CANA Made Waves at the 92nd MORS Symposium!

We said we were going to make waves at the 92nd MORS Symposium... and WE MADE WAVES! CANA's time at the MORS Symposium was a memorable one, and we have some of our CANAers who attended MORS here to tell you about their experience.

Connor McLemore, Walt DeGrange, Nick Ulmer, and Renee Carlucci

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Connor McLemore, Principal Operations Research Analyst

"At the 92nd Military Operations Research Society Symposium in Monterey, California, I presented my research on enhancing the defense of commercial and military shipping against attacks using one-way drones and missiles. Much of the world’s container ships now avoid critical routes, such as the Red Sea, due to security threats. The model I demonstrated explores a more sustainable defense strategy by evaluating the effectiveness of systems of various multi-domain unmanned defensive systems. This model assesses different combinations of unmanned systems and subsystems—such as sensors, weapons, energy transfer packages, and communication tools—under varying conditions to determine the optimal deployment for maximizing the probability of neutralizing drone and missile threats. The approach demonstrated aims to provide a cost-effective and efficient method for securing maritime commerce against persistent threats. My two presentations on this model were well attended, and many good questions were asked. It was also wonderful catching up with old friends out on the town as well. I look forward to MORS next year!"

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Renee Carlucci, Principal Operations Research Analyst

"As one of the three co-founders of the Women In MORS Community of Practice, I was thrilled to help lead a networking special session at the start of the 92nd MORS Symposium and meet so many operators in our field. At the end of the session, we set out a networking bingo challenge that was taken up and won by Rainey Southworth of Naval Systems, Inc.

Renee with the networking bingo winner, Rainey Southworth, of Naval Systems, Inc. at the beautiful Monterey aquarium.

Later in the symposium, we sponsored a popular professional development session that was led by Dr. Julie Seton, Technical Presentations: How to Remain Calm, Exude Confidence, and Deliver Succinctly.

WIM COP Leaders at the Networking Special Session

The session touched on key factors necessary to reduce anxiety and increase confidence when preparing for and giving presentations using AIME. Analyzing and thinking through various aspects of a speaking event -- Audience, Instruments, Message, and Environment -- unveils the scary unknown.

Coupled with practice, AIME will alleviate some of the fear, build confidence, and focus on one's message. AIME is a tool developed by Dr. Julie Seton, Indelible Enterprises, LLC, over the years as a communication consultant. I am looking forward to next year’s symposium that will be held at the Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT 9-12 June 2025."

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Walt DeGrange, Senior Director of Analytics

"The 92nd MORS Symposium provided CANA with a unique opportunity to interact with the analytics community. From reconnecting with old acquaintances to forming new relationships, there were many interesting conversations over shared analytics challenges and victories."

Walt at the CANA booth

Connor presenting at MORS

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We can't wait for next year's MORS Symposium. Thank you for having us, MORS!

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