Microelectronics Forum

August 15, 2024 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Innovare Advancement Center
Griffiss Institute
592 Hangar Rd
Rome, NY 13441

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Join us at the 2024 Microelectronics Forum, organized by Upstate Defense—a collaboration between NYSTAR, FuzeHub, CenterState CEO, the Griffiss Institute, Syracuse University, and funded by the DoD Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation. This forum is a prime opportunity for networking, gaining industry insights, and exploring growth opportunities.

Why Attend?

Supply chain disruptions, global microchip shortages, and abrupt shifts in demand have highlighted the critical need for domestic microelectronics manufacturing. New York State is leading the charge with major players like GlobalFoundries, Wolfspeed, and Micron establishing cutting-edge facilities here. However, the industry thrives on local activities and collaboration.

What to Expect

Attendees will have the chance to:

• Network with Industry Leaders: Connect with key players in the microelectronics industry.

• Gain Insights: Hear from experts about the latest trends and challenges in the field.

• Learn About Entrepreneurial Initiatives: Discover programs and initiatives that support innovation, workforce and supply chain industry sectors.

• Navigate the Federal Procurement Process: Get practical advice on how to engage with federal procurement opportunities.

• Explore Funding Opportunities: Learn about current funding sources and how to access them.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of microelectronics in New York State. Register now to secure your spot and take advantage of all the valuable resources and connections this event has to offer!

Event Agenda

7:45 AM – 8:30 AM

Breakfast & Registration

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Welcome
Robert Simpson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Centerstate CEO

Keynote
Hiwot Gebremariam, Program Activity Lead for the Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program, Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation

Panel Discussion
Jennifer Waters, Senior Director of Industry Development, Strategic Business Development, Empire State Development

Joseph Nehme, Sr. Manager External Affairs, Micron Technology

Satyavolu Papa Rao, Vice President for Research at NY CREATES

9:30 am – 10:00 am

Break

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Workforce Discussion

Aimee Durfee, VP of Workforce Innovation, CenterState CEO

Mike Bianchi, Senior Director, Education and Career Training, D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), Syracuse University

Tim Thomas, Chief Academic Officer, Griffiss Institute

Mike Frame, Executive VP, MACNY

10:45 am – 11:30 am

Supply Chain Discussion

Ben Weinberg, Engineering Solutions Specialist, FuzeHub

David Rooney, Principal, DMR Group

James D’Agostino, MEP Center Director, TDO

Don Lynch, Senior Project Manager, TDO

11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Innovation Discussion

Craig Marcinkoswki, Director of Strategy Saab USA

John Liddy, Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, CenterState CEO

Kaylon Paterson, CEO, Paterson Aerospace Systems

Herb Dwyer, CEO, Empeq

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Lunch

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Tours of Quantum Laboratories

Special Highlights

HUSTLE Demo Day

Immediately following the forum, watch teams from the HUSTLE Defense Accelerator compete in the Griffiss Institute’s Demo Day for a chance to win prizes and scale their ventures.