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Adam Tarsi, International Program Manager at the Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate (IWTSD), joined the CET Sandbox to shed light on one of the most dynamic and operator-focused programs in the U.S. defense ecosystem. With a long-standing partnership with Israel, IWTSD stands out for its speed, pragmatism, and deep integration with both U.S. and allied national security stakeholders.

Eric Berdy, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and Chair of the National Security Practice at Michael Best, brings decades of experience at the intersection of military operations, legislative affairs, and national security strategy. In a recent CET Sandbox conversation, he shared candid insights on how startups–particularly those from allied nations like Israel–can engage with the U.S. defense ecosystem and avoid common pitfalls.

Sarah Pearson, Commercial Engagement Director at the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), joined the CET Sandbox to offer a behind-the-scenes look at how DIU bridges commercial innovation ... Read more

In a CET Sandbox fireside chat, Kurt Sharer, Managing Director at C5 Capital, shared an inside view of investing in defense and dual-use technologies. From his early career in the ... Read more

In a CET Sandbox session, Andrew Pahutsky–Vice President at Systems Planning and Analysis (SPA) and a former DoD official with deep experience in Navy, Space, and Joint program offices–offered grounded ... Read more

In a wide-ranging CET Sandbox session, Heather Richman–founder of the Defense Investor Network (DIN)–shared candid insights from two decades at the intersection of Washington, Silicon Valley, and the U.S. national ... Read more