Mark your calendar!
Join us on Wednesday, October 1, for the first session in the NDIA Michigan’s Young Professional Connect (YPC) new series, Lead. This series is designed to elevate and educate the next generation of defense leaders.
Leadership consultant, author, and founder of Scarlet Communications, Jacqueline M. Baker will share practical strategies for “Managing Up”—the art of leading and influencing beyond your title or position.
Following her keynote, a panel of NDIA Michigan Chapter leaders will bring real-world insights on:
✔️ Building presence
✔️ Communicating with clarity
✔️ Leading with professionalism
Cost includes Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres, Cocktails and a Great Networking Opportunity
Agenda
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Networking Reception
6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Keynote Speaker on Leadership Elevation/ How to Manage Up Jacqueline Baker
6:45 – 7:30 p.m.
Panel Discussion
Moderator:
Jennifer Tisdale, Senior Director, Strategic Engagements, NA, Upstream Security
Marc Shepard, V.P. and General Manager – Rafael Systems Global Sustainment (RSGS)
Joseph Ataalla, President – EOH Aerospace
Haley Trantham, Manager, Government Relations, AM General (invited)
Register today! We can’t wait to see you there!
Deadline for registration is September 29th.
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When
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Where
Velocity Center
6633 18 Miler Rd.
Sterling Heights, MI
$35 per person, includes Hors d'Oeuvres and Cocktails