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As America has woken up to realities of global conflict, a rapidly advancing foreign technological landscape, and clarity on limitations in our supply chain, manufacturing speed, and reliance on aging infrastructure, there is an urgent need for the revitalization of our industrial base within the U.S. to protect and defend our national interests. Bolstered by its robust economy and talent pipeline, innovation-forward mentality, geographical position, and experienced technological skillset, Utah is emerging as a go-to powerhouse in the revitalization of American Dynamism

The day we’ve been talking for well over a year is finally upon us. With the 32 CFR final rule becoming effective on December 16, 2024, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program is entering a new phase of implementation for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). This marks a pivotal shift toward enhancing the security and resilience of the nation’s defense supply chain.

The United States’ global economic and technological leadership has long been fueled by the production and consumption of minerals. From the batteries in electric vehicles to the components in our military aircraft, our country depends on access to a set of critical commodities sourced from around the world.

Venture capital has played a critical role in American innovation since the end of World War II. Its ability to catalyze new technologies has proved vital to national security and American economic dominance. From a few small farms to a multi-trillion-dollar industry, venture capital (VC) has changed the way we start, build, and scale companies.

47G is thrilled to announce the creation of a new workforce development program through YouScience®. This partnership will help students connect with 47G member organizations and create a next-generation talent pipeline to aerospace, defense, and cyber companies in Utah.

Some of our greatest technological breakthroughs have come out of defense contracts. From jet engines to plasma transfusions, small private-sector companies have a rich history of developing pivotal new technologies. Often developed initially for government use, many have ultimately revolutionized both the military and civilian markets. This synergistic relationship is fundamental to the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.

In 1945, writer George Orwell predicted the rise of two “super-states, each possessed of a weapon by which millions of people can be wiped out in a few seconds.” These two nations were destined to divide the world into a permanent state of cold war.