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Maritime Security Summit
2025-07-23 - 2025-07-24 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
DSI’s Maritime Security Summit will bring together members of the DHS, DoD, State/Local Partners, & Marine Engineering/Technical Solutions Providers to discuss current & future initiatives toward leveraging the innovative capabilities, tools, & technologies needed to enhance the nation’s coastlines, ports, & vessels in support of overall maritime dominance. This Summit will also detail various efforts and partnerships currently underway to bolster situational awareness and combat various threats to maritime critical infrastructure.

C-UAS & Integrated Protection Summit
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04 | Huntsville, AL
Defense Strategies Institute’s 2nd Annual C-UAS & Integrated Protection Summit will bring together members of the Department of Defense, federal government, industry, and academia to explore strategies, technologies, and policies to counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS). As the threat from UAS continues to grow, this Summit will advance efforts to better detect, deter, and neutralize these threats both at home and around the world.

16th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-12 | Washington, DC
Join us at the 16th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit, taking place September 9–12 in Washington, D.C. where we join over 3,000 leaders and 200+ top speakers to tackle the most pressing cyber challenges facing government and critical infrastructure. Access Intelligence is a proud partner of this event.

Register today: https://billingtoncybersummit.com/?utm_source=accessintel&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=16th_Summit

Air, Space & Cyber 2025 Conference
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-24 | Gaylord National Convention Center, Washington, DC
AFA’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference provides first-class professional military development, facilitates sharing of emerging requirements and technologies, and helps fuel connections that advance the cause of air and space power.

The 2025 Air, Space & Cyber Conference will be held September 22-24 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md.

8th National Forum on FOCI
2025-09-29 - 2025-09-30 | Washington, DC
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Join ACI’s 8th National Forum on FOCI – September 29–30 in Washington, DC – and gain the strategic advantage your organization needs to stay ahead of rising compliance risks.

Specifically tailored for FOCI-mitigated companies, this high-level event brings together the most trusted corporate security executives and top outside counsel to share real-world insights and benchmark best practices in today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Don’t miss key takeaways and best practices for handling critically important, high stakes challenges, including:

Navigating Proposed 847 Revisions: Creating Processes and Protocols for Expanded Reporting Requirements
The Nuanced Role of the National Interest Determination (NID): How Companies are Now Structuring and Implementing Mitigation Agreements and Addressing Expected (and Unexpected) Challenges
Classified Contracts and CUI: What DCSA Now Requires in a FOCI Mitigated Landscape
Parent Company Perspectives: How Investors and FOCI Mitigated Partners Successfully Operate Under FOCI Mitigation Arrangements
The Evolving Role of General Counsel in FOCI-Mitigated Companies: First-Hand Insights into the Bigger Picture of FOCI Mitigation
Perspectives from Outside Directors and Proxy Holders: How Outside Directors Are Now Approaching Their Roles to Meet DCSA Expectations
Simplifying and Baselining Your Affiliated Operation Plan (AOP): Practical Takeaways for Mitigating and Managing Affiliated Operations
The Increasing Overlap of CFIUS and DCSA Jurisdictions: Special Considerations for Filing, Reviewing and Transaction Due Diligence

With national security scrutiny intensifying and the spotlight firmly on the “Influence” in FOCI, you’ll walk away with critical takeaways and proven strategies to strengthen your mitigation posture and protect what matters most.

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: https://bit.ly/3H8Dp2w

AUSA 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition
2025-10-13 - 2025-10-15 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt Vernon Place NW 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, 20001
THE ARMY’S MOST POWERFUL EVENT COVERS EVERYTHING YOU NEED – ALL IN ONE PLACE.
The Association of the United States Army’s Annual Meeting is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to deliver the Army’s message by highlighting the capabilities of organizations and presenting a wide range of industry products and services. AUSA accomplishes this task throughout the entire event by providing informative and relevant presentations on the State-of-the-Army, panel discussions and seminars on pertinent military and national security subjects, and a variety of valuable networking events available to all that attend.

Joint Space Operations Summit
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-06 | 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, United States
DSI’s 12th Joint Space Operations Summit (formerly the Space Resiliency Summit) brings together senior leaders from across the DoD, IC, International Partners, & Commercial Space Solution providers to discuss the policies and operations necessary to ensure dominance in the space domain. Attendees will have the chance to hear sessions focused on the future of space defense and how collaborations, particularly joint partnerships, will be key in maintaining space superiority. Leaders will discuss key topics like modernizing space-based surveillance technologies, promoting cooperation between commercial and international partners, and integrating resilient and responsive space capabilities.

7th Conference on China Trade Controls
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-07 | Hilton Towers Arlington VA, 2425 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
U.S.-China Trade Sanctions Compliance Risks Intensify: Are You Prepared?

