Meeting Notices

Los Angeles Chapter meeting on February 15

Are you embedded in a larger aerospace firm or enterprise and enticed by all of the news about the hot new space start-ups, perhaps contemplating a career change? Or, are you an investor or service provider trying to sort out the rapid-fire developments in the entrepreneurial space arena, trying to figure it all out and maybe pick some winners? Then this presentation might be just for you.

Please join us in Los Angeles on Friday, February 15, 2012, 7:30am – 9:00am PST, when Rex Ridenoure, founder and CEO of IZUP and co-founder and former CEO of Ecliptic Enterprises Corporation (home of the RocketCam™ product family) will recap and highlight the important market trends and developments that are shaping today’s commercial space sector and will connect some of his memorable experiences during the past 25-odd years to them, focusing especially on his entrepreneurial ventures during the past 15 years–and especially on what can go wrong.

For more information see “Invite to A&D Forum (LA) (Feb 2013)”.

The meeting is free for A&D Forum members and $40 for non-members. Click here to register to attend the meeting in person. Click here to register to access the WebEx live stream.

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

The Los Angeles chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum was founded by Frontier Associates and the 62 Mile Club, and is sponsored by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell, Moss Adams, Sheppard Mullin, Salem Partners, TBL Strategy, and UK Trade & Investment.

OC Chapter February 7, 2013 meeting

The availability of raw materials is critical to the ability of suppliers to deliver on time. With increasing volume demands and the tight coupling of lean manufacturing, almost every raw material shortage propagates as significant delays throughout the supply chain. Because on-time delivery is so important, every supplier must be conscious of their vulnerability to fluctuating prices and a limited global supply which can be easily diverted to non-aerospace applications.

Please join us on Thursday, February 7, 2013, 7:30am – 9:00am PST, when Bill Leavelle, General Manager of Castle Metals Aerospace, will describe the operation of the raw materials market, project what is likely to happen over the next year, and suggest what suppliers can do to assure themselves of needed materials.

For more information see the file “Invitation to A&D Forum (OC) (Feb 2013).pdf” at http://tinyurl.com/bfjpsmr.

The meeting is free for A&D Forum members and $40 for non-members. Register to attend the meeting in person at http://leavelleocfeb13.eventbrite.com. Register to access the WebEx live stream at http://tinyurl.com/anvejnr.

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

The Orange County chapter was founded by Frontier Associates and D.A. Davidson & Co., and is sponsored by Burdge Logistics, Moss Adams, aero2pr, Dorsey & Whitney, and UK Trade & Investment.

Aerospace & Defense Forum Meeting in Los Angeles on January 18

Challenges in defense acquisition programs make strategic planning and strategic management more important than ever.

Please join us in Los Angeles on Friday, January 18, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Dr. Stan Rosen, Professor of Acquisition Management at the Defense Acquisition University (DAU), will describe research being conducted by the DAU to identify how Department of Defense (DoD) program acquisition officials are using a variety of strategic planning and management tools and techniques to improve acquisition effectiveness and to anticipate changing conditions in the national security environment. Dr. Rosen will also explore implications for members of the A&D Forum who work with DoD program offices.

The meeting is free to A&D Forum members, and $40 for non-members. Register here (rosenlajan12.eventbrite.com/#) for the meeting . Click here for the meeting invitation.

The Los Angeles chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum was founded by Frontier Associates and the 62 Mile Club, and is sponsored by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell, Moss Adams, Sheppard Mullin, and TBL Strategy.

OC Chapter December 6 meeting

With President Obama elected for his second four year term, it is expected that the Administration’s export control reform initiatives will be realized.

Please join us on Thursday, December 6, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Larry Ward of Dorsey & Whitney will discuss how A&D companies will be impacted by changes in the export control laws and regulations over the next four years and the expected procedure and policy changes they will need to implement in order to ensure continued compliance with these important laws and regulations. He will also explore how mergers and acquisition activities may be impacted by reviews and investigations conducted by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States and what enforcement areas might be targeted by the Justice Department and the Securities Exchange Commission with respect to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Orange County chapter was founded by Frontier Associates and D.A. Davidson & Co., and is sponsored by Burdge Logistics, BOBsearch, Moss Adams, and Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth.

