Unlocking Defense Opportunities: Cybersecurity, Contracting, and Funding Support for Manufacturers

Date: Thursday, December 11thTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)

Event Description:

MassMEP invites you to join us for an informative webinar highlighting resources and support available to help Massachusetts manufacturers expand or enter the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of how manufacturers can strengthen their competitiveness and readiness to pursue defense-related opportunities. Participants will learn about:

• Government readiness support with the MA APEX Accelerator– preparing your company to qualify and perform on defense contracts.
• Government contracting assistance with Acceleration Engineering, focused on identifying and pursuing government contract opportunities.
• Cybersecurity landscape and support from Synagex, MassMEP’s cybersecurity partner, including insights on defense-related cybersecurity requirements and available assistance.
• MassMEP’s Strategic Maritime Industrial Base Roadmapping – guiding manufacturers in aligning with defense and maritime supply chain needs.
• Grant funding opportunities – leveraging state and federal programs to offset the cost of support and implementation.

Whether your company is already engaged with the defense sector or just getting started, this webinar will connect you with practical tools, expert partners, and funding to help you take the next step.

Who Should Attend

Manufacturers interested in entering or expanding within the defense or maritime supply chains and seeking to strengthen their government contracting readiness.

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