Montana - Headwaters Tech Hub Spinoff Event
A two-day Select USA spin-off event in Montana, focusing on smart, autonomous, photonics, and remote-sensing technologies.
Location
Bozeman
Bozeman Bozeman, MTAbout this event
- 1 day 10 hours
Expand your horizons of US opportunity –beyond the beltway. Come learn why knowledge-based industries of all kinds are thriving in Montana –home to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and one of the most majestic places on earth. From photonics and quantum technologies to biopharma, SaaS and more, Montana is indeed Innovative by Nature. This two-day event will welcome you to Bozeman and Missoula, Montana, leaving room for a one day excursion to experience our inspirational state first-hand before returning to Washington, DC.
The Montana-based Headwaters Regional Technology and Innovation Hub focuses on smart, autonomous, photonic remote sensing technologies. This Tech Hub leverages regional assets—including one of the highest concentrations of photonics and optics firms in the U.S. and its diverse geographic landscape—to integrate remote sensing systems with advances in embedded processors with built-in artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. In doing so, western Montana seeks to develop and deploy smart photonic sensing systems coupled with autonomous systems to address critical defense, resource management, and disaster prevention needs.
Please note that information submittal through this page is limited to prospective foreign investors participating in the 2024 Select Usa Investment Summit. This form is an application to attend. Confirmation of registration will be provided in a separate approval email. If you have further questions regarding registration, or would like to discuss sponsorship opportunities for this event, please contact brigitta@mwtc.org.
DRAFT AGENDA*
Montana - Headwaters Tech Hub Select USA Spinoff Event
Montana is Innovative by Nature
JUNE 19TH | Day 1 - Bozeman, Montana
Afternoon | Montana’s Tech Hub at the Intersection of Natural Disaster Mitigation & Autonomous Systems
Welcoming remarks by Tech Hub Director Tim VanReken, Montana Department of Commerce Director Paul Green, University of Montana, and others. An overview of the benefits of doing business in Montana as well as key areas of Headwaters Tech Hub focus (autonomous systems, photonics, remote sensing, disaster mitigation and prevention, defense), workforce discussion, and introduction to various stakeholders.
Evening | Reception with Montana Governor Greg Gianforte
Join our Montana Chamber of Commerce friends and Governor Gianforte for the opening reception of the Big Sky, Bright Future Summit.
JUNE 20TH | Day 2 - Bozeman
Morning | Drill Down on Montana Photonics, Optics & Quantum & Site Visits
From wildland firefighting and disaster mitigation to empowering your workforce, remote sensing technologies are embedded across industries and applications. Bozeman Mayor Terry Cunnigham will kick things off followed by presentations provided by Montana State University and Montana Chamber of Commerce. Opportunities to see select technologies in action during Montana Innovation Campus visit and Vision Aerial site tour.
Afternoon | Lunch & Lab Tours
Mingle with speakers, researchers and industry contacts in the remote sensing, photonics, optics and quantum space at a lunch hosted by Montana State University of Montana Photonics & Quantum Alliance followed by tours of the Montana Microfabrication Facility, Optec, and a discussion of the future of photonics, optics, and quantum innovation in Montana at Museum of the Rockies.
Evening | Reception
Gather once more with the people who can help you to get your business up and running and to the point of profitability as quickly as possible in Montana, private sector firms, and other stakeholders who can help to answer questions about Montana’s industry-specific business case.
JUNE 21ST | Day 3 (Optional)
Head out on your own to gain a first-hand understanding of why Montana generates, attracts and keeps best-in-class talent who are inspired every day by our vibrant small cities and abundant and immediate access to the most inspirational places on earth. Suggested activities include fly-fishing, hiking, rafting, or day tour of Yellowstone National Park. Event organizers can provide information for third-party vendors.
*Agenda locations, speakers, and sites are subject to change.
**Invited
Please visit www.mwtc.org/foreign-direct-investment/ to view one-page briefs and videos showcasing Montana’s industry-specific business case and Choose Montana (www.choosemontana.com) for information regarding workforce, tax structure and more.
Two-day programming free of charge. Participants will need to cover their all of their own travel expenses.
HOTEL ROOM BLOCKS:
Missoula
AC Marriott - $269/night
Book before May 18th
Bozeman
Residence Inn - $324/night
Book before May 20th
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