Meeting Notices - San Diego

San Diego Chapter meeting on September 19, 2023

Meeting location: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92130-4092
Meeting Date: Tuesday, September 19
Meeting Time:
Networking & Refreshments, 4:30-5:30 PM:
Presentation: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

For DoD contractors and subcontractors, new cybersecurity requirements are coming. This Aerospace & Defense Forum presentation will cover the structure of the CMMC program and outline the general steps companies must take to prepare for these changes.

CMMC is the DoD’s new cybersecurity compliance program for all DoD contractors and their subcontractors. This will replace the old NIST 800-171 requirements, and for most companies it will require an external audit. There are new requirements included in the revised security baseline.

DFARS has always required DoD contractors and subcontractors to implement and adhere to the cybersecurity controls in NIST 800-171. The CMMC framework differentiates the requirements that must be met based on the risk the company poses to the DoD. There are also new reporting requirements, either self-attestation or an external audit.

Although the CMMC framework has been slow to materialize, finalization is close. Now is the time for DoD contractors and subcontractors to be assessing their readiness and preparing for these new requirements. To start, companies need to identify their CMMC Risk Level (1-3), which then defines the security requirements they must meet.

Risk Levels:
• Level 1 (Foundational) – companies that handle Federal Contract Information (FCI)
• Level 2 (Advanced) – companies that handle controlled unclassified information (CUI)
• Level 3 (Expert) – reducing risks of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

Once organizations have identified their risk level, they must define and assess system scope against the appropriate risk level control requirements and prepare and implement a plan to get to compliance.

Please join us in San Diego on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 (4:30-5:30 PM: Networking & Refreshments, 5:30-6:30 PM: Presentation) when Christian Hansen, CISSP, CISA, Partner, Cybersecurity Consulting, Moss Adams, will cover the structure of the CMMC program and outline the general steps companies should take to get ready for these changes.

The meeting is free for members & $30 for non-members until September 12 ($40 thereafter). For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsdsep23.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 hosted by Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.

San Diego Chapter virtual meeting on September 22

Since World War II, the American public has come to expect its military to have the best of everything. The technological superiority that kept us 20 years ahead of our competitors, however, has rapidly diminished. In some cases, we are already behind. By 2030, unless we pursue “urgent change at significant scale,” in the words of former Defense Secretary Gen. James Mattis, it is likely the U.S. will face an adversary with superior weapons, superior equipment and superior capabilities.

The DoD has instantiated many innovation-oriented organizations and has started to change some of the ways it does business – changing the Small Business Innovation Research process, utilization of Other Transaction Authority, and leveraging Commercial Solutions Offering approaches, to name a few.

This paradigm shift has opened the door for companies offering solutions that have not traditionally been utilized by the DoD. Unfortunately, the procurement process can be daunting for those lacking experience in this space. This deterrent has deprived the DoD of opportunities to engage with many innovative, talented companies.

Please join us on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, 8-9am pacific time, to discuss these changes with a panel of innovation ecosystem representatives, subject matter experts, and fellow participants to learn about this shifting landscape and the opportunities it presents. This will be a great opportunity for those unfamiliar with the federal procurement process to learn and ask questions to our panel of experts.

The webinar is free for members and $25 for non-members. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsdsep20.eventbrite.com. All attendees will receive attendee contact information for all those who gave permission.

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.

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.

San Diego Chapter meeting on December 3

Meeting location: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130-2006
Meeting Date: Tuesday, December 3
Meeting Time:
Registration and Networking: 5:30 p.m.
Meeting: 6:15-7:45 p.m.

The battle lines of the cyber war have been drawn and the front line runs through the Defense Industrial Base. A confluence of historical, cultural, and technological factors have left the United States particularly vulnerable to IP theft and supply chain disruption. How did we get here? Have attempts to regulate cybersecurity in the Defense Industrial Base been successful? What does the future hold for the threats, vulnerabilities and defense efforts at play?

Please join us on Tuesday, December 3rd as Jacob Horne, Senior Cybersecurity Consultant, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, will discuss the changes, impacts, and opportunities involved with cybersecurity and compliance in the defense sector.

The meeting is free for members & $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until November 26). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsddec19.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, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.

San Diego Chapter meeting on July 23

Meeting location: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130-2006
Meeting Date: Tuesday, July 23
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 Chapter of the Aerospace and Defense Forum invites you to our July networking event where we will hear from an expert panel that specializes in maximizing your event ROI. Our valued panel will address:

• Preparation for events such as the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Navy Gold Coast Conference
• How to quantify your return from events
• Learn how to maximize your ROI at all events

Please join us in San Diego on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019 (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: Jesse Hamilton (Moderator) ( Vice President, Sentek Global), Lindsey Head (CFO, J Public Relations, Inc.), Michael K. Lindsey (Senior Capture Manager, SAIC), and Michael Parente (Business Development Manager – San Diego, Saalex Solutions).

The meeting is free for members & $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until July 16). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsdjul19.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, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.

San Diego Chapter meeting on May 28

Meeting location: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130-2006
Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 28
Meeting Time:
Registration and Networking: 5:30 p.m.
Meeting: 6:15-7:45 p.m.

Identifying opportunities, managing current operations, preparing for CR, structuring proposals for price to win, and ultimately, winning contracts has always been a complex process for DoD contractors. However, today’s upcoming budget, procurement backdrops, and inevitable continuing resolution have fostered an increasingly competitive environment and created additional challenges for companies operating in the industry.

On August 20, 2018, Congress approved the 2019 Department of Defense budget of $686.1 billion, this is the earliest the defense budget has been passed in the last 40 years.

On March 11, 2019, President Donald J. Trump sent Congress a proposed Department of Defense Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Budget of $718.3 billion. The deadline to lift sequestration caps, to prevent spending cuts, is October 1.

Please join us in San Diego on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 (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 to include San Diego Military Advisory Council (SDMAC), Deltek, and San Diego Regional EDC with perspectives on what’s coming tomorrow and long-term. We will address the budget and contracting trends with each individual offering their point of view on how to successfully navigate the current contracting environment.

The meeting is free for members & $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until May 21). For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsdmay19.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, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.

San Diego Chapter joint event with the East County Economic Development Council on March 21

Join the Aerospace & Defense Forum, and our partners at the East County Economic Development Council, on Thursday, March 21, 4-7pm. We’ll be changing the format of this event, for a business mixer focused on Manufacturing.

Hear firsthand from Rick Urban, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Quality Controlled Manufacturing, Inc. (QCMI) a Santee-based precision machining manufacturer. Urban joined QCMI in 2009 to initiate a growth strategy. QCMI operates an approved FAA repair station and provides services for following industries: aerospace; power generation; Department of Defense (DOD); oil and gas; marine; and heavy equipment.

Learn about the challenges manufacturers face including the skilled-labor shortage, how American companies can bring back business with quality products, opportunities for growth, and resources available here in California.

A&D Members will receive the same member pricing as East County EDC Members for this event.

For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manufacturing-business-mixer-tickets-55599367204?aff=erelexpmlt.

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, BNY Mellon Wealth Management, and Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton.