DLA has been increasing industry outreach by hosting in-person events. Below are a list of upcoming symposiums.
December 10-13, 2024, Department of Defense Maintenance Symposium
Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT.
DLA Booth #703
The Maintenance Symposium is the only official DoD event conducted by the Office of the Secretary of Defense that is entirely focused on the maintenance and sustainment of weapon systems and equipment. The Symposium is the premier forum for the exchange of ideas from the greatest maintenance and logistics minds in the country as participants discuss the pacing national security threats to the sustainment enterprise.
Home – 2024 Department of Defense Maintenance Symposium (cvent.com)
February 11-13, 2025, 39th Annual National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) National Logistics Forum
DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at Sea World, Orlando, FL
Prepare yourself and your organization for the future of contested logistics by connecting with leaders and innovators at the 39th Annual National Logistics Forum. For nearly four decades, the NDIA Logistics Forum has been a focal point for industry leaders, defense officials, senior acquisition experts, coalition partners, and logistics and financial leaders.
https://www.ndia.org/events/2025/2/11/5730—logistics-forum
March 3-5, 2025, Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Air Warfare Symposium
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Aurora, CO
DLA Booth 937
The AFA Warfare Symposium is a premier professional development event for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and the aerospace and defense industry that supports them, with a focus on the critical concerns and challenges of joint warfare in every corner of the globe. Drawing speakers from USAF, USSF, combatant commands, industry, and the joint force, the symposium provides opportunities to network and explore dynamic exhibits.
https://www.afa.org/afa-warfare-symposium/
March 25- 27, 2025, Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Global Symposium
Von Braun Center, Huntsville, AL.
With over 6,000 participants, AUSA Global Force Symposium facilitates Army cooperation with academia and industry partners for Multi Domain Operations and a modernized defense industrial base. It places a strong emphasis on expediting the acquisition process and making investments in the infrastructure, facilities, training, and skill sets needed throughout the Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise.
https://meetings.ausa.org/globalforce/2025/
April 6-9, 2025, Sea, Air & Space
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, MD
Navy League of the United States, Sea, Air & Space is the premier maritime exposition in the U.S., bringing together defense industry leaders and top military decision-makers from around the world to share the latest advancements in the maritime domain. With industry leading speakers and events featured across three impactful days, Sea, Air & Space is a must-attend for anyone invested in the future of U.S. maritime strength and innovation.
https://seaairspace.org/
April 29- May 1, 2025, Modern Day Marine (MDM)
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC
Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services, and technology exposition exclusively targeted to Marines and the Corps. The show floor hosts more than 350 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DoD personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.
https://marinemilitaryexpos.com/
May 5-8, 2025, Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week
Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, FL
DLA Booth: 310
SOF Week is an annual conference for the international SOF community to learn, connect, and honor its members. Jointly sponsored by USSOCOM and the Global SOF Foundation. SOF Week 2025 aims to be the premier global gathering of Special Operations Forces, industry leaders, and strategic partners. The event aims to promote collaboration, innovation, and excellence by showcasing the advanced capabilities and strategies that define modern special operations.
https://event.sofweek.org/event/461ba942-5adb-45cf-a9e5-e8e40dd9305c/home
June 11-12, 2025, DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference & Exhibition
Greater Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, VA
This event is hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency. With an emphasis on the National Military Strategy’s sustainability components, the two-day gathering will bring together leaders from the government and business community to talk about present and upcoming issues. Hear firsthand from several General/Flag officers, senior DoD officials, and top industry executives. Additionally, we will be organizing networking opportunities, assisting Small Business Matchmaking, and holding breakout seminars on a range of subjects.
https://www.ndia.org/events/2025/6/11/5781—dla
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