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Washington, DC— Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) will deliver a keynote address at National Security Crossroads: Building the Defense Ecosystem Workshop on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

This is a  first of its kind regional workshop highlighting the national defense and security assets of the region, investment opportunities, and growth partnerships. It brings together Missouri and Kansas national security stakeholders, which include Members of Congress, defense contractors, national security agency executives, academic institutions, military installations, area development corporations, regional communities, and state agency leaders.

Details on the Workshop Event:

WHAT: National Security Crossroads: Building the Defense Ecosystem Workshop

WHO:

·      U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04)

·      UMKC Chancellor C. Mauli Agrawal, Ph.D.

·      Lieutenant General Perry Wiggins, USA Retired, Executive Director of the Kansas Governor’s Military Council          

·      Mr. Harry Roberts, Missouri Military Advocate and Executive Director of the Missouri Military Preparedness and Enhancement Commission

·      Esteemed panelists representing military installations and defense communities, regional economic development, academic institutions, and defense industry

WHEN: Tuesday, February 18, 2025; Congressman Alford’s address will begin at approximately 8:30 AM CT, with the program starting at 7:30 AM.

WHERE: National World War I Museum and Monument | 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108 | General Auditorium

This event is open to the media. Please RSVP if you are interested in covering the workshop here. Additional background information on the workshop will be provided upon request.