Warrior Expo is an embodiment of ADS Inc.’s mission to actively seek out customers’ equipment and logistics challenges and deliver innovative, cost effective solutions that enhance their ability to complete their missions.
Warrior Expo East is more than just a secure environment for defense organizations and the end user, Procurement Specialists, Program Managers to meet one on one. It’s also a great time for registrants to walk away with valuable information that they can utilize or take back to their company for further review or action.
This year, there will be 7 breakout sessions that registrants can attend throughout the show. Warrior Expo East’s breakout sessions are designed around product/contracting education, discussions of hot-button issues, and professional development. Add the event(s) to your calendar and take a break from your busy work day to listen, discover and learn.
Presenter: Craig Palmer, Prox Dynamics Date: July 14, 12:30 PM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #:920
Discover the latest Personal Micro UAV Reconnaissance Systems that
Presenter: Brad Anderson Vice President of Contracts ADS, Inc. Dates: July 14 & July 15, 10:30 AM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #: 920
Prox Dynamics Black Hornet Micro AUV
The TLS Program Provides Agile, Flexible and Efficient Procurement for Rapid Obligation of Funds. The Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) Program enables customers to order commercial, off-the-shelf part numbered items within the scope of the contract. Since multiple vendors are solicited for prices, customers benefit from a competitive business model that will ensure best value for the customer. Come hear more about the programs that hundreds of customers are taking advantage of to simplify procurement.
LBT and Dynamis Alliance Combatives
Presenter: London Bridge Trading (LBT) | Dynamis Alliance Date & Time: July 14, 3:30 PM July 15, 2016: 11:30 AM | Location: Booth #1101
Train at Real Speeds in a Multitude of Environments. ADAPTIV gear allows the end user to train at real speeds in a multitude of environments. Its injury-prevention/impact-reduction system enhances training performance by allowing operators to realistically practice detainee handling, shoot/don’t shoot drills with approved marking cartridges, and other close-quarters combat skills.
Presenter: Jeff Garfinkle, Plank Road Technologies Date: July 14, 2:30 PM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #: 920
You have invested millions of dollars in equipment – shouldn’t you protect it? Storing assets over the long-term is historically a high-cost, labor-intensive endeavor. Structures to house assets combined with consistent monitoring for inevitable loss and/or degradation makes long-term storage the opposite of what it should be.
Plank Road Tehcnology Storage Solution
Presenter: Dr. Tim Unruh, Director of the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Date: July 14, 11:30 AM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #: 920
The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) offers financing options for agencies that are ready to implement energy and water efficiency projects. Carefully matching available project financing options with specific situations can make the difference between a stalled, unfunded project and a successful project that generates energy and cost savings. Session attendees will learn about Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs), the ENABLE Program, Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs) and Power Purchase agreements (PPAs).
Presenter: Jen Edwards Vice President of HR ADS, Inc. Date: July 14, 1:30 PM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #: 920
You have the experience that employers want. How can you put it all on paper to win your dream job? You have the experience that employers want.How can you put it all on paper to win your dream job? “6 Seconds to Success” will help you present yourself in a way that employers will notice.
Presenter: Jen Edwards Vice President of HR ADS, Inc. Date: July 15, 2:00 PM | Location: ADS Solutions Suite Booth #: 920
In this session, attendees will discuss four major personality styles (or social styles) and help you identify which style you are and provide insight on increasing your influence on others.
Jennifer Weir Edwards, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: Vice President, Human Resources
There are numerous opportunities for you as an attendee to discover new technologies, industry trends and applications, as well as network and win free stuff. Admission is 100% free to attend and our exhibitors are hand selected and invite only. You can expect to find that they can’t wait to talk to you about the latest product, service and training solutions.
A welcome addition this year, we’ll be offering even more individual opportunities for customers to enjoy hands-on experience with products through live demos and interactive displays. Some examples of what you can expect are:
Our special keynote speaker is General Michael Hayden, former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency, and author of Playing to the Edge: American Intelligence in the Age of Terror. He is the only person to have led both of the country’s premier intelligence agencies. Attend his presentation on Thursday, July 14th at 9:00 AM to learn about the challenges organizations face when dealing with important issues such as cyber security and threats of cyber-attacks and cyber terrorism.
While you’re at the show you can also take advantage of eight different informative breakout sessions focused on personal development and current hot-button issues. Visit our warrior-expo.com for more details.
