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Systems thinking is a powerful approach to understanding and fostering changes in complex systems. ANSER provides cybersecurity professionals in-person and virtual interactive training on systems thinking to promote outcomes and associated behaviors that are more consistent with the designated mission and purpose. To learn more about how you or your agency can benefit from Systems Thinking Training, contact Sibel McGee at Sibel.McGee@anser.org.

Ron Turner, representing NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) for ANSER, recently attended the Space Resources Roundtable to explore "living off the land in outer space." This concept is vital for the future of sustainable space exploration and human presence beyond Earth. At ANSER, we're dedicated to advancing national security and pioneering innovative solutions. Our involvement in events like this ensures we remain at the cutting edge of scientific and technological advancements.

Last week, ANSER had the pleasure of participating in the 2024 Manufacturing USA Network Meeting at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) in Washington, DC. This event convened the 17 Manufacturing Innovation Institutes (MIIs) and their Federal partners. Highlights included an insightful update from the DoD MII Program Manager on the nine DoD MIIs, prepared with help from the ANSER team. Additionally, the OSD ManTech Deputy Director elaborated on the newly completed and approved OSD ManTech Education and Workforce Development Strategy, thanks to contributions from ANSER staff. Photo: Department of Defense Manufacturing Technology Program

ANSER is on the move! We are thrilled to announce our relocation to a new headquarters built for tomorrow’s solutions. As we expand and grow, our move signifies a new chapter in ANSER’s journey. Stay tuned for updates as we settle into our Ballston, VA space.

In March, ANSER’s Ron Turner represented the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Program at the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference, one of the largest gatherings for planetary research, held near Houston, Texas. The NIAC program engages with nearly 2,000 members of the planetary science research community to better our understanding of the universe. Graphic illustration by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

ANSER's Executive Leadership Team enjoyed lunch with our Colorado Springs office, reinforcing the strong connections that drive our success. This visit highlights ANSER’s commitment to collaboration and unity across all levels of the organization.

ANSER is thrilled to celebrate Andre W. Dancy's inclusion in Marquis Who's Who! With a distinguished background in military service and expertise as an acquisitions analyst at ANSER, his commitment to excellence and innovation continues to strengthen our support for the Department of Defense. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gqqWx4bz

SPOTLIGHT: ANSER is at the forefront of defense innovation, partnering with the Office of Innovation and Modernization to bring the Joint Interagency Field Experimentation (JIFX) program to life. This groundbreaking initiative, in collaboration with the Naval Postgraduate School, is powering the future of defense by uniting innovators and DoD stakeholders. Together, we're fast-tracking cutting-edge tech to the hands of our warfighters, ensuring our nation remains unmatched in technological prowess. Read more about the program here: https://lnkd.in/gz_y4hs2

ANSER is proud to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs (OASD(NCB)), assisting the Biodefense Council as it integrates biodefense efforts across the United States Department of Defense. From left to right: ANSER's primary support contractors, Allison Bigbee and Morgan Tasseff