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Here’s What is Happening This Week 3/23/2022

TPP NEWS & PROGRAMS

Capt. Dan Covelli, CO, NAWCTSD, will discuss activities at NAWCTSD, followed by Central FL Tech Bridge update by Diana Teel, Director. -VIRTUAL- March 31st at 10:30am - (Joint SOMD/Central FL Tech Bridge) Registration: https://paxpartnership.org/tpp-event/nawctsd-tech-grove/

Dr. Tom Nichols, faculty member, Naval War College and author of Our Own Worst Enemy” will speak at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, April 12th at 7:00 pm - Program by TPP and the Center for the Study of Democracy, (SMCM). Book signing following program.  Registration: https://paxpartnership.org/tpp-event/tomnichols/

COMFRC Industry Day, (in-person) at USMSM - April 19, 9am to 4pmRegistration: https://paxpartnership.org/tpp-event/comfrc-industry-day/

NAWCAD Industry Day, (in-person)– April 20th at 9am to 2pm Registrationhttps://paxpartnership.org/tpp-event/nawcad-industry-day-april-2022/

TPP congratulates Capt. (ret) Barbara Ives, USNR, program manager of the Maryland and Greater Washington DC Junior Science & Humanities Symposium Competition March 15th to 17th, 2022, at TPP. Capt. (ret) Ives received the 2022 Ruth Bader Ginsberg Lifetime Achievement Award from the St. Mary’s County Commission. Read more here: https://lexleader.net/ives-earns-lifetime-achievement-award/

Please note:  TPP MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN till April 5th, 2022! See more here: https://paxpartnership.org/member-of-the-year/

TPP – TECH BRIDGE – NAWCAD COLLABORATION

Southern Maryland Tech Bridge/NAVALX For more information visit:  (navalagility.us)

Tech Bridge- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Tool Automation Challenge- Build a CUI tool that uses AI/ML to mark documents. NSWC Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) on behalf of NSWCs and (ONR) is seeking ideas and solutions for an automated tool that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and/or machine learning (ML) capabilities to aid users with the proper marking of documents in accordance with the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) program requirements. Phase 1 open until 04/04/22 at 2:00pm EDT  - For more information visit: https://www.challenge.gov/?challenge=cui

The Midwest Tech Bridge - Addressing supply chain issues for Navy Radar components. Video available hereIN3, NavalX Midwest Tech Bridge Connecting Businesses to Opportunities - IN3 (in3indiana.com)

401 Tech Bridge’s Newsletter- Funding opportunities and events, Tech Talks, Webinars. More here:  https://www.navalagility.us/tech_bridge/southernmaryland/

IMPAX - Bridging the gap between technology and capability - A partnership between NAWCAD and the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI).  Websitehttps://impax.tech/

NASC

Naval Aviation Systems Consortium (NASC): NASC is an agile, collaborative enterprise composed of leading companies and academic institutions with expertise in technology domains of interest to the Naval Air Warfare Centers (NAWCs) and the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Consortium Management Group, Inc. (CMG) manages NASC and administers its Other Transaction Agreement with the Navy to facilitate rapid acquisition of cutting-edge technologies and to accelerate delivery of new capabilities to the Warfighter. For more information, please visit (nascsolutions.org)

EDUCATION

Tech Jobs Rule –(TJR) Seeking companies for the Apprentice program!  Joint effort between NAWCAD, TPP, and AMP/The Forrest Career and Technology Center (SMCPS).  

May 21st, 2022 - NAWCAD and TPP are proud to announce that the Inspiring the Next Generation (STEM-ING) event is back! Venue: St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus. To learn more about STEM-ING, Visit our website at www.STEM-ING.org/2022-stem-event/   We are still looking for volunteers for the event.  Link see here:

 PROJECT SCOPE. How a security clearance will help you get a job. Project Scope | Security Clearance | Fort Meade Alliance (project-scope.org)

Center for the Study of Democracy at St. Mary’s College of Maryland: More about upcoming events here:  https://www.smcm.edu/democracy/

College of Southern Maryland: https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html

  • College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students studying cybersecurity will receive game-changing instruction and opportunities thanks to the college's acceptance into the first cohort of the U.S. Military’s Cyber Command’s (CYBERCOM) new Academic Engagement Network (AEN). Visit CSM’s Cyber Center.
  • Scholarship Finder is now open for students to apply for 200+ scholarships
  • Nominations are being accepted for the inaugural Distinguished Alumni Award; deadline is April 8

IntelliGenesis is proud to announce our Women Supporting Women STEM Scholarship! This $1,500 scholarship is awarded each year to 11 scholars from Maryland, Georgia, and Texas. Application form must be submitted by April 15th, 2022. Late applications will not be accepted. Recipients will be notified by phone or mail no later than May 2nd, 2022. More Here: About Us - IntelliGenesis LLC.

March 24th, 2022, at 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Dahlgren, VA JOB FAIR- (In-Person) - Venue: University of Mary Washington-Dahlgren Campus, 4224 University Drive, King George, VA 22485. -  Use this URL link: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xGAgJ8 For more information, contact JobZone at 434-263-5102 / 540-226-1473, or Janet.Giles@JobZoneOnline.com

29th March to 26th April - Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Science for Communities Webinar Series - Free- Details are available at:  https://www.umces.edu/cbl/science-citizens

NEWS

Leadership Southern Maryland- Applications are open for LSM’s Executive Program, Class of 2023. Nominate at https://www.leadershipsomd.org/programs/nominations/

Nice/Middleton Bridge US 301 – Drivers Update - Traffic delays are possible throughout the work area. See: https://mdta.maryland.gov/NiceMiddletonBridge/Home  

Starting in March 2022, two-way traffic will operate on northbound US 301 so crews can remove the existing toll plaza. Access to the E-ZPass Maryland Customer Service Center (CSC) will be from Orland Park Road until the new bridge opens.

