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#PuertoRicoProgresa 🇵🇷 Lockheed Martin Doubles Down on Aguadilla with $1.3M Investment #DefenseContractor #LockheedMartin is growing its local presence by investing $1.3M to create 255 high-tech #jobs🌱. Building on a 2016 investment of $700K, this #expansion is more #economicopportunity for our community. 💸 As the #aerospace industry evolves with #innovation, PR ensures its #competitiveness on a global stage. #SkilledTalent What's next? Companies invest in #RND and workforce here as a vote of confidence in our #futurepotential 🚀 We must keep fostering an environment where businesses feel empowered to take #risks and succeed. 💪 Our #location and #workforce are assets. But true progress depends on #partnerships across sectors. 🤝 How can you help companies that are all-in on #PuertoRico further drive #growth? 💭"

Final reminder to RSVP for Harpoon Ventures' April Defense Tech Meetup next week! We'll be joined by some great speakers from Astranis Space Technologies, In-Q-Tel, Kodiak, Merlin, and BAE Systems to share insights on their companies and the sector in general. See the comments for the RSVP link - don't miss out! #defensetech #sandiego #defense #nationalsecurity #founders #investing

There used to be a time in Utah where an influential individual could be involved in most of the happenings in the state... but that is no longer the case. So much is happening in the region from construction, mining, military, tech, financial services, med device, education, healthcare and sports. The 3rd Wave of Generational Change is coming to this ecosystem ... and I can't wait to see what's next. In many cases, I personally will be observing and cheering from afar and in others be intentionally involved in creating that change. #LandonsThoughts #ChangeAndGrowth #GenerationalChange #UTAH #BuyUtah

🚀 Excited to share insights into the strategic advantages driving innovation in the defense technology sector! Check out our latest infographic highlighting the "7 Powers" framework applied to defense tech companies. From scale economies to process power, each power plays a crucial role in establishing defensibility and competitive advantage in this rapidly evolving industry. Explore real-world examples of how companies like SpaceX, Anduril Industries, and Palantir Technologies are leveraging these powers to revolutionize the defense landscape. 💡 Whether you're an investor seeking opportunities in defense tech or a founder looking to build the next game-changing solution, understanding these strategic principles is key to success. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eVd7DhWx #DefenseTechnology #Innovation #Strategy #VentureCapital #Founders #DefenseInnovation #MilitaryTechnology

Top bid at the close of today: (drumroll) $2000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Chekhub do-gooder and friend Jon Trout sold me this pair of highly-desired customized limited edition 1 of 3 Nike Airforce1 orange shoes to match my hat. But I want more money for this worthy cause… so he can keep my money and one savvy bidder will get a limited edition pair of badass kicks. I need your help. I’m auctioning these off for one week… starting now. Every day I’ll post this to let you know what the high bid is. 100% of the proceeds, plus my $500, is going back to Kicks for a Cause👟🔶 In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation in North Carolina #NCStrong. I want to see 5 digits before the end of the week. Current bid of $1500 is that’s the benchmark. Infrastructure Masons Conn3ctData LLC and Nomad Futurist are happy to support this for our community. Like. Reshare. Pass it around. PM me with your bid and I’ll post the high bid daily… bidder will remain anonymous until the end. Bragging and shaming can not be controlled by me. No holds barred. Winner also gets a selfie with me and a hug. 🤗 #strongertogether Bids accepted until 5:00pm EST October 18th, 2024. #digitalinfrastructure #datacenter #datacentre #automation #ai #criticalinfrastructure #whitespace #csuite #businessowner #entrepreneur #power #cooling #it #rack #chipset #professionalservices #aviation #doe #dod #nuclear #military #veteran #construction #design #commissioning

🚀 Poll results are in: Q2 has revealed a notable surge in demand for engineering roles at defense & space firms, with 94% finding it challenging to attract and retain top talent. Let's tackle these challenges head-on! 🌌 #spaceengineers #headhunter #satelliteandspace #execsearch

🚀 Forging Alliances for Space Security: SpaceFounders and Dragonfly Partners Empower Startups in Defense Innovation 🌌 As a founding partner of SpaceFounders, the Bundeswehr University Munich has long fostered dual-use innovation. That’s why SpaceFounders is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Dragonfly Partners, represented by Général André LANATA, co-founder of Dragonfly Partners. As a leader in space defense, Dragonfly Partners brings unmatched expertise to the table. This partnership, has been launched during Dragonfly’s 2nd anniversary celebration on November 28 and signed by SpaceFounders France CEO Lucie Campagnolo, aims to empower startups in navigating the defense landscape. 🎯 What’s next? We’re co-creating an ecosystem map of defense stakeholders with Dragonfly. This practical guide will help young space companies unlock business opportunities, build relationships with key defense players, and contribute to a more secure space environment. 📢 Join us on this mission. Let’s shape the future of space and protect our democracy together. 🙏 Thanks to Juliette Mallez, head of operations of Dragonfly Partners 📸 Picture credits: Arnaud Mallez #SpaceDefense #Innovation #DualUseTechnology #DragonflyPartners #SpaceFounders #ResilientSpace #newspace

Make failure a line item 👏 This week on the pod, we’ve got another great recast of a panel I did for SchoolHouse with fellow mavericks Gene Ebersole, Mike McGuire from SpaceX, and Lisa Sanders from SOCOM on pushing past DoD barriers and accelerating defense innovation. We talked about: 📌 How to tailor the acquisition process for speed 📌 Why prioritizing relationships (not transactions) is key 📌 How to leverage multiple authorities collectively Too good not to share 🙌 Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/eCMtk-MJ

🚀 Defense Tech is Booming in Europe! The surge in defense technology is unlocking unprecedented opportunities for venture capital and private equity investors across Europe. With companies like Palantir and Anduril paving the way, new European GPs are stepping up to invest in game-changing innovations that boost national security. Deals like ICEYE’s $136M Series D for geospatial intelligence and FocalPoint Positioning's £15M raise for GNSS technology show investors are eager to back space and defense tech. What’s driving success? Investors with deep domain expertise are excelling, identifying high-impact opportunities in AI, satellite tech, and quantum infrastructure. Expertise is the edge. #DefenseTech #VentureCapital #NationalSecurity #AI #Innovation #Investing #SpaceTech #Europe

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