Here's What's Happening This Week 11.13.2024
TPP Program Updates
Please note the next NAWCAD Industry Day been moved again to April 2025!
Mark these dates on your calendar!
- 12/11/2024 - 25.1/A NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Topic Launch (see below)
- 3/13/2025 - SPARK! Fair SMART Bldg
- 3/26/2025 - TPP 3rd Annual Defense Summit
The TPP 2023 to 2024 Annual Meeting program slide deck can be found here: https://paxpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Annual-Meeting-Slide-deck.pdf
SoMD 2030 is funded by NAWCAD to build the STEM pipeline, increase career opportunities, and connect talented students with apprenticeships and internships in Southern MD. Learn more at: https://paxpartnership.org/somd-2030-workforce/ Contact: Chris Abell, SoMD 2030, Executive Director at chris.abell@paxpartnership.org for more information.
NEWS: TPP welcomes Chris Abell as the new SoMD 2030 Workforce Development Director
Lexington Park, MD (11/1/2024) – Chris Abell has joined TPP as the Workforce Development Director for the SoMD 2030 Workforce Development initiative. Abell will lead AMP/TJR, the college internships program for students in Southern Maryland, the 2025 SPARK! Career Fair and related STEM initiatives. SoMD 2030 is designed to develop opportunities on multiple levels - Students will be educated on security clearances through Project Scope, and learn about career prospects in Southern Maryland, and career entry level opportunities. Read more here: https://paxpartnership.org/tpp-welcomes-chris-abell-as-the-new-somd-2030-workforce-development-director/
See media link: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=945853567561933&id=100064118941515&_rdr
The TPP Newsletter is archived on our website here: https://paxpartnership.org/newsletter/.
TPP HAS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE! Contact Michelle Reloba for more information at 301-866-4088 or michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org
TPP IS HIRING!
Seeking a Full-Time Accountant. For more information and to apply click here: https://paxpartnership.org/employment-opportunities/ or contact michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org
TPP – TECH BRIDGE – NAWCAD - NAVAIR
Tech Bridge–NAVAL https://www.secnav.navy.mil/agility/Pages/tech-bridges/southern-maryland/default.aspx
December 11, 2024 | 9:00am - 4:00pm 25.1/A NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Topic Launch Join the NAVAIR Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) Programs Office for this event held in conjunction with the Southern Maryland Tech Bridge. The Topic Launch is an opportunity for businesses of all classifications to interact with NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Programs Office representatives and technical points of contact. Engage one-on-one with topic authors, ask questions about 25.1/A-released topics and learn more about the SBIR/STTR process.
The main event venue is USMSM SMART Building, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20657
There are three additional satellite locations. Please be sure to select the correct location while registering. All times are notated in Eastern Standard time. Please plan accordingly for the event. The IN-PERSON satellite locations are:
· Ventura Tech Bridge @ Fathomwerx, 145 W Clara St, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
· Central Florida Tech Bridge @ Tech Grove, 12809 Science Drive, Orlando, FL 32826
· Liberty Tech Bridge @ Rowan University, 107 Gilbreth Parkway STE 213C, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
· Or Virtual on TEAMS
Please be sure to select the correct location while registering.
Click this link to register for this exciting opportunity: 25.1/A NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Topic Launch Tickets | SOMD Tech Bridge
EDUCATION
Center for the Study of Democracy (CSD) at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Subscribe to their newsletter here:
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Website: https://www.smcm.edu/democracy/
DCAIP Department of Defense – DoD College Acquisition Internship Program- To enroll or for more info: https://paxpartnership.org/nadp-naval-acquisition-development-program-non-stem-opportunities/
College of Southern Maryland, (CSM) Information, news and events: register: https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html
Registration Ongoing for Community Education Courses; CSM offers a variety of Community Education courses in Fall 2024. Register here: www.csmd.edu/CommunityEducation.
CSM cybersecurity associate degree program ranks among the best in the United States for 2025, according to Intelligent.com. The college ranked at number 10 of the 34 top programs in the country with a score of 89.71 out of 100 points. To read the full report, visit Best Cybersecurity Associate Degree Programs of 2025 - Intelligent. To learn more about CSM’s cybersecurity program, visit Cybersecurity (csmd.edu).
NEWS: CSM announces that Dr. Molly O’Keefe will join the college Dec. 2 as its new associate vice president of Strategy. In this senior leadership role, O’Keefe will be responsible for guiding the implementation of CSM’s new 2024-2029 Strategic Plan: “Built for Success”
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, January 17, 2025 -The 2025 St. Mary’s County Science and Engineering Fair (SMCSEF) at the USMSM SMART Building. The award ceremony is on the same afternoon. The Science Fair is open to the St. Mary’s County residents, and is the perfect venue for students to share their talents in experimental methodologies, engineering design and testing, and other scientific projects.
