DARPAConnect Learning

DARPAConnect Corner Live Events

The DARPAConnect Corner showcases live events where knowledge, dialogue, and tech advancement for the national security ecosystem converge through webinars, Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) sessions, office hours and 1-on-1 meetings. Grow your understanding of working with DARPA through virtual events that cover the breadth of your DARPA journey: how to navigate the enterprise, engage with PMs, communicate effectively, strategies for success and much more.

Webinars

Led by DARPA or DARPAConnect staff, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn about ongoing projects, emerging trends, and the Agency's forward-looking vision.

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Office Hours

Attendees can drop in to discuss ideas, seek guidance, and share targeted questions for their technological pursuits. This informal setting encourages productive discussions…

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1-on-1 Sessions

Book an individual session with a DARPAConnect team member. Discuss the potential alignment of your expertise and ideas with DARPA’s interests.

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What's the Difference?

Confused about which session type best fits your needs? Here are a few short descriptions of each session:

Ask Me Anything Webinar: an open forum where participants send in their questions and the DARPA session presenters answer them in a group setting.

Office Hours: 10-minute sessions where participants can ask specific questions about working with DARPA in a private setting with the DARPAConnect team.

One-on-One's: 30-minute sessions where participants can provide an in-depth introduction to their research interests and discuss how their research may fit into the DARPA mission in a private setting with the DARPAConnect team.

Browse Our Upcoming Events

  • Connect Corner Webinar: Understanding OTs (July 31, 2024)
    Includes a Live Web Event on 07/31/2024 at 2:00 PM (EDT)

    During this high-impact session, James "Mac" Ritch, Ali Etedali, and Scott Ulrey, DARPA CMO, will provide a high-level overview of Other Transactions (OTs) within the context of DARPA. Designed to facilitate innovative solutions and streamline acquisition processes, OTs offer a unique approach to government contracting that differs from traditional procurement methods.

  • Connect Corner One-on-One Meetings

    Discuss the potential alignment of your expertise and research interests with DARPA’s mission. Book an individual session with a DARPAConnect team member to discuss your ideas and receive feedback and guidance on next steps. These 30-minute sessions are available on a first-come, first serve basis. In order to reserve your session, please complete the request form in its entirety. NOTE: These sessions are in high demand. If you are not able to attend your session, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance.

  • Connect Corner Office Hours

    Join office hours for quick 10-minute check-ins, to ask specific questions, and to discuss next steps with the DARPAConnect team. This is a forum to discuss ideas, seek guidance, and exchange thoughts on potential technological pursuits. This informal setting encourages productive discussions between you and the DARPAConnect team. NOTE: These sessions are in high demand. If you are not able to attend your session, please let us know as soon as possible. If you're looking for an opportunity to have a longer discussion about your specific work with the DARPAConnect team, we encourage you to sign up for a 30-minute one-on-one session.