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Q-Branch: Global Security and Innovation Exchange (GSIX)

Hosted by Masey Williams & 3 others
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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!

Location
Q-Branch Global Collaboration Center
200 E 6th St #310, Austin, TX 78701, USA