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Navigating the Defense Production Act

SMI’s Ken Wetzel and Mark Gillman will be giving a short presentation regarding the Defense Production Act and its practical and immediate uses. Attendees will be able to ask questions during and after the presentation. A copy of the presentation will be available for distribution after the event and attendees will also be able to contact SMI after the event for personalized discussions.

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Event Date May, 21

Event Time 3:00am - 4:00am

Event Location

YMCA Fairfax County – Reston 12196 Sunset HIlls Road Reston, VA 20190

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