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Introduction For many small businesses and startups, working with the Air Force or Space Force represents a major growth opportunity, but understanding how to engage can be a challenge. The acquisition landscape is complex. Contracting pathways...

APEX is proud to welcome Paula Lemke as the APEX Executive Director, marking an exciting step forward in strengthening the organization’s role in the national innovation ecosystem. Paula joins APEX with extensive leadership experience from the Air...

On January 29, 2026, APEX, in partnership with the Pittsburgh Technology Council (PTC), hosted the EDGE Defense Summit in Pittsburgh—bringing together representatives from the Department of the Air Force (DAF), industry, and academia for an afternoon...

APEX is pleased to announce the addition of three new team members: Sammy, Maddie, and Tara . Their expertise and dedication further strengthen our ability to support innovators working to transition technologies into the Department of the Air and...

Event Overview Pittsburgh Robotics & AI Discovery Day brought together innovators working in emerging technologies such as robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI). The event featured more than 150 exhibitors and drew thousands of...

At Launch Dayton Startup Week 2025 , APEX had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion focused on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Interim Program Manager Michael Bianco...