CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS
Current conferences and meetings of interest to Defense Acquisition readers. Links provided to registration and additional information. Inclusion herein is for informational purposes only and does not in any way imply DAU or Department of Defense endorsement of any particular event or organization. CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS
Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium
Data + AI Summit The Data + AI Summit 2025 will be held June 9–12 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, Calif. The 2025 summit will be presented as a hybrid event, both in-person and vir- tual, and will feature 700+ keynote, data, analytics, and AI sessions. Interact with peers from the data and AI commu- nity and grow your professional network. Event will feature instructor-led, half-day training. Hands-on, lab-based for- mat offers on-site certifications. Register here. VIP GROW The 2025 Veteran Institute for Procurement entrepreneur- ship training program (VIP GROW), offered at no cost to veterans nationwide, will convene June 10–12 at the William F. Bolger Center in Potomac, Md. The program is designed specifically for Service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses interested in accelerating their success in govern- ment contracting. The program dives into real-world strat- egies and best business practices that help veterans gain the practical knowledge and skills needed to not only win government contracts but also maintain them. (Register here) The 2025 Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition will be held June 11–12 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, Va. The DoD supply chain involves procuring, producing, and deliv- ering products and services for military materiel applica- tions, encompassing a complex network of suppliers, inter- nal information flow, and financial transactions. Key areas of focus include ensuring supply chain security, resilience, and mitigating risks like counterfeit materials and cyber threats. Hear directly from industry executives, DoD senior officials, as well as multiple general/flag officers. Register here. DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition
The 16th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Sympo- sium will convene June 3–4 at the Vibrant Arena in Moline, Ill. This year’s theme will be “Innovative Transformations in Defense.” Featuring key industry and government partners, this symposium will bridge the gap between contractors and contracts to foster engaging dialogue and meaningful collaboration. Register here. The Government Innovation Week Federal Conference will take place June 3–4 in Washington, D.C. (venue to be announced). The theme for the 2025 event will be “Con- fronting Exponential IT while Navigating Resource Reali- ties.” Hear from senior-level information, technology, and innovation leaders from throughout the federal government. Engage in high-level discussions between decision-makers and transformation leaders in a peer-to-peer, collaborative, and closed-door setting. Registration will be available soon at this website. Government Innovation Week Federal Conference Mark your calendar now for the TechConnect World Inno- vation Conference and Expo, June 9–11 , at the Austin JW Marriott in Austin, Texas. The theme for the 2025 event will be “25 Years of Accelerating Innovation.” More information will be available soon at this website. Security and Risk Management Summit The 2025 Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit will take place June 9–11 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md. This year’s event brings together experts, thought leaders, and innova- tors to explore the evolving landscape of digital risks and strategies for resilience. Gain insights into the multifaceted challenges of today’s complex cyber environment, address- ing issues ranging from cutting-edge threat intelligence to effective incident response while emphasizing the critical role of human factors in building resilient security systems. Register here. TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo
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