Program Briefs
68th Annual Michigan R.O.T.C. Awards Banquet
The Michigan ROTC Awards Banquet is one of our Chapter’s signature events which provides our defense community an opportunity to recognize the academic and leadership accomplishments of approximately 90 cadets and midshipmen enrolled in Michigan ROTC programs.
The evening offers a unique occasion for industry to recognize and demonstrate our support to the young men and women within the State of Michigan who will rely on our equipment and services for success in the future as they take on obligations as officers in our Armed Services.
2025 KEYNOTE SPEAKER
TICKETS
$85 per person.
For parents or other family members of Cadets/Midshipmen: $65 per person.
For additional information or questions, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
When
April 5, 2025
Where
Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac
3600 Centerpoint Pkwy
Pontiac, MI 48341
Agenda
Menu Options
- Braised Boneless Short Rib (Gluten Free)
- Herb Roasted Chicken Breast with Marsala Garlic (Gluten Free)
- Vegan Cauliflower Linguine (Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegetarian)
2025 Sponsors
Event Sponsors
Award Sponsors
Table Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
Membership Networking Social
“Let the Socializing Begin!”
This event is open to members and their guest, volunteers who helped achieve the NDIA mission throughout the year and to those who may have an interest in joining the NDIA.
THIS EVENT IS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO NETWORK AND SOCIALIZE WITH YOUR FELLOW NDIA COLLEAGUES.
Included in the NDIA Membership Networking Social:
- Strolling buffet with heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Premium adult beverages
- Guest speakers from the local defense community
- Visit and experience the first major expansion in over 90 years- 400,000 square foot visitor center
- A new exhibition gallery telling the Ford Family Story
- Breathtaking views of Ford Cove
- And endless networking opportunities
In addition to the Membership Networking Social, Guests have an optional opportunity to tour the Ford Estate prior to Social festivities.
For more information, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
When
May 30, 2024 5:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
Where
Ford House - Edsel & Eleanor
1100 Lakeshore Rd.
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
48236
Agenda
Cost
Government:
$35
Industry:
$40
Registration
Deliberate Transformation of Ground Systems
The NDIA Michigan Chapter presents the 17th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update! GVSETS provides the opportunity for the Ground Systems community to network and share technical research and innovations while discussing capability gaps and modernization needs. With global threats becoming more aggressive and complex, our nation must implement solutions to ensure our Warfighters have the right tools and solutions for current and future conflicts.
To start, scientists and engineers from government, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the GVSETS Technical Sessions. The Technical Sessions are executed in conjunction with the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD), with paper publication support delivered by SAE Government Technologies.
DAILY SCHEDULE
Tuesday, August 12
Technical Sessions
Wednesday, August 13
GVSETS Main Session
Thursday, August 14
Modernization Update
2025 Technical Session Topics
- Autonomy, Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (AAIR)
- Digital Engineering / Systems Engineering (DE/SE)
- Modeling, Simulation, Prototyping, and Validation (MSPV)
- Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)
- Power & Mobility (P&M)
- Open Session, including but not exclusive to:
- Advanced Computing Technologies
- Biomanufacturing
- Contested Logistics
- Generative Artificial Intelligence
- Predictive and Preventative Maintenance
Important Dates to Remember:
- March 11, 2025 – Draft paper due*
- May 2, 2025 – Notification of acceptance
- June 3, 2025 - Final paper due*
- July 16, 2025 - Final presentation due*
- August 12, 2025 - Paper Presentation
* This timetable does not include time for OPSEC review which is required by all government authored/funded papers. Please allow a minimum of 10 business days for OPSEC process PRIOR to submission dates..
ALL ATTENDING PAPER AUTHORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN REGISTRATION FEE.
KEEP IN MIND, GOVERNMENT ATTENDEES ARE FREE.
For more information about GVSETS & Modernization Update, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
When
August 12-14, 2025
Where
Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave
Novi, MI 48374
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