RESOURCES 

MD Department of Commerce | Global Assets - Maryland is a two-way gateway for international business – More here: https://open.maryland.gov/why-maryland/global-assets/

Check out TEDCO’s website for more news and events.

The Maryland SBDC is offering no-cost online training & workshops through the year 2022https://www.marylandsbdc.org

Maryland Government International Opportunities for your Business - Contact Paul Beatty at paul.beatty@maryland.gov for more information.

Maryland Manufacturing Network - A PPE Resource Home - Maryland Manufacturing Network

Tri-County Council (TCC) - Facebook: Tri-County Council's Southern Maryland Job Source 

  • TCC Business Engagement Specialist Team (B.E.S.T.) monthly Business News and Updates newsletter! Email BESTeam@tccsmd.org to request to subscribe.

Maryland Entrepreneur Hub: https://marylandentrepreneurhub.com/

MISI dreamport –Events found here: https://misi.tech/events.php

Maryland Business Pulse- Monthly snapshot of business in MD – Subscribe Here:

The Maryland Defense Cybersecurity Assistance Program (DCAP) More here: 

The Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE) Website 

DSI - Defense Strategies Institute, high level training summits and symposiums - https://dsigroup.org/  

Maryland now has an early-stage tech investment tax credit- The Maryland Innovation Investment Tax Credit is designed to attract investors for early-stage companies in the state. More here:   https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/Pages/innovation-investment.aspx

Maryland launches program to help manufacturers impacted by COVID-19- Applications are now being accepted HERE

Visit the Maryland Department of Commerce's Government Contracting webpage for a wide range of resources to support your business Here:

Exporting Assistance |The Maryland Department of Commerce and U.S. SBA - The state offers grants of up to $5,000 to MD companies looking to market internationally through the ExportMD grant program? More here: https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/programs-for-businesses/exportmd-program

Maryland Department of Commerce is recruiting aerospace and defense companies to join its delegation to FIDAE Airshow April 5-10. 2022 in Chile. - to learn more about how to join this trade mission, please contact Michael Howley at michael.howley@maryland.gov

SMC Ten Miles of Tech Handbook - Your company profile update- Deadline for submission: April 4, 2022! There is no charge for the listing.  Questions? Contact at Katherine.stormont@stmarysmd.com. Link:  https://www.yesstmarysmd.com/techbook/

OPPORTUNITY

Position: Seeking Director of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Test Site in Saint Mary’s County, Maryland. A cover letter and resume should be submitted online by April 4th, 2022, at: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/92677  -For UAS Test Site info: https://uas-test.umd.edu

Position: MATRIX, Lab Manager- Located in Saint Mary’s County, MD. They are seeking a dynamic, hands-on leader to spearhead the newly formed Maryland Autonomous Technologies Research and Innovation and eXploration (MATRIX) Lab at University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland (USMSM) Apply: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/93142

COMMUNITY NEWS & ACTIVITIES 

Historic Sotterley – https://www.sotterley.org/events/- Check out upcoming events April 12, 13, 14, 15, 2022 - 10:00am - 4:00 pm - Sotterley is hosting a series of family friendly activities for you and your kids during Spring Break week.

St. Clement’s Island Museum Events click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/667046011151943

  • March 25th at 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Celebrate Maryland day at the state’s birthplace at St. Clement’s Island Museum - FREE admission

Join Historic St. Mary's City (HSMC) on a guided walk to the standing structures on the first capital’s landscape called “Ghost Frames.  Information:  donna.bird@maryland.gov

  • Governor Larry Hogan at Maryland Day at HSMC - Saturday, March 26th at the Margaret Brent Pavilion at 1:00 p.m. Keynote speakers: David J. Collins, S.J., of Georgetown University, Silas Hurry, Emeritus Curator of HSMC. Governor Larry Hogan and volunteer Christa Conant will receive the Cross Bottony award, for their years of support to the institution. More information, Visitor Center at 240-895-4990, 800-SMC-1634, or potyen@maryland.gov

Support St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen

  • Bagged lunches: Assorted chips, Fruit snacks/cups, Pudding cups, Boxed drinks, Zip-lock baggies sandwich size.
  • Feed the Family grocery boxes: Canned tuna and chicken, Tuna Helper, Dried pinto beans, Microwavable popcorn, Flavored noodle packets, Pepperoni, Fresh apples, pears, oranges, Chunky soups, Onions.
  • Soup kitchen needs: PAM cooking spray, Real butter, Margarine tubs, Italian seasoning.

No contact donations. Deposit items in bin at front door of the soup kitchen, 20850 Langley Rd., Lexington Park, between 8:30 am and 1 pm -Mon – Sat, or drop off at TPP Office, Mon - Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm – Check payable to St. Mary’s Caring, may be mailed to P.O. Box 144 Lexington Park, MD 20653. 

Thank you for your generosity!

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