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6th Annual Human Performance & Biosystems Summit
2024-06-12 - 2024-06-13 | Sunset Room, National Harbor, MD
DSI’s 6th Annual Human Performance & Biosystems Summit will convene senior level experts and decision makers from across the DoD, Military Research Labs, Industry, and Academia for in-depth discussions on the latest advancements and innovations in human performance capabilities that ensure the peak performance and health of the Warfighter. The 2024 Summit will highlight current and future efforts to strengthen the physical, mental, nutritional, and social fitness of the Joint Force to optimize performance and maximize potential.

15th Advanced Forum on DCAA & DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance & Audits
2024-06-25 - 2024-06-26 | Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel, Pentagon City, Virginia
June 25-26, 2024 | Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel, Pentagon City, VA

For 15 years, ACI’s Forum on DCAA & DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance & Audits provides government contractors with the opportunity to deeply discuss the most critical compliance issues, hear from senior government officials, and benchmark best practices with the industry. This unique conference is specifically focused on challenges faced by government contractors, their advisors and industry experts working in procurement, government compliance, cost pricing, and audit.

Keynote speakers are Debbra Caw (Defense Contract Audit Agency) and John M. Tenaglia (U.S. Department of Defense). The speaker faculty also includes top executives from Leidos, Northrop Grumman, CACI International, L3Harris, Accenture Federal Services, EY, Baker Tilly,

Co-chaired by Luis Ambroggio (General Manager and VP Legal and Compliance, International SOS), Jennifer Flickinger (Partner, HKA) and Mark Smith (Chief Government Compliance Officer, BAE Systems), this year’s program covers:

Update on Current Activities at the CASB
Government Compliance Best Practices
Data Analytic and Artificial Intelligence Consideration
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program Proposal
Prime-Sub Relationship Tips for Success
Unilateral Changes in Cost Accounting Practices
CAS Audits

Attend the Advanced Forum on DCAA & DCMA on June 25-26, 2024, at the Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel in Pentagon City, VA. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/3VJg3Wl.

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2024 NATIONAL HOMELAND SECURITY CONFERENCE
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-25 | Miami Beach, FL, Miami Beach, FL
The National Homeland Security Conference brings together professionals in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Fire and Emergency Management. They include officials in federal agencies, nonprofit agencies, business owners, universities and decision makers to learn about emerging trends in homeland security and see the new equipment and technology available to support their mission. Last year’s conference was ground breaking for exhibitors and attendees. #NHSC2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center promises to deliver another record breaking experience.

Joint Air Survivability Summit
2024-07-31 - 2024-08-01 | Sunset Room, National Harbor, MD
The 2024 Joint Air Survivability Summit will highlight key threats posed to aerial platforms from adversaries and the innovative technologies or strategies, which may be used to counter them. At this forum, senior level speakers will examine and detail the role of different approaches to enhancing airframe and crew survivability, including threat avoidance, test & evaluation, defensive aids, physical protection, and damage mitigation. Discussions will also center around furthering the role of electromagnetic detectors, effectors, & simulators as defensive aids. This forum will also offer insight into current/future initiatives toward integrating launched effects that aide in extending the organic reach, lethality, and survivability of aerial platforms.

AFCEA TechNet Augusta
2024-08-19 - 2024-08-22 | Augusta Marriott, Two Tenth Street, Augusta, GA, 30901, United States
TechNet Augusta 2024 gives participants the opportunity to examine and explore the intricacies of the cyber domain. With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry experts, the conference is designed to open the lines of communication and facilitate networking, education and problem solving. Leaders and operators also discuss the procurement challenges the military, government and industry face during a time of uncertain budgets and runaway technology advances.

15th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit
2024-09-03 - 2024-09-06 | Washington, DC
Join over 2500 attendees and 200+ top speakers participating in more than 40 sessions and breakouts at the 15th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit, the leading government cybersecurity summit.
Top firesides will feature:

Paul Abbate, Deputy Director, FBI
General CQ Brown, Jr., Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
Amb. Nathaniel Fick, Ambassador at Large, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, U.S. State Department
Juliane Gallina, Deputy Director, Directorate of Digital Innovation, CIA
General Timothy D. Haugh, United States Air Force, Commander, United States Cyber Command, Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service
Clare Martorana, Federal Chief Information Officer, Office of Management and Budget
Felicity Oswald OBE, Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Margaret (Margie) Palmieri, Deputy Chief Digital Artificial Intelligence Officer, CDAO

Come to network and learn the latest cybersecurity trends, best practices and threats at the leading government cybersecurity summit, now entering its 15th year.