DANIEL DEFENSE RAFFLE Just by pre-registering to attend Warrior Expo East, you’re automatically eligible to win a DDM4V7 by Daniel Defense, a prize value of $1,599. Contest entry closes July 12
EXPO TIC-TAC-TOE Be sure to grab your Warrior Expo TIC-TAC-TOE card at registration for a chance to win a HUGE Prize Pack! Each year, we collaborate with our exhibitors to offer great prizes while providing a fun and interactive way for customers to move around the show floor. Prizes will be raffled off both Thursday and Friday and on display at the Registration Desk.
HOW TO PLAY
1. Pre-register and Attend Warrior Expo East 2016 for entry to win. 2. Contest ends at the close of Warrior Expo East 2016 on Friday, July 15th, 2016. 3. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. 4. Prize: DDM4V7 firearm Prize Value: $1599 5. Contestant agrees to provide the right to its likeness to Daniel Defense for Daniel Defense’s usage at its sole discretion (including, but not limited to, DD advertisements, DD sales and marketing initiatives). 6. Contest is open to U.S. citizens 21 years of age or over who meet the applicable legal requirements and contest rules. Contestants who win a prize must possess a valid form of picture identification showing an appropriate birth date that is acceptable to Daniel Defense for verification before the prize is awarded. 7. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Contest is void where prohibited by law. 8. Daniel Defense reserves the right to amend the rules of the contest at any time for any reason whatsoever. 9. Daniel Defense reserves the right to disqualify any winner for any reason whatsoever (including, if any contest rule(s) is/are violated in any way and/or if local or state law(s) or regulation(s) restrict the receipt of a prize, including firearms). 10. Daniel Defense will assume no responsibility for the use of the firearm and the winner will be responsible for the proper handling and storage of the firearm as well as obtaining any proper instruction for the safe use and handling of the firearm. 11. Prizes awarded are not redeemable for cash or transferable. No substitution for a prize will be made for Contestant. Daniel Defense reserves the right to substitute a prize of similar value if the firearm is disallowed by law in winner’s location. 12. Transfer of firearm. The firearm dealer will be selected by the winner and the winner will be responsible for any applicable transfer fees. The firearm will be shipped to the FFL licensed dealer for the winner to pick up. 13. Contest winners are responsible for the payment of all applicable taxes and transfer fees on the prize(s) awarded. 14. Daniel Defense assumes no liability for any and all instances, repairs, and/or incidents arising from any aspect of any prize awarded in the contest. By entering the contest, contestant releases and holds harmless Daniel Defense from any action and/or liability arising from any contest or prize awarded in any contest.
ONE WEEK until Warrior Expo West takes over the San Diego Convention Center! This year, we have even more solutions for you, all in one place. Whether its learning something new at one of our breakout sessions, swinging by Non-Profit row to find out how you can help support the men and women who serve our country, or playing Expo Tic-Tac-Toe… there are many things happening on the show floor at Warrior Expo West!
Eight of the Organizations we support with our Corporate Citizen program will be on site to educate attendees on their missions. ADS works with multiple organizations locally and nationally whose programs support Active Duty Military, Military Families, Veteran Employment and Wounded Warrior Assistance. Not only does ADS provide financial and promotional support to organizations working with our targeted communities, our team members volunteer countless hours of each year to assist in their important work. We would also like to give a shout out to Team RWB San Diego for helping us out with show registration and all that they do. Non-Profit booths will be located at the center of the floor by the ADS Solutions Suite.
This year’s breakout session topics will be digging deeper into eight topics featuring speakers from the U.S. Department of Energy and Cocoon, Prox Dynamics and TEA Headsets. Topics will range from Energy, Management, Leadership Skills in the Civilian World, Corrosion Prevention and More. We will also have breakout sessions featuring insight from our own ADS Executives on Procurement Strategies and Tips on How to Stand out in the Competitive Job Market. To learn more about what will be discussed in these breakout sessions, times and locations, visit the Warrior Event Page.
New this year, we’d like to introduce our Warrior Expo Experts, who will be onsite to assist you with any questions about ADS, the floor plan, breakout sessions, and more — just look for the blue shirts and ask away! Also make sure to print out your parking pass prior to the show and mark your calendar for any specific sessions you would like to so see. Stop by the Procurement Solutions Suite (#425) anytime during the show to speak with and ADS representative about your acquisition needs and how we can make you mission ready!
In addition to all of the above highlights, we also have TWO awesome raffle opportunities! Stay tuned on social media for updates throughout the show. Pre-Register online today to qualify to win raffle prizes from the vendors below, winners will be contacted after the show.
