With a new President, Congress, and DoD leadership on the horizon, 2025 promises significant shifts for America’s defense landscape. Join ADC in the nation’s capital for the Defense Communities National Summit – Navigating Change. This exclusive post-election event will offer unparalleled insights into emerging policies and leadership transitions that will shape defense strategy for years to come. Dive deep into key issues affecting military communities and connect with top leaders from DoD, Congress, and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of what’s next.
Big Year. Big Changes. Be Prepared.
WHY ATTEND?
AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE
MONDAY, MARCH 31
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Pre-Conference Sessions
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
New Attendee Meeting
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch (On Your Own)
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
General Session
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Breakout Sessions
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Networking Break
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
General Session
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
Reception
TUESDAY, APRIL 1
7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
Networking Breakfast
8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
Breakout Sessions
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Networking Break
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
General Session
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Networking Break
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Defense Community Champions Luncheon
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking Break
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Coffee Break ☕
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
General Session
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Champions Celebration
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
General Session
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Networking Break
10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Breakout Sessions
12:00 PM
Conference Ends
LOCATION
Enjoy the convenience and networking opportunities you can only experience by staying overnight at the Summit hotel. Book your room at the Crystal Gateway Marriott today to take advantage of ADC’s discounted conference rates.
Note: Federal per diem rooms are only available for attendees that provide a federal or military email address. Eligible registrants will receive a code to reserve per diem rooms. If you registered but did not receive instructions for booking a per diem room, please email us at info@defensecommunities.org.
CRYSTAL GATEWAY MARRIOTT
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
Take advantage of limited early bird rates on your registration today! Deal ends November 30th.
DoD / Federal
This rate is for active military service members and federal employees only. Participants need to provide an official military or federal government email address to register. Contractors and those with email addresses containing .ctr are NOT permitted to register at this rate
Community Member Group Rate
*To receive this discounted rate, your group must contain at least three (3+) people. Each individual must be an ADC Community Members in good standing. For more information about membership or to check your status, email membership@defensecommunities.org.
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsoring the 2025 National Summit is an excellent way to promote your brand’s visibility with key leaders at the community, state and national levels. Sponsorships include complimentary registrations, your logo on digital and print signage, the opportunity to be involved in one of our sessions and more.
Ready to secure your sponsorship? Contact Kelsey Judd for more information.
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