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Tour of Raymond Handling Solutions

South Bay Chapter meeting in Santa Fe Springs on March 25

Meeting location: Raymond Handling Solutions
9939 Norwalk Blvd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Meeting Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Breakfast, Networking, Meeting, and Tour: 7:00-9:15am

Ever wonder how the large OEM’s keep track of the volume of their inventory? As part of the Aerospace Supply chain, do you have areas where you could better manage and control your inventory?

Please join us in Santa Fe Springs on Wednesday, March 25, 7:00–9:15am, (please note that is a change from normal meeting date and time) when Michael Glenn Moore, Automated Storage Specialist, Raymond Handling Solutions, will be discussing ways to maximize floor space, improve productivity, picking accuracy and inventory control with automated storage and retrieval systems, such as the KARDEX REMSTAR AUTOMATED STORAGE system. Whether you are out of space or would just like to improve the way you do business, this session should prove beneficial to you.

Al Silar will then provide information on Raymond’s Lean Management System, which is built on the same foundation and principles as the world-renowned Toyota Production System that was invented by Toyota in the 1950’s and refined over the decades through continuous improvement. With the significant amount of inefficiencies and waste that can be created in business, understanding and applying efficient processes is crucial to workflow and overall success. Through a proven process of visualization, organization, and standardization, it will be outlined how an members of the Aerospace Supply Chain can identify improvement opportunities and implement changes designed to improve workflows, allowing a company to provide defect free, on-time delivery of their products and services.

Following the Automated Storage and Lean Management Sessions, we will take a brief tour of the Raymond Handling Solutions facility. Our tour will include narrow aisle lift trucks, vertical lift modules, carousels, lean management results and a behind the scenes look at their operation.

The meeting is free for A&D Forum Individual Members and Corporate Members (exclusive access until March 4), and $40 for Non-members ($30 Early Bird after March 4 and until March 18). Register to attend at: https://adfsbmar20.eventbrite.com.

This meeting of the South Bay Chapter is hosted by Raymond Handling Solutions and sponsored by Moss Adams, Chubb, and Bolton & Company.

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“Secure Global Supply Chains”

“Secure Global Supply Chains”

Los Angeles Chapter meeting on February 21

NOTE: Building security policy. All attendees must register no less than 24 hours in advance of the meeting or they will not be allowed entrance to the building.

Some of the largest corporations in the world have embraced blockchain technology as a means of improving increased traceability and transparency into their supply chains. From tracking beef, tracing car and aircraft parts to verifying luxury bags and diamonds, blockchain technology is providing companies and consumers unprecedented insight into where goods have come from and every step they took along the supply chain. This carries the further benefit of allowing corporations to identify and root out unethical practices or labor conditions; notably, Coca-Cola conducted a blockchain pilot project with the US State Department aimed at eliminating forced labor in its supply chains.

Please join us in Century City, CA, on Tuesday, February 21, 7:30am–9:00am (breakfast and networking at 7:00am), when Chief Operating Officer of the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) Mercina Tillemann will discuss how blockchain is revolutionizing global supply chains, giving consumers greater insight into what they are buying and helping companies control quality and act more ethically and responsibly.

The GBBC is the leading industry association for the blockchain technology ecosystem. Launched in Davos in 2017, the GBBC brings together innovators and thought-leaders from over 50 countries to further adoption of blockchain technology by engaging and educating regulators, business leaders, and lawmakers on the benefits and applications of this groundbreaking technology. We believe in blockchain technology’s ability to create more secure, equitable, and functional societies around the globe.

The meeting is free for members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until February 13). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to https://adflafeb20.eventbrite.com.

The LA chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is hosted by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell and sponsored by RSM, Chubb, Bolton & Company Insurance Brokers, and Stanton Chase.

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“Secure Global Supply Chains”

Meeting of the Santa Clarita Valley Chapter meeting on February 20

Meeting Location: Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center
UCEN Room 301
College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia, CA 91355
Meeting Date: Thursday, February 20, 2020
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Some of the largest corporations in the world have embraced blockchain technology as a means of improving increased traceability and transparency into their supply chains. From tracking beef, tracing car and aircraft parts to verifying luxury bags and diamonds, blockchain technology is providing companies and consumers unprecedented insight into where goods have come from and every step they took along the supply chain. This carries the further benefit of allowing corporations to identify and root out unethical practices or labor conditions; notably, Coca-Cola conducted a blockchain pilot project with the US State Department aimed at eliminating forced labor in its supply chains.

Please join us in Valencia, CA, on Thursday, February 20, 7:30am–9:00am (breakfast and networking at 7:00am), when Chief Operating Officer of the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) Mercina Tillemann will discuss how blockchain is revolutionizing global supply chains, giving consumers greater insight into what they are buying and helping companies control quality and act more ethically and responsibly.

