Join NDIA’S Emerging Technologies Institute for an extraordinary inaugural event Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference & Exhibition. The event is scheduled to take place from August 28 to 30, 2023, at the prestigious JW Marriott Washington DC.

The conference aims to bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators from around the world, fostering discussions on the latest advancements and applications of emerging technologies in defense. Gain valuable insights into the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of defense and security.

We strongly encourage you to register NOW and be a part of this incredible event before spaces fill up!

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Accommodations

The upcoming conference has a limited block of rooms available at a discounted rate of $199/night at the JW Marriott in Washington DC. These discounted rates will be available until Saturday, August 5, but it is possible that they may sell out before that date. So, make sure to book your room as soon as possible to take advantage of the exclusive offer.

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Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities

Prime exhibit space is going quickly! Book your exhibit space today by visiting the exhibits website and click “Buy A Booth” on the main menu bar.

Sponsorships are a great way to enhance your presence at this inaugural conference. The top two Premier sponsorships have sold but there are still many opportunities to gain more exposure. Click here to view the remaining sponsorship opportunities.

Contact Allison H. Carpenter at ahcarpenter@NDIA.org to secure your exhibit space and sponsorship today.

About the Conference

By attending this conference, you will have the opportunity to:

Hear directly from technology and acquisition leaders in government, industry, and academia about acquisition and contracting opportunities, as well as cutting-edge technology innovations.

The Honorable
Kathleen Hicks
Deputy Secretary of Defense

The Honorable
Dr. William LaPlante
Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment

Admiral John Aquilino
US Indo Pacific Command

The Honorable
Christopher Lowman
Assistant Secretary of Defense
(Sustainment)

Dr. Stefanie Tompkins
Director, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

Lt. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski
USAF, Director for Logistics,
the Joint Staff

The Honorable
Heidi Shyu
Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering

The Honorable
Gabe Camarillo
Undersecretary of the Army

Doug Beck
Director, Defense
Innovation Unit

Jason Zander

Executive Vice President of the Strategic Missions and Technologies, Microsoft

Chris Miller

Author of Chip War

Associate Professor of International History, Fletcher School, Tufts University

Dr. Laura D. Taylor-Kale
DOD Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (OUSD(A&S))

BG Frank J. Lozano

Program Executive Officer (PEO),
Missiles and Space,
Redstone Arsenal, AL

Participate in insightful panel discussions and informative keynote presentations by industry and government experts on critical emerging technology areas.
Network with peers, exchange ideas, and form valuable connections.
Connect with top vendors and suppliers who will be displaying the latest technologies and solutions.
And much more!

The Hon. Heidi Shyu, Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, highlights the importance of the conference.

“With the cooperation of my team, NDIA is putting together a technology conference where government and industry will discuss how to rapidly move emerging technologies and capabilities into the hands of our warfighters. The conference’s focus will be on important mission areas, including Contested Logistics, Counter UAS, Operational Energy, and Game-Changing Technologies. My team and I are looking forward to participating in the event.”

Thank you to our Premier Sponsors

What is ETI (Emerging Technologies Institute)?

The National Defense Industrial Association’s Emerging Technologies Institute (ETI) performs research, hosts events, and bolsters public awareness through educational products and webinars focused on defense technology modernization and innovation. For more information on ETI activities, visit our website .

Dates

August 28 – 30, 2023

Location

JW Marriott Washington, DC 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

Contact

Undral Dalai
Meeting Manager
udalai@NDIA.org

National Defense Industrial Association
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22201