Chapter Champions Challenge
The NDIA Michigan Chapter is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for all of us to strengthen our chapter and be recognized nationally!
This challenge, now through September 30, is designed to ignite our efforts to drive new membership, and the Michigan Chapter is ready to lead the way! Let's expand our network and strengthen Michigan's defense ecosystem. This is a critical time for our nation’s security – the threats are real and growing. The NDIA implements policy initiatives and plays a critical role in enabling cooperation between the defense industrial base, the U.S. government, and allies and partners.
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?
Growing our membership means a stronger voice for:
- Michigan's defense industrial base
- More networking opportunities
- Enhanced resources to support our mission
HOW?
Every new member Michigan recruits until September 30th helps the Chapter compete for prestigious awards and national recognition.
- To be eligible, every new member who joins as an Individual, Corporate or Government, MUST use our assigned Referral Code, NDIAMIAward, to ensure Michigan receives credit.
- HELP US MEET OUR MISSION HERE!
MEMBER BENEFITS
- Expand your network
- Become the voice in Industry
- Become a voice to strengthen the industrial base in Michigan
- Receive the NDIA National Defense Magazine
Let's rally together! Think of colleagues, industry partners, or government counterparts who would benefit from being part of NDIA. Encourage them to join and remind them to use our referral code NDIAMI. Every new member counts!
Thank you for your continued dedication to strengthening our defense community.
Join the NDIA Michigan Membership Challenge by becoming a Chapter Champion!
Questions?
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Media Access & Highlights
Welcome to the press section for the Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering and Technology Symposium (GVSETS) 2024. We're excited to have you cover this premier event in military vehicle technology and innovation.
Event Details
Date: August 12-14, 2025
Location: Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, Michigan
What is new this year:
Press Registration
All-day Press Passes are available to local and national media.
All media representatives must register in advance.
Parking Information
Ample free parking is available at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Follow signs for "Press Parking" upon arrival.
Press Check-in
Upon arrival, please proceed to the Press Check-in Desk to collect your press credentials. You will need to present a valid government-issued photo ID and current press credentials from your media outlet. Any issues, please be certain to contact Axel Cooley at 248-574-1466.
Interview Requests
To schedule interviews with speakers or NDIA officials, please contact Axel Cooley via email or cell phone. We recommend submitting requests at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.
Press Room
A fully equipped press room will be available throughout the event. The room includes workstations and Wi-Fi.
Media Resources
Download High-Resolution NDIA Logo (PNG)
Download Event Press Release (PDF)
Download Speaker Bios and High-Resolution Photos (ZIP)
Key Speakers
Click here for a list of speakers, bios and headshots
Press Release
Click here to view full press release
Click here to view press release for Innovative Autonomous Rescue Vehicle Unveiling
Exhibitor's Press Releases
Social Media
Follow and use the official event hashtag: #GVSETS
Follow NDIA here: LinkedIn
About NDIA Michigan Chapter
The Michigan Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a prominent advocate and forum for the defense and technology industrial base. Established in 1944, the Chapter has played a pivotal role in shaping defense technology and policy for over 80 years. With a membership of approximately 1,900 individuals from government, military, and industry sectors, NDIA Michigan is dedicated to supporting our armed forces, local and federal government, and corporate entities enhancing national defense capabilities.
NDIA Michigan Chapter champions the advancement of cutting-edge defense technologies and serves as a crucial nexus for dialogue between industry leaders and government decision-makers. The Chapter is actively engaged in diverse initiatives that bolster our warfighters and patriotic citizens.
For more information about NDIA Michigan Chapter and its initiatives, please visit: www.ndia-mi.org.
Media Policies
All general sessions and exhibits are open to the press unless otherwise noted.
Photography and video recording are permitted in public areas and general sessions. Please respect any restrictions in specific areas. For live broadcasting or streaming, please contact Axel Cooley for approval and coordination.
Accommodations
A list of recommended hotels near the venue is available here. Please mention GVSETS when booking for potential discounted rates.
Questions?
If you have any questions not addressed here, please don't hesitate to contact our press team. We look forward to your coverage of the 17th Annual GVSETS!