The GBBC is the leading industry association for the blockchain technology ecosystem. Launched in Davos in 2017, the GBBC brings together innovators and thought-leaders from over 50 countries to further adoption of blockchain technology by engaging and educating regulators, business leaders, and lawmakers on the benefits and applications of this groundbreaking technology. We believe in blockchain technology’s ability to create more secure, equitable, and functional societies around the globe.

The meeting is free for all. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfscvfeb20.eventbrite.com. Registration is required by 7:30am on February 19 so we can get you the required parking pass.

Information about joining The A&D Forum is at https://aerospacedefenseforum.org.

This chapter meeting is sponsored by California Manufacturing Technology Consulting. The Santa Clarita Valley chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank and the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation.

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“Secure Global Supply Chains”

Meeting of the San Fernando Valley Chapter on February 18

Meeting Location: Rose, Snyder, & Jacobs
15821 Ventura Blvd., Suite 490, Encino, CA 91436
Meeting Date: February 18, 2020
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Some of the largest corporations in the world have embraced blockchain technology as a means of improving increased traceability and transparency into their supply chains. From tracking beef, tracing car and aircraft parts to verifying luxury bags and diamonds, blockchain technology is providing companies and consumers unprecedented insight into where goods have come from and every step they took along the supply chain. This carries the further benefit of allowing corporations to identify and root out unethical practices or labor conditions; notably, Coca-Cola conducted a blockchain pilot project with the US State Department aimed at eliminating forced labor in its supply chains.

Please join us in Encino, CA, on Tuesday, February 18, 7:30am–9:00am (breakfast and networking at 7:00am), when Chief Operating Officer of the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) Mercina Tillemann will discuss how blockchain is revolutionizing global supply chains, giving consumers greater insight into what they are buying and helping companies control quality and act more ethically and responsibly.
The GBBC is the leading industry association for the blockchain technology ecosystem. Launched in Davos in 2017, the GBBC brings together innovators and thought-leaders from over 50 countries to further adoption of blockchain technology by engaging and educating regulators, business leaders, and lawmakers on the benefits and applications of this groundbreaking technology. We believe in blockchain technology’s ability to create more secure, equitable, and functional societies around the globe.

The meeting is free for members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until February 11). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvfeb20.eventbrite.com.

Information about joining The A&D Forum is at https://aerospacedefenseforum.org.

The San Fernando Valley chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is hosted by Rose, Snyder, & Jacobs and sponsored by RSM, Chubb, and Bolton & Company.

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“Preparing for CMMC Certification”

South Bay Chapter meeting in Torrance on February 12

Meeting location: Citizens Business Bank
970 W. 190th Street, Suite 120, Torrance, CA 90502
Meeting Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Breakfast and Networking: 7:00-7:30am
Meeting: 7:30-9:00am

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) will be a requirement for defense contractors beginning in the Fall of 2020. Unlike NIST 800-171, ALL contractors will be required to achieve certification from an independent third party assessing organization (3PAO) in order to secure defense contracts.

Please join us in Torrance (please note that is a change from normal meeting location) on Wednesday, February 12, 7:30–9:00am, when Stan Stahl, Founder and President, SecureTheVillage and Chris Rose, Founder and Managing Partner, Arientos, will address the following questions:
• Status update on the CMMC roll out: what to expect and how/when it will apply to your organization
• What is CMMC and how is it different from DFARS 7012 and NIST 800-171?
• What should you be doing now to prepare for CMMC?
• What does CMMC mean for the future of cyber compliance?

The meeting is free for A&D Forum Individual Members and Corporate Members, and $40 for Non-members ($30 Early Bird until February 5). Guests may attend for free for a max of two chapter meetings. Register to attend at: https://adfsbfeb20.eventbrite.com.

This meeting of the South Bay Chapter is hosted by Citizens Business Bank and sponsored by Moss Adams, Chubb, and Bolton & Company.

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“Thrive by Adaptation – Navigating Current A&D Situations”

“Thrive by Adaptation – Navigating Current A&D Situations”

OC Chapter meeting in Irvine on February 6

As aerospace businesses reel from the news cycle and daily updates of significant changes, the overwhelming response and concern leaves leaders asking – Are we ready for change?

Thriving through perseverance, driving flexibility, and adapting to an everchanging aerospace environment is necessary to proactively grow for the future.

Consider the following:
• Megamergers like Woodward with Hexcel, L3 with Harris, and Raytheon with United Technologies
• An upcoming election and the unknowns that come with it.
• The impact of the defense spending cycle and its inevitable cyclical swing.
• Greying of ownership and employment.
• Re-entry of the 737-MAX.

In addition to the Boeing 737-MAX, there are a multitude of factors impacting the current climate of aerospace and defense.

Please join us in Irvine on Thursday, February 6, 7:30–9:00am, when Ryan Boyle (President, BOB Search), Kathleen Boyle (Chairman & CEO, Verify Inc.), and Bryan Perkins (Founder & CEO, Novaria Group) will reflect upon the key effects noticed thus far and provide insight on how they’re adapting to these ongoing challenges.

