Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Global Edition

December 8-12, 2025 | online

A 5-day online program designed to equip defence tech professionals with practical insights to expand the global reach of their innovations. The agenda focuses on strengthening 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

Who will find the bootcamp most valuable?

    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 Will 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 will be conducted entirely in English.

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    December 8 

    6:00 PM (Kyiv time)

    From innovation to integration: landing on the Dutch defence map

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

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    December 9

    6:00 PM (Kyiv time)

    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.

    Learn more about the session

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    December 10

    6:00 PM (Kyiv time)

    Discover Denmark’s Dynamic Defence-Tech Sector

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

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    December 11

    6:00 PM (Kyiv time)

    Settling in Estonian Defence Tech Hub

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

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    December 12

    6:00 PM (Kyiv time)

    Entering Germany's Defence-Tech Sector

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

    For speaker and session announcements, follow Calibrated on LinkedIn

Registration Fee:

After you complete the registration form for the Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Global Edition, the organisers will review your application and send a payment link along with further instructions.

5000

5 sessions with live Q&As Takeaway notes for each sessionPDF presentations Recordings available for 3 months Access to a closed Signal community

🇺🇦FREE🇺🇦For Ukrainian Veterans and Military Personnel

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

FAQ:

  • Your information will be verified by the organizers. Once confirmed, you will receive an email with a payment link. After your payment is processed, you will receive a follow-up email containing all the necessary participation details.
    If You Are Purchasing Recordings:Once your payment is confirmed, you will receive access links via email to the session recordings and accompanying PDF presentations. You will also be invited to join a Signal chat to connect with other Bootcamp participants upon verification.Please note that access to the materials is valid for 3 months. If you do not receive the email, please check your spam folder or contact us at ycnega.detarbilac%40o.anyri

  • Defence Tech Comms Bootcamp: Global Edition will be conducted entirely in English, with all handout materials provided in English.

  • Sessions begin at 6:00 PM (Kyiv time) and typically last 60–90 minutes. The exact duration may vary depending on the speaker.

  • All lectures are conducted online via Zoom. Meeting details and instructions will be sent to you by email in advance.

  • All sessions are recorded (except for the last Q&A session) and available for 3 months after the Bootcamp. Bonus: after each session, participants receive a summary with key takeaways and speaker presentations.

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 program has already trained over 70 participants across two cohorts, with support from BAE Systems and CSG.
Among its featured speakers are industry leaders from NATO, BAE Systems, CSG, Presto Tech Horizons, leading law firms, accelerators, and 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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