SOF & Irregular Warfare Symposium
- December 11-12, 2024
- Chester Ferguson Law Center, Tampa, FL
EVENT OVERVIEW
All information below reflects the 2024 Symposium; 2025 Coming Soon!
The 13th Annual SOF and Irregular Warfare Symposium will focus on the dynamic challenges of modern unconventional warfare. As state and non-state actors continue to evolve their strategies, this year’s event will gather senior leaders and key decision-makers from across the SOF community, regional combatant commands, the Department of Defense, nonprofit organizations, and industry to address the rapidly shifting landscape of irregular warfare. With an emphasis on innovation, adaptability, and readiness, the Symposium will spotlight how special operations forces must continue to enhance their capabilities, from cutting-edge technology to advanced training, ensuring they remain agile in countering emerging threats. The event will foster collaboration and drive forward SOF’s contributions to safeguarding both national and global security.
2024 FEATURED SPEAKERS Include
Download the Agenda for the Full Speaker Line-Up.
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MG Brandon Tegtmeier, USA
Chief of Staff, United States Central Command -
MG Gil Ferguson, USA
Commanding General 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) -
Daniel Kimmage
Principal Deputy Coordinator, Global Engagement Center, Department of State -
Leslie Babich
Director, SOFWERX -
COL Anthony Whitfield, USA
Military Deputy, SOF AT&L, USSOCOM -
Golfo Alexopoulos, Ph.D.
Professor and Director of the USF Institute for Russian, European and Eurasian Studies, USF -
Col. Justin Bronder, USAF
PEO Fixed Wing, SOF AT&L, USSOCOM -
LTG (Ret.) John Deedrick, USA
Former United States Military Representative to the NATO Military Committee, Former Commanding General, 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) Event Moderator
About the 2024 SOF & Irregular Warfare Symposium
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
- Empowering Special Operations: Harnessing the Power of Partnerships
- Countering Hostile Activities and Advancing US Strategic Objectives through SOF
- Harnessing the Power of Information in Modern Warfare
- Accelerating SOF Modernization: Strategic Acquisition and Digital Integration
- Global Ops, Local Impact: Navigating Special Operations in a Volatile World
- Combating Irregular Aggression with Capability Coalitions in Cooperation with International Partners
- Proactively Addressing Foreign Adversaries’ Attempts to Undermine U.S. Interests through Irregular Warfare
- Optimizing the Performance, Lethality and Readiness of the Special Warfare Human Weapon System
- Implementing the National Defense Strategy: Conducting Effective Campaigning in Support of Integrated Deterrence Across Special Operations
Why You Should Attend this Symposium
The 2024 Symposium will convene senior leaders and decision-makers from across the SOF community to tackle the complex and evolving challenges of special operations in today’s global environment. As competition intensifies with nations such as China, Russia, and Iran, this year’s event will focus on how SOF continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of irregular warfare. Attendees will explore how modernizing forces, enhancing mission readiness, and building resilience are crucial for SOF to remain at the forefront of global security.
The 2024 Symposium will convene senior leaders and decision-makers from across the SOF community to tackle the complex and evolving challenges of special operations in today’s global environment. As competition intensifies with nations such as China, Russia, and Iran, this year’s event will focus on how SOF continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of irregular warfare. Attendees will explore how modernizing forces, enhancing mission readiness, and building resilience are crucial for SOF to remain at the forefront of global security.
Key discussions will highlight the integration of cutting-edge technology, intelligence, and innovative strategies that are transforming the irregular warfare landscape. Topics will include the growing importance of information warfare, cyber operations, and the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data analytics—essential tools in boosting situational awareness and decision-making for SOF.
Attendees will also gain insights into the importance of joint operations and cross-command cooperation, ensuring seamless collaboration between the military, interagency entities, and global allies. With expert speakers and thought leaders from both military and civilian sectors, the Symposium will provide a unique opportunity to engage with those shaping the future of SOF operations.
DSI’s research-driven, non-partisan approach guarantees that the event will bring together the most respected minds in special operations, fostering an open and informed dialogue. Whether you’re a military professional, policy maker, or industry leader, this Symposium is an essential platform for staying ahead of the ever-changing demands of irregular warfare and securing the future of global defense.