The SMCSEF website at Home - St Marys Science Fair (smcsef.org) contains links to General Information, Science and Engineering Categories, and Judging Information.
Please check the website for ways to partner with SMCSEF, including sponsoring awards and scholarships, advertising opportunities, and volunteering as board members, judges, and project mentors. Contact Mark Ragland, SMCSEF President, at smcsefpresident@protonmail.com for additional information. Deadline for advertising materials is Monday, January 6, 2025. Please send advertisement artwork and questions directly to Samantha Nelson at smnelson@smcps.org
More information and sponsorship form here: https://paxpartnership.org/the-2025-st-marys-county-science-and-engineering-fairsmcsef-friday-january-17-2025-at-the-usmsm-smart-building/ - Thank you for your support!
NASA’s fourth annual Power to Explore Student Challenge kicked off November 7, 2024. The science, engineering, technology, and mathematics (STEM) writing challenge invites kindergarten through 12th grade students in the United States to learn about radioisotope power systems, a type of nuclear battery integral to many of NASA’s far-reaching space missions.
Students are invited to write an essay about a new nuclear-powered mission to any moon in the solar system they choose. Submissions are due Jan. 31, 2025. To learn more about the challenge, visit:
https://www.nasa.gov/power-to-explore/
Application now open for TPP Pathways Scholarship – The scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan on attending the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and majoring in engineering will be eligible to receive a full scholarship to cover tuition, fees and books for up to two years, providing they continue to meet the eligibility requirements and remain in good standing.
For Scholarship Eligibility Requirements and to apply:
https://csmd.academicworks.com/opportunities/3953
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31,
Contact information regarding this scholarship: CSM Foundation at 301-934-7599 or csmfoundation@csmd.edu
RESOURCES
Please note: Economic and Workforce Information Resources are copied to: https://paxpartnership.org/community-resources/.
What is the Employer Partner Program? It’s a free Commuter Choice Maryland (CCMD) program that recognizes organizations for their leadership in offering commuter benefits and creative incentives to their employees. For more information: commuterchoice@mdot.maryland.gov or 410-865-1100 – Link: https://mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/Index.aspx?PageId=29
Tuesday, November 19th - St. Mary’s Young Professional’s event will be at The Potomac Gardens @ 20254 Colton Point Road, Coltons Point MD . We will have a fun & relaxing night at a unique historic venue right near the Potomac River spending time networking with young professionals from across the area. Please register HERE if you are interested in joining them.
November 20, 2024, | 4:30pm – 7:30pm Human Resources of Southern Maryland (HRASM) is partnering with the A.V.A. Group in an Industry Panel event with a focus on military-to-civilian transition support services for veterans in the local area. The panel provides direct source information on recruitment and networking strategies, resume writing, instruction on proper interview and business attire, salary negotiation techniques, how to consider job offers, and in person networking to assist in job placement opportunities.
Click HERE to learn more and sign up!
December 3, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – FREE Webinar with HRASM and MD DOL for FAMLI updates. Paid Family and Medical Leave is coming to Maryland
https://hrasmonline.shrm.org/events/2024/12/famli-update-presented-dol
The Maryland Association of Community Colleges newsletter found here: Read the latest article on “Middle-Skill Careers Offer a Path to the Middle Class” here: https://mailchi.mp/mdacc.org/middle-skills-opportunities
Pax River Naval Museum (PRNAM) Become a PRNAM member today: https://www.paxmuseum.com/membership
Event Calendar: https://www.paxmuseum.com/events-calendar
DOD Issues Class Deviation on Cybersecurity Standards for Covered Contractor Information Systems. The class deviation is available on the Defense Pricing and Contracting Public website
https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/policy/policyvault/USA000814-24-DPC.pdf.
The businesses that call St. Mary’s County home provide products and services beyond the shores of the Patuxent and Potomac. Share your St. Mary’s County Around the World story here: https://www.yesstmarysmd.com/aroundtheworld/
Did you know Maryland offers a free tool to help defense contractors grow their business in Maryland?
See how the Maryland Defense Network helps defense contractors:
· Discover New Partners & Be Discoverable
· Find Contracting Opportunities
· Research Spending Trends & Create Reports
Create an account or log in to an existing account to start exploring all the ways the Maryland Defense Network can help you! More information here: https://marylanddefensenetwork.org/
INCOSE SOMD https://www.incose.org/ Is running monthly "Systems Engineering Forums! Anyone with an interest in systems engineering is welcome to participate. We are looking for engineering-themed opportunities to get more engaged. For details or to share please contact INCOSE.
