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| | | Two Weeks to Secure Your Place | | REGISTER | As the AWN Defense Conference approaches, here are five important topics that will be covered at this premier event in the heart of Washington, D.C.
Adapting to Rapid Defense Evolution: Learn how to navigate the "Speed of Relevance" in today’s dynamic defense environment.
Strategic Government Contracting: Hear from industry leaders about transforming approaches to government contracting.
Geopolitical Impact on Defense: Understand how global tensions affect defense budgets.
Industry Supply Chain and Production: Explore strategies for managing supply chain challenges and optimizing project delivery.
Strategic Acquisitions and Market Opportunities: Understand emerging opportunities in the defense sector, even amid market challenges. | | NEW KEYNOTE ANNOUNCED |
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| | | Get ready for an illuminating kickoff to the Defense Conference as Major General Mark W. Mitchum, Commander of the Pentagon's Integrated Capabilities Command, takes the stage alongside Aviation Week Network's seasoned Pentagon Editor, Brian Everstine. Their thought-provoking discussion promises to deliver valuable insights and perspective on today's most pressing defense matters. |
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| Session Spotlight Presented by Deltek | | In this session, we will explore the key findings from Deltek's 2025 Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study. Watch the video for an exclusive preview! | | | | PLAY VIDEO | | Featured Keynotes, Panelists and Presenters |
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| | | Mike Benitez Senior Director of Strategic Product Development Shield AI |
| | | Douglas Berenson Partner Oliver Wyman |
| | | Stanley L. Brown Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs |
| | | Michael Creech Vice President of Strategy and Business Development Firefly Aerospace, Inc. |
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| | | Scott Crofton Partner Sullivan & Cromwell Mergers & Acquisitions Group |
| | | Eric Fanning President and CEO Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) |
| | Roei Ganzarski CEO Alitheon
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| | | Robert A. Geckle, Jr Chairman and CEO Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. |
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| | | Daniel Gittsovich VP, Investor Relations and Corporate Development L3Harris Technologies |
| | | Dak Hardwick VP, International Affairs Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) |
| | | Dr. Deanelle Hidalgo Program Director, Skunk Works Lockheed Martin |
| | | Dan "Animal" Javorsek CTO Episci |
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| | | Scott “Frag” Jobe Executive Director of Business Development & Strategy Phantom Works, Boeing Defense, Space & Security |
| | | Michael Lawrence Principal Lead, US Air Force and US Cyber Command Strategy and Business Development Amazon Web Services |
| | | Dr. Lee K. Levy, II CEO, The Levy Group, LLC and Board of Directors, National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) |
| | | Matt Magana President, Defense & National Security Voyager Technologies |
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| | | Elizabeth Mashakas SVP, Talent Acquisition BlueHalo |
| | | Renee Pasman Vice President of Integrated Systems Lockheed Martin |
| | | John Pollack Partner Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP |
| | | Todd Tuthill VP Aerospace & Defense Industry Siemens Digital Industries Software |
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| | | Important Items to Note: • AWN Defense Conference Program Start Time: 12:00 PM (noon) • Co-located Program Excellence Awards Dinner – Separate registration required. • Co-located Breakfast Briefing: May 13, 8:30 AM. Join our experts for a free breakfast briefing on international markets and US defense budget programs. Learn about growth segments and strategies in the global defense industry. Separate registration required. | | A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors | | | | | | |
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| SUSTAINABILITY AT #AWNDEFCON | | | Aviation Week has the opportunity and responsibility to lead the sustainable development of our industry. Our attendees, exhibitors and colleagues are all clearly telling us that sustainability, socially, economically and environmentally, is something that is no longer a “nice to have” but a necessary part of our success.
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