Summary
This agenda is for the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Industry Day, scheduled for July 17, 2025, at the UVA Darden School Executive Education in Arlington, VA.
The agenda outlines a series of presentations and discussions aimed at engaging industry stakeholders in the maritime sector. The event begins with a check-in and networking session, followed by a keynote address from Mr. Matthew Sermon, the Direct Report Program Manager for MIB, who will provide an overview of the current state of the MIB.
Key topics include:
- Public-private partnerships presented by Mr. Ryan Daniels
- Opportunities for industry engagement led by Mr. Chris Covalt
- Insights into MIB's communication strategy from Capt. Doss and Ms. Heather Kline
- National workforce development initiatives discussed by Ms. Erica Logan
- Supply chain market spaces covered by Ms. Thais Canedo
- Tailored advanced manufacturing solutions presented by Ms. Larissa Smith
The agenda concludes with an acquisition announcement by Mr. Matthew Craft, followed by a Q&A session.
Attendees will have opportunities for one-on-one breakout sessions scheduled later in the day to foster deeper discussions and networking within the maritime industrial community.