Also be sure to grab your Warrior Expo TIC-TAC-TOE card at Registration for a chance to win a HUGE Prize Pack! We collaborated with over 25 partner suppliers for a fun interactive promotional game to get you moving around the trade show floor. The game is simple…
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (August 10, 2015) – ADS, Inc. provided more than exhibit space and brand awareness to one of its partner non-profit organizations at the company’s widely attended Warrior Expo this July. ADS developed the Dining for a Purpose program as a special project that involves partnering with select local restaurants to raise funds for the USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia (USO HRCV).
The concept of the program was to direct Warrior Expo attendees and exhibitors to the selected establishments that have agreed to donate 10 percent of the proceeds from their visit to the USO HRCV. With more than 2,000 customers and 300 vendors in attendance, over the course of two days, the dollars added up to more than $2000 being donated to the USO HRCV.
“We are pretty thrilled with the outcome of this program,” said Deborah Gries, ADS’ Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator. “I like to think that this type of program gives the community a better understanding of who we are as a company. We love our community and we love the military because we are part of the community and many of our employees come from the military or military families. We are lucky that we can give back to the people we care about.”
The donated funds will go toward supporting the USO HRCV’s mission to “lift the spirits of America’s troops and their families by enhancing the quality of life and public support for our armed services with offerings that might not otherwise be affordable or available to them.” This includes service centers that provide assistance and outreach for military members and their families as well as numerous events such as the USO Warrior Week, Military Appreciation Day at the Virginia Zoo and the annual USO Holiday Party.
A Big THANK YOU to the participating restaurants: The Beach Bully, Thirty 7 North Restaurant and Bar, il Giardino, Cactus Jack’s Southwest Grill, 11th Street Taphouse & Grill and Waterman’s Surfside Grille.
“Partnering with ADS for their Dining for Purpose program has been a wonderful experience. Our mission is all about enriching the lives of military families. It’s such a great fit to work with a company like ADS that shares our passion for service to the military community. We look forward to working with them on similar projects in the future.” – Paula Moran, President and CEO of the USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia
The money raised during this year’s program will go towards funding the operational costs of USO HRCV’s 11 welcome centers in the area which touch the lives of more than 450,000 active duty military and their family members each year. Based on the success of this year’s inaugural run, the program will most certainly be implemented at next year’s Warrior Expo with plans on expanding it to the West Coast show in San Diego. The Dining For a Purpose program is just one of the ways ADS works with its partner non-profit organizations. Participating non-profits are showcased at Warrior Expo as well as ADS’ participation and support for various events throughout the year.
ABOUT ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company is focused on solving its customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. Please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
ABOUT THE USO OF HAMPTON ROADS AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA The USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia is a non-governmental, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that depends on corporate and individual support to fund its programs and services. While it is affiliated with USO Inc. in Arlington, VA., it receives no operational funding from its parent organization. In order to maintain our centers and provide our programs, it is imperative that we maintain a strong sponsor relationship with our local business, civic organizations, and community stakeholders. We also rely heavily on individual contributions and volunteers from our very supportive local communities.
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (July 2, 2015) – ADS, Inc. has always put its customers first, especially when it comes to the company’s Warrior Expo. This year, ADS is taking it to the next level by rolling out two new programs designed to enhance the customer experience and give back to the military community.
Warrior Expo is a premiere defense industry event designed to bring end-users, program managers and procurement specialists together with industry-leading product and service providers in an environment specifically for government and defense organizations. While the traditional exhibit booth setup will be the primary layout for the show, ADS is moving toward putting some of the innovative solutions in context by integrating products from key partners in an Expeditionary Combat and Support Solution Center.
“The idea behind the [Expeditionary Combat and Support] Solution Center is to have customers see, in-person, how the products they need for their missions can work together,” said Meghan Parker, Combat Support Equipment Supplier Account Manager and the brain-child behind the idea. “We want to give our customers a complete solution. It’s not enough that we tell them. Sometimes, the best way is to show them.”
The Expeditionary Combat and Support Solution Center will highlight mobile dental and medical response systems, an HDT Global Tactical Operations Center (TOC) as well as a tools, equipment and kitting (TEK) resource hub. The Solution Center will also demonstrate the applicability of hybrid and renewable power sources, including rugged solar energy solutions for expeditionary and remote power needs and a hybrid renewable energy power management system designed to power critical assets in the most demanding environments.
