Ohio Global Aerospace & Supplier Summit

Ohio Aerospace Institute, Parallax Advanced Research, Ohio District Export Council, International Trade Administration, and JobsOhio are excited to announce the Ohio Global Aerospace & Supplier Summit, which will be held May 16-17, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. Participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the dynamic world of aerospace, connect with industry experts, and explore potential collaboration opportunities.

As Ohio plays a pivotal role in the aerospace supply chain, this event will delve into the latest advancements in commercial space, aerospace supply chains, and innovation opportunities in collaboration with NASA, the United States Air Force, and International Trade Administration. Attendees will get the chance to engage with aerospace supply chain representatives and stakeholders from some of the major players in the industry, such as Boeing, Airbus, Voyager, Starlab, Safran, Brazilian supply chain companies, and more.

Features of this event include:

May 16

• Panels on Exporting Fundamentals for Underrepresented Business Enterprises: What, Why, and How Your Firm Can Use Exporting to Grow Event

May 17

• A B2B and B2G portal, which will allow attendees to schedule one-on-one meetings with aerospace company representatives, OEMs, and overseas embassy specialists from Canada, Brazil, and Taiwan.
• An overview of microelectronics in the aerospace supply chain, discussions on future travel, and high-speed flight opportunities.

Speakers include:

• Tom Bush, Senior Director of Government Relations, Airbus
• Jim Dougherty, Advanced Technology Product Operations Manager, GE Aerospace
• Renato Sabaíne, Senior Commercial Specialist, U.S. Consulate General São Paulo, Brazil
• Wendy Sowers, Lead, Boeing Commercial Airplanes
• Peter Lengyel, President and CEO, Safran USA

This event is suitable for global aerospace stakeholders, manufacturers, business owners, contractors, government personnel, and academia.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from the experts and explore new collaboration opportunities. Register now to secure your spot at the Ohio Global Aerospace & Supplier Summit.

"The Ohio Global Aerospace & Supplier Summit is a unique opportunity for aerospace stakeholders to connect, collaborate, and innovate with industry experts and major players in the field,” said Dennis Andersh, CEO and President, Parallax Advanced Research. “We are thrilled to be part of this event and look forward to advancing the Science of Intelligent Teaming™ through valuable partnerships and breakthrough innovation."

"The global aerospace supply chain is a complex and interconnected network of suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers,” said John Sankovic, executive vice president, Parallax Advanced Research. “As the aerospace industry continues to evolve and innovate, it's crucial that we work together to address the challenges and opportunities in the supply chain. This summit provides a unique platform for stakeholders across the supply chain to come together, share knowledge, and develop strategies to strengthen the industry. By collaborating and driving innovation in the aerospace supply chain, we can ensure that the industry continues to thrive and reach new heights.

“We are pleased and excited to bring together organizations and colleagues globally for this event that will provide the opportunity for companies to network, learn, and connect with opportunities to grow their business and showcase Ohio and the larger aerospace supply chain,” said Kim Holizna, Managing Director, Global Development and Programs, Parallax Advanced Research.

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Learn more about:

• Summit Agenda
• Exporting Fundamentals for UBEs Agenda
• Speakers
• Venue & Hotel
• Sponsorships

Parallax Advanced Research is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that tackles global challenges by accelerating innovation and developing technology and solutions through strategic partnerships with government, industry, and academia across Ohio and the nation. Together with academia, Parallax accelerates innovation that leads to breakthroughs. Together with the government, Parallax tackles critical global challenges and delivers new solutions. Together with the industry, Parallax develops groundbreaking ideas and speeds them to market. Parallax now has offices in Cleveland Ohio; Beavercreek, Ohio; and Arlington, Virginia.

The Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI) is a private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation founded in 1989. It receives financial support from the Ohio Government, and it operates across Ohio, with offices in Cleveland and Dayton, Ohio. OAI is the first NASA associated collaborative institute chartered to foster relationships between universities, aerospace industries, and government organizations. It maintains strong partnerships with U.S. Federal laboratories, the State of Ohio, Ohio research universities, and the aerospace industry and leverages these partnerships to build collaborations, consortia, and public-private partnerships. OAI manages aerospace research, education, and workforce development projects valuing over $300 million. OAI is wholly affiliated with Parallax Advanced Research.