The U.S. has signaled a ramp-up in enforcement, expanded China sanctions, initiated multiple 232 and 301 investigations on strategic industry sectors, and levied duties on Chinese vessels entering U.S. ports. Chinese authorities meanwhile have formalized their export control systems for dual-use items and critical minerals under the Export Control Law, as well as promulgated regulations to implement the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law.

Exporters are now tasked with the tall order of mitigating known (and unknown) compliance risks with agility while re-examining their global supply chains and business operations.

This November, join all key stakeholders-government, legal and trade compliance professionals from a range of industries, and the best in the trade law bar, including:

Matthew Axelrod, Partner, Gibson Dunn (Immediate Past Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security)
Elizabeth Cannon, Executive Director of the OICTS, Bureau of Industry and Security, S. Department of Commerce
Akash Wasil, AI Fellow, House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, S. House of Representatives

Are you ready for what’s next? Join us this November at ACI’s 7th Conference on China Trade Controls in Arlington and via Livestream for the most practical, up-to-the-minute insights on surviving – and thriving – in this high-stakes landscape.

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: https://bit.ly/3J6K8ei

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Joint Air Survivability Summit
2025-11-12 - 2025-11-13 | 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, United States
DSI’s 2nd annual Joint Air Survivability Summit will convene key decision-makers and innovators from the DoW, Military Services, Industry, & Academia to explore how the joint force is advancing air survivability to enhance platform resilience, reduce vulnerabilities, and ensure mission success in increasingly contested environments. This forum will highlight how the joint force is addressing critical threats to aerial platforms through innovation in threat detection, countermeasure development, and test and evaluation.

Military Vehicle Systems Summit
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-14 | Michigan Central, Detroit, MI, United States
DSI’s 5th Annual Military Vehicle Systems Summit will convene senior level experts and decision makers from across the Military Services, Industry, & Academia to explore current and future innovations in military ground systems. With rapid modernization & continued prototyping remaining a top priority, particularly for platforms such as the XM30 and M-1E3 Abrams main battle tank, it remains critical that DoW leverage commercial innovation to increase the overall lethality, mobility, and survivability of next-gen ground platforms.

Advanced Data Analytics for Warfare & Intelligence Summit
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-04 | 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, United States
DSI’s 13th Annual Advanced Data Analytics for Warfare & Intelligence Summit will convene senior leaders and innovators from the across the Intelligence Community (IC), DoW, federal government, academia, and industry. This educational and professional development event fosters active dialogue on prioritizing data as a strategic asset to maintain intelligence and decision-making advantages over rapidly evolving threats. Speakers will explore how to leverage and accelerate data, AI, and analytical capabilities to generate actionable intelligence at speed and scale.

ACI's Government Contracting Forum on DOD Procurement, Compliance & Innovation
2025-12-04 - 2025-12-05 | Gaylord National Convention Center, Washington, DC
The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) marks the most sweeping rewrite of the Federal Acquisition Regulations in over four decades. As a result, contractors and subcontractors are navigating the intensified focus on domestic sourcing requirements, multi-tiered sourcing provisions and the heightened risk of stop-work orders, contract terminations and settlement processes. However, with change comes opportunity. As the DoD moves to modernize, accelerate awards, streamline regulations and implement preferences for commercial items, the defense industrial base is poised for transformation!

Key topics to be discussed at this year’s event include:
• The real-world implications of the RFO and GSA consolidation efforts on acquisition strategies and contractor compliance
• Tackling the ripple effects of recent Executive Orders on procurement, cybersecurity and supply chain resilience
• How Government and Industry are strengthening cybersecurity, AI and data-decisioning of defense systems – from Zero-Trust Architecture to LLMs and Beyond
• The New Frontier of EO-Related Litigation Risks, exposure and bid protests
• How to address new compliance challenges and grey areas
• Reshaping the operational landscape of the defense industrial landscape
• Mitigating the risk of more contract terminations and stop-work orders
• Chasing the Money – the new realities of securing grants: Where to re-focus your efforts amid evolving federal priorities

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: https://www.americanconference.com/dod-procurement/?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=defensedaily&utm_campaign=F26_awareness

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Surface Navy Association National Symposium
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-15 | Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Surface Warfare: Combat Ready Warfighters for 250 Years
Honoring the heritage of America’s surface force while focusing squarely on the next fight. This theme brings together sailors, Marines, industry, and partners to sharpen readiness—integrating cutting-edge technology, realistic training, resilient logistics, and combat-proven tactics. From lessons learned at sea to innovations on the horizon, we’ll chart how the fleet sustains decisive advantage across contested waters today and tomorrow.