9th Annual Counter Insider Threat Symposium
2024-09-04 - 2024-09-05 | National Housing Center, Washington, D.C.
The 9th Annual Counter Insider Threat Symposium will bring together leaders and experts across the private sector and federal government to discuss the current insider risk environment, as well as the technologies and policies necessary to disrupt and dismantle those threats and safeguard sensitive information.
As organizations of all sizes continue to face data breaches and unauthorized disclosures because of insider threats, it has become increasingly important to ensure sufficient investments are being made in advanced counter insider threat programs. Organizations must look at behavioral, financial, and cultural indicators in addition to implementing adequate data security measures. Attendees will hear from leaders, experts and partners from across the public and private sectors about the need for the development and implementation of a robust counter insider threat strategy across the public and private sectors.

3rd Annual AI for Defense Summit
2024-09-11 - 2024-09-12 | National Housing Center, Washington, D.C.
DSI’s 3rd Annual AI for Defense Summit, occurring September 11-12, 2024 at the National Housing Center in Washington, DC will bring together members of the Department of Defense, military services, federal government, IC, industry, and academia to explore the revolutionary role of artificial intelligence in advancing defense capabilities, generating the decision advantage, accelerating digital transformation, and supporting national security.

AFA’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-18 | 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.

13th Military Tactical Communications Summit
2024-09-25 - 2024-09-26
The 13th Annual Military Tactical Communications Summit will bring together top experts and decision makers from the DoD, Military Services, Industry, and Academia for comprehensive discussions focused on upgrading tactical communications and improving network capabilities to support the Joint Force. The 2024 Summit will aim to advance rapid, resilient, affordable, and unified communication capabilities to enable sustained mission success across all domain.

Practical Forum on Advanced EAR Compliance
2024-09-25 - 2024-09-26 | Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile Suites, Chicago, IL
Practical Forum on Advanced EAR Compliance

September 25-26, 2024 | Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile Suites, Chicago, IL

ACI’s inaugural Practical Forum on Advanced EAR Compliance, scheduled for September 25 – 26 in Chicago, presents an unparalleled opportunity gain best-in-class EAR compliance protocols amid an environment of geopolitical unsteadiness, technology tensions, cyber risk and increased enforcement risks.

Why you can’t afford to miss out:

Critical BIS and OFAC Updates: Stay up to-speed on how the agencies are working together-and ask your questions!
Gain Practical Know-How for Your Daily Work – from BIS Part 732 “Know Your Customer” Guidance, 34.9 (f) Russia Sanctions to Anti-Boycott and 15 CFR Part 760 of the EAR – and Beyond!
New EAR Compliance Best Practices: 16+ sessions featuring seasoned in-house EAR practitioners on how to strengthen and evolve your program.
Expand Your Network and Sounding Board: Meet a cross-industry audience of professionals and forge invaluable relationship that can endure after the conference.

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7th National Forum on FOCI
2024-09-30 - 2024-10-01 | The National Union Building, Washington, DC, Washington, D.C.
American Conference Institute’s 7th National Forum on FOCI will provide the opportunity to gain practical takeaways for managing heightened national security threats for companies under Foreign Operation, Control or Influence.
This year’s conference co-chairs include Richard Ray (FSO / TCO / ITPSO, Eutelsat America Corp.) and Heather L. Finstuen (Partner, Covington & Burling LLP).
Engage in Critically Important Discussions on Pressing, High Stakes Issues, Including:
• Cybersecurity Mitigation and CUI: Preparing for your CMMC Assessment and Ensuring Your FOCI Company Can Demonstrate Compliance
• Vulnerability Assessments and Self-Inspections: What Can Generate the Best Possible Outcome – and What Has Fallen Short
• The Nuanced Roles of Outside Director and Proxy Holder Roles: Balancing Stakeholder and National Security Interests
• FOCI and Cybersecurity Breach Action Plan: Tailoring Your Incident Response to Meet Mitigation Security Requirements and Breach Policy
• Business and Security Leaders Panel: The Role of C-Level Executives in FOCI Mitigated Companies
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National Summit on Training, Modeling, & Simulation
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-08
National Summit on Military Training, Modeling, & Simulation

October 7-8, 2024 | Orlando, FL

American Conference Institute’s National Summit on Military Training, Modeling, & Simulation will delve into the cutting-edge technologies and strategies employed in preparing military personnel for the complexities of modern warfare. From immersive simulations replicating battlefield scenarios to advanced modeling techniques analyzing strategic decisions, join us to explore the forefront of defense training methodologies.

This event serves as a premier forum for senior U.S. DoD leaders and NATO partners to explore the evolution of defense training. The summit will facilitate discussions on key topics, including the integration of emerging technologies to enhance user interface, modeling, the adoption of common data environments, LVC architecture, interoperability challenges, cyber security and cloud solutions, and the strategic implications of synthetic training.

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8th Intel IT Modernization Summit
2024-10-09 - 2024-10-10 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
The 8th Annual Intel IT Modernization Summit on October 9-10 in National Harbor, MD. will convene senior level experts, policymakers, and innovators from across the intelligence community, Military services, U.S. government, and industry to highlight advanced technologies and strategies aimed at modernizing IT infrastructure to ensure robust intelligence capabilities.

12th Big Data For Intelligence Symposium
2024-11-13 - 2024-11-14 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
DSI’s 12th Annual Big Data for Intelligence Summit will convene senior leaders from across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, federal government, academia, and industry to discuss the prioritization of data as a strategic asset. In order to maintain the decision advantage in an increasingly complex, dynamic threat landscape, leaders at this Summit will explore how to accelerate data, AI, and analytical capabilities to deliver actionable intelligence at speed and scale.

4th Military Vehicle Systems Summit
2024-11-20 - 2024-11-21 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
The 4th Military Vehicles Systems Summit on November 20-21 in National Harbor, MD. will convene senior level experts and decision makers marking a pivotal gathering for defense professionals to explore the forefront of military mobility. Register today to attend over 15 presentations led by senior experts and take advantage of more than 5 hours of dedicated networking time with exhibitors and peers!

11th Space Resiliency Summit
2024-12-04 - 2024-12-05 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
The 11th Space Resiliency Summit will bring together senior leaders, experts, and innovators to discuss the policies and operations necessary to ensure the safety and resiliency of US-space based assets and missions in an increasingly contested space domain. The 2024 Summit will highlight innovative technologies, strategies, and policies needed to assure continued space superiority for the U.S.

7th Annual Military Aviation & Air Dominance Summit
2025-01-22 - 2025-01-23 | Huntsville, AL
The 7th Annual Military Aviation & Air Dominance will convene senior level experts and decision makers from across the U.S. Military Services, DoD, International Partners, Acquisition Authorities, & Industry for a Joint Service discussion on strategies, initiatives, and emerging capabilities critical for equipping and sustaining the future aviation force. The 2025 Summit will discuss how the Military services, in partnership with industry and global partners, are modernizing aviation platforms and enhancing aircraft technology to ensure sustained air superiority.

Cybersecurity Law and Compliance
2025-01-29 - 2025-01-30 | Hilton Towers Arlington VA, 2425 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
Cybersecurity Law and Compliance
Hosted by the American Conference Institute, the Cybersecurity Law and Compliance conference is taking place on January 29-30, 2025, at the Hilton Towers Arlington, VA.

With new requirements in place from government agencies, ensure your organization’s cybersecurity program is fully incorporating (and reconciling) a complicated web of federal and state requirements and that your company equipped to exceed the expectations and standards of regulators.

Hear from a variety of speakers from companies such as:

Spire Global
Citigroup Inc
BAE Systems Inc
Hudson Insurance Group
Boeing
Ice Miller LLP
GE Aerospace

This is the only conference where you will hear directly from regulators and hear real world strategies from cybersecurity leaders across all industries Join the legal and compliance community at this unprecedented two-day conference on the tough questions and best practices for an uncertain, risky path forward!

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Military Virtual Training & Simulation Summit
2025-02-05 - 2025-02-06 | UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, Orlando, FL
Now in it’s 8th Iteration the official Military Virtual Training & Simulation Summit will provide a forum for members of the DoD, Military Services, Federal Government, Industry, Academia, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss the future of modeling, simulation, and virtual training technologies in preparing Warfighters and decision-makers to be trained, ready, and lethal for the future fight. The 2025 VT&S Summit will aid in advancing the DoD’s ability to deliver virtual environments that provide hyper-realistic training scenarios that enhance warfighter readiness, enable lethality, and enforce battlefield cohesion across the services at all echelons, in all domains.

Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls
2025-02-25 - 2025-02-26 | Hilton Towers Arlington VA, 2425 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
Looking for something more advanced than your average export controls compliance course?

ACI’s 2nd Annual Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls, scheduled for February 25 – 26 in DC., is for those looking to go beyond the basics with an advanced, decision-maker-level course covering the latest best-practices focused on U.S. and foreign export controls compliance strategy amid anticipated increased enforcement.

Benefit from invaluable updates and takeaways from government, industry, and outside counsel. Speakers include:

Matthew Axelrod

Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement, Bureau of Industry and Security

U.S. Department of Commerce

Raj Parekh

Chief of Corporate Enforcement

U.S. Department of Commerce

Nicole D’Avanzo

Assistant General Counsel and Director

General Dynamics

Stephana J. Henry

Global Trade Counsel

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Attend the Advanced Forum on Global Export Controls on February 25 – 26, 2025, at the Hilton Towers Arlington in Washington, DC. Visit https://bit.ly/3BJacZk, to learn more.

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4th Annual Hypersonic Weapons & Emerging Technologies Summit
2025-04-01 - 2025-04-02 | Embassy Suites by Hilton, Huntsville, AL
ACI’s Hypersonic Technology Conference provides a focused platform for government, military, industry, and academia to address operational, technological, and strategic advancements in hypersonic weapons systems and emerging technology. Unlike other events, it emphasizes actionable insights into development, procurement strategies, and cutting-edge R&D.

This year’s summit will analyze the DoD’s strategies to address global hypersonic weapons proliferation, featuring insights into cutting-edge technologies, missile defense systems, and operational challenges in the context of rising competition with Russia and China.

Driven by real-world challenges, the agenda covers critical topics such as:
• Hypersonic missile defense
• System integration
• Global security implications

Attendees will gain essential intelligence to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving field, making it the must-attend event for shaping global security and technological superiority.

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Sea-Air-Space 2025
2025-04-06 - 2025-04-09 | 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.

40th Space Symposium
2025-04-07 - 2025-04-10 | 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.

Identity Management Symposium
2025-04-09 - 2025-04-10 | National Harbor, MD, 151 St George Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
DSI’s 11th Annual Identity Management Symposium will bring together DoD, DHS, the Federal Government and industry leaders to facilitate open dialogue on the latest policy and technology developments impacting the identity and access management sector. Ensuring the integrity of federal accounts and identity is imperative to national security efforts. Strengthened multifactor authentication processes, the adoption of a Zero Trust framework through ICAM foundations, and improved biometrics helps combat reusing stolen credentials and phishing scams, which remain the primary ways attackers access federal organizations to deploy ransomware and mine personal information.

11th National Conference on CFIUS
2025-04-24 - 2025-04-25 | The Madison Hotel, Washington, DC
ACI’s 11th 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.

New topics for 2025 include:
• Interview on Penalties & Enforcement Action
• US Steel Case Study: Is the Scope of National Security and Economic Security Expanding?
• Post-Election Review of Outbound Investment Policy
• AI, ML, Quantum Computing and Connected Vehicles: How Emerging Tech Fits into the CFIUS Landscape
• Spotlight on Private Equity and Venture Capital Investment Fund Structures That Trigger a CFIUS Review

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.

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Modern Day Marine 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-05-01 | Washington, DC
Modern Day Marine showcases the latest innovations in military equipment and systems, designed specifically to address the evolving, expeditionary needs of the Marine Corps.

TechNet Cyber 2025
2025-05-06 - 2025-05-08 | Baltimore, MD
Adversaries have taken to cyberspace to conduct continuous confrontations. Protecting cyber assets requires more than a single entity, it demands multiple organizations. Join them for this three-day event and interact with IT professionals, hear from experts and develop solutions to ensure technology can connect people to information.

Army Aviation Association of America
2025-05-14 - 2025-05-16 | 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.

16th Advanced Forum on DCAA & DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance & Audits
2025-06-17 - 2025-06-18 | Hyatt Centric Arlington, Washington DC
Defense Contractors are Now in Unchartered Territory.

With new DCAA leadership, Executive Orders, and sweeping changes on the horizon, the stakes have never been higher. Protect your bottom line by joining key stakeholders from defense, aerospace, technology, and beyond at ACI’s 16th Annual DCAA & DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance, and Audits—the premier event for cost and pricing, government compliance, audit, and procurement professionals.
Reasons to attend this year’s event include:

• This is the one annual gathering for industry and government that delves into the most pressing, complex cost and pricing issues at the forefront. No watered-down, generic sessions. The agenda content is based on research with industry leaders to ensure that we focus on the big-ticket issues affecting your work.
• With so many developments and more changes to come, this is an especially important time to compare notes and benchmark with your industry peers.
• Benefit from large and smaller-group sessions focused on actionable strategies for you to take back to the office.
• Network with senior executives and forge new connections that can endure well after the conference. This is a pivotal time to expand your sounding board as contractors navigate an uncertain path forward.

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