As the role of SOF continues to be re-defined, it is important that forces benefit from the knowledge and experience of those deployed in disparate geographic locations. This Symposium will focus on the importance of creating a global SOF network, whereby operators and support staff across geographic regions have access and connectivity with each other and with SOCOM in order to more effectively conduct operations in support of their discreet...

Now in it's 5th iteration, this non-partisan educational and training Summit is designed as a “Town Hall” full spectrum view towards the DoD & VA’s efforts at an iEHR , along with HIE initiatives across federal, state, and private sectors. The forum encourages a real, pragmatic level of discussion and debate amongst all in attendance. The Sumit will bring together leaders from across the Military Services, VA & Gover...

A non-partisan educational and training Summit designed as a “Town Hall” full spectrum view towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of tactical communication networks. The forum is created to encourage a real, pragmatic level of discussion and debate amongst all in attendance. We will bring together leaders from across the Armed Services & Government Agencies, and the industry and academic leaders that can help them...

EOD/IED & Countermine Symposium Maintaining EOD, IED & Countermine Capabilities Force Structure within a New Environment July 24 – 25, 2013: Alexandria, VA Over the past ten years, continuous IED combat operations have enhanced available technology and training to adapt to the new evolution of threats. Response tactics have also improved to achieve mission success. However, in the persistent conflicts to come for generations IEDs...

DSI’s DoD/VA iEHR and Government HIE Summit is designed as a Town Hall forum where decision makers and end users can come together for actionable discussions and debates. Attendees are expected to have a working knowledge of the subject matter and will include those with the following responsibilities: Chief Technology Officer, Chief Medical Officer Chief Information Officer, Healthcare IT Program Directors, Director of Healthcare IT R ...

The DoD’s vision for unmanned systems is the seamless integration of diverse unmanned capabilities that provide flexible options for Joint Warfighters while exploiting the inherent advantages of unmanned technologies, including persistence, size, speed, maneuverability, and reduced risk to human life. DSI's Unmanned Systems & Robotics Summit will carry the theme of: "Advancing Force Multipliers: Air/Land/Sea Interoperability and Comm...

Expeditionary Operations Symposium America’s Sea-Based Response Force: Mapping the Future March 19-20, 2013 | Alexandria, VA DSI’s Expeditionary Operations Symposium is designed as an educational and training “Town Hall” forum, where thought leaders, policy-makers, military service members, government decision-makers and solution providers can come together for actionable discussions and debate. The symposium will focus...

Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium Advancing CBRN Response, Defense & Technology Readiness March 12 – 13, 2013: Alexandria, VA Confirmed Speakers & Participants: Carmen Spencer, SES - JPEO, Program Executive Officer, Chemical Biological Defense Dr. Robin Robinson - Deputy Assistant Secretary for Preparedness & Response, Director of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, HHS Huban Gowadia - Director, Dom...

Big Data for Defense & Homeland Security January 29 & 30 | Mary M Gates Learning Center - Alexandria, VA DSI’s Big Data for Defense and Homeland Security Symposium is designed as an educational and training “Town Hall” forum, where thought leaders, policy-makers, military service members, government decision-makers and solution providers can come together for actionable discussions and debate DSI's Big Data for Defens...

Special Keynote: The Honorable Michael Sheehan, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict SOF SymposiumBalancing Special Operations Forces to Meet Emerging Global ChallengesThe symposium will focus on improving readiness through cohesive planning, training, doctrine, and policy that support the most appropriate and most effective use of special operations forces.Confirmed Speakers Include: The Honorable M...