2017 Women In Defense National Conference

Theme : Convening Thought Leaders and Fortifying Connections

The Women In Defense National Conference brings together leading change agents, innovators, and influencers from the military, defense industry, government, and academia. Past trailblazers and speakers include:

• The Honorable Lisa. S Disbrow, Acting Secretary of the Air Force
• The Honorable Katrina McFarland, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics & Technology)
• Major General Heidi Brown, USA (Ret)
• Mrs. Michèle Hizon is the Principal Director for Security Assistance & Equipping (SA&E)
• Dr. Phyllis Schneck of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Ms. Jennifer Walsmith formerly at the NSA, the Honorable Christine Fox, Assistant Director for Policy & Analysis, the John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

This year’s theme is Inspiring Collaboration and Building Connections. This annual one day conference will be attended by 200+ friends, members, civic assets and leaders from across the country dedicated to empowering women as well as creating a more inclusive workforce and secure nation. Hear inspirational remarks from top industry executives and government officials and showcase your business at Women In Defense’s first Employment Expo.