“Exploring Early Investment Opportunities in the Space Frontier”

One of the difficulties for any early stage company is securing capital. Space Angels Network was created in 2006 to connect investors with entrepreneurs through a global network to encourage private investment in aerospace and aviation startups.

Please join us in Los Angeles on Friday, November 16, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, for a special joint meeting with the Space Angels Network, when Joe Landon, Managing Director, will share lessons learned on investment in the space frontier and make the case why Space Angels Network offers a compelling value proposition to individuals interested in this area of investment.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Los Angeles chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum was founded by Frontier Associates and the 62 Mile Club, and is sponsored by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell, Moss Adams, BOBsearch and The College of the Extended University at Cal Poly Pomona.

“Growing a Company in Challenging Times”

Since 2008, rough economic times have hit countries and organizations across the globe, forcing them to adopt creative solutions to continue to grow. Many other companies didn’t even make it through the tumult. In contrast, Pelican Products grew nearly 200% in the six years 2006 – 2011.

Please join us on Thursday, November 1, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Lyndon Faulkner, President and CEO, Pelican Products, Inc. will explain how Pelican achieved that phenomenal growth during very challenging times. Lyndon will also provide an overview of the strategies and the thinking behind them. Citing case studies, he will explain the basics of finding new applications for current products, entering new markets, expanding geographic presence, and acquisitions. He will also discuss how Pelican, as a predominantly B2B company, successfully made the difficult transition into the consumer market by implementing fundamental changes in its marketing and distribution.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Orange County chapter was founded by Frontier Associates and D.A. Davidson & Co., and is sponsored by Burdge Logistics, BOBsearch, Moss Adams, and Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth.

“The Space Industry’s Impact on the California Economy”

California’s space industry is a powerful contributor to the state’s economy—as large as or larger than other prominent California industries such as agriculture and motion picture/entertainment. While California’s unique space ecosystem of manufacturers, supply base, research & development and customers provides strong competitive advantage for industry participants doing business in the state, other states and global competitors are aggressively challenging that advantage.

Please join us in Los Angeles on Friday, October 19, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Randy Garber, Partner with A.T. Kearney, will present research results on the space industry’s economic impact in California and how California stacks up relative to other states. He will also explore implications and actions for California government and industry leaders.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Los Angeles chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum was founded by Frontier Associates and the 62 Mile Club, and is sponsored by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell, Moss Adams, BOBsearch and The College of the Extended University at Cal Poly Pomona.

“Tips for the Top: Ensuring Compliance with US Export Laws”

When it comes to Export Compliance, the stakes can be high, with door-closing fees and fines, and even jail time. If you are a US manufacturer, exporter, broker or distributor, or even invest or work with these types of companies, you need to understand what the export laws are and how they apply to you.

Please join us in Los Angeles on Friday, September 21, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Abby Walsh, CEO of True Compliance Group, will present a brief overview of the key US agencies and laws governing export, and will give practical tips concerning what executives need to know to be in compliance with export laws.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Los Angeles chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum was founded by Frontier Associates and the 62 Mile Club, and is sponsored by Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Mitchell, Moss Adams, BOBsearch and The College of the Extended University at Cal Poly Pomona.

“”(Re)position for Growth and Stakeholder Value”

The effects of globalization are having significant impact on businesses with operations in high-cost countries (advance economies). Customers are demanding cheaper products with the same or higher expectations on delivery and quality. Companies that cannot meet these expectations will eventually go out of business. Thus driving operational excellence is becoming a vital strategy.

Please join us on Thursday, September 6, 2012, 7:30 am – 9:00 am, when Anders Davas, Divisional Manager, Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvements at Eaton Aerospace will present a 4-Step model to operational excellence that any company can successfully employ. Other topics covered will be strategic deployment, continuous improvement and lean leadership.

The meeting is free, but RSVP’s in advance to Ivan Rosenberg are required to attend.

The Orange County chapter was founded by Frontier Associates and D.A. Davidson & Co., and is sponsored by Burdge Logistics, BOBsearch, Moss Adams, and Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth.