Media Access & Highlights

Welcome to the press section for the Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering and Technology Symposium (GVSETS) 2024. We're excited to have you cover this premier event in military vehicle technology and innovation.

Event Details

Date: August 13-15, 2024

Location: Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, Michigan

Theme: "Digitizing the Army to Enable Formations Today and Tomorrow"

What is new this year:

Press Registration

All-day Press Passes are available to local and national media.

All media representatives must register in advance.

Parking Information

Ample free parking is available at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Follow signs for "Press Parking" upon arrival.

Press Check-in

Upon arrival, please proceed to the Press Check-in Desk to collect your press credentials. You will need to present a valid government-issued photo ID and current press credentials from your media outlet. Any issues, please be certain to contact Axel Cooley at 248-574-1466.

Interview Requests

To schedule interviews with speakers or NDIA officials, please contact Axel Cooley via email or cell phone. We recommend submitting requests at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.

Press Room

A fully equipped press room will be available throughout the event. The room includes workstations and Wi-Fi.

Media Resources

Download High-Resolution NDIA Logo (PNG)

Download Event Press Release (PDF)

Download Speaker Bios and High-Resolution Photos (ZIP)

Key Speakers

Click here for a list of speakers, bios and headshots

Event Highlights
  • Warfighter Panel
  • Digital Engineering Panel
  • Detroit Arsenal Leadership (DTA) Panel
  • Congressional Panel
  • Army Contracting Command DTA Panel
  • PEOs Modernization Panel
  • Technical Session Topics
  • Autonomy, Artificial Intelligence, & Robotics
  • Digital Engineering / Systems Engineering
  • Modeling, Simulation, Prototyping, and Validation
  • Modular Open Systems Approach
  • Power & Mobility
  • Lab to Logistics
Press Release

Click here to view full press release

Click here to view press release for Innovative Autonomous Rescue Vehicle Unveiling

Exhibitor's Press Releases

Vanguard XXI

Social Media

Follow and use the official event hashtag: #GVSETS

Follow NDIA here: LinkedIn

About NDIA Michigan Chapter

The Michigan Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a prominent advocate and forum for the defense and technology industrial base. Established in 1944, the Chapter has played a pivotal role in shaping defense technology and policy for over 80 years. With a membership of approximately 1,900 individuals from government, military, and industry sectors, NDIA Michigan is dedicated to supporting our armed forces, local and federal government, and corporate entities enhancing national defense capabilities.

NDIA Michigan Chapter champions the advancement of cutting-edge defense technologies and serves as a crucial nexus for dialogue between industry leaders and government decision-makers. The Chapter is actively engaged in diverse initiatives that bolster our warfighters and patriotic citizens.

For more information about NDIA Michigan Chapter and its initiatives, please visit: www.ndia-mi.org.

Media Policies

All general sessions and exhibits are open to the press unless otherwise noted.

Photography and video recording are permitted in public areas and general sessions. Please respect any restrictions in specific areas. For live broadcasting or streaming, please contact Axel Cooley for approval and coordination.

Accommodations

A list of recommended hotels near the venue is available here. Please mention GVSETS when booking for potential discounted rates.

Questions?

If you have any questions not addressed here, please don't hesitate to contact our press team. We look forward to your coverage of the 16th Annual GVSETS!

Contact

For Press Passes and all press inquiries, interview requests, and on-site assistance, please contact:

Axel Cooley

Media Relations Coordinator, GVSETS

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Cell: (248) 574-1466