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ODIA Defense Briefing - Oklahoma's Research Edge: A Fireside Chat on Partnerships and Commercialization

ODIA Defense Briefing - Oklahoma's Research Edge: A Fireside Chat on Partnerships and Commercialization

Monday, July 13, 2026 (3:00 PM - 6:30 PM) (CDT)

Description

Oklahoma's research universities are generating technologies, capabilities, and innovations with direct applications for defense and national security, and they are actively looking for industry partners to help bring them to market. But for many companies, knowing how to engage, where to start, and how to navigate the path from discovery to deployment is not always clear. 

That is exactly what this conversation is designed to change. 

Join the Oklahoma Defense Industry Association for an intimate fireside chat featuring Vice Presidents for Research from Oklahoma's leading research institutions. In a candid, conversational format with time for audience engagement, these research leaders will pull back the curtain on how industry, government, and community partners can effectively engage their institutions, from sponsored research agreements and technology transfer to commercialization pathways and collaborative innovation.

This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people who can open the door and learn exactly how to walk through it.

This event is designed for:
  • Defense prime contractors and subcontractors seeking university research partnerships
  • Small businesses exploring SBIR/STTR alignment and co-development opportunities
  • Government and military partners interested in translating research into real-world capability
  • Entrepreneurs and innovators looking to commercialize university-developed technology
Don't miss this chance to discover Oklahoma's research advantage and put it to work for your organization.

SPEAKER DETAILS




Dr. Matt Hulver
Vice President for Research and Partnerships
The University of Oklahoma




Dr. Kenneth Sewell
Vice President for Research
Oklahoma State University





Dr. Ryan Saylor
Associate Vice President for Research and Economic Development
The University of Tulsa

Pricing

ODIA Members: $20 per person

Active Military/Reserve/Student: $25 per person

Non-Members: $40 per person

Sponsor opportunities are available.

Sponsor Levels
Presenting Sponsor - $8,000 (16 tickets)
Gold Sponsor - $5,000 (12 tickets)
Silver Sponsor - $2,500 (8 tickets)
Bronze Sponsor - $1,500 (6 tickets)
Supporting Sponsor - $500 (2 tickets)

Innovation Hall
316 NE 9th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73104 United States
Event Contact
Allyson Carson
(405) 406-2104
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Monday, July 13, 2026 (3:00 PM - 6:30 PM) (CDT)
3:00 - 3:45 pm - Networking 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Discussion 5:00 - 6:30 pm - Networking Reception Business Casual/Business Attire
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