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ISOA Welcomes 400+ Attendees to Ukraine Conference in Warsaw

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Industry and Government Representatives Plan for Partnerships to Address Sustainment and Reconstruction Requirements in Ukraine Over 400 stability operations professionals gathered in Warsaw, Poland in September for ISOA’s 3rd Annual Ukraine Conference: Upholding Our Pledge to Assist and Restore Ukraine. During the two+ day conference, leaders from government, industry, and non-profits collaborated to assess the current wartime …

Europe Chapter Hosts Infrastructure Event in Düsseldorf

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The SECONTEC GmbH showroom in Düsseldorf was the location of our August 22 Protecting Critical Infrastructure Workshop, hosted by ISOA's Europe Chapter. This workshop introduced the new KRITIS regulations and delved into security support for German industry, government facilities, and schools. The readout: Rapid action and teamwork are the keys to warding off threats and strengthening …

Government Contractors are Not the Problem

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National Interest just published ISOA President Howie Lind’s article about the role of, and what we can learn from, contractors in Afghanistan. Read the article here or below: Government Contractors Are Not The Problem The United States cannot fight a war without a strong, experienced, and ethical base of contractors. Last month’s initial public hearing of the Afghanistan …

ISOA to Host Third Annual Ukraine Conference in Warsaw

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Conference to Focus on U.S., NATO, and EU Contracting Opportunities WASHINGTON, August 1, 2024 — The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) is pleased to announce its third annual conference dedicated to Ukraine-related stability operations, scheduled for September 10-12, 2024, in Warsaw, Poland. The conference, themed “Upholding our Pledge to Assist and Restore Ukraine,” will emphasize …

Africa Chapter Hosts Sundowners in Nairobi

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Over 100 ISOA members and guests joined us in Nairobi last week at our Africa Chapter Sundowners for an evening of networking. Attendees enjoyed a convivial atmosphere with representatives from government such as embassies, the Pentagon, UK Export Finance, Kenya Security Agencies, and defence attaches, as well as industry. We greatly appreciate the support of …

Ukraine SSTS Joins ISOA at Reception

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Last week, ISOA was honored to welcome representatives from Ukraine’s Special State Transport Services at a reception hosted by member company MSA Security. In an insightful presentation, Brigadier General Oleksandr Yakovets and other key representatives discussed a range of topics, including: Mandate and Mission: In the face of a relentless and adaptive enemy, SSTS’s mandate …

ISOA Presents to Defense Science Board

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Leaders from ISOA and ISOA member companies recently met with the Defense Science Board’s Task Force on the Industrial Base. The Defense Science Board reports their findings to the Secretary of Defense, the National Security Council, and to the U.S. Congress. The purpose of this meeting was to provide industry perspectives and concerns in the …

Taming the Logistics Gap

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by John Gastright, Jr., Mick Bednarek and Howard R. Lind International Stability Operations Association The era of “contested logistics” in the Indo-Pacific region has arrived, with adversaries likely to attempt to disrupt U.S. and allied activities. Proactive efforts to leverage existing authorities, engage partners, and develop comprehensive pre-positioning plans during peacetime will be crucial for preparedness …

ISOA Presents Global Achievement Awards at Annual Gala

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Members Recognized for Extraordinary Accomplishments in Stability and Contingency Operations WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 21, 2024) – The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) recently presented its annual Global Impact Awards for excellence in stability operations. Fourteen member companies received Global Impact Awards, which recognize extraordinary accomplishments in stability and contingency operations. Three individuals also received honorary …

Global Impact Awards Gala to be held on June 20 at the Watergate Hotel

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Members to be Recognized for Extraordinary Accomplishments in Stability and Contingency Operations WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 3, 2024) – The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) will present its annual Global Impact Awards for excellence in stability operations on June 20 at The Watergate Hotel during its annual Awards Gala. Fourteen member companies will receive Global Impact …

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