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) is the formally chartered, nationwide network of over 300 federal laboratories and research centers, that fosters commercialization, best practice strategies, and opportunities for accelerating federal technologies out of the labs and into the marketplace. The FLC is here to promote, facilitate, and educate labs and industry about that process. FLC Newsletter registration: https://federallabs.org/flc-highlights/flc-digest-newsletter
Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Southern Region, stay informed and follow on social media and here: https://www.sbdchelp.com
Check out their NO-Cost Online Training & Workshops! https://www.marylandsbdc.org/training
Mark your Calendars! December 4, 2024 TEDCO’s 2024 Entrepreneur Expo at Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel - This year’s Expo will attract over 1,000 top entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, legislators, and influencers from across the region. Check out the prospectus for sponsorship and exhibiting information. More registration details are coming soon!
Connect with Maryland’s B2G sector by attending conferences, industry days, and other events. Information here: https://go.activecalendar.com/doit-md/?&ql=y&search=y The new program aims to expand assistance to underserved entrepreneurs and businesses. Read more here: https://www.tedcomd.com/news-events/press-releases/2024/tedco-announces-business-resource-information-development-guidance
Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs Monthly Small Biz Bulletin https://gomdsmallbiz.maryland.gov/Pages/Business-Resources.aspx
NEWS
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that Jose Gonzalez, TPP Board member, RADM Bert Johnston, USN (ret), and Jay Webster have joined the board as its newest directors. The three were voted in at the October board meeting. With 23 volunteer members, the CSM Foundation serves as the fundraising organization of the college by connecting donors and regional partners with students, faculty, and staff to enhance access to higher education, to ensure learners have the resources they need to succeed, and to create educational pathways that improve lives. Read more here: https://www.csmd.edu/news/2024/csm-foundation-welcomes-jose-gonzalez-bert-johnston-and-jay-webster-as-new-board-members.html
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Tri-County Council (TCC) - Business Engagement Specialist Team (B.E.S.T.) monthly Business News/Updates newsletter! Email: BESTeam@tccsmd.org to request to subscribe. More here: https://southernmarylandjobsource.org/ Check out the most up-to-date Hot Jobs!
COMMUNITY NEWS & ACTIVITIES
St Mary’s College of Maryland https://www.smcm.edu/ Check for events here: https://inside.smcm.edu/events?page=1
EVENTS: Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center (SMCM)
https://www.smcm.edu/dodge-performing-arts-center/coming-attractions/
EVENTS: Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center (SMCM)
https://www.smcm.edu/dodge-performing-arts-center/coming-attractions/
Friday, November 15, 2024 | 7 - 8:30 pm -SMCM Jazz Ensemble Concert
Friday, November 22, 2024 | 7 pm - The Piscataway Nation Singers & Dancers!
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm- Handel's Messiah
Sunday, December 15, 2024 | 7pm- Enjoy Christmas with the Annie Moses Band
Sunday, December 8, 2024 - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm COSMIC Symphony’s concert “The More the Merrier” will be filled with magical holiday surprises for the whole family. Hosted by award-winning tenor and local celebrity David W. Cook, the afternoon will feature appearances by many familiar faces and surprise guests as COSMIC spreads Christmas cheer through Southern Maryland. FREE CONCERT - NO TICKETS REQUIRED
Historic Sotterley - Information & to register for events here: https://www.sotterley.org/events. Last weekend of their Guided Tour
December 7 - Winter Wonderland Wreathmaking Workshops
Historic St. Mary’s City, (HSMC) - See all events & register here: https://www.hsmcdigshistory.org/events/.
Email: hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov; 301-994-4371 / 301-994-4372
St. Mary’s County Museum Division - Please visit
https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/recreate/Museums/
Sign up for their newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/8818922c0fdc/march2024?e=5cb0e4248f
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· Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm -Evening Tides: Candlelight Christmas at Piney Point. Visitors are invited to a festive holiday evening on the grounds of the beautiful historic park at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum featuring candlelight, carolers, hot chocolate bar, Buddy the Elf, and the 2024 Building Bricks Lighthouse Challenge competition. Admission is free; a $5 per person donation is suggested.
Wrapping Arms Round Many, Inc. (WARM), established in 2009, is a faith-based 501(c)(3) charity that collaborates with local houses of worship and other organizations to provide safe overnight shelter and meals to homeless adults from November through March. Join their e-mail list: warmsecretary1@gmail.com
Collaborate with WARM or volunteer for other tasks – meetings are open to the public at 5 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month at Church of the Ascension, 21641 Great Mills Rd, Lexington Park, MD - Questions? Contact WARM at: warmsecretary1@gmail.com - 240-587-5032
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