MEMBERSHIP APPROACH
Utilizing human-centered design thinking methodologies, SpEC and its members help the government better understand its needs and connect to the “art of the possible” by engaging a broader, diverse innovation ecosystem. SpEC engages its membership, strategic partners, and networks to identify potential technology solutions and manage the project through development, testing, and fielding.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
- Gain opportunities to collaborate, network, and team on technology solutions
- Access proprietary tools, apps, and events to gain knowledge and insight on Government acquisition methodologies, procedures, and technology needs
- Increase engagement and network with key government technology offices
- Access opportunities across the entire network through SpEC strategic and government partners
MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO ANY ENTITY THAT IS:
- Permitted to do business with the Department of Defense and that has technology and expertise relevant to the SpEC focus areas
- Interested in accelerating and improving the discovery, development, and deployment of new technology solutions for operational and Warfighter readiness of the United States military
- Committed to bridging the growing innovation gap between the United States military and non-governmental sector to ensure the military has access to the most innovative technologies available
ANNUAL DUES
Members work collaboratively to connect the United States military to its cutting-edge knowledge and technology solutions. Membership spans the entire innovation ecosystem including:
Corporate
| ANNUAL REVENUE |
ANNUAL DUES |
| <$10M | $250 |
| $10M - $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M - $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Nonprofit
| ANNUAL REVENUE |
ANNUAL DUES |
| <$10M | $250 |
| $10M - $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M - $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Academic & Other
| ANNUAL REVENUE |
ANNUAL DUES |
| Incubator | $500 |
| University | $2,500 |
| Laboratory | $2,500 |
| Investor | $2,500 |
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