Unlocking the Power of Disruptive Innovation for Strategic Advantage in the Digital Age
In the rapidly advancing landscape of modern warfare, integration of emerging and disruptive technologies has become a cornerstone for defense strategies. Cutting-edge innovations, ranging from AI to advanced cyber capabilities, is reshaping traditional ideas of military tactics. Join the 3rd Emerging & Disruptive Technologies for Defense as we bring together military decision-makers, industry, and academia, to discuss the course of action needed to advance military modernization initiatives.
About the Conference
Modernizing capability across battle areas calls for agility and the establishment of partnerships between military, industry, start-ups, international counterparts, and academia. The EDT for Defense Conference will allow just that, bridging the gap between the key stakeholders, encouraging collaborative partnerships, and providing access to unique expertise. EDT for Defense will bring together senior leaders from the US DoD and partners from the Five Eyes nations, NATO, academia, and industry innovators to advance dialogue on the institution of common IT frameworks, the implementation of AI-enabled technologies, and the digitization of the armed forces.
Highlights
Learn about Integrating disruptive technologies to build the competitive edge and accelerate intelligence PED
Hear discussions on transforming acquisition to enable the rapid adoption and fielding of game-changing technologies at scale
Address equipping the force with the latest technologies in robotics, artificial intelligence, and sensors to achieve information dominance.
Discuss Delivering a more lethal force requires the ability to evolve faster and be more adaptable than our adversaries – in all domains
Please join us to gain a deeper understanding of the integration of data-driven capabilities, transformation of intelligence PED, institution of cloud architecture, the power of AI/ML-enabled technologies, unmanned and autonomous systems, robotics, and cyber resilience across all networks and platforms. The conference will provide a wholistic and much-anticipated opportunity to network with senior decisionmakers and subject matter experts in an in-person environment.
Topics the summit will cover include:
Instituting Combined Jadc2 Architecture for All Domain Warfare
Enhancing Maritime ISR For All Domain Warfare
Game-Changing Digital Capabilities: Adopting Cloud Architecture, Data Analytics, AI
Establishing zero trust standards and strengthening cyber defense against malicious interception
Keynotes, special presentations and panels will address:
Connect directly with acquisition leaders and capability decision-makers who play pivotal roles in determining the technologies to be procured for defense initiatives. Gain valuable insights into the criteria and considerations influencing procurement decisions, paving the way for informed collaborations and potential involvement in upcoming defense projects. This unique networking opportunity provides a direct channel to understand the needs of defense agencies and contribute to shaping future technological advancements in the field.
Gain unparalleled insights into the latest advancements, strategic considerations, and practical applications of game-changing technologies and innovation. Learn from real-world examples, gaining actionable insights applicable to your own defense initiatives.
Connect with high-ranking officials, military leaders, and policymakers who shape the adoption of emerging and disruptive technologies. Build relationships that extend beyond the conference, opening avenues for collaborations and partnerships.
Lectures were particularly interesting… really made us think outside of the box
Knowledgeable presenters… very good job by ACI Team
Each speaker was super interesting
A perfect balance of government’s vision, industry’s leadership and networking opportunities
2024 Speakers Included
Colonel Gabe S. Arrington, Chief, HAF A5/7 Disruptive Technology U.S. Air Force
Dr. Lisa A. Costa, SES, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer U.S. Space Force
Mr. Peter De Luca, Project Director NSA Cybersecurity Collaboration Center
Dr. Leon Douglas, Chief Digital & Information Officer Royal Navy
Brigadier General Kyle B. Ellison, Commanding General, Warfighting Laboratory U.S. Marine Corps
Lieutenant General Matthew Glavy, Deputy Commandant for Information US Marine Corps
Lieutenant General (Ret’d) Michael Groen, Former Director of the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center U.S. Department of Defense
Brigadier General Ryan Gunst, Technology Program Manager U.S. Naval Information Warfare Command
Joshua Hayden, Chief of Innovation US Air Force
Adrian Holt, MBA, CEng Form1 Partners
Scott Kinner, Department Head Doctrine & Standards U.S. Marine Corps
Colleen Laughlin, Senior Advisor, Military Technology & Innovation Office of the Secretary of Defense
Thomas Lawhead, Director, Operational Capability Requirements, Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategy, Integration and Requirements U.S. Air Force
Jeremy Leader, Acting Director, Commercial Space Office (COMSO) U.S. Space Force
Rebecca Lively, Deputy, 90th Cyberspace Operations Squadron US Air Force
Ted Maciuba,
Deputy Director, Robotics Requirements, Maneuver Capabilities
Development Integration Directorate Futures and Concepts Center, U.S.
Army Futures Command
Robert Malcolm, Emerging Concepts & Innovation Department Head US Marine Corps
William McHenry, Senior Engagement Advisor to the Director Defense Innovation Unit
Barbara McQuinston, Chair of the NATO Defense Innovation Accelerator NATO
Brigadier General Shannon O’Harren,
Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Sixteenth Air Force;
Commander, Air Forces Cyber; Commander, Joint Force Headquarters-Cyber;
and Commander, Service Cryptologic Component U.S. Air Force
Graham Plaster, Director Nautilus
Dr. Naomi Roberts, Director Strategy and Enterprise Defence Intelligence, UK Ministry of Defense
Edward Talerico Sr., Product Management Director Infor
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