Immersive one-day conference

December 5th, 2023

SMU Campus

Dallas, Texas

The Southwest Regional CIC is a highly anticipated event laser-focused on the urgent CMMC agenda. Seize this opportunity to delve deep into the intricacies of CMMC compliance, gaining practical insights from esteemed industry thought leaders. Engaging panel discussions will elevate your learning experience. This conference is your gateway to vital information that industry professionals and service providers need to protect government information effectively and stay ahead of the impending wave of cyber regulations.

Expand your expertise and transform your understanding of CMMC. Act now and secure your spot – don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity!

Seats are limited. Registration closes November 20, 2023.

The 2024 Air Force Contracting Summit is one of the Top National Defense Contracting Events of 2024! The Summit features Members of Congress, Pentagon Officials, Multiple Air Force Commands, Multiple Air Force Bases, Military Contracting Officers, Financing Sources, Prime Contractors and Small Business Leaders nationwide. Attending the 2024 Air Force Contracting Summit will provide Defense Contractors, Subcontractors, and Small Businesses with the latest information on:

• Air Force FY2024 Budget - Major Procurement Developments
• Air Force Mission & Contracting Priorities for Special Operations, Aircraft, Air Warfare, Armaments, Avionics, Logistics, Facilities, Energy, Construction, Engineering, Technology, Cyber, Space, and more
• Latest on New Contracts from the Missile Defense Agency's $10.9 Billion 2024 Budget
• Air Force 'Base of the Future' and Energy Resilience Opportunities
• Air Force Command Mission & Contracting Priorities
• Air Force and Department of Defense Contracting Priorities
• Multi-Year Contract Vehicles - Prime Contractor & Small Business Tracks
• New Contracting Opportunities with Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
• OTA's and Other Innovation Acquisition Strategies and Programs
• New Contracting Opportunities for Prime Defense Contractors & Subcontractors
• New Pentagon and Air Force Cyber Protection/CMMC Strategies
• U.S. Space Force Developments & Contracting Priorities
• Teaming, Subcontracting & Mentor Protégé Opportunities
• Public and Private Financing Sources
• Small Business Resources
• Matchmaking Sessions, featuring Government Agencies and Prime Contractors

The Defense Leadership Forum is a public service organization bringing together Congressional leaders, Pentagon officials, military base commanders, and business representatives to identify the best solutions to defend the United States.

We organize educational forums in the Washington, DC area and throughout the country. Our highly regarded conferences provide the latest information on Defense Department budgets; the mission and contracting priorities of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Marine Corps; the mission and contracting priorities of specific military commands and military bases; and details on specific new military contracts in all areas of procurement, including ships, aircraft, tanks, missiles, ammunition, vehicles, electronics systems, communications systems, information systems, energy, intelligence, cybersecurity, military construction, facilities, military family housing, health, infrastructure modernization, and more.

The Summit organizers have brought together more than 100,000 government, military, and business leaders to identify solutions to enhance the defense and security of the United States. More than 1,000 speakers have participated.

CIC 2024 isn't yet another compliance implementation conference full of the same old lectures. This conference is focused on empowering you with the information you need to create a maintain a secure, compliant environment.

Our thought leaders will use a combination of hands-on learning, workshops, and interactive presentations to give you the confidence you need to tackle CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and much more!