Meeting Notices - San Fernando Valley

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on January 15

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: January 15
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Additive manufacturing (AM) is transforming how industries develop and manufacture product.  In aerospace, several AM technologies are moving the needle.  Metal AM is impacting today how aerospace component, engine and airframe suppliers operate.

While powder-based AM is sold as a limitless solution, in reality the process has a specific set of aerospace applications that are suited.  An understanding of powder-based processes and the history of AM is critical to understanding the evolution and opportunities.   

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, January 15, 7:30am–9:00am, when Scott Lathrope. ALM Capability Manager, Meggitt Engine Systems will present where aerospace is today with AM and what the future holds. 

The meeting is free for members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until January 8).  Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvjan19.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 sponsored by RSM, City National Bank and InVista Associates.

Tour of Vanderhorst Brothers

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on November 15

Meeting Location: Vanderhorst Brothers, Inc.
1715 Surveyor Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063
(805) 583-3333
Meeting Date: Thursday, November 15, 2018
Meeting Time:
7:00-7:30am: Check-in & Breakfast
7:30-9:00am: Meeting & Tour

Vanderhorst Brothers is a precision machining shop in Simi Valley. In 2008 they decided that they needed to do what few were doing at the time – lights out machining. That year they purchased nearly 3 million dollars in equipment. Brian O’Rell, owner and president, said, “It nearly buried us, but we made it through and are starting to see the fruits of our labor.”

Please join us in Simi Valley, CA, on Thursday, November 15, 7:30am–9:00am, when we will see the extensive equipment and inventions to enable lights-out operation and to enable growth without associated growth in “touches.” For example, there are machines and pallets that enable different parts to be sequentially machined without human intervention, as well as Raptor Workholding (see below).

Today Vanderhorst Brothers, Inc. is housed in a 22,000 sq. ft. building nestled in the heart of Simi Valley where it has been located for the last 15 years. In keeping with Brian’s commitment to the company’s technological development, machine inventory is constantly being updated and today boasts state of the art machinery, including a fast growing EDM department.

Two years ago they purchased the building behind Vanderhorst in anticipation of growth, and are just now taking over half the building, which will double their manufacturing space.

Vanderhorst Brothers is anticipating a 25 percent growth in 2019.

The meeting is free for members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until November 8). For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvnov18.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 sponsored by RSM, City National Bank and InVista Associates.

Tour of Stratasys Direct Manufacturing

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on September 13

Meeting Location: Stratasys Direct Manufacturing
28309 Ave Crocker, Valencia, CA 91355
Meeting Date: Thursday, September 13, 2018
Meeting Time: Check-in, Breakfast, Meeting, & Tour: 8:30am-1:00pm

Stratasys Direct Manufacturing offers proven 3D printing and advanced manufacturing services to accelerate innovation and product development, helping organizations to compete in a dynamically changing world.

Please join us in Valencia, CA, on Thursday, September 13, 8:30am–1:00pm, when we will see presentations on Stratasys and the Aircraft Interiors Certification Solution by Joe Anguiano, Director of Sales, Southwest Region, Stratasys Direct Manufacturing, and Mark Bashor, Manufacturing Applications Engineer, GoEngineer. During the tour we will see the following technologies: SLS Machines and processes, Urethane casting parts and processes, Finishing, SLA machines and process, and FDM and Polyjet machines and processes

The meeting is free for members and $30 for non-members. Limited to US citizens. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvsep18.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 sponsored by RSM, City National Bank and InVista Associates.

“Farnborough 2018 International Airshow: Impressions & Opinions”

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on August 21

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: August 21
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Farnborough 2018 is the first major industry event since Airbus and Boeing shook up the industry by agreeing to absorb key commercial programs of smaller rivals Canada’s Bombardier and Brazil’s Embraer as they prepare for future competition from China.

The changing dynamics in the industry, including many recent M&A/consolidation deals, was the leading topic at the show, but not the only one. Higher oil prices, rising interest rates, global trade tensions and uncertainty over Brexit all raised concerns that demand for new aircraft would slow, but that was not the case.

Other major topics at Farnborough this year, besides record aircraft orders, included a market study on value of the global aerospace & defense market, releases of several OEM market studies, the implications / concerns caused by recent harsh US political rhetoric and tariffs, the potential of aftermarket services, and the future of European military plans.

But the real questions are, “Why go to the one of the largest Air Show’s in the world?” What can you get out of an Air Show that helps your business? Is the cost of attending worth the expense? What does this all mean for the A&D industry?

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, August 21, 7:30–9:00am, when David Conrad, Director Business Development, PTI Technologies, who attended Farnborough 2018 and many past shows, will address these and other questions.

The meeting is free for members and $30 Early Bird for non-members until August 14 ($40 thereafter). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvaug18.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 sponsored by City National Bank and InVista Associates.

“Bridging Legacy and Innovation in the Aerospace Industry”

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on July 17

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: July 17
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

What kind of leadership is needed in our fast changing world?

How do we reinforce our healthy foundations while courageously embracing change, growth and innovation?