The meeting is free for members and $30 for non-members ($40 after January 30). Non-members may guest twice for free. Click here to register to attend the meeting.

Information about joining The A&D Forum is at https://aerospacedefenseforum.org.

The Orange County chapter is sponsored by .Moss Adams, Chubb, Bolton & Company, and City National Bank.

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“How to Maximize your Trade Show, Symposium, or Conference ROI”

San Diego Chapter meeting on February 4

Meeting location: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130-2006
Meeting Date: Tuesday, February 4
Meeting Time:
Registration and Networking: 5:30 p.m.
Meeting: 6:15-7:45 p.m.

Have you attended a conference or sponsored a trade show and ever wondered if you had a return on your investment? While the trade show industry booms under high hopes of Aerospace and Defense spending, Industry still lags on where to place their precious marketing dollars. The San Diego Aerospace and Defense Forum would like to invite you to our February networking event where we will hear from an expert panel that specializes in maximizing your event ROI. Our valued panel will address:
• Upcoming San Diego Aerospace and Defense Trade Shows
• Preparation for events such as the Largest WEST coast Trade shows in March
• How to quantify your return from events
• Learn how to maximize your ROI at all events

Please join us in San Diego on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 (registration & networking: 5:30-6:15pm, meeting: 6:15-7:45pm PST), when the event will begin with Networking followed by a panel of experts, Matt Beekman (Director, West Coast Operations, Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.), Lindsey Head (CFO, J Public Relations, Inc.), David C. Williams (CEO, The W Coaching Group, Inc.) and Gary Brister (Growth Lead Exceptional, Employees for Exceptional Results (E3R), Inc., and Chapter President AFCEA San Diego), who will discuss this very important topic.

The meeting is free for members & $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until January 28). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsdfeb20.eventbrite.com.

Information about joining The A&D Forum is at https://aerospacedefenseforum.org.

The San Diego chapter is sponsored by Moss Adams, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, LevitZacks, and Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.

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Capital Markets: Opportunities and Challenges in the Middle Market for A&D Companies

AZ Chapter meeting in Scottsdale on January 22

Meeting location: Office of IBG/Fox & Fin
15029 N. 74th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Meeting Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Meeting Time: 5:30-7:00pm

Please join us in Scottsdale, AZ on Wednesday, January 22, 5:30-5700pm (networking and refreshments at 5:30pm), when three panelists will comment on the capital markets for middle market A&D companies.

Panelists:

• John Farr, Columbia West Capital – Investment banker will provide overview of capital markets and transaction trends/dynamics
• Scott Wells, Bank of America – Commercial lender; will provide his view on lending to A&D companies
• Tim Grein, WALBAR – will give the view from the PE owner and Operator about capital markets and availability of capital to support growth

Each panelist will speak for 5-10 minutes to introduce themselves and give some overview to inform the panel discussion. Then we will follow with ~30 minutes of Q&A and/or discussion

The meeting is free for A&D Forum, AZTC, and Americans Aerospace Cluster members and $30 for non-members ($40 after January 15). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting, go to http://adfazjan20.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The meeting is hosted by IBG/Fox & Fin.

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“Case Studies in SOS to ROI Transformation”

“Case Studies in SOS to ROI Transformation:
the top 5 mistakes leaders make when battling the complexity monster”

Los Angeles Chapter meeting on January 17

NOTE: Building security policy. All attendees must register no less than 24 hours in advance of the meeting or they will not be allowed entrance to the building.

”… modern business and life is complex, and quickly becoming increasingly more so. The financial system is increasingly connected, the geopolitical environment is becoming more tightly coupled, and regulation is an ever-expanding moving target. Moreover, trends in customization, specialization, and personalization are fueling exponential increases in the variety of choices available for purchase (as well as where and how), forcing leaders to scramble.

As a result, public and private institutions are facing an increasingly powerful and growing Complexity Monster that threatens to disrupt the business of getting work done, staying competitive, and thriving. More and more of our organizational systems have gone beyond being just complicated; they have become truly complex.”

Please join us in Century City on Friday, January 17, 7:30–9:00am (breakfast and networking at 7:00am), when Larry Haas, author, and founder and CEO of Global Aperture Inc. will walk us through 3 case studies both inside and outside A&D, and lead a discussion on the top 5 mistakes leaders make when attempting to transform from “distress to success” while battling the so-called Complexity Monster.

Not only will attendees get a clear definition and picture of complexity, they will also walk away with practical approaches, and applications to help both clients and their own organizations battle complexity both in day to day operations, and when managing strategic change.

The meeting is free for members and $30 for non-members ($40 after January 9). Guests may attend two chapter meetings for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to https://adflaoct19.eventbrite.com.

The LA chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is hosted by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell and sponsored by RSM, California Bank & Trust, Chubb, Bolton & Company Insurance Brokers, and Stanton Chase.