GICA 2024 Autumn Conference

Innovate to Elevate: Shaping the future through Industrial Cooperation

Nov 18 - Nov 20, 2024

301 E North Water Street Chicago, IL 60611

*Online Registration for the GICA 2024 Autumn Conference is now closed. We will still be accepting registrations on site. Follow our Linkedin for live conference updates!

Hotel Venue: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Schedule at a Glance:

*Industry Training is an add-on program for an additional fee – see below for more information.

*Please note that the GICA room block has closed.

Are you a government official? Email info@gica.org for information on our exclusive Government Knowledge Sharing Session!

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+One Program:

“GICA is proud to provide a +One Program in Chicago for the guests of GICA 2024 Autumn Conference attendees. All +One attendees will be invited the attend the evening receptions and closing dinner, however those who select the all-inclusive ticket will also enjoy exclusive access to curated daytime activities, including a visit to one of Chicago’s renowned Contemporary Art museums, a guided food tour showcasing the city’s iconic culinary delights, and more! Click here to view the full program. Space is limited, so register your +One today!”

Denean Tomlin

Head of ITB/VP (Offsets)

Presentation details to be announced soon

Jonata Anicetti

Head of Research

CTO’s New Central & Eastern European Industrial Cooperation Research

Jorge Aguilera and Dean Vlahopoulos

Weapons Systems Policy Analyst /
Principal Deputy General Counsel

Fireside Chat on "Offsets in FMS - U.S. Government Role"

Panel Discussion

Defence Industrial Strategy versus Industrial Participation Policy – How are industrial participation opportunities impacted?

Mark Abdollahian

Chief Executive Officer

Adapting to a New Era: Strategy and Industrial Cooperation in the Age of AI

Eleonora Miccolis

Senior ITB Advisor

CED-Q’s Role in Implementing the ITB Policy

Abdullah Al-Abri

Director General of Partnership & Privatization Unit

The Partnership for Development (PFD) Programme

Keith Webster

President Defense and Aerospace Council

Transatlantic Industrial Cooperation in a Time of Crisis

Kevin Dent and Gregory Golden

Senior Consultant /
Assistant General Counsel, International Transactions

Addressing Common Challenges faced by Defense Contractors in Offset Projects

Alison Petchell

Minister-Counsellor Defence Materiel

Presentation details to be announced soon

Abdullah Hassan Al Khater

Chief Executive Officer

Global Supply Chains and the Future of Warfare: Turning Challenges into Strategic Investment Opportunities

Inigo Guevara

Managing Director

Catching up on Global Defense Innovation: How Countries around the world are coping to respond to emerging defense needs

Dr. Sharoul Jambari

CEO

ICP Policy Update - Developing the industry eco-system through Technology Transfer & Innovation

José Neves

President of the Board

Presentation details to be announced.

Erick Rodrigues

Captain

Relevant Aspects of the Brazilian Compensation Policy for Foreign Companies Offering Offsets

Simon Hufschmid

Offset Manager

Enhancing Swiss Offset: Strengthening Domestic Capabilities for National Security

Accessing GICA Member Rate Tickets

If you are a GICA member, your primary contact will have received an access code to view the member-rate conference tickets. If you do not have this code and believe that you should be receiving this discount, please email info@gica.org for your access code. Enter this code under the “Enter access code or discount code” field below to see your member rate ticket option.

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Industry Training Information

Join us for GICA’s in-person training in Chicago, where we’ll dive deep into key topics for industrial cooperation professionals! Whether you’re looking to enhance your understanding of financial overviews, supply chain management, or project valuation, we’ve got you covered. Our training will also cover:

The 10 hurdles of offset/industrial cooperation program management
Strategic insights on where to place an industrial cooperation department within your organization
Plus, a hands-on simulation exercise focused on a real-world case in Canada

If you need a refresher or an introduction to Industrial Cooperation 101 before the in-person training, all registered conference attendees are invited to join us for a free webinar to get up to speed!

GICA 2024 Autumn Conference

Innovate to Elevate: Shaping the future through Industrial Cooperation

*Online Registration for the GICA 2024 Autumn Conference is now closed. We will still be accepting registrations on site. Follow our Linkedin for live conference updates!

Hotel Venue: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Schedule at a Glance:

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