Join the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition (DEFTECH) Team for “Federal Funds to Support Your New Innovation and Technology Development: Exploring Defense and Homeland Security Research and Development Funding Programs” sessions across the state.
Unlock access to the Department of Defense and Department (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) multi-billion dollar research and development (R&D) budget to power your company’s innovation.
There are two opportunities to attend the seminar within the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal’s coverage area:
Pinehurst: Feb. 11, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fayetteville: Feb. 12, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This program is a key component of DEFTECH’s 2025 strategy to expand awareness, increase participation, and strengthen North Carolina’s defense innovation ecosystem. By targeting strategic regions across the state, DEFTECH aims to engage new businesses, connect them to federal R&D opportunities and integrate them into a collaborative innovation network.
Attend this session to learn:
Participants will also gain practical insights into creating successful proposals, quad charts, and effective presentations for federal agencies—equipping them to compete and win in the national defense marketplace. Together, we’ll advance innovation that meets Warfighter needs while positioning North Carolina as a leader in defense technology.
This is a free seminar; however, pre-registration is required. Register for your session here.
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