Join us for a day full of discussions on everything data integration, quality and analytics, and AI for U.S. Federal, and State and Local government agencies, as well as K-12 and Higher Education organizations. We’re crafting the agenda as we speak, but this year you will hear from: Qlik’s CEO and Vice President of Federal Executives from the Defense Logistics Agency, the United States Coast Guard and the Department of Veterans Aff...

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. Disc...

Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) & Modernization Update provides the opportunity to personally network and share technical research to approximately 2,000 attendees. Scientists and engineers from government, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Michigan Chapter’s 16th Annual GVSETS & Modernization Update, in coordination wit...

This event will increase awareness of Indo-Pacific operational challenges, capability needs, and partnerships with key players in industry, academia, and other government organizations. The Irregular Warfare Symposium will allow SOF regional and maritime commands to convene, focus on interoperability, build and strengthen international partnerships, and continue to educate industry on current capability gaps.

The NDIA Space Division and Rocky Mountain Chapter are pleased to announce the 5th Annual Space Warfighting Integration Forum (SWIF). Bringing together leaders from industry, government, and academia, SWIF 2024 promises to further the discussion on space warfighting visions, requirements, and existing and emerging capabilities. Attendees will be sure to hear from top USSPACECOM and USSF leadership in both unclassified and classified forums, as...

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, law enforcement agencies face a multitude of cybersecurity challenges that demand innovative solutions and collaborative strategies. This panel will convene federal officials alongside industry leaders and academic experts to dissect the evolving landscape of cyber threats and vulnerabilities confronting law enforcement operations. Through a nuanced exploration of proactive prevention meas...

The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) - Colorado Springs Chapter will host the 14th Annual Peak Cyber Symposium on September 11th & September 12, 2024 (Exhibit & Speaker Dates). Peak Cyber will take place this year downtown at the Antlers Hotel, Colorado Springs, CO. The Hiring Event, held in conjunction with Peak Cyber, will take place on September 10th at the Antlers Hotel. The 14th Annual Peak Cyber Symposium is design...

The 7th Annual Directed Energy Symposium will convene leading experts, policymakers, leaders, and innovators across the Directed Energy community to explore the latest advancements and applications in directed energy systems and technologies to support the Warfighter and national defense objectives. Discussions at the event will provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of directed energy warfare and the associated opportunities an...

The Air & Space Forces Association’s National Convention is an exciting opportunity for AFA delegates from around the world to come together and shape our future. Following in the footsteps of our country, we are governed by our National Convention body under the structure of the AFA Constitution. An elected Board of Directors has the authority to take action between National Conventions.

 

Over 160 delegates gathered for the 2023 National Convention. These AFA Field Leaders attended various workshops, shared best practices, celebrated outstanding units and volunteers at the 2023 Field Awards Dinner, and cast their important votes for open AFA Board positions.