About this Event
Defense Tech Exports Seminar & Site Visit to Leonardo Helicopters
Wednesday, October 21st
Join the Pennsylvania Global Business Advisors (GBA) for a timely international business seminar and tour that cuts through the noise and delivers real-world insights on the shifting international defense industry. This session is designed for globally-minded business leaders who work in and around the defense industry. Following the seminar and panel discussion, guests will enjoy a special guided tour offering a unique behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's leading aerospace and defense manufacturers.
This special seminar and tour is proudly presented in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic District Export Council, the US Commercial Service, Leonardo Helicopters, BusinessPA, and The World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia!
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Event details:
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 8:30 to 12:30 (Seminar Followed by a Tour of Leonardo Helicopters)
Breakfast Seminar: The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale
3801 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Tour: Leonardo Helicopters
3050 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Event Schedule:
8:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Seminar & Panel Discussion
11:00 a.m. Tour of Leonardo Helicopters
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Event Speakers:
- Adam Say, Advanced Cooling Technologies (ACT)
- Deanna Clark, Clark-Esposito Law Firm, New York
- Tony Pu, US Commercial Service
- Amy Sahm, PA Global Business Advisors
- William Gaertner, Esq, Leonardo Helicopter U.S. Corporation
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Note: Following the breakfast seminar, guests will travel in their own vehicles a short distance to the Tour facility. ID will be required, as well as passports for foreign nationals (please contact Wilfred if this is the case), and an FOD awareness form will need to be signed by all participants. The tour will include walking and climbing stairs. More information will follow after registration!
RSVP: Reservations required by Sunday, October 18, and please register here! Cost is $25.
This is an exceptional opportunity to connect with business leaders, strengthen international relationships, and experience innovation in action as you gain valuable insights into international partnerships, supply chain development, technology innovation, and market expansion strategies shaping the future of defense and aerospace industries.
We hope to see you on October 21!
Please contact Wilfred Muskens of GBA with questions!
Event venue & nearby stays
The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, 3801 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, United States
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