Military Aviation & Air Dominance
2026-01-21 - 2026-01-22 | Huntsville, AL
The 8th Annual Military Aviation & Air Dominance Summit will convene senior-level experts and decision-makers from across the U.S. Military Services, DoW, International Partners, Acquisition Authorities, and Industry for a Joint Service discussion on strategies, initiatives, and emerging capabilities critical for enhancing lethality and restoring the warrior ethos in pursuit of total air dominance. Amid a dynamic and shifting global landscape, the U.S. Military Services are undergoing a strategic reorientation to maintain and expand air superiority over increasingly sophisticated adversaries.

Cybersecurity Law and Compliance
2026-01-28 - 2026-01-29 | DC Bar, Washington, DC, Washington, DC, WA, United States
Cyber threats and compliance risks are too prevalent to ignore. Join us in Washington for two days of unparalleled investigation into cybersecurity programming and compliance.

Bad actors will not wait to strike! And you should not wait to strengthen your organization’s cybersecurity policies.

Enforcement officials continue to intensify regulations, investigations and penalties. Ensure your organization is up to date on the evolving legal landscape. Discover what might be missing in your cyber compliance program before it’s too late.

Providing you with an actionable blueprint for 2026:

First-hand practical insights from real-world cyber attacks
Face-to-face interactions with regulators and enforcer
Practical takeaways for building cyber resilience
Assessing pain points, insurance gaps and avoiding liability
Networking with legal professionals in government and industry

There is no replacement for the in-person benchmarking on what is and isn’t working amid so much geopolitical uncertainty and legal/compliance challenges. This conference comes at a pivotal time where companies are grappling with uncertainty, evolving risks and increasingly sophisticated bad actors; and are coming together as soon as possible to chart the path forward.

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: http://bit.ly/3VxKUUG

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Military Virtual Training & Simulation Summit
2026-01-28 - 2026-01-29 | UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, Orlando, FL
The Official Military Virtual Training and Simulation Event

Defense Strategies Institute’s 9th Annual Military Virtual Training & Simulation Summit will convene leaders from the DoW, Military Services, Federal Government, industry, academia, and other stakeholders to discuss the evolving future of modeling, simulation, and synthetic training. The summit will provide a forum for advancing technologies and strategies that ensure Warfighters and decision-makers remain trained, ready, and lethal for the future fight. The 2026 VT&S Summit will aid in advancing the DoW’s ability to deliver synthetic environments that provide hyper-realistic training scenarios to enhance warfighter readiness, enable lethality, and enforce battlefield cohesion across the services at all echelons, in all domains.

AFCEA West 2026
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-12 | San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA
Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight
Sea Service leaders today confront profound and rapidly changing threats in a landscape of increasingly complex challenges. Join us and engage with leaders from the Navy, Marine Corps and the Coast Guard as well as industry and academia experts in this extraordinary opportunity to explore the depths of the unique issues they confront. Engage in discussions, network with peers and be a part of devising the needed solutions to enhance operational capabilities that overcome evolving threats. Gain knowledge and forge connections while discovering the latest platforms, cutting-edge technologies and advanced capabilities crucial to supporting maritime operations.

AFA Warfare Symposium
2026-02-23 - 2026-02-26 | Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
The Warfare Symposium is a premier professional development event for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and the aerospace and defense industry that supports them, with a focus on the critical concerns and challenges of joint warfare in every corner of the globe. Drawing speakers from USAF, USSF, combatant commands, industry, and the joint force, the symposium provides opportunities to network and explore dynamic exhibits.

Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-25 | Hilton Arlington, VA
The Most Practical, Comprehensive Forum for Global Trade Compliance Leaders

Join senior legal and compliance decision-makers at ACI’s 3rd Annual Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls—the premier event for navigating complex export compliance challenges amid shifting enforcement priorities and geopolitical pressures.

This two-day program offers an advanced-level examination of the most significant developments in export controls, data security, and trade compliance strategy. Benefit from invaluable benchmarking discussions, peer networking, and strategic insights directly from industry leaders and government officials.

New for 2026:

A special focus on the Affiliates Rule—how to operationalize and communicate compliance across global operations.
Deep dives into AI and export compliance, including the lengths and limits of leveraging AI tools under evolving BIS and ITAR frameworks.
Expanded sessions on multi-jurisdictional compliance, data security integration, and emerging diversion risks.

Save 10% with Defense Daily’s discount code: D10-999-DD26. To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: http://bit.ly/4hgAhj8

Joint Space Operations Summit
2026-03-04 - 2026-03-05 | 151 St. George, National Harbor, MD, United States
The 12th Joint Space Operations Summit brings together senior leaders from across the DoD, IC, International Partners, & Commercial Space Solution providers to discuss the policies and operations necessary to ensure dominance in the space domain. Attendees will have the chance to hear sessions focused on the future of space defense and how collaborations, particularly joint partnerships, will be key in maintaining space superiority. Leaders will discuss key topics like modernizing space-based surveillance technologies, promoting cooperation between commercial and international partners, and integrating resilient and responsive space capabilities.

