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Attendee Justification

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The annual NDIA Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference and Exhibition (ETC) is designed to create the government-industry partnerships that can best support the technology and operational priorities driving national security strategies. Hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association, ETC brings together innovators from government, industry, and academia to explore the key technologies that will define the future of national security and discuss the initiatives and opportunities that can quickly get them into the hands of the warfighter. 

If you need to justify your attendance to leadership, the key is demonstrating how ETC directly supports your organization’s operational goals and strategic priorities. The points below can help you do so. 

Why Your Attendance Matters

Stay Informed on Emerging Defense Technologies

Industry, government, and academic experts will demonstrate and display their defense innovations. Learn about promising technological breakthroughs with an emphasis on systems that can be produced and deployed in the near term.  This includes opportunities to hear technical presentations, learn about industry and broader business trends, and observe demonstrations of emerging technologies.  

Collaborate Across Industry and Government

ETC is an opportunity for public and private sector leaders at the cutting edge of technology and national security to form connections and collaborate on the future of defense.  This includes opportunities for 1-on-1 technical discussions between government and industry experts. 

Gain Insight from Senior Leaders

Hear from government officials on the latest Administration priorities and initiatives. Hear from Department and industry leaders on the latest advances in emerging technologies for defense. Past government speakers have included senior officials from the Office of the Secretary of War, Combatant Commands, Services, and Defense Agencies, among others.

Tools to Help You Secure Approval

Why ETC Matters

NDIA is working with government partners in shaping ETC into an annual event where policymakers, program managers, engineers, educators, and warfighters converge to shape the future of national security and the defense innovation and industrial base. Participation signals your alignment with the Department’s strategic direction and your organization’s commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats and accelerating capability delivery. 

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