Paterson Aerospace Systems (PAS) is pleased to announce the formation of a Mentor-Protégé Agreement with AIS under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Mentor-Protégé Program. This strategic partnership aims to leverage AIS’s extensive experience and expertise to foster the growth and development of PAS, enhancing its capabilities and competitive edge in the aerospace industry. The Mentor-Protégé Agreement will be officially signed at an upcoming Coffee & Concepts event hosted by the Griffiss Institute, taking place on Thursday, July 18, at 10am at the MVCC thINCubator, located at 326 Broad Street, Utica, NY.
The SBA Mentor-Protégé Program is designed to encourage large businesses to provide various forms of assistance to eligible small businesses, promoting economic growth and ensuring a more dynamic and inclusive marketplace. Through this partnership, PAS will benefit from AIS’s guidance in areas such as business development, technical knowledge and contracting.
“AIS’s proven track record and deep expertise will be invaluable in helping us achieve our strategic goals and expand our footprint in the aerospace sector,” said Kaylon Paterson, CEO at PAS. “We are excited about the opportunities this agreement with AIS will bring to our company.”
Kaylon Paterson, CEO of Paterson Aerospace Systems (left) and Charles Green, CEO of Assured Information Security (AIS) (right) will sign a Mentor-Protégé Agreement at an upcoming Coffee & Concepts event hosted by the Griffiss Institute, taking place on Thursday, July 18, at 10am at the MVCC thINCubator, located at 326 Broad Street, Utica, New York.
AIS, a recognized, local leader in the field of cyber and information security, will provide PAS with mentoring that encompasses a wide range of business and technical disciplines. This collaboration is expected to improve PAS’s operational processes and open new avenues for growth and innovation.
“We are committed to helping the PAS team reach new heights by sharing our industry knowledge and invaluable lessons learned,” said Charles Green, CEO at AIS. “Together, we aim to drive significant advancements in aerospace technology and security, a research area I’m truly passionate about.”
Paterson and Green will be presenting an in-depth discussion about the Mentor-Protégé Agreement at an upcoming Coffee & Concepts event, taking place on Thursday, July 18, at 10am at the MVCC thINCubator, located at 326 Broad Street, Utica, New York. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about both organizations and the significance of this partnership. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry experts and peers. Learn more: www.griffissinstitute.org/event/coffee-and-concepts-to-go-2/.
About Paterson Aerospace Systems
Founded in 2019, PAS was developed to reduce the negative impact the Aerospace Industry has on the resources of the Earth and other operational environments. The team is comprised of professional engineers and scientists with a passion for protecting environmental assets for safer and cleaner space exploration. Learn more: www.patersonaerospace.com.
