2026 NCS MS&T Connect

Join us at the NCS MS&T Connect Event (formerly B2B event) for networking and collaboration on Wednesday, August 19th from 5:00 to 7:30 PM!
About this Event

Join us for the NCS MS&T Connect Event (formerly the B2B Event) on Wednesday, August 19, from 5:00–7:30 p.m. at Full Sail University Orlando Health Fortress. This event will be hosted by the National Center for Simulation and co-chairs Dr. Haifa Maamar, Education Director of Emerging Technologies, and Ms. Janet Spruill, NCS Board Chair & Executive Vice President of Aptima, Inc. This exciting evening will bring together National Center for Simulation members, industry leaders, and business professionals for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of innovative ideas.

Optional Facility Tours (4:30–5:30 p.m.)
Attendees can tour Full Sail University’s new Full Sail University IBM Cyber Defense Range Powered by AWS and Cloud Range—one of the largest cyber labs on the Southeastern Coast—as well as the university’s new drone and drone simulation facilities, the Full Sail University Drone Innovation Center. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot through the event ticket page.

Featured Panel Discussion (6:00–6:45 p.m.)
Former AFAMS Commander Robert Epstein, Chief Strategy & Mission Architect at Sabel Systems, will moderate a panel discussion exploring topics across cybersecurity, defense, entertainment, and space.

This in-person event is a great opportunity to build meaningful connections, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for growth.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Agenda

🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Full Sail University Cyber Defense Range & Drone Innovation Center Tours
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Full Sail University Cyber Defense Range & Drone Innovation Center Tours
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Registration, networking, food & drinks, and more
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:45 PM
Welcome & Panel Discussion
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:30 PM
More networking & desserts