Save the date! Unmanned & Autonomous Systems Summit, April 16-17, 2025 in Washington, D.C

The Unmanned & Autonomous Systems Summit, taking place on April 16-17, 2025 at the National Housing Center in Washington, D.C, will convene senior level experts and decision makers from across DoD, Military Services, Industry, & Academia for in-depth discussions on the integration and utilization of unmanned/autonomous capabilities to ensure future mission success in the all-domain operating environment.

The Summit will feature high-level speakers including:

Lt Gen Alexus Grynkewich, USAF: Director for Operations, J3, Joint Staff
Lt Gen Dale White, USAF: Military Deputy, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, & Logistics
Michael Stewart, SES: Director, Disruptive Capabilities Office, U.S. Navy
Amy S. Smith-Carroll, SES: Director, Surface Warfare, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Platform & Weapon Portfolio Management, OUSD (A&S)
Christopher Henry, SES: Deputy Director, Naval Warfare, Director, Operational Test & Evaluation
CAPT Lindsey Buzzell, USN: PM, Direct & Time Sensitive Strike (PMA 242), NAVAIR
CAPT John Barrientos, USN: Commander, Task Force 59, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command
COL Justin Gamel, USAF: Commander, Task Force 99, U.S. Air Forces Central Command
Col Sean Hoewing, USMC: Director, ACE Division, Capabilities Development Directorate, HQMC, Combat Development & Integration
LTC Amanda Watkins, USA: Product Manager, Launched Effects, PEO Aviation
And Many More!

Topics to be Covered:

DoD efforts to supply the Joint Force with critical unmanned & autonomous capabilities
Utilizing the power of disruption to rapidly solve naval operational challenges
Integrating unmanned technologies into the MAGTF
Delivering innovative unmanned aviation technologies to Sailors & Marines
Integrating innovation to shape multi-domain operations for enhanced regional & global security
Innovating for future operations with unmanned/autonomous systems
Fielding C-UAS solutions to defeat threats & combat adversaries
Expanding the utilization of loitering munitions for future warfare

DSI is now welcoming Sponsors and Exhibitors for the Summit. Reserve your spot to showcase your organization’s cutting-edge technologies and services to attendees from DoD, Military Services, Academia and Industry. To learn more please contact Dudley Duverne at dduverne@dsigroup.org, 201.987.1803.

In order to allow for actionable discussion and dialogue amongst speakers and attendees, seating will be limited. Register now to reserve your seat. Active-duty US military and government attend complimentary.