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    string(2283) "<p data-start="409" data-end="858"><strong data-start="409" data-end="421">Overview</strong></p>
<p data-start="423" data-end="713">New opportunities are emerging across the space economy—from defense and commercial missions to satellite infrastructure and supply chain innovation. But for small and mid-sized manufacturers, identifying how to plug into this complex and high-tech sector can be challenging.</p>
<p data-start="715" data-end="1074">Join NJMEP for a special session with Jon Kirchner, DVIRC Board Member and President &amp; CEO of Perfero Advisory LLC. With over 25 years of leadership in defense, government, and commercial space, Kirchner will provide practical guidance on how New Jersey manufacturers can align their capabilities with the growing demands of the space industry.</p>
<p data-start="1203" data-end="1226"><strong data-start="1203" data-end="1224">Who Should Attend</strong></p>

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 	<li data-start="1229" data-end="1304">New Jersey manufacturers curious about diversifying into the space sector</li>
 	<li data-start="1229" data-end="1304">Companies already serving aerospace or defense looking to expand into space contracts</li>
 	<li data-start="1229" data-end="1304">Operations, quality, and business development leaders exploring new high-tech markets</li>
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<p data-start="1486" data-end="1509"><strong data-start="1486" data-end="1507">What You’ll Learn</strong></p>

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 	<li data-start="1051" data-end="1143">What primes and agencies like NASA, Space Force, and commercial ventures seek in suppliers</li>
 	<li data-start="1051" data-end="1143">A landscape overview of the commercial and government space sectors</li>
 	<li data-start="1051" data-end="1143">Entry points and qualification paths for small and mid-sized manufacturers</li>
 	<li data-start="1051" data-end="1143">Key certifications and standards (e.g., AS9100, ITAR)</li>
 	<li data-start="1051" data-end="1143">Local and national resources available to support your space-readiness journey</li>
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Whether you're already supplying aerospace or defense clients or just beginning to explore advanced industries, this event will provide valuable guidance, relevant resources, and a strategic outlook on becoming part of the space supply chain."
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