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Building Stronger Defense Partnerships

Ventura Defense Industry Forum (VDIF) connects the Department of Defense, contractors, and local government to create collaboration, innovation, and tailored solutions for national security.

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Collaboration:

Bringing DoD, contractors, and government together.

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Innovation:

Supporting new ideas and tailored solutions.

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Partnerships:

Building long-term relationships for national defense.

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Become a VDIF Member

Strengthen your role in the defense community. Access exclusive resources, events, and networking opportunities designed to empower leaders and innovators.

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A glimpse into our forums, workshops, and networking events. VDIF brings together industry leaders, government representatives, and innovators to build stronger defense partnerships.

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“VDIF events have been a game-changer for our business. We connected with key defense contractors and discovered new opportunities that we couldn’t have found anywhere else.

— Michael R., Defense Contractor

The networking sessions were extremely valuable. VDIF creates a professional yet welcoming environment where collaboration truly happens.

— Sarah T., Aerospace Consultant

Working with VDIF helped us align with local government initiatives and better understand defense requirements. Highly recommended for any contractor.

— David K., Small Business Owner

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Who We Are

Ventura Defense Industry Forum (VDIF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the defense industry through collaboration. For over 3 years, we’ve created a platform where defense contractors, military branches, and local government can come together to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and develop innovative solutions.

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Featured Services

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Industry Collaboration:

Bringing defense leaders and contractors together through regular forums and workshops.

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Government Partnerships:

Helping local governments align with defense and aerospace needs.

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Tailored Solutions:

Creating bridges between DoD contractors and mission-focused opportunities.

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Networking Opportunities:

Providing spaces for relationship building and knowledge sharing.

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Latest Updates

Explore insights from the defense industry, news about our community, and updates from VDIF. From contractor success stories to future opportunities, our news section keeps you informed and connected.

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Connect With VDIF

We’re here to build stronger collaborations across the defense community. Whether you’re a contractor, government representative, or industry partner, VDIF is your bridge to meaningful connections. Reach out today and be part of the conversation.

  • Brandon Jones - Director of Programs​

bjones@javelin-digital.com

  • David Erickson - Director of Event Planning

derickson@venturadefenseindustryforum.org

  • Scott Koslow - President

skoslow@venturadefeneseindustryforum.org

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