Contact
For Press Passes and all press inquiries, interview requests, and on-site assistance, please contact:
Axel Cooley
Media Relations Coordinator, GVSETS
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Cell: (248) 574-1466
NDIA Army Contracting Command (ACC) Industry Day
Presented By
Agrenda
| 1:00pm | Welcome & Introduction | NDIA-MI |
| 1:10pm | Detroit Arsenal Overview | Detroit Arsenal |
| 1:20pm | Army Contracting Command | ACC-DTA
|
| 2:20pm | Break |
| 2:30pm | APEX Accelerators | Kelsey Rhoda |
| 2:50pm | DLA | Warren | Carlo Daleo |
| 3:20pm | Office of Small Business Programs | Mike Bradley |
| 3:50pm | Wrap Up | NDIA-MI / ACC-DTA |
| 4:00pm | Networking Reception | NDIA-MI |
Hosted By
When
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
1:00 - 5:00pm
Where
ADAC Automotive
5690 Eagle Dr SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Price
Free (Pre-registration required)
To register for this event, click Here or scan the QR code.
68th Annual Michigan R.O.T.C. Awards Banquet
Event Sponsor $1,500
- Your company name printed in the program booklet as an event sponsor
- Company logo prominently displayed at the banquet
- Podium recognition of your company as an Event Sponsor
- Award presentation in your company’s name
- Award certificate shows your company name
- Names of your company’s two presenters listed in the program booklet
- Dedicated table with your company name displayed on the table
- Four seats available to your company
- The banquet committee will place VIPs and/or cadet award winners and family members at the remaining seats.
- Mention of your company’s sponsorship prominently in the media presentation
Award Sponsor $1,000
- Your company name printed in the program booklet as an award sponsor
- Award presentation in your company’s name
- Podium recognition of your company as an Award Sponsor
- Award certificate shows your company name
- Names of your company’s two presenters listed in the program booklet
- Dedicated table with your company name displayed on the table
- Four seats available to your company
- The banquet committee will place cadet award winners and family members at the remaining seats.
Table Sponsor $500
- Your company name mentioned in the program as a Table Sponsor
- Podium recognition of your company as a Table Sponsor
- Dedicated table with your company name displayed on the table
- Four seats available to your company
- The banquet committee may place cadet award winners and family members at the remaining seats.
Contributing Sponsor $250
- Your company name mentioned in the program as a Contributing Sponsor
- Podium recognition of your company as a Contributing Sponsor
- Two seats available to your company
For additional information or questions, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Defense Policy
On Thursday (January 11, 2024), the Department of Defense (DoD) released its inaugural National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS), which can be found HERE. In response, NDIA put out the following press statement from CEO David Norquist, which expresses our appreciation for the focus DoD is placing on U.S. DIB resiliency and expresses our intention to focus on ensuring the strategy is adequately resourced and that the implementation plan, including any classified annex, is done in collaboration with industry:
ARLINGTON, VA – NDIA strongly supports the increased attention the Department of Defense (DoD) is placing on restoring a strong U.S. defense industrial base (DIB) through its inaugural National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS). The U.S. DIB is a major contributor to our economic and national security and supports our warfighters, allies, and partners. To ensure the future health and resiliency of the DIB, DoD will need to balance the unique role played by traditional companies in fulfilling the nation’s warfighting needs while simultaneously working to integrate non-traditional companies more effectively. NDIA is proud to be the voice of businesses of all sizes and sectors of the defense ecosystem and will continue to work with DoD to ensure the strategy is implemented in partnership with industry and adequately resourced.
In addition, OSD confirmed with NDIA Assistant Secretary Taylor-Kale joined the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) for a webcast to discuss the new strategy. The webcast can be viewed here. OSD has also shared it intends to bring in trade association representatives in the January/February timeframe to discuss the implementation plan. Due to the importance of this strategy to our members, we anticipate its implementation will remain an active priority for NDIA’s Strategy and Policy team in 2024. To that end, NDIA will be releasing a summary of the strategy highlighting its impacts for industry soon.