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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.

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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.

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

5th Annual Hypersonic Weapons & Emerging Technologies Summit
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-29 | Huntsville, AL
Join us to gain mission-critical intelligence on U.S. hypersonic programs like Dark Eagle, assess how China’s global-strike platforms and Russia’s Arctic launches are reshaping deterrence, and explore breakthrough innovations – from solid fuel ramjets to dual-mode propulsion – driven by DoD, national labs, and industry leaders. Engage directly with senior decision-makers as calls intensify for streamlined acquisition and centralized leadership.

At ACI’s Hypersonic Weapons & Emerging Technologies Summit, immerse yourself in the momentum redefining the battlespace. This is where senior defense officials, leading engineers, and top-tier contractors align on the technologies, testing, and integration efforts shaping tomorrow’s high-speed, precision-strike capabilities. From propulsion and materials breakthroughs to counter-hypersonic defense and global deterrence strategy, this summit delivers the actionable intelligence and connections to stay ahead in the race for hypersonic superiority.

To view this year’s agenda and to learn more, visit the conference website: https://bit.ly/3Y84Cry

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.
