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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

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.

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!

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Featured Keynotes, Panelists and Presenters

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.

Scott Crofton

Partner

Sullivan & Cromwell Mergers & Acquisitions Group

Eric Fanning

President and CEO

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA)

Roei Ganzarski

CEO

Alitheon

Robert A. Geckle, Jr

Chairman and CEO Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

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

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

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.

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