National Spectrum Consortium

Spectrum demand shows no signs of dwindling – that’s why a shared approach is necessary. NSC’s chief program officer Mari Silbey spoke with Armada International to explain NSC’s role in R&D and establishing different spectrum sharing solutions with federal partners. Read more ⤵️  https://lnkd.in/eXRtpndJ

Funding for R&D isn’t a gift to academia; it’s a crucial investment for the United States’ “innovation future, economic and geopolitical competitiveness, and national security.” Read more from Sen. Todd Young and Matt Pottinger in The Washington Post: https://lnkd.in/eHXjteVg

One month away! 📅 We’re excited to share our first panel at Apex Defense on April 23-24, where we’ll gather experts to discuss coexistence solutions to operate in contested and congested spectrum. Hear from: 🔹 Mari Silbey, Chief Program Officer, National Spectrum Consortium 🔹 Thomas Rondeau, Principal Director for FutureG & 5G, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering 🔹 Andrew Portune, Senior Research Scientist, Wireless Networks, Peraton Labs 🔹 Kamran Mahbobi, Managing Director, MaXentric Technologies NSC members can register for Apex Defense at a discounted rate using the code sent via email. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eSzcrQW6 Before the conference, remember to join NSC for an All-Member Meeting on April 22! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eRqeiBwU

NSC chairman Salvador D'Itri joined FedInsider.com's #FedsAtTheEdge podcast to discuss the federal government's role in spectrum management and opportunities for innovation through spectrum sharing. Check it out!

Join us! NSC will host an All-Member Meeting on April 22 in National Harbor, MD. We’re excited to see everyone to share updates on our multi-stakeholder forum, ongoing RPPs, member news, networking opportunities, and more. Following the All-Member Meeting, we invite you to join us at Apex Defense on April 23 and 24. NSC members can register at a discounted rate using the code sent via email. 📌 Register here for the All-Member Meeting: https://lnkd.in/eRqeiBwU 📌 Register here for Apex Defense: https://lnkd.in/eSzcrQW6

📡 Operating in Contested and Congested Spectrum In the race to leverage spectrum for greater military advantage, the DoD must contend with competing mission requirements, commercial interests, and enemy wireless activity. Join us at Apex Defense for what’s going to be a brilliant discussion with Mari Silbey (Chief Program Officer, National Spectrum Consortium) moderating a conversation with Thomas Rondeau (Principal Director for FutureG & 5G, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering), Andrew Portune (Senior Research Scientist, Wireless Networks, Peraton Labs), and Kamran Mahbobi (Managing Director, MaXentric Technologies). 👀 View latest agenda: https://lnkd.in/eT8nPfUe Topics to be covered include: 🔹 Prototype deployments of spectrum-sharing systems 🔹 Dual-use mobile technologies for military and commercial synergy 🔹 Cutting-edge wireless projects tackling contested environments 📖 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dfT_CC49

Congratulations to NSC member AiRANACULUS for winning the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) - Air Force Research Laboratory RF Spectrum Sharing Challenge! 👏

Join the conversation 💬 NSC is excited to partner with Apex Defense April 23-24 and co-host our All Member Meeting on April 22 in National Harbor, MD. Our collaboration will allow members to showcase their spectrum technology solutions to a wide range of defense and government partners. Plus, a discount code for the full conference will be available to NSC members via email. Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSzcrQW6

We are thrilled to announce some of our incredible speakers for Apex Defense 2025 - Where Defense Meets Innovation - happening on April 23-24, 2025, at National Harbor, MD. Our lineup includes top experts from across the ecosystem, bringing together industry leaders, operators, acquisition specialists, program managers, innovators, investors and new and emerging technology providers to help address urgent operational needs with near-term solutions. Margie Palmieri, Michael J. Frank, Brandon Tseng, Melissa Johnson, Liz Young McNally, Amy Henninger, Robert Harper, Amanda Bullock, Joel Uzarski, Bryon Kroger, Derrick D., Thomas Rondeau, Nikos Loutas, John R., Enrique Oti, Lindsey Sheppard 👉 View the growing roster here: https://lnkd.in/eT8nPfUe 💡 We can't wait to see the innovative ideas and collaborations that will emerge from the Apex ecosystem. Other organizations joining the conversation: Aerospace Industries Association Air Force Research Laboratory Army Applications Laboratory Arctic Horizons Inc. AT&T Carmenta Electro-Metrics Antennas Army Futures Command GuRu Wireless HCI ENERGY jHub Defence National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) National Spectrum Consortium NATO Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment Ploughshare Purdue Applied Research Institute LLC Rapta, Inc. SAIF Autonomy Scout Ventures Venrock Vannevar Labs WhiteFox Defense Technologies, Inc. 👉 Participate: https://lnkd.in/ehaRXmKF

"Industry Collaboration for DoD Mission Success" A must-attend 2025 5G Summit panel for professionals in government contracting, defense, and technology, exploring how public-private partnerships are accelerating DoD innovation. 💡 Gain insights from top industry leaders: 🔹 Brian Kassa (Moderator) – VP, Mission Critical Systems, Ericsson Federal Technologies Group 🔹 Jennifer Congdon – Principal, Booz Allen Hamilton 🔹 Charles Cooper – Associate Administrator, Office of Spectrum Management National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) 🔹 Joe Kochan – CEO & Executive Director, National Spectrum Consortium 🔹 Eric Makara – Section Head, U.S. Naval Research Laboratory Panel Focus: The convergence of Cloud, AI, and 5G is transforming DoD missions—from AI-driven targeting and real-time logistics to secure battlefield connectivity. A high-performance 5G network is the backbone of this revolution, linking devices in the field to AI-powered cloud systems. Key Discussion Points: ✅ Cloud, AI & 5G for Mission Readiness – How are these technologies revolutionizing defense? ✅ New Collaboration Models – How industry & government can accelerate innovation. ✅ The Future of Defense Tech – What’s next for AI, Cloud, and 5G in military operations? The urgency is clear. Industry is evolving. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of defense technology and collaboration. 🔗 Secure your spot now! https://lnkd.in/eK2vbEZu Sponsored by: Ericsson Federal Technologies Group Technologies #DoD #GovCon #DefenseInnovation