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Theme: Revolutionizing Contracting and Procurement via Speed, Execution, and Innovation

Scope: This topic impacts the Army enterprise and the Defense Industrial Base that supports today’s warfighters.

Objective: This event will provide an exceptional opportunity for senior leaders and executives to engage on how the Army is modernizing its processes and tools to increase the efficiency, speed and responsiveness of the contracting process at the policy, operational and tactical levels. Using a mix of new technology and existing authorities, Army leaders and industry will define how today’s contracting enterprise will keep pace with the demands of the contemporary operating environment.

 

Agenda

• 07:00 – 15:00: Registration
• 07:00 – 08:10: Coffee Service
• 08:10 – 08:15: Administrative Announcements
• 08:15 – 08:25: Welcome Remarks
• 08:25 – 08:55: Keynote Speaker
• 08:55 - 09:55: Panel 1
• 09:55 – 10:25: Networking Break
• 10:25 – 11:25: Panel 2
• 11:25 – 11:55: Keynote Speaker
• 11:55 – 13:05: Lunch and Networking Break
• 13:05 – 14:05: Panel 3
• 14:05 – 15:05: Panel 4
• 15:05 – 15:15: Closing Remarks

 

Eligibility

The Association of the United States Army welcomes all members, employees or consultants of member companies, military, civilian government personnel, invited guests, and non-members that are interested or have an identifiable relationship with AUSA or the U.S. Army.

NonMembers of AUSA: You may join AUSA to receive member pricing for this event.  Please visit: https://www.ausa.org/membership for more information.

 

Registration Information

• On-line registration is available until 1700 EST Friday, 18 July 2025.  Save on registration fees by registering before the deadline!  Fees go up on-site. 
• In-person registration will open at 0700, EST Tuesday, 22 July 2025, on-site fees apply. 
• Acceptable forms of payment are American Express, VISA, MasterCard, or Discover.
• There is no cost for military and government civilian (non-contractor) personnel. 
• Refunds will be made for those registrants who cancel in writing prior to close of business, Friday, 18 July 2025. No refunds for cancellations after that date.

Registration Rates

REGISTRATION TYPE	ONLINE THRU 18 JUL	ON-SITE
National Partners	$400	$450
Community Partners	$450	$475
Premium (individual/life/honorary) Members	$450	$475
Association Partner Members	$475	$500
Basic Members	$500	$550
Non-Member or Future Member	$600	$650
Military/Government	No Fee	No Fee
Media	No Fee	No Fee

 

Transportation

The Gordon R. Sullivan Conference and Events Center is in the Courthouse section of Arlington, VA.  We are located approximately two blocks south of the Courthouse Metro Station (Orange/Silver lines).  Driving directions may be found here:  2425 Wilson Blvd, Google Maps 
 

Parking

AUSA does not offer complimentary parking for this event.  There is metered, street parking and garages within a 1-5 minute walk nearby:  Parking near AUSA HQ 

 

Housing Information

Accommodations for this event are available at the Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

Rooms are subject to applicable tax. All individual reservations must be accompanied by a one-night deposit plus tax or guaranteed by a major credit card (and hotel will charge an attendee's credit card for one night's stay prior to arrival.)

 

Dress Code

• Military Attendees:  ACU/OSU/duty uniform
• Civilian Attendees:  Business attire
• Speakers and Panelists:
  • Military: Class A: Army Service Green Uniform (AGSU) or Army Service Uniform (ASU); required only during presentation/remarks.
  • Civilians: Business attire

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/CONTACTS

Kevin Engler
Deputy Director, Outreach and Programs
Phone: 703.907.2412
Email: kengler@ausa.org

For questions regarding the speakers and programming
 

Sophia Martin
Registrar
Phone: 703.907.2692
Email: smartin@ausa.org

For questions pertaining to registration
 

Emily Call
Sponsorship Manager
Phone: 703.907.2606
Email: ecall@ausa.org

For information on being an industry sponsor for this event