AT THE SYMPOSIUM YOU HAVE THE ABILITY TO
Gain Education & Insight: Walk away with knowledge gained from our senior level speakers on some of the complex challenges facing the SOF community.
Build Partnerships:The agenda is designed to allow for ample networking opportunities and the ability to engage in constructive dialogue among all in attendance.
Influence: Help foster ideas! Share your own insight and knowledge during our interactive sessions. All attendees are encouraged to address our speaker faculty and each other with their questions, comments, or ideas.
Operating Guidance for Government Attendees:
DSI’s Symposium directly supports DoD and Federal Government priorities by providing a conduit for officials to efficiently reach audiences outside of their respective offices that directly impact their department’s mission success, at no charge to the government, and in an efficient expenditure of time.
DSI’s Symposium will provide a forum to address and improve internal and external initiatives, meet with and hear from partner organizations, disseminate vital capability requirements to industry, increase visibility within the larger community, and generally support their mission.
The Symposium is open and complimentary to all DoD and Federal employees, is considered an educational training forum, and is a widely attended gathering.
(Industry and academia members are charged a fee for admission.)
Symposium is CLOSED TO PRESS / NO RECORDINGS
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
The 2024 SOF & Irregular Warfare Symposium provides opportunities including exhibit space, round table discussions, product demonstrations, and networking receptions. Download the Sponsorship and Exhibiting Prospectus Here.
BECOME A SPONSOR or ExhibitorPlatinum Sponsors
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ICR Inc., based in Aurora, Colorado, is an employee-owned company specializing in Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Since 2016, ICR has deployed advanced CUAS solutions using open architecture, Machine Learning (ML), and cyber technologies. With more than 750 TS/SCI-cleared employees, 40% of whom are veterans, and 50+ years of combined CUAS expertise, ICR provides reliable intelligence and operational support to ensure mission success and the protection of critical infrastructure.
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Parsons (NYSE: PSN) is a leading disruptive technology provider in the national security and global infrastructure markets, with capabilities across cyber and intelligence, space and missile defense, transportation, environmental remediation, urban development, and critical infrastructure protection. Please visit Parsons.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to learn how we’re making an impact.
Showguide Sponsor
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INVISIO Communications is a leading provider of advanced communication systems designed for demanding environments, such as military and law enforcement. They specialize in developing integrated solutions that enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency, offering products like headsets, intercoms, and wireless communication systems. With a focus on high-quality audio and reliable performance, INVISIO enables seamless communication in challenging conditions, improving both safety and effectiveness for professionals on the front lines. Their innovative technology is trusted by organizations worldwide for critical missions and operations.
Exhibitors
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Bertin Exensor is a world leading provider of networked Unattended Ground Sensor (UGS) systems FLEXNET, providing tailored sensor solutions to customers all over the world. We design, develop and produce rugged UGS solutions to meet the most stringent demands of our customers. Our systems are operational in military and homeland security applications worldwide.
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Acuity International enables mission continuity and stability for government and enterprise organizations, tackling some of the toughest projects on Earth.
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Dewey Electronics, a pioneer in field-proven military generators, offers highly reliable solutions for critical power challenges. INI Power is renowned for its compact, quiet, and theater-proven military-grade generators, designed for deployment in challenging environments worldwide.
INI Power Systems addresses operational energy gaps with man-portable, ultra-quiet JP-8 multi-fuel generators (0.5kW to 5kW) and 1kW custom solutions for autonomous hybrid power storage and routing. We’re thrilled to introduce the latest addition, the INI-2200 Series, to our lineup this year.
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Two Six Technologies is a high-growth technology company dedicated to providing products and expertise to national security customers. The company solves complex technical challenges in five focus areas that are key to national security missions: cyber, information operations, electronic systems, analytics, and secure solutions. The company offers a robust suite of sole source contract vehicles with more than $1.0 billion of combined contract ceiling; a family of operationally deployed products.
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Ridgeline is laser-focused on solving our customers’ toughest data challenges. We take a comprehensive approach to Digital Signature Management that’s been developed through hands-on work and close partnership with our Government customers that has expanded to work with enterprises across a wide variety of industries. Digital Signature Management is not just digital privacy, cybersecurity, data analysis, or tech integration, it’s all of those combined and more. We provide consulting services, training, and software solutions to help you do business according to your needs.
Media Partners
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