Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Global Edition

Available in recordings

An online program featuring five expert-led learning sessions, designed to equip defence-tech professionals with practical insights to expand the global reach of their innovations, with a focus on visibility and stakeholder engagement across Europe’s leading defence ecosystems.

The Bootcamp aims to help Ukrainian defence innovators:

    Present combat-tested technologies globally

    Connect with local communities

    Participate in international expos and events

    Build strategic partnerships which may lead to joint manufacturing opportunities and attract foreign investment

The Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Global Edition connects Ukraine’s defence tech leaders with experts from across Europe, offering insider perspectives on local ecosystems.
Participants will hear directly from experts and ecosystem representatives of NATO Allies.

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The Netherlands

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The UK

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Denmark

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Germany

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Estonia

The programme is designed for:

    Defence tech companies and startup leaders (founders, CEOs)

    Business development leads and partnership managers

    PR and communications professionals in the defence tech sector

    Marketing professionals in the defence tech sector

    Grant writers

    Public affairs managers

Speakers share:

    Local ecosystem overviews

    Available funding and support mechanisms

    How to identify entry points and engage with stakeholders

    Key sources for visibility: events, platforms, communities

Agenda

The programme is conducted entirely in English.

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    Session 1

    From innovation to integration: landing on the Dutch defence map

    Speaker: Nataliya Nakonechna, Founder & CEO of VN Strategies.

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    Session 2

    The UK’s Defence Procurement System

    Speaker: Chris Daniels, entrepreneur and industry leader in drone technology, COO at Flare Bright Ltd, and Co-Chair of the Drone Platform and Counter-Drone Group (DPAC) within ADS Group, where he also serves on the Council and Security Sector Board.

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    Session 3

    Discover Denmark’s Dynamic Defence-Tech Sector

    Speaker: Camilla Frost, Senior Advisor at the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI)

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    Session 4

    Settling in Estonian Defence Tech Hub

    Speaker: Kaspar Gering, Co-Founder and General Partner, Darkstar

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    Session 5

    Entering Germany's Defence-Tech Sector

    Speaker 1: Yuliya Maltseva, Co-Founder, Women in Defense Tech

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Registration Fee:

5000

5 recorded sessions PDF presentations 3 months of accessAccess to a closed Signal community (upon verification)

🇺🇦FREE🇺🇦For Ukrainian Veterans and Military Personnel

If you belong to this category, please get in touch with us via email

About the Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp

The Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp is a joint initiative by Calibrated and Tech PR School, created to strengthen communication capabilities across the defence tech ecosystem.
The programme has already trained over 150 participants across three cohorts, with support from BAE Systems, CSG, and DeltaQuad.
Among its featured speakers are industry leaders from NATO, BAE Systems, CSG, Presto Tech Horizons, leading law firms, accelerators and tech communities, as well as international media, including a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist.

Previous Editions

Feedback from participants:

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Founder of an early-stage defence tech startup

“It was useful to learn about the basics of communication strategy in general, as I have never had this experience before. It was also helpful to learn about investors and how to present information”.

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Active-duty military representative

“Since I am far from PR and marketing, almost everything was new to me :). Currently, I am serving in the defence forces (and a civilian IT specialist), so I am grateful for the organization of the bootcamp – it was a significant and comprehensive expansion of my knowledge.”

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Communications Manager in the defence tech sector

“The course was excellent for refreshing my memory and structuring my knowledge. The most useful parts were the media lists, communication with investors, and the lecture on Technical Writing.”

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Operations Lead in a defence company

“This bootcamp is an important project for strengthening us in many aspects. Thank you for the work, and I will attend future events in this area.”

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Project Manager of the defence tech startup

“Everything was on point and met expectations. The speakers were excellent, and it was interesting to listen to them. The organization and communication about the event were among the best I’ve seen. Thank you!”

Co-hosted by 

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Calibrated is a Ukraine-based communications agency with a global focus. The agency specializes in strategic communications for security – including Defence Tech, Cybersecurity, and Cognitive Security – across private, public, and non-profit sectors.
Calibrated supports startups and enterprises in the security sector in shaping effective communication strategies, building trust, and enhancing their visibility in both Ukrainian and international markets.

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Tech PR School offers specialized training in public relations for startups and tech companies, equipping teams with the tools and strategies needed to build a strong, impactful presence in the global market.

Strategic Sponsor

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DeltaQuad is a pioneer in electric long-range VTOL UAVs, designing and manufacturing its smart technology. It focuses on defence and safety applications: ISR, deployment in challenging environments and the rapid integration of field-driven requirements. By working closely with strategic partners in defence, technology and manufacturing, DeltaQuad drives innovation and scales production. It ensures mission-critical operational effectiveness, positioning itself as a reliable, resilient and future-proof provider of aerial intelligence solutions.

Partners

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Media Partners

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Контакти

Telegram

Катерина ПетроваПрограмна менеджерка
Пн - Пт10:00 - 19:00

Instagram

@techprschool

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