the center of the education and training system, provides added value to society with interdisciplinary scientific approaches and develops creative solution proposals in cooperation with all stakeholders with an open university approach. OTU is a thematic, entrepreneurial and innovative university of international standards.

CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER - 01/22/2024 Small Business Panel Offers Insights on Engaging With Federal Government In a bid to demystify the intricacies of doing business with the federal government, AFCEA hosted a highly anticipated Small Business Panel this January. The event featured a distinguished lineup of panelists, including Paul Ward, deputy director of the Office of Small Business Programs at U.S. Special Operations Command; Leslie Babich, director of SOFWERX; Karen Krymski, consultant at the Florida APEX Accelerator; and Jessica Gaskins from the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Government Contracting Area III. The panel, representing a spectrum of expertise, provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of engaging with the federal government. Attendees had the unique opportunity to glean knowledge from ground-level startup strategies to navigate the complex process of presenting their company's capabilities to USSOCOM. The discussion delved into crucial aspects of government contracting, addressing queries from the audience and shedding li ... READ MORE

SCOTT-ST. LOUIS AREA CHAPTER - 01/18/2024 Cyber Operations Division Chief Discusses Zero Trust The chapter hosted Christopher Burton, Cyber Operations Division chief, U.S. Transportation Command/J6, as speaker of the month. He discussed zero trust and the need not only to utilize it but also to meet all of the underlying requirements for compliance. Burton stated that "it is not about doing zero trust; it is about using zero trust."

ABERDEEN CHAPTER - 01/18/2024 Chapter Starts Off 2024 With Panel of Leaders From PEO IEW&S The first monthly luncheon of 2024 brought big things as the chapter hosted an engaging panel discussion with leaders from the Program Executive Office (PEO), Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (IEW&S). Held in January at Water's Edge Events Center in Belcamp, Maryland, the event was co-hosted with the local Association of Old Crows, Aberdeen Proving Ground-Susquehanna Chapter. Panelists included moderator Brig. Gen. Ed Barker, USA, PEO for IEW&S; Mark Saxon, acting deputy project manager (PM) for Electronic Warfare and Cyber (EW&C); Robert Zoppa, PM for Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO); and Stu Labovitz, chief engineer for PM Cyber & Space. Addressing a sold-out room, the panel delivered an analysis of the new IEW&S portfolio, which included the stand-up of PM C&S in Summer 2023 and a major Army reorganization that realigned PM DCO under IEW&S from PEO Enterprise Information Systems in October 2023. Each panelist presented an overview of their respective are ... READ MORE

PACIFIC NORTHWEST CHAPTER - 01/17/2024 Guest Speaker Discusses Role of Intelligence Formations in the Pacific The chapter sponsored its January Member's Meeting at Farrelli's Pizza in DuPont, Washington. The guest speaker, Col. Dave Hazelton, USA, brigade commander of the 201st Expeditionary-Military Intelligence Brigade (E-MIB), addressed the role of intelligence formations in the Pacific. His presentation sparked numerous conversations with attendees on the information technology (IT) challenges his brigade and others face in identifying existing IT gaps. He discussed his brigade's approach to addressing modernization efforts and strengthening its communications posture in supporting its intelligence mission. Also, Chapter Vice President for Awards Kim Rapacz and Chapter President Col. Dean Smith, USA, recognized Dave Stookey as the Chapter AFCEAN of the Quarter for the second quarter of fiscal year 24 for his contributions to AFCEA and the local chapter. The chapter is getting a new start following the pandemic, re-establishing its charter and updating its by-laws. For thos ... READ MORE

TURKIYE CHAPTER - 01/14/2024 Chapter Looks Forward to 2024 at the General Assembly Meeting The chapter's 2024 fiscal year general assembly was held in January. At the meeting, the FY 2023 activity report and the audit board report were discussed and approved by the participants. Additionally, the 2024 budget and activity plan were approved. The election of the next term chapter officers and auditing boards also took place at the meeting.

HAMPTON ROADS CHAPTER - 01/05/2024 Luncheon Kicks Off 2024 With a New President, STEM Awards January's luncheon was a loaded event for the chapter. The new chapter president, Caitlin Johnson, CEO and founder of Input Technology Solutions, was sworn in. Johnson is the chapter's first female president since Teresa Duvall. Also, many new members were sworn into the board: Chelsey Dolan, vice president of Emerging Leaders; Lt. Kaily Cornick, USN, vice president of communications; Kelly Jenne, executive vice president; Palmer Sims, AFCEA regional vice president; Amy Yendall, vice president of membership; Dennis Garcia, vice president of education; James Tilley, vice president of programs; Teresa Duvall, women's outreach leader; Matthew Umphlet, webmaster; Zeib Parvez, treasurer; Vicci Morabito, vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion; Hillary Boyce, chair, Small Business Committee; Larry Minnick, golf chair; Neil Bourassa, historian; Jenniffer Minks, secretary; and Lt. Col. Clarissa Blair, USN, vice president of military affairs. The chapter had the d ... READ MORE

TURKIYE CHAPTER - 01/04/2024 Chapter Visits Local Defense Company Chapter officers visited the company managers of Artron, located in Hacettepe Teknokent, Ankara, and exchanged information. Artron was established in 2011. As a leading defense sector stakeholder, they provide avionics subsystems to the aviation industry. The company also has extensive knowledge and broad expertise in the development of electronic hardware and embedded software for aerospace and automotive applications. Currently, it produces dozens of different products, all of which are verified and approved according to customer needs and standards.

CENTRAL MARYLAND CHAPTER - 01/04/2024 Volunteers Facilitate a Day of Learning at the OMMS Cyber Defender Expo In November 2023, four chapter volunteers gave of their time and talent to attend the Sixth Annual Old Mill Middle School South Cyber Defender Expo held at the school in Millersville, Maryland. This was a unique opportunity to showcase the importance of cyber defense and ethical hacking and raise awareness of future careers in the cyber defense industry. Talented professionals, with the help of community volunteers and faculty members, provided a day of learning and fun for more than 300 fifth to eighth graders. Jessica Morgenstern, Applied Insight; Jacob Witlin, chapter scholarship recipient and recent graduate now employed with Jensen and Hughes; Nicholas Jackson, Parsons; and Sean Smith, Parsons, were active participants in the event. Thank you to all who volunteered!

LEXINGTON-CONCORD CHAPTER - 01/02/2024 Awards Ceremony Shines Light on Unsung Heroes In December, the chapter held the Awards Ceremony at the Minuteman Commons, Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB), Massachusetts, beginning with a warm welcome from Capt. Hansel Suharli, USAF, who emceed the event. The audience was honored with the presence of distinguished Air Force leaders, including Col. Taona Enriquez, Chief Master Sgt. Alan Weary, Col. Chad Forrest, Col. Riley Pyles, Maj. Gen. Anthony Genatempo, and Scott Hardiman, along with AFCEA members and guests. The first award went to Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Martin of the Massachusetts National Guard for his exceptional coordination and strategic planning, making a significant impact on Homeland Defense and Civil Support missions. Gen. Genatempo presented the next award to Christopher Keeshan for his vital contributions to the Modeling and Simulation Integrated Product Team working with the Boeing Virtual Warfare Center. In the Digital Directorate, Daniel Craig's dedication to the 3D Expeditionary Long-Range ... READ MORE

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