Supporting Next-Generation Capability Development and Fires Recapitalization
The 2026 Future Indirect Fires Summit will bring together leaders from the indirect fire community to discuss the latest innovations in indirect fire systems, support systems, munitions, and challenges presented by the current conflict in Ukraine. Our discussions will focus on achieving enhanced lethality, survivability, precision, and range.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to hear from thought leaders on modern warfare and the quest for increased firepower. Sessions will examine current US DoD programs, including the US Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH-M), Project LASSO, and the US Marine Corps OPF-L Program, giving you the insights needed to anticipate change and adapt effectively. Together, we will explore the challenges of keeping up with rapidly evolving technology and the need for common software systems. Sessions will investigate the defense industrial base’s critical role in supporting indirect fires, munitions production, and system advancements, and you'll hear from operational-level leaders on capability gaps.
These conversations will look ahead to the future of indirect fires and their pivotal role in ensuring mission success.
Wondering What's In Store?
Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll find in the agenda:
Timely and high-priority topics, including long and short-range fires, self-propelled howitzer modernization, loitering munitions, testing, training, fires innovation, and more!
Confirmed speakers from the US Army, US Marine Corps, Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAGU), Canadian Armed Forces, and other key offices
Networking opportunities with more than 300 senior decision-makers and indirect fire experts, all focused on achieving enhanced lethality, survivability, precision, and range
This summit is not just another event on the calendar - every session, every discussion, and every connection is built to help you sharpen your understanding of where indirect fires are headed and how to translate that knowledge into actionable advantage.
Why Should You Join Us In 2026?
Explore the latest strategies and initiatives of the US Army to increase support from the defense industrial base, and expand munitions production.
Gain insights from US Army leaders on recent announcements regarding the new Self-Propelled Howitzer
Expand your understanding of the latest technology and innovation in indirect fires and support systems, including integration
Network with leaders from across the indirect fires community including, Military, Academia, and Industry
The wide span of the audience makes this event really work. Having the PEOs/PMs, DOT&E, and industry partners speak and hear their perspectives was valuable for me from the test perspective. I liked the mix of briefs and then discussions with multiple Senior Leaders/SMEs onstage.
Speakers were excellent and very topical and relevant. Active-duty Soldier, Marine, and foreign active duty personnel was critical to success.
2026 Event Chair
Paul Daniels, President, P. Daniels Consulting
2026 Speakers
Lieutenant General Miles Brown, Deputy Commanding General (DCG), Army Futures Command (AFC), US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
Lieutenant General (Ret.) Antonio Aguto, Former Commanding General, Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAGU), US Army
Brigadier General Alric L. Francis, Director Long Range Precision Fires Cross-Functional Team, US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
MG Stephen J. Maranian USA (Ret.), Former CG, 56th AC; FA Cmdt; LRPF CFT Dir., Consultant for American Rheinmetall
Brigadier General Steven P. Carpenter, Commander, 56th Artillery Command, US Army
Colonel Gregory M. Tomlin PhD, Capability Manager for Division Artillery Formations, US Army
Colonel Freeman Bonnette, Project Manager, Self-Propelled Howitzer Systems, PEO Ground Combat Systems, US Army
Colonel John Nelson, Commander, Yuma Proving Ground, US Army
Colonel Frank Maxwell, Commander, 41st Field Artillery Brigade, V Corps Grafenwoehr, Germany, US Army
Colonel James Johnson, Army Capability Manager, Field Artillery Brigade-Long Range Fires Battalion, US Army
Colonel Joseph C. Alexander, Commander, US Army Redstone Test Center (RTC), Army Test and Evaluation Command, US Army
Colonel Paul Lashley, Commander, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, US Army
Colonel Brian Schweers, Commanding Officer, Marine Corps School of Artillery, Fort Sill, US Marine Corps
Colonel Matt Johnson, Commander, White Sands Test Center, Army Test and Evaluation Command, US Army
Colonel Tyler Donnell, Army Capabilities Manager, Fires Cell, Fires Center of Excellence at Fort Sill, US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
Colonel Tony Perez, Director, Fire Support Test Directorate at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, US Army
Dave Musgrave, Chief Engineer for DEVCOM-AC’s Artillery Fire Control Systems Division, US Army
Joseph McPherson, Advanced Technology Integrator, PM Ground Weapon Systems, Marine Corps Systems, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Faucett, Product Manager for Fire Support Systems, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant-Colonel Max Riopelle, Commandant, The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery School, Canadian Armed Forces
Lieutenant Colonel William Taylor, Product Manager, Soldier Precision Targeting Devices, PEO Soldier, US Army
Mr. Jon R. Milner, Director, Business Development – Weapon and Ammunition, American Rheinmetall Defense, Inc. Reston, Virginia
Amit Mahajan, CEO, Phoenix Group
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Venue
The Westin Arlington 801 North Glebe Road, 22203 Arlington, VA, USA
Group Rate: $196.00 per night, excluding applicable taxes and fees.
Reservation Method: Reserve your room by clicking HERE. We have reserved a selection of rooms at a discounted group rate, subject to availability.
Cut-off date: Monday, December 28th, 2025. (After that time, the group rate will be offered based on hotel availability only.) Rate is available 3 days prior, and 3 days post the event dates. However, these rates are subject to availability and will not be available past the group cut of date.
