Explore How the US Military and Allied Nations are Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Lethality and Intelligence Gathering
May 20 - 21, 2025 | Austin Marriott South, Austin, Texas
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and defense is no exception. As militaries invest billions in AI technology, the challenge lies in implementing these tools effectively to improve intelligence gathering, decision-making, and lethality.
AI for Defense Transformation will bring together leaders and experts from across the U.S. military and allied forces to explore the latest advancements in AI and their applications in defense. Discussions will highlight key initiatives such as Advana, Project Linchpin, Replicator 2, and Project Maven, providing insight into how these programs are shaping the future of military AI.
Attendees will engage in thought-provoking sessions on topics like enhanced decision-making, advanced threat assessment, autonomous systems, and the critical role of AI in modern warfare. The conference will also tackle pressing cybersecurity challenges that complicate AI integration, discussing solutions to overcome these barriers.
Join us on May 20 & 21, 2025 in Austin, Texas for two days full of insights, to connect with industry leaders, share best practices, and help shape the future of AI in defense.
AI for Defense Transformation will bring together leaders and experts from across the U.S. military and allied forces to explore the latest advancements in AI and their applications in defense. Discussions will highlight key initiatives such as Advana, Project Linchpin, Replicator 2, and Project Maven, providing insight into how these programs are shaping the future of military AI.
Attendees will engage in thought-provoking sessions on topics like enhanced decision-making, advanced threat assessment, autonomous systems, and the critical role of AI in modern warfare. The conference will also tackle pressing cybersecurity challenges that complicate AI integration, discussing solutions to overcome these barriers.
Join us on May 20 & 21, 2025 in Austin, Texas for two days full of insights, to connect with industry leaders, share best practices, and help shape the future of AI in defense.
Speakers
Amanda Bullock
AI Lead for the Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory
US Air Force
Eileen Vidrine
CDAI for the Department of the Air Force (retired)
IDGA
Dr. Jagadeesh Pamulapati
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology Foundations
US Department of Defense
Julia McAdams
Director of Industry Relations, Army Futures Command
US Army
Dr. Jessica M. Appler
Director, Maintaining Technology Advantage
US Department of Defense
Dr. Arnau Pons
AI Product Manager, NATO Headquarters Supreme Allied Commander Transformation
NATO
Brigadier General Ryan Gunst
Senior Staff Intelligence Officer Joint Staff Intelligence Directorate (J2)
Department Of Defense
Dr. Delester Brown Jr.
Chief Data Officer
National Guard Bureau
Dennis Eger
Senior Advisor for Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Department Of Defense
Colonel Isaac Faber
Director of Army AI Capabilities at the Army Artificial Integration Center (AI2
US Army
John Osborne
Senior Science and Technology Advisor, HQDA, G-2
Department Of Defense
Colonel Paul Evangelista
Chief Data Officer, West Point
US Army
Dr. Amanda Bullock
AI Lead for the Digital Capabilities Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory
US Air Force
Dr. Lacey Duckworth
Computer Scientist, High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP)
US Army
Dr. David McDaniel
HPCMP Associate Director for CREATE
US Army
Brigadier General (Retired) Trent Edwards
Limited Partner
Veterans Fund
Evan Loomis
General Partner
Overmatch VC
Pete Mathias
Partner
Alumni Ventures
Dr. David McDaniel
HPCMP Associate Director for CREATE
US Army
Benefits of Attending
Learn from decisionmakers the role autonomous systems will play in the military
Hear from cybersecurity experts on the threats facing the US military and its allies, and how the US Military plans to store and process data
Hear from decision makers on next steps for current RFIs and future requirements/ capabilities
Meet with venture capitalists looking to invest in AI for defense companies
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Contact The AI for Defense Transformation Team
Join us for AI for Defense Transformation on May 20 – 21, 2025 at the Austin Marriot South, Austin, Texas as we welcome an audience of military leaders, government officials, defence consultants, and industry experts. Together they will address all aspects of innovation across the defence sector and will provide a platform for the sharing of knowledge to encourage real changes that benefit the entire industry.
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