In today’s economy, disruptive technologies are exponentially increasing the need for innovation.

Companies and leaders that embrace and harness this rapid change environment will create incredible value and secure their future. Those that don’t will have a very difficult time and ultimately fail.

So how do we create the conditions that will foster innovation while respecting and honoring all that got us to here?

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, July 17, 7:30–9:00am, when Ivan and Mariana Polic, Founders, Family Business Mastery, will present a set of principles and pillars for bridging where you are and where you want to go…

Also, learn how to interact with founders and business leaders to enable their maximum cooperation and openness.

The meeting is free for members and $30 Early Bird for non-members until July 10 ($40 thereafter). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvjul18.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 sponsored by City National Bank and InVista Associates.

“Modern Digital Marketing Strategies for Aerospace Companies”

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on June 19

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: June 19
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Established in 1952, Air Electro products and services include the manufacturing and distribution of electrical connectors, contacts, and related accessories. Since 1992 they have emerged as a specialist in the manufacturing of custom connectors, contacts, and cable assemblies.

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, June 19, 7:30–9:00am, when Nemanja Jokanovice, Marketing Director at Air Electro, Inc., will present current digital marketing strategies in the world of electronic component distribution.

In the past 12 months, Air Electro has shifted its marketing focus toward digital expansion in order to maximize the opportunities in h2h (human to human) sales. The presentation will demonstrate which marketing steps need to be taken in order to grow your business and stay ahead of the competitors in a competitive market.

The presentation will include:
1. Shifting From B2B to H2H Sales Approach
2. Marketplace Assessment and Understanding
3. Marketing vs Advertising
4. Digital Strategies Taken to Support Growth and Visibility in the Connector Marketplace – to include:

• Website Assessment and Improvement
• SEO Adaptability and “Google-Friendly” Website Content
• Education vs Selling in the Millennial Era à Content Creation – “Content is King”
• PPC and AdWords – Bidding Strategies
• Social Marketing and Branding
• Email Marketing and Branding
• “Ghost” Inventory Model vs Traditional Inventory

5. The Importance of Analytics in Digital Marketing

• The Benefits of Being a Google Analytics Master
• Search Aggregator Data Discussion

6. What is Next for Air Electro?

• Understanding Why Digital Marketing is a Never-Ending Process

7. Tying it all together = Growth, Success, Better Customer Knowledge and Data

The meeting is free for members and $45 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until June 12). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvjun18.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 sponsored by City National Bank and InVista Associates.

“Protect your Data – or Lose your DoD Contracts”

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on May 15

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: May 15
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Aerospace and Defense suppliers in all tiers are now undeniably under constant barrage of cyber-attacks. Today, attacks are harder to detect, and very highly skilled. With the inevitability of cyber-attacks, there is an increasing emphasis on DoD suppliers improving resiliency.

If you were banking on DoD moving the compliance deadline (Dec 31st, 2017), you now know that did not happen. It is now four months since the DFARS 252.204-7012 deadline has past, and DoD is very serious about Defense data. DoD’s Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) has increased communications to DoD suppliers that the consequences could include the loss of DoD contracts. The biggest Aerospace & Defense prime contractors are even more forceful in their communications, as they are strictly enforcing the flow down of the DFARS regulation on every contract and bid.

You may not sell directly to the DoD, but if what you are supplying is eventually used for a DoD contract, you must be in compliance.

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, May 15, 7:30–9:00am, when Chris Buthe (Manager of Cyber Physical Security Services, CMTC) and Jim Savitz (Client Advisor, CMTC) will provide an update on DoD’s urgency to protect covered defense information and the role of the Defense Contract Management Agency. In addition, they will describe how a local aerospace supplier recently achieved compliance.

The meeting is free for members and $45 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until May 8). Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvmay18.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 sponsored by City National Bank and InVista Associates.

“Starting and Running the Honeybee Robotics Division in Pasadena”

San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting on April 17

Meeting Location: City National Bank
15260 Ventura Blvd., 16th floor, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Meeting Date: April 17
Meeting Time: Doors open at 7am, Meeting 7:30-9:00am

Please join us in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Tuesday, April 17, 7:30–9:00am, when Dr. Kris Zacny, Vice President and Director of Exploration Technology Group, Honeybee Robotics, will share his experience as a senior manager/engineer in a leading space-robotics company as he stood up a new division across the country from its New York headquarters.

In 2010 Kris left Manhattan to start Honeybee Robotics’ West Coast Division in Pasadena, close to the Caltech/NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Honeybee’s new Exploration Technology Group focuses on developing advanced space-robotics technology and systems for subsurface exploration of Solar System planets, moons, asteroids and comets. Kris will provide a background on Honeybee Robotics (with its three offices in New York, Colorado and California) and will give examples of the Pasadena division’s work and his experience growing the business from two people in 2010 to fifty in 2018.

The meeting is free for members and $45 ($30 Early Bird until April 10) for non-members. Guests may attend twice for free. For more information and to register to attend the meeting go to http://adfsfvapr18.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 sponsored by CohnReznick, City National Bank, and InVista Associates.