Agenda
AUVSI Novus Unmanned, powered by the Investorfest Venture Acceleration Program, will bring together premier innovators and investors from the world of autonomous and unmanned technology and systems.
| Time |
Event |
| 8:00 AM |
Registration Open |
| 9:00 – 9:15 AM |
Welcome + Opening Remarks |
| 9:15 – 10:30 AM |
Opening Panel: Unmanned Systems—What’s Hot, What’s Not
- What is the current funding situation and how it is likely to change over the next 12 months
- Where segments are getting the attention and investments
- What are the major issues facing startups today
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| 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM |
Panel Two: Regulations & Policy Accelerating Innovation
- Explore a range of topics focusing on legal, administrative and regulatory challenges governing and accelerating the growth of innovation and startups in the unmanned space
|
| 12:00 – 1:30 PM |
Luncheon Keynote
- The future of unmanned technologies and systems—a leader’s perspective
|
| 1:30 – 6:00 PM |
Startup Presentations
- Selected startups will present to a panel of premier investors using the proprietary format developed by Investorfest Accelerator. Each presenting company will have 15 minutes to pitch for a chance to receive funding as well as win a grand prize comprised of cash and services.
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| 6:00 – 7:30 PM |
Reception + Fireside Chat (closing keynote) |
Program is subject to change; stay tuned for developments and speaker announcements.