2022 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit
You are invited to attend the
April 20-21, 2022
San Antonio, Texas
In its 3rd year, the 2022 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit will be held at The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio. More than 250 Prime Contractors, Subcontractors, Military Officials, Contracting Officials, Financing Experts, and Defense Agencies from throughout the country registered to participate in-person and virtually for the 2021 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit. To learn more about what to expect from our Defense Contracting Summits, click on the 2021 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit video below.
DEFENSE LEADERSHIP FORUM - 2021 SOUTHWEST DEFENSE CONTRACTING SUMMIT
The 2022 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit will provide defense contractors, subcontractors, and small businesses nationwide with the latest information on:
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Military Base Energy Resiliency
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Army Mission & Contracting Priorities
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Air Force Mission & Contracting Priorities
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Innovative Acquisition Programs
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Military Base Commanders Panel - Base Contracting Opportunities
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Major Combat Systems - Supply Chain Opportunities
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Southwest Region Military Construction (MILCON) & Base Rebuilding Contracts
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Installation Innovation Partnerships
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Military Cyber Challenges & Procurement Priorities
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Military Healthcare/Medical Programs & Contracts
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Public and Private Financing Resources
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Teaming Arrangements for Defense Subcontractors
TOP SPONSORS OF THE 2022 SOUTHWEST DEFENSE CONTRACTING SUMMIT
DIAMOND SPONSOR
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Lodging Solutions & Industrial Tent Systems
TITANIUM SPONSOR
Bank of America
GOLD SPONSOR
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Gordian
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Ranco Response
VIP Networking Reception Sponsors
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RapidBuilt
Tigeraire
Take Advantage of Early Registration Rates
Registration Types
Business Attendee: $695 (Regular Rate: $895)
VIP Business Attendee: $795 (Regular Rate $995)
Virtual Attendee: $195
Standard Table-Top Exhibit: $1,800 (Regular Rate $2,100)
Large Table-Top Exhibit: $2,300 (Regular Rate $2,600)
Complimentary Registration for Active Duty Military and Government Officials
If you have any questions about our in-person registration and/or virtual registration packages, please email us at marketing@defenseleadershipforum.org. Exhibit Packages tend to sell out months in advance and often have a waiting list. Register to secure your spot as an exhibitor today at the early bird rates!
Inquire about discounted multi-event exhibitor and/or sponsorship rates when you register now for the 2022 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit, 2022 Navy Contracting Summit, 2022 Pacific Defense Contracting Summit, 2022 MICON Contracting Summit, and 2023 Air Force Contracting Summit.
Hybrid Event Information
The 2022 Southwest Defense Contracting Summit is designed as a hybrid event for in-person and virtual attendance. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the LIVE Summit on their PC, Laptop, or Mobile Device. All registered attendees will be able to set-up a virtual attendee profile for the Summit which will allow them to:
View the Summit Agenda, View & Download the Speaker Presentations, Ask Questions during Q&A, Participate in Virtual Meetups, and Connect with other In-Person and Virtual Attendees using the application, Whova.
Access will be available for three months following the Summit!
The Defense Leadership Forum has produced 6 very successful Hybrid Summits so far!
SUMMIT LOCATION & LODGING
The Deadline to Reserve your Sleeping Room at The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio is Friday, April 8, 2022.
Please see the Reservation Link Below.
The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio
420 West Market Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Phone: (210) 224-6500
Group Rate Name: Southwest Defense Contracting Summit
Website: The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio
Group Rate Dates: April 17-23, 2022
Group Rate: $199 USD/Night
Available to All Summit Attendees
Last Day to Book: April 8, 2022
AGENDA
DAY 1
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
7:30 AM: Exhibit Ballroom Opens
7:30 AM: On-Site Attendee Registration & Check-In
7:30 AM: Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Ballroom
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: In-Person Matchmaking Session Sign-Up & DEFENSEWERX Pitch Session Sign-Up
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM: General Sessions
10:30 AM: Networking Break with Exhibitors
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: General Sessions
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Networking Lunch in Exhibit Ballroom
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM: General Sessions
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Networking with Exhibitors
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: In-Person Matchmaking Session & DEFENSEWERX Pitch Session
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: VIP Networking Reception
(The VIP Networking Reception is open to Exhibitors, Sponsors, Speakers, VIP Business Attendees, and Invited Guests)
DAY 2
Thursday, April 21, 2022
7:30 AM: Exhibit Ballroom Opens
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: In-Person Matchmaking Session Sign-Up
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM: General Sessions
10:30 AM: Networking Break with Exhibitors
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: General Sessions
12: 30PM: In-Person Matchmaking Session
2022 Army Contracting Guide
This valuable resource guide will provide you with the latest information on:
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2022 Army Budget
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2022 Army Mission Priorities
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2022 Army Contracting Priorities
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Mission & Contracting Priorities for Army Commands, including FORSCOM, TRADOC, AMC, AFC, USASOC, USASMDC, and USACE
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Prime Contractor and Subcontractor Opportunities
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Intel on Specific New Contracting Opportunities
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Contracting Development Strategies
The price of the 2022 Army Contracting Guide will be $195
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