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U.S. SENATORS INTRODUCE BILL TO REPLACE FY2013 SEQUESTRATION CUTS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 2, 2012

MEDIA CONTACTS
Ryan Patmintra (Kyl) 202-224-2206
Brian Rogers (McCain) 202-224-7130
Tate Zeigler (L. Graham) 202-224-5972
Megan Mitchell (Cornyn) 202-224-0704
Jeff Grappone (Ayotte) 202-224-3324
Alex Conant (Rubio) 202-224-3041

U.S. SENATORS INTRODUCE BILL TO REPLACE FY2013 SEQUESTRATION CUTS
Replaces cuts with freeze on Members of Congress and other federal employees' pay, federal attrition

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A leading group of U.S. senators took the first step today to protect national security by unveiling legislation to replace the draconian defense cuts scheduled to take effect in 2013 with more responsible reductions in federal spending.


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Join NCS & the British American Chamber of Commerce (BACC) for a Reception with UK Trade & Investment Personnel from Miami

The National Center for Simulation (NCS) and the British American Chamber of Commerce (BACC) are teaming with SAIC to host members from the UK Trade & Investment Office out of Miami.  Come join us as we tell our guests about the power of the MS&T cluster in Central Florida and explore potential business development opportunitities with our closest ally!  

When:     Thursday, 23 Feb 2012 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Where:    SAIC, 12901 Science Drive, Orlando, FL 32826
Cost:       $10 for NCS & BACC Members.  $20 for non-Members and at the door.

To RSVP call Carla Hoskins at 407-384-6111 or visit the BACC website to register online:  http://www.britishamericanchamberorlando.com/

For more information, click on the attached event brochure:


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Posted: Feb 2nd, 2012 »
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2012 Building Homes for Heroes and Lone Sailor Memorial 5K Run/Walk/Roll

The Central Florida Navy League
Proudly invites you to participate in our 3nd Annual Charity 5K Event
This year sponsoring the
Building Homes for Heroes and Lone Sailor Memorial Project

Saturday, March 17, 2012
Lake Baldwin
2380 Lake Baldwin Lane, Orlando, FL 32814

For additional details click on the attached brochure:


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Posted: Feb 1st, 2012 »
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Consecutive Years of Significant Growth at DiSTI Continue

Continuous Expansion Drives the Need for New Office Space

Orlando, FL (January 27, 2012) - The DiSTI Corporation, a software development and simulation training company based in Orlando, FL, announces another year of growth and expansion for the company. In 2011, DiSTI increased its employee base by 24% compared to 2010 staffing levels, and an astounding 97% when compared to 2009 levels. Accompanying the growth in staff, DiSTI’s worldwide software product sales grew 11% and engineering services grew 10%. To accommodate this growth, DiSTI has relocated to a new 10,500 square foot facility on Corporate Boulevard near the University of Central Florida. The new facility represents a 46% increase in floor space for the expansion and future growth plans over the next three years.


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Posted: Jan 27th, 2012 »
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Florida Defense Contractor Day 2012 at the Capitol in Tallahassee, FL

The Florida League of Defense Contractors Presents
Florida Defense Contractor Day 2012 at the Capitol in Tallahassee, Florida.

February 14, 2012

With Special Guest Luncheon Speaker Lieutenant Governor Jennifer Carroll

“I look forward to addressing the 2012 defense contractor's day at the Capitol.  As veterans, both Governor Scott and I are strong advocates for the most robust and advanced national defense possible.  Florida's defense contractors provide our military, space industry and our allies with the tools to improve technology, increase efficiencies, win conflicts and avoid future conflicts while also providing thousands of quality, high-tech jobs for Floridians.” -- Lieutenant Governor Jennifer Carroll.

and Special Exhibit

Lockheed Martin F-35 Cockpit Demonstrator


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Posted: Jan 23rd, 2012 »
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Android – A Dive Into an Open Source Operating System for the Mobile Device User

INCOSE Space Coast & ITEA-CF to host Joint Meeting
Thursday, February 2, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

If you use or are interested in Android technology, you may want to participate in the event described in the attached flyer that is being supported by the UCF Business Incubator in the Central Florida Research Park.  You do not have to be a member of either INCOSE or ITEA to attend. You can attend in person or via the web.

Android – A Dive Into an Open Source Operating System for the Mobile Device User

Mr. David Gewirtz will talk about mobile security architecture, emerging privacy and security concerns of Android mobile devices and the security and safety considerations for activities such as tethering, using Wi-Fi hotspots, third-party applications, Bluetooth, emailing files, and connectivity. Presenter: David Gewirtz U.S. Policy Advisor & Computer Scientist.


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Posted: Jan 23rd, 2012 »
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2011 Ends on Positive Note--200,000 jobs created in December--article courtesy of Adecco Engineering & Technical

To see the workplace economy jobs detail, click on the attached file.


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Posted: Jan 17th, 2012 »
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Local Navy League 5K Event to Support Building Homes for Heroes and Lone Sailor Memorial

For additional information go to the attached event brochure.


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Posted: Jan 17th, 2012 »
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Orlando-based Serious Gaming Conference Continues to Draw High-Level Keynotes, Exceptional Topics

January 16, 2012. Orlando, Fla. the National Center for Simulation, along with Team Orlando, announced today the keynote speakers in place for the 5th annual Defense GameTech Users’ Conference.  Accepting the invitations are:  General Edward A. Rice, Commander, United States Air Force Air Education and Training Command (AETC);  Michael Jones, Chief Technology Advocate, Google;  Maj Gen Thomas K. Andersen, Commander, Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development & Education and Vice Commander, Air University;  BGen Frank L. Kelley, Commander, Marine Corps Systems Command;  Dr. Terry Allard, Department Head for Warfighter Performance (Code 34), Office of Naval Research (ONR);  COL (P) Pat White, Deputy Commanding Officer, U.S. Army Combined Arms Center-Training (CAC-T).  Other speakers to note from around the country will provide presentations and tutorials, such as:  Dr. Constance Steinkeuhler-Squire, Senior Policy Analyst at the Office of Science and Technology Policy in the Executive Office of the President; Mr.


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Posted: Jan 17th, 2012 »
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