U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has partnered with industry to host an annual Conference in Tampa, FL for more than a decade–the conference has traditionally been known as USSOCOM's annual industry-focused conference. In 2021, USSOCOM decided to expand the event to a broader convention for the entire SOF Community, akin to an “AUSA National Meeting” for the U.S. Army or the “AFA National Convention” for...

The 7th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit (MIL AM) & Technology Showcase is America's premiere military, aerospace and defense 3D printing event featuring senior level government acquisition priorities & advanced technological presentations on cutting-edge innovations across the AM community. Each year this preeminent event provides an opportunity for military, government & industry professionals alike to connect, colla...

December 7-8, 2022 | Chester H. Ferguson Law Center, Tampa, FL The 11th Annual SOF & Worldwide Operations Symposium will convene senior level leaders and decision makers from across the Special Operations Forces community, regional combatant commands, Department of State, the IC, academia, and industry to focus on the initiatives and imperatives required to prepare U.S. Special Operation Commands for the future battlespace amid highly adap...

DSI’s 6th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit is designed as an educational “Town Hall” forum, where thought leaders & key policymakers across military services, defense agencies, & civilian organizations can come together for actionable discussions & debate. This year’s Summit will focus on the current/future advancements made in the 3D printing space as well as how the DoD is working to quickly i...

DSI’s 5th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit is designed as an educational “Town Hall” forum, where thought leaders & key policy-makers across military services, defense agencies, & civilian organizations can come together for actionable discussions & debate. This year’s Summit will focus on the latest 3D printing technologies being developed & the push across the DoD to provide rapid equipmen...

U.S and international special operations leaders will once again gather, with COVID19 safety precautions, at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay. The event will include limited expo opportunities, Professional Development (Pro-Dev) sessions, and a line-up of engaging speakers. Highlights Include: Robust agenda to include a Professional Development Day, SOF for Life Transition Seminar, Speed Networking (exclusive to Corporate Partners), interactive panel...

DSI’s 2020 Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase is designed as an educational & training “Town Hall” forum, where thought leaders & key policy-makers across Military services, defense agencies, & civilian organizations can come together for actionable discussions & debate. This year’s summit will focus on the latest revolutionary technologies & innovations being developed...

Please join Women in Defense Greater Tampa Bay Chapter for the “Get Informed Luncheon” with guest speaker Dr. Lisa Costa, topic: Leading Data Driven Global Networks Networking opportunities begin at 11:30 followed by chapter announcements and Dr. Costa's presentation at noon. The lunch will consist of a 3-course meal with coffee and tea. A special thank you to Women In Defense of Tampa Bay Gold Sponsors Booz Allen Hamilton Jacobs O...

The Special Operations & Irregular Warfare summit is now, SOF & Worldwide Operations Symposium. In line with National Defense Strategy, DoD is working to institutionalize its approach to Irregular Warfare across the entire Department to meet the demands of an evolving and increasingly complex security environment. While IW remains a core element of Special Operations, the modern great power competition requires the SOF strategy to focu...

According to recent reports, the aerospace and defense 3D printing market is expected to surpass $4 billion by 2023 and is projected to increase 23.2 percent annually over the next five years. Manufacturers across a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, aerospace, high tech, and medical products, are all piloting and using 3D printing technologies today. The US Military is taking advantage of these 3D printed components by integr...