Paradox Public Relations Named Official Media Partner for BRAVE1 Defense Tech Valley Summit

Partnership will amplify Ukraine's fast-growing defense-tech ecosystem at the Lviv summit, September 16–17, 2025

LVIV, Ukraine, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Paradox Public Relations, a U.S.-based strategic communications firm with offices in New York City and Washington D.C., today announced it has been selected as the official media partner for the BRAVE1 Defense Tech Valley Summit, taking place September 16–17, 2025 in Lviv. The collaboration will drive international visibility for Ukraine's defense-innovation leaders, startups, and investors convening at the summit.

"Paradox is honored to support BRAVE1's mission and showcase the companies building technologies that strengthen Ukraine's security and resilience," says Davis Richardson, Founder of Paradox Public Relations. "After attending our first BRAVE1 summit in February in Kyiv, and seeing the innovation underway from Ukrainian entrepreneurs and military service-members, we knew we had to get involved. This partnership aligns with our commitment to elevate frontier-market innovators and ensure their stories reach decision-makers across government, industry, and finance."

With a nod to California's Silicon Valley as a longstanding hub of tech innovation, BRAVE1's Defense Tech Valley positions Ukraine as an emerging global powerhouse in artificial intelligence, drone production, and electronic warfare systems. Confirmed speakers include Ukraine's Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov, European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius, and IQT International Managing Director Clayton Williams.

"Partnering with Paradox helps global audiences understand the scale, ingenuity, and readiness of Ukraine's defense-tech sector," says BRAVE1 Head of Investor Relations Artem Moroz. "Together, we aim to catalyze investment, partnerships, and adoption of battlefield-proven capabilities."

As official media partner, Paradox will lead international media relations before, during, and after the Summit, while coordinating on-site interviews with founders, technologists and officials. The partnership follows Paradox's on-the-ground initiatives in support of Ukrainian cultural preservation, including sponsorship of last month's Bouquet Kyiv Stage festival at the iconic UNESCO-site Saint Sophia, and the award-winning media campaign (SABRE) 'Preserving Art in Crisis' which promoted Ukrainian artists at immersive events at Old Sessions House in London in partnership with Art Shield and Ukrainian nonprofit Dom Master Klass. 

About BRAVE1 Defense Tech Valley Summit

The BRAVE1 Defense Tech Valley Summit convenes Ukraine's leading defense-technology founders, engineers, investors, and policymakers to accelerate development, procurement, and scale-up of mission-critical capabilities. The two-day program features product demonstrations, startup showcases, expert panels, and B2G/B2B matchmaking focused on rapid deployment and international collaboration.

About Paradox Public Relations

Paradox Public Relations is a strategic communications firm advising frontier-market leaders, emerging technology companies, and institutions at the intersection of global policy and innovation. With award-winning campaigns and deep operational experience in Ukraine, Paradox PR specializes in narratives that move markets, shift mindsets, and drive public interest. Paradox is also a registered lobbyist on behalf of BRAVE1.

Media Accreditation & Inquiries

Members of the press seeking credentials, interviews, or background materials for the BRAVE1 Defense Tech Valley Summit should contact:

Media Contact (Paradox Public Relations)
Davis Richardson
[email protected]

SOURCE Paradox Public Relations