Press Release: Federal Technology Symposium Set to Address Modern Warfare Challenges
Fayetteville, NC — The landscape of modern warfare is rapidly changing, prompting a call for integrated solutions and agile partnerships among sectors. The Federal Technology Symposium (FTS) will return to Fayetteville Technical Community College on September 9-10, 2025, bringing together federal defense priorities, private-sector innovation, and academic expertise to address emerging challenges.
Hosted by U.S. Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd, alongside the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), FTS stands as a crucial forum for discussing how to enhance America’s defense capabilities. The symposium opens with a "fireside chat" featuring Chief Technology Officers from key military commands, offering firsthand insights into technological evolution necessary for contemporary military operations.
Sessions at FTS will cover a range of topics, including national defense technology pathways, dual-use technology pitches, and workforce development for the defense sector. Attendees will learn how the Department of Defense (DoD) identifies and invests in critical technologies, emphasizing rapid acquisition and innovation pathways that align with national security requirements.
North Carolina’s strategic role in defense innovation is underscored as Fayetteville Technical Community College spearheads workforce development initiatives. The symposium aims to forge connections across various sectors, emphasizing that national security is a collective responsibility that requires collaboration and innovation.
As the DoD calls for enhanced adaptability and inter-agency cooperation, FTS emerges not just as a conference but as a strategic initiative to streamline the integration of innovative solutions into military practices. "FTS is designed to ensure that participants leave with a clear understanding of opportunities and actionable pathways," stated Bob Burton, Director of Defense Technologies at NCMBC.
For more details on the Federal Technology Symposium and its initiatives, visit NCMBC’s website.
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