SATELLITE X GovMilSpace
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-26 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt Vernon Place NW 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, 20001
SATShow Week is the industry’s first and largest experience of the year — uniting commercial innovators, government and military decision-makers, and end-users from 110+​ ​countries in Washington, D.C. Anchored by the flagship SATELLITE event and enriched by the dedicated GovMilSpace event, it’s where critical conversations happen and business gets done.

AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition
2026-03-24 - 2026-03-26 | Huntsville, AL
The AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition is the Association of the U.S. Army’s premier three-day event dedicated to advancing the Total Army’s modernization through synergistic collaboration between military, industry, and academia. Anchored in the Army’s Modernization Strategy, Global Force is a vital forum for exploring how the Army evolves to remain Agile, Adaptive, and Lethal in an era of multi-domain challenges.

Unmanned & Autonomous Systems Summit
2026-04-08 - 2026-04-09 | American Institute of Architects, Washington, D.C.
The 14th Annual Unmanned & Autonomous Systems Summit brings together key experts, decision-makers, and innovators from the DoW, Military Services, Industry, and Academia for in-depth discussions on advancements and innovations in unmanned and autonomous technologies essential for the future of military defense and mission success in all combat environments. As the battlespace becomes increasingly defined by drone dominance and the ability to produce, maneuver, and sustain uncrewed systems at scale, this Summit will examine how the DoW is shaping comprehensive drone guidance to ensure operational superiority, responsible integration, and strategic deterrence.

MOSA for Defense & Warfare Summit
2026-04-08 - 2026-04-09 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
Defense Strategies Institute’s 3rd Annual MOSA for Defense & Warfare Summit will provide a forum for members of the DoW, Military Services, Industry, Academia, and other key stakeholders to discuss the warfighting imperative of implementing a modular open systems approach (MOSA) in the design, development, delivery, acquisition, and sustainment of modern defense systems.

Space Symposium 2026
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-16 | The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO
Space Symposium is the premier event uniting global space professionals from all sectors, providing a unique platform to explore critical space issues, foster dialogue, and drive innovation across the space industry.

AAAA Mission Solutions Summit
2026-04-15 - 2026-04-17 | Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center
The annual Summit is the ONLY opportunity for the ENTIRE Army Aviation Community to gather in one place at one time focused solely on Army Aviation issues. There are opportunities to Network, be Recognized, have your Voice heard and Support our Soldiers and their Families.

Highlights: Daily Professional Sessions, Leadership Panels, Hall of Fame Induction Banquet, National Awards, AAAA Community Booth, Soldier Cafe, Soldier Appreciation Dinner Concert, Spouse Programs, Your Next Mission Hiring Event, Networking Cafe, Industry Receptions and much more!

Sea Air Space
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-22 | Gaylord National Convention Center, Washington, DC
Powered by the Navy League of the United States, Sea-Air-Space is the premier maritime exposition in the U.S., bringing together defense industry leaders and top military decision-makers from around the world to share the latest advancements in the maritime domain. With industry leading speakers and events featured across three impactful days, Sea-Air-Space is a must-attend for anyone invested in the future of U.S. maritime strength and innovation.

National Conference on CFIUS
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-23 | Washington, DC
The National Forum on CFIUS is the leading event for professionals navigating the complexities of foreign investment and national security.

As the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) continues to expand its oversight and enforce compliance, it is crucial for legal, compliance, and business leaders to stay ahead of the latest developments. This premier conference provides in-depth discussions on the evolving CFIUS landscape, including filing requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and the impact of new regulations. Attendees will gain exclusive insights from government officials, industry experts, and key stakeholders on how to manage cross-border transactions while safeguarding national security interests.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with thought leaders and equip yourself with the tools needed to navigate CFIUS reviews and mitigate potential risks in an increasingly regulated environment.

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: https://bit.ly/43DvUt0

Modern Day Marine
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-30 | Washington, DC
Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition exclusively targeted to Marines and the Corps. The show floor hosts more than 300 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DoW personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.

GEOINT Symposium
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-06 | Aurora, CO
Join us at the GEOINT Symposium 2026, where we delve into the critical role of geospatial intelligence in building a secure future in Aurora, Colorado.

Explore the intersection of technology and security as we address the challenges and opportunities in today’s complex geopolitical landscape. From land to sea, and from cyberspace to outer space, GEOINT’s impact is felt across every dimension and domain. Engage with industry experts, government leaders, and innovators to discover how geospatial intelligence is shaping a safer world for tomorrow.

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding, foster valuable connections, and stay at the forefront of GEOINT’s transformative advancements. Together, let’s harness the power of geospatial intelligence to build a more secure tomorrow.
