Join us in Ogden for the inaugural Acceler 8 Wasatch Week!
Ogden | Updated: March 29, 2024 02:49 AMLocation: Union Station Ogden Utah
Address: 2501 Wall Avenue, Ogden, UT 84401
Date: 14 May
Tuesday, May 14
UAMMI Crosstalk Conference & Exhibition
9am-4pm; Browning Theater and Annex
Attend a conference and exhibition focused on emerging opportunities for small businesses in advanced materials manufacturing, aerospace, and defense. Learn about national defense programs, funding opportunities, and state support programs for small businesses in defense manufacturing. Showcase your company’s capabilities and connect with other businesses exhibiting at the event.
Networking Reception & Dinner - Sponsored by Ogden, City
5-8pm; Copper Nickel (2450 Grant Ave, Ogden, UT)
Connect with other attendees at a networking reception from 5-6 pm followed by dinner at 6 pm.
Agenda
UAMMI CROSSTALK 2024
Rep. Blake Moore
US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Dr. Tulinda Larsen
PRESIDENT, UAMMI
Chris Stewart
CHAIRMAN, 47G
FORMER MEMBER OF US CONGRESS
Gen. Gerald Goodfellow
FORMERLY OF GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND
Jeff Wandrey
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
OGDEN AIR LOGISTICS COMPLEX
Murray Durham
GENERAL MANAGER, ALBANY ENGINEERING COMPOSITES
Ki Ho Kang
OWNER & CEO, КІНОМАС
JR Gibbens
OFFICE OF STRATEGIC CAPITAL
NEW DOD CAPITAL PROGRAM
Michael Dyment
NEXA CAPITAL, A $1B PRIVATE EQUITY FUND
Aaron Starks
PRESIDENT & CEO, 47G
UTAH AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
Jack Ryan
ENERGY PROGRAM MANAGER DEFENSE INNOVATION UNIT
Jason Combs
NATIONAL SECURITY INNOVATION NETWORK
Zeke Topolosky
ARMY RESEARCH LAB
SBIR/STTR
Lance Soffe
TARGETED INDUSTRIES, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Linda Cabrales
INNOVATION CENTER, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Chuck Spence
APEX ACCELERATOR, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Register here.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Melissa Larsen
Director, Marketing & Community Outreach
516.945.5812
*Subject to change
Acceler8 Wasatch Week
May 14-16, 2024
Union Station – Ogden, Utah
Join us for the inaugural Acceler8 Wasatch Week in Ogden, Utah!
Come explore business and innovation opportunities in Northern Utah's aerospace and defense industry. The event will include conference sessions, business-to-business matchmaking, pitch events, and career information, along with social and networking events. Small businesses, prime contractors, defense agencies, and community partners are encouraged to attend.
For those coming from out of town, hotel information is provided below the event agenda. For more information about Ogden lodging, dining, and attractions, please see Visit Ogden. We also invite attendees to check out the Ogden Twilight Concert on May 16, featuring Phoenix and Metric, or extend your stay and run the scenic Ogden Marathon on May 18, offering full and half marathon, 12k, and 5k distances.
Event Agenda
All events will be held at Ogden Union Station (2501 Wall Ave, Ogden, UT) unless otherwise noted
Monday, May 13
Ogden Scavenger Hunt
5-7 pm; meet at fountain outside Union Station
Explore downtown Ogden and meet other event attendees with a fun scavenger hunt.
Registration coming soon
Tuesday, May 14
UAMMI Crosstalk Conference & Exhibition
9am-4pm; Browning Theater and Annex
Attend a conference and exhibition focused on emerging opportunities for small businesses in advanced materials manufacturing, aerospace, and defense. Learn about national defense programs, funding opportunities, and state support programs for small businesses in defense manufacturing. Showcase your company’s capabilities and connect with other businesses exhibiting at the event.
Register here.
Ogden Art Walk
4-5pm; meet at fountain outside Union Station
Take a tour of public art in downtown Ogden as we walk from Union Station to the networking reception and dinner.
Registration not required
Networking Reception & Dinner - Sponsored by Ogden, City
5-8pm; Copper Nickel (2450 Grant Ave, Ogden, UT)
Connect with other attendees at a networking reception from 5-6 pm followed by dinner at 6 pm.
Wednesday, May 15
APEX Accelerator Defense Matchmaking Event
9am-3pm; Browning Theater and Annex
Get ready for an exciting opportunity for small and mid-sized businesses to meet with Hill AFB and prime contractors! Businesses will have the opportunity to register for one-on-one meetings with defense agencies and primes. Additionally, the agencies and primes will host information booths and provide requirements briefings.
Registration for small businesses coming soon
Beer & Cheese Mixer
3:30-6pm; Browning Theater
Wind down with a beer and cheese mixer – a great opportunity to sample local craft beverages and cheese while networking with other attendees.
Registration coming soon
Thursday, May 16
Wildcat Microfund Pitch Event
10am-12pm; Browning Theater
Join us as local entrepreneurs pitch their ideas and businesses. Businesses will pitch for cash award grants and support services from the Wildcat Microfund. This event is open to entrepreneurs from all industries.
Registration coming soon
Catalyst Accelerator Ogden Alumni Demo Day
2-5pm; Browning Theater
Experience the pinnacle of innovation and entrepreneurship firsthand at Catalyst Accelerator Ogden’s Alumni Demo Day! Join us for an immersive in-person event where you'll have the exclusive opportunity to witness the evolution of startups born from our accelerator program.
Prepare to be captivated as alumni from previous Ogden Accelerator cohorts unveil their groundbreaking ideas and revolutionary technologies. Whether you're an investor seeking the next big opportunity, a tech aficionado hungry for innovation, or simply someone intrigued by the forefront of industry trends, this event promises to be a highlight of the year.
Career Awareness with Hill AFB
9am-3pm; Breezeway
Come learn about career opportunities at Hill AFB, including skilled trade, acquisition, and non-appropriated positions. Learn how to apply and search for future job openings.
*The Acceler8 Wasatch Week agenda remains subject to change.
Hotel Information
For government employees, Tru by Hilton in Ogden offers a GSA rate. Currently, the rate for Acceler8 Wasatch Week is $107 per night.
For other attendees, a room block is available at the Hilton Garden Inn in Ogden. The room block rate is $140 per night. Guests have until April 12th to book using this link and booking code 90Z.
About Acceler8 Wasatch
Acceler8 Wasatch is an ad hoc group of partners that are excited to grow the innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem in Utah. This group, while geographically centered in Northern Utah, is interested in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in all of Utah. While initially focused on aerospace and defense, it also welcomes other industries, technologies, and markets
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Melissa Larsen
Director, Marketing & Community Outreach
516.945.5812
*Subject to change
More DetailFrequently asked questions
Where is Join us in Ogden for the inaugural Acceler 8 Wasatch Week! in Ogden?
Union Station Ogden Utah, 2501 Wall Avenue, Ogden, UT 84401
When is Join us in Ogden for the inaugural Acceler 8 Wasatch Week! in Ogden?
Join us in Ogden for the inaugural Acceler 8 Wasatch Week! is scheduled for 14 May.
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