About the Event
Join industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, and defense contracting professionals for an essential briefing on the upcoming Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements and how they will impact Long Island manufacturers working in the Defense Industrial Base.
With CMMC enforcement approaching, contractors that handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) risk losing contract eligibility if they are not properly prepared. This event will provide practical guidance on what your organization must do now to maintain compliance and remain competitive in the defense supply
8:00-8:30 AM – Registration and Breakfast
Check in, enjoy complimentary breakfast, and connect with fellow Long Island manufacturers, defense contractors, and industry professionals before the program begins.
8:30-8:35 AM – Opening Remarks
Welcome and overview of the event’s purpose, including the urgency surrounding upcoming CMM requirements and what attendees can expect from the morning’s sessions.
8:35-8:40 AM – ADDAPT Chairman Welcome
Introductory remarks from ADDAPT leadership emphasizing the growing importance of cybersecurity readiness for Long Island manufacturers and defense contractors, the objectives of the conference, and an overview of available LIMEP funding and subsidy programs designed to help organizations support their CMMC compliance and certification efforts.
8:40-9:00 AM – Congressman Andrew Garbarino
Remarks on federal cybersecurity initiatives, supply chain security priorities, and the government’s commitment to strengthening the defense industrial base through CMMC implementation
9:00-: 9:30 AM – Buddy Dees – Director of CMMC
Keynote presentation covering the Department of Defense’s vision for CMMC, implementation timelines, enforcement expectations. and what contractors must do to remain eligible for defense contracts.
9:30-9:45 AM – Thomas Nohs – C3PAO / CMMC Level 2 Assessment Overview
Insight from an authorized CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) on what organizations should expect during a Level 2 assessment, common readiness gaps, and how to prepare effectively.
9:45:10:00 AM – Amy Erickson – LIMEP Subsidy & Funding Opportunities
Overview of available state and local funding programs, grants, and subsidies that manufacturers may leverage to offset the cost of CMMC preparation and compliance initiatives.
10:00-10:30 AM – Live Q&A Panel
Interactive discussion where attendees can ask speakers direct questions regarding compliance, assessments, funding, timelines. and implementation strategies.
10:30-11:00 AM – Networking Session
Opportunity to connect with speakers, peers, service providers, and industry leaders to discuss CMMC readiness, partnerships, and next