Warrior Expo also continues to host ADS’s non-profit partners on Non-profit Row at the Expo show center. This year, the company will build on those relationships with the Dining for a Cause program. This special project involves partnering with select local restaurants to raise funds for the USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia (USO HRCV). During the Expo, when vendors and customers visit these establishments, 10 percent of the proceeds from their visit will be donated to the USO HRCV.
“This program is especially meaningful to us because it is our chance to work with some amazing organizations to give back to the military community. Their needs are at the core of our mission,” said Deborah Gries, ADS’ Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator. “It’s more than just saying we care about the military community. It’s another way for us to deliver on our promise to serve those who serve.”
Expo participants and customers will be encouraged to attend the following restaurants during Warrior Expo: Beach Bella Pizza, The Beach Bully, Thirty 7 North Restaurant and Bar, il Giardino, Croc’s 19th Street Bistro, Cactus Jack’s Southwest Grill, Five 01 City Grill, 11th Street Taphouse & Grill, Waterman’s Surfside Grille, Calypso Bar & Grill, Chicho’s Pizza and CP Shuckers.
Warrior Expo will also feature Breakout Sessions, Demonstrations and an interactive game of TicTacToe. To register and learn more about Warrior Expo East check out the information below or CLICK HERE.
“All in all, I think what we, as a company, are really driving toward is taking our customer service to the next level and presenting customers with the complete solution,” said Ryan Angold, Vice President of Market Sales. “If they can only attend one show per year, we want them to choose ours because they know they will find the very best support and everything they need to get the job done.”
The ADS Solution Suite is your go-to spot for our featured Breakout Sessions during Warrior Expo East. We will be digging deeper into topics focusing on OCIE, C4ISR, Combat Support, Medical and Human Performance. To learn more about what will be discussed in these breakout sessions please visit the Warrior Event Page or get a jump on the Show Guide Here. Be sure to mark your calendar below or stop by the Solution Suite anytime during the show to speak with and ADS representative about your acquisition needs and how we can make you mission ready!
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in the Maritime Domain: The asymmetric counter to asymmetric threats
With Warrior Expo West approaching, we wanted to put out a quick post of all the exciting happenings! Whether it’s learning more about the vast amount of solutions we provide at Breakout Sessions, stopping by a Non-Profit to hear about their programs or snapping a picture with the Tactical Ginger… there are many things on the show floor at Warrior Expo West!
This year, eight of the Organizations we support with our Corporate Citizen program will be on site to educate attendees on their missions. ADS works with multiple organizations locally and nationally whose programs support Active Duty Military, Military Families, Veteran Employment and Wounded Warrior Assistance. Not only does ADS provide financial and promotional support to organizations working with our targeted communities, our team members volunteer thousands of hours each year to assist in their important work. We would also like to give a shout out to Team RWB San Diego for helping us out with show registration and all that they do. Non-Profit booths will be located at the center of the floor by the ADS Solutions Booth- click the logos on the right to learn more about each organization and be sure to swing by to show your support.
The ADS Solution Suite is your go-to spot for our featured Breakout Sessions during Warrior Expo West. We will be digging deeper into three main topics focusing on Procurement, C4ISR and Telemedicine. To learn more about what will be discussed in these breakout sessions please visit the Warrior Event Page or get a jump on the Show Guide Here. Be sure to mark your calendar below or stop by the Solution Suite anytime during the show to speak with and ADS representative about your acquisition needs and how we can make you mission ready!
From DOD, federal, state and local agencies, to defense contractors, allied foreign governments, and militaries, Warrior Expo and ADS provide access to the specialized medical solutions you require to complete your mission. This premiere annual industry event is designed specifically to bring end users, program managers, and procurement specialists together with our industry-leading solutions partners in an environment designed specifically for government and defense organizations.
FEATURING: LBT, Sorinex, Skedco, Essex Industries, Phokus, JBC Corp, 2XU, Combat Medical Systems, Emergency Products & Research, Tactical Medical Solutions, Strategic Operations, Mobile Fitness Equipment, QuikClot, Seldon, BeaverFit and MORE
Warrior Expo and ADS provide access to the mission-critical operational clothing and individual equipment (OCIE), personal protective equipment (PPE), procurement, and support solutions you require to maintain operational readiness. This premiere annual industry event is designed specifically to bring end users, program managers, and procurement specialists together with our industry-leading solutions partners in an environment designed specifically for government and defense organizations.
FEATURING: Beyond Clothing, Princeton Tec, SafariLand, Rocky Boots, Oakley, Outdoor Research, Propper, London Bride Trading, Massif, ESS, New Balance, Gerber Gear, CamelBak, and MORE.
