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August 2025 |
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This month at IMA, we’re spotlighting bold ideas, breakthrough innovations, and visionary leaders shaping the future. From IMPACT 25 in Washington, D.C. to cutting-edge aerospace, AI governance, and space law, these stories highlight the people and companies redefining tomorrow’s economy. We are also celebrating powerful advancements in healthcare technology, real estate education, and mentorship that are creating lasting impact in our communities. Dive in and join us on the frontier of innovation and leadership. |
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Please take a moment to read our partner articles below. Thank you |
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Exclusive Dinner at the National Archives in Washington, DC We are pleased to share a once-in-a-generation opportunity that awaits our select sponsors and delegation during the IMPACT 25 New Frontier Conference in Washington, D.C., presented by Type One Ventures. The Internet Marketing Association (IMA) and IMPACT 25 has been granted exclusive access to host a private dinner and cocktail reception at one of the most sacred institutions in the nation: The National Archives.
“A Night in the Heart of American History” For one extraordinary evening, the doors of the National Archives will open exclusively for select sponsors and members of our conference delegation, which will include New Frontier leaders in Space, Ai, Digital Curencies, Robotics, Biotech, Quantum, Defense, Energy, Manufacturing, and Transportation. The National Archives is not just a museum — it is a monument to freedom, housing the founding documents that shaped the United States and changed the course of world history. Located on Constitution Avenue in the heart of D.C., the Archives preserves the original:
- Declaration of Independence And other rare documents, letters, and treaties that have defined democracy for centuries. These artifacts are normally viewed by the public behind velvet ropes—but at our dinner, select sponsors and delegates will receive a private guided tour, including exclusive access to the Rotunda, the sacred chamber where these documents are enshrined. The evening will include: A cocktail reception in the Archives’ historic Grand Lobby followed by a seated formal, candlelit dinner in the Rotunda of the Charters of Freedom — a setting rarely made available, reserved only for heads of state and national dignitaries. In addition, we will have a special keynote speaker who will reflect on the intersection of innovation, policy, and America’s role in shaping the future GDP by adding trillions in economic stimulus. We are also proud to announce today that Pepperdine University and Salesforce.com have joined as official sponsors of IMPACT 25. Both organizations are sending top leadership in Policy and Artificial Intelligence to join our growing ecosystem of influential minds charting a new path forward at our conference. This evening at the National Archives will be more than a celebration—it will be a declaration of what’s next. To stand beneath the founding documents of our nation while defining the blueprint for the next century is both a privilege and a responsibility. To be part of IMPACT25 please inquire within. To our legacy and collective future! |
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Join the Movement: IMPACT 25 will unite global leaders from across entrepreneurship, engineering, policy, venture capital, and the creative sectors to shape the industries fueling tomorrow’s GDP. From AI and quantum to advanced robotics, nuclear fusion, defense, and space, this gathering offers a powerful cross-sector platform for collaboration, policymaking, and strategic investment.
Powered by the IMA’s signature magic and hosted at the iconic Hay Adams in Washington, D.C., IMPACT 25 fosters high-impact conversations and intimate policy dialogues. The mission: to bridge innovation and governance, accelerate the deployment of next-gen industries, and catalyze a more resilient, prosperous global economy. If you're interested in attending, speaking, or sponsoring, I’d love for you to be part of it. For questions, email the IMA team at: ccomer@imanetwork.org For up to the minute updates on IMPACT 25, please visit our website at: impact25.live |
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Swift Engineering Selected To Provide Composites-Based Fuselage for DARPA SPRINT X-Plane Under Development by Bell Textron |
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Swift Engineering, a leading innovator in advanced solutions for unmanned aviation as well as a range of other critical applications, has been selected as a key supplier for the recently announced Speed and Runway Independent Technologies (SPRINT) X-plane program.
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Type One Ventures Featured in Fox Nation’s "The Enemy From Above" |
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Type One Ventures Partners Tarek Waked and Abdo Hajj John are featured in the new Fox Nation series “The Enemy From Above”, hosted by Maria Bartiromo. In this follow-up to her acclaimed Underwriting the Enemy, the series investigates China’s escalating space ambitions—and the U.S. response. Tarek and Abdo offer a rare investor’s perspective on the space economy, providing insight into the commercial frontier amid rising geopolitical tensions. Now streaming on Fox Nation.
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The AI Governance Gap: In “The AI Governance Gap: Why CISOs Can’t Afford to Stay on the Sidelines,” featured in IT Business Net, CISOSHARE CEO Mike Gentile speaks on how generative AI is surging ahead in enterprise, yet fewer than 10% of organizations have formal governance. It’s a blind spot security leaders can no longer ignore. This article lays out a pragmatic framework for CISOs to lead AI governance—by asking the right questions, embedding oversight into deployment, and transforming from gatekeepers into strategic enablers. A valuable resource for any security team navigating the AI era.
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Space Law: Featured in: Orange County Business Journal, Leader Board
In this OCBJ Leader Board, appellate attorney and LMU Loyola Law School professor M.C. Sungaila explores how space law is rapidly evolving to keep pace with the booming commercial space race, and how Orange County remains a key player in the new space economy. From her father’s role at mission control during Apollo 13 to today’s legal questions surrounding space tourism, asteroid mining, and lunar settlements, Sungaila blends legacy and legal foresight.
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EEG Breakthrough: LVIS Corporation Launches AI Platform That Simplifies Ambulatory Review for Effortless Clinical Workflows |
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LVIS Corporation has announced a major enhancement to its unparalleled NeuroMatch platform with the release of full ambulatory EEG capabilityan advancement that promises to streamline one of the most cumbersome and time-intensive processes in neurology.
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Chapman University and Industry Titans Transform Real Estate Education with Innovative 'Mobile' Class Experience
Chapman University is breaking new ground in real estate education with its Navigating Challenging Real Estate Times course. The goal? To provide students with extensive real-world learning experiences led by distinguished industry professionals.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of OC & IE Receives $1 Million Grant from CalOptima Health to Address Homelessness Through Mentorship
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & the Inland Empire (BBBS OC/IE) has been awarded a $1 million grant from CalOptima Health to expand its mentorship programs as a long-term, preventive strategy for youth facing housing insecurity in Orange County.
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