Industry Consortium

The National Security Data and Policy Institute is UVA’s hub for cutting‑edge data science, AI, and policy research addressing U.S. national security and intelligence challenges. 

Building on a unique partnership with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the Institute connects faculty, students, practitioners, and industry leaders to accelerate applied research, workforce development, and data-driven policy solutions.

The NSDPI Industry Consortium is a tailored group of industry partners who support and collaborate with the Institute to achieve this mission and shared priorities.

The NSDPI values industry partners with national security missions, particularly those that serve (or seek to serve) federal clients. 

We seek innovative technology companies, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence firms, those invested in AI/ML and data infrastructure, cloud and data infrastructure providers, strategic consulting and policy advisory firms, dual-use technology innovation labs, and research accelerators/emerging tech incubators.

Partnering with NSDPI equips consortium members with fresh, actionable insights they can leverage across research, development, and adoption.

Members receive access to:

• Knowledge: Advanced briefings and drafts of NSDPI studies available before public release.
• Collaborative Research and White Papers: Opportunities to engage NSDPI faculty and staff on analyses and policy memoranda that align with shared technical or policy priorities.
• Talent Pipeline: Priority connection to UVA’s undergraduate and graduate technical talent through internships, capstone projects, and targeted recruitment events.
• Thought Leadership: Joint development of op-eds, toolkits, reports, and public events that translate scholarship into actionable insights for the national security community.
• Communities of Interest: Opportunities to participate in “community of interest” meetings with government and academic experts on key emerging technologies.
• Events and Networking: Member-only invitations to roundtables, scenario workshops, and the annual National Security Policy Summit, fostering dialogue with senior government, academic, and industry leaders.
• Visibility: Recognition on NSDPI materials, at marquee events, and on the Institute’s website, with naming opportunities for flagship initiatives and student challenges.

Annual gift of at least $50,000.

To explore this opportunity, please contact Danni Schreffler at dls9cq@virginia.edu.