Q-Branch: Global Security and Innovation Exchange (GSIX)
Presenting at The Texas Embassy on Saturday, March 8th...
Global Security and Innovation Exchange (GSIX)
Join us for a high-impact forum designed to advance allied collaboration at the intersection of security and innovation. Hosted by Q-Branch, GSIX convenes key stakeholders from government, military, industry, and investment to tackle the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of defense and dual-use technology.
Full Run-of-Show:
9:00 - Door Open
10:00 - 11:00 AM | Allies in Innovation: Case Studies for Building an International Defense Tech Business
Description: This session examines real-world case studies from government, industry, and investors, exploring the barriers and breakthroughs in allied defense innovation. Topics include regulatory challenges like ITAR, political roadblocks, and intellectual property concerns. Attendees will gain insights into successful cross-border partnerships, technology transfer models, and strategies to overcome bureaucratic hurdles.
Moderator: Sean Singleton
Panelists:
P1: WhiteSpace CEO, Paul Jenkinson
P2: Ametrine CEO, Brandon Cates
1:00 - 2:00 PM | Allies in Innovation: Streamlining International Partnerships for Competitive Advantage (Recorded)
Description: A candid discussion among international systems integrators, government procurement officials, and investors on the complexities of allied defense collaboration. Panelists will dissect challenges such as bureaucratic inefficiencies, misaligned incentives, and regulatory constraints, while proposing strategies to create a more agile and responsive innovation framework.
Moderator: Sean Singleton
Panelists:
P1: Anduril Senior Director, Matt MacGregor
2:30 - 3:30 PM | Navigating Allied Defense Markets: A Playbook for Companies & Investors
Description: This session provides an in-depth guide for companies and investors looking to expand into allied defense markets. It will cover market entry strategies, procurement processes, and best practices for collaboration with foreign governments and military organizations. Key speakers will highlight emerging opportunities in dual-use technology and strategies to secure funding and contracts.
Moderator: Sean Singleton
Panelists:
P1: Dr. Casey Perley, Director AAL
P2: Ross Guieb, Director BCDC
P3: Marc Cervantes, CEO Q-Branch
4:00 - 5:00 PM | The State of Dual-Use Innovation
Description: A discussion on the growing need for domesticating allied supply chains in defense and security. Panelists will address supply chain vulnerabilities, the role of emerging technologies in reshoring production, and how allied nations can enhance resilience against geopolitical risks.
Moderator: Marc Cervantes
Panelists:
P1: VetChip CEO, Garnett Hall
P2: Greenroom Robotics Director of Growth, Peter Baker
P3: Hyprfire CEO, Tim Jones
Affiliated Program: Australia GIA Program
Schedule subject to change
Register today for The Texas Embassy for our Dual-use focused GSIX event!