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The Central Florida Tech Grove is a hub for accelerating collaboration and innovation in defense modeling, simulation, training, and human performance.

 Orlando, FL
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Joined August 2022
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❄️ Winter Closure Announcement Central Florida Tech Grove will be closed December 21 – January 1 for winter break. Thank you to our incredible community of innovators and partners for a great year! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on January 4, 2027! 🚀 #TechGrove
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🍂 Fall Closure Announcement Central Florida Tech Grove will be closed November 23–27 for a scheduled fall break. We appreciate our community of innovators and partners and look forward to welcoming everyone back on November 30! #TechGrove #CentralFlorida
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Have questions about your I/ITSEC? Bring them to the experts! 🙋‍♀️ I/ITSEC Insider: Your Game Plan for 2026 is your chance to get real answers before the show. 📅 Thursday, Nov 12, 2:00–5:30 PM 📍 Central Florida Tech Grove Register 👉 survey.zohopublic.com
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🚀 Join the Inaugural I/ITSEC AI Hackathon at I/ITSEC 2026! Use modern AI tools to tackle a real NAWCTSD defense-tech challenge and compete for recognition. 📅 Nov. 30–Dec. 3, 2026 📍Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL 💻 Free to participate | Limited to 10 teams Register here: https://www.simpletix.com/e/inaugural-i-itsec-ai-hackathon-tickets-300208

ALT 🚀 Join the Inaugural I/ITSEC AI Hackathon at I/ITSEC 2026! Use modern AI tools to tackle a real NAWCTSD defense-tech challenge and compete for recognition. 📅 Nov. 30–Dec. 3, 2026 📍Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL 💻 Free to participate | Limited to 10 teams Register here: https://www.simpletix.com/e/inaugural-i-itsec-ai-hackathon-tickets-300208

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Only 4 days left to submit for the Advanced Acquisition Documentation Analysis Prize Challenge. Submit your solution by November 10, 2026. Learn more: https://centralfloridatechgrove.org/advanced-acquisition-documentation-analysis-prize-challenge/

ALT Only 4 days left to submit for the Advanced Acquisition Documentation Analysis Prize Challenge. Submit your solution by November 10, 2026. Learn more: https://centralfloridatechgrove.org/advanced-acquisition-documentation-analysis-prize-challenge/

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Register at: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/2JjKZv

ALT Register at: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/2JjKZv

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Heading to I/ITSEC this year? Save the Date Thurs, Nov 12 Join NTSA Senior Vice President Debbie Langelier and the Orlando MS&T community for a panel of experienced I/ITSEC insiders will share how to get the most out of the conference Registration Details coming soon.
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THE WAIT IS OVER! The Marine Corps Wargaming Prize Challenge launches November 2, 2026. Learn more and register on our website: centralfloridatechgrove.org/
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If you missed the first DARPA Surgical Competition (DSC) Industry Day, join the second, fully virtual session! 📅 November 4, 2026 🕓 4–6 p.m. ET Register to receive the event link: events.sa-meetings.com/DSCSe… #DARPA #DSC
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🏆 Congratulations to our winners! 🥇 1st Place: Conservation X Labs 🥈 2nd Place: University of Guam 🥉 3rd Place: Aerisys Group Corporation Thank you to all teams for their commitment to advancing technologies that support environmental conservation and national security.
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📢 November 10 PALT Update Navy PALT has been cancelled. Army and Marine Corps PALT will proceed as scheduled from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET. Please update your calendars! #TechGrove #PALT
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We’re seeking qualified fabrication and assembly partners to support production of PFAS treatment systems for Department of War (DoW) facilities worldwide. Key details: - ~98% COTS components - ~2% custom fabrication - Fabrication and assembly only - BOM expected by end of October - Initial production: 15 units - Potential follow-on: 50+ units - Accelerated contracting options under consideration - May involve U.S. Navy intellectual property licensing We’re looking for companies with the capacity, workforce, facilities, and quality systems to support an accelerated schedule. Interested companies: Submit your capability form here: https://lnkd.in/ey9dZHWM Please share with qualified fabricators in your network.

ALT We’re seeking qualified fabrication and assembly partners to support production of PFAS treatment systems for Department of War (DoW) facilities worldwide. Key details: - ~98% COTS components - ~2% custom fabrication - Fabrication and assembly only - BOM expected by end of October - Initial production: 15 units - Potential follow-on: 50+ units - Accelerated contracting options under consideration - May involve U.S. Navy intellectual property licensing We’re looking for companies with the capacity, workforce, facilities, and quality systems to support an accelerated schedule. Interested companies: Submit your capability form here: https://lnkd.in/ey9dZHWM Please share with qualified fabricators in your network.

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📣 Deadline extended! Submissions for the NAWCTSD Performance Support Video Factory Prize Challenge are now due Sept. 27 at 11:59 PM ET. Questions? The Virtual Info Session slides on our website include answers to frequently asked questions. centralfloridatechgrove.org/
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Central Florida Tech hosted Defense Tech Jam at Northeastern University in Seattle. With the U.S. Navy as a key sponsor, participants worked with experts to tackle real defense challenges. Thank you to our partners, judges, experts, and everyone who came ready to build!
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Have questions about the CTC AI Video Production Prize Challenge? Join Tech Grove for a Live Government Q&A! 📅 Sept. 24 at 9 AM ET 💻 Microsoft Teams Get clarity on requirements before submitting. Join: teams.microsoft.com/meet/226…
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⏳ 4 DAYS LEFT TO SUBMIT Help tackle a Navy training challenge using AI to accelerate the production and sustainment of Performance Support Videos for Sailors. 📅 Phase 1 closes Sept. 25 at 11:59 PM ET. Apply: centralfloridatechgrove.org/… #TechGrove #NAWCTSD #AIVideo #NavyTraining
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN — SECURE YOUR SPOT: indienomicon.org/defensetech… Defense Tech Jam is almost here. September 18–20, 2026 PRIZES 1st Place — $5,000 2nd Place — $3,000 3rd Place — $1,000 $100 BOUNTIES #DefenseTechJam #CentralFloridaTechGrove #DefenseInnovation #GameDev
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The Army Training Verse Innovation Prize Challenge is seeking innovative solutions with up to $496,500 in prize money. Submissions are due October 15, 2026. Learn more centralfloridatechgrove.org/…
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The Advanced Acquisition Documentation Analysis Prize Challenge is now live! 💰 $150,000 in total prizes Key Dates 📅 Challenge Launch: July 30, 2026 📅 Submission Deadline: September 4, 2026 📅 Final Demo Day: November 9, 2026 Ready to make an impact? centralfloridatechgrove.org/…
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⏰ Only 9 Days Left! Submit your Solution Submission Form by July 23 to be considered! 📅 Event Dates: August 25–26, 2026 🔗 Submit your Solution Submission Form: forms.monday.com/forms/1f577…
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