Military leaders and analysts have focused on the Pacific theater as the next potential conflict zone, with China as the key “pacing threat.” The U.S. Army is increasing its presence in the region while providing support to Ukraine. Enjoy cocktails and networking as Defense One talks with Army leaders about the lessons they’re learning from Ukraine and how it affects the service’s strategies and readiness in the Pacific.

Registration is closed Join us on September 21 to hear Steven McAndrews, NNSA, and Mittal Desai, FERC discuss how their agencies are adopting best practices, techniques, and innovative technology to strengthen the nation’s energy infrastructure and support mission outcomes. This fireside will be followed by a networking reception at the Smoke & Mirrors rooftop bar.

Please join the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) for the inaugural event in the Strategic Landpower Dialogue event series, featuring Secretary of the U.S. Army Christine Wormuth and Vice Chief of Staff of the Army General Randy George. The discussion will explore lessons from the war in Ukraine, the role of ground forces in the Indo-Pacific, Army modernization priorities, and mor...

Welcome to the Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference & Exhibition! At this event, you will have the opportunity to explore and learn about the new emerging technologies that will shape national security for the next century. The conference programming will focus on several of DoD’s highest priority joint mission areas and highlight emerging technologies that are shaping the future of national defense, by gathering government,...

Hosted by American Conference Institute, the 2nd Annual National Congress on Counter UAS Technology returns for another exciting year with curated programming intended to advance discussions and educate delegates on global CUAS threats affecting the Homeland (Commercial & Civil Sectors) including DoD, NATO & Allied Countries. This year’s conference co-chair includes Major Gen USAF-ret James Poss (CEO, ISR Ideas, Formerly Assistan...

FITARA is a fixture in Federal IT and remains an important measure of how agencies are prioritizing modernization. In partnership with Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, Ranking Member of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee’s Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, join us for our FITARA Awards, a complimentary award ceremony and networking reception on March 1 at 5 p.m., to honor Federal IT e...

The Legislative Workshop provides a unique opportunity for Legislative Liaisons and Congressional Affairs Contact Officers from each state, territory, and D.C. to learn about the legislative process and hear from National Guard leaders regarding upcoming priorities and insight on the issues affecting the Guard. The association’s annual Legislative Workshop is set for Feb. 6-7 at the National Guard Memorial Museum, the NGAUS headquarters...

The SOF Imperatives Forum convenes senior U.S. government and military leaders, national security policy professionals, leading academics, and industry executives at the Capitol Visitors in Washington, D.C. to discuss unconventional threats facing Special Operations Forces (SOF) and how the U.S. military and government should respond. The agenda for the Forum is informed by the Global SOF Foundation’s 2023 "Imperatives for SOF" publicati...

AFCEA DC is pleased to bring you our 46th Annual Winter Gala, which will be hosted again at the iconic National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. The annual gala will continue to deliver safe and responsible in-person social networking, featuring timeless traditions and all-new experiences. Combining classic elegance with modern luxury, the Winter Gala brings together more than 1,000 senior leaders from the Department of Defense, Federal IT...

This is a time made for SOF. Threats of uncertain nature with unclear intentions swirl like a dense grey fog. Recent actions by near peer state adversaries clearly demonstrate their desire to fracture international alliances and disrupt international order to achieve revisionist and revanchist goals. But to achieve these goals, adversaries do not rely purely on military power, rather they deploy a wide array of military, economic, technologica...