The September 13th, 2023 Power Lunch presenter is Drew Hendricks, Regional Engagement Principal for the Oklahoma City office of the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN). A relatively new initiative of the DoD, NSIN offers VC-style funding to potential dual-use (civilian and national security) small companies (under 500 EEs). NSIN is an unrivaled problem-solving network in the U.S. Department of Defense that adapts to the emerging needs of those who serve in the defense of our national security. Dedicated to the work of bringing together defense, academic and entrepreneurial innovators to solve national security problems in new ways.

Drew Hendricks is a consumer and media researcher, business strategist, and communication professional with 16 years of proven ability to collaborate with multiple levels of management and diverse cultural audiences. He possesses a comprehensive background in public relations, journalism, brand management, media theory and communication strategy with specialized training in advertising, content creation, consumer insight development and project management.

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