Mark your calendar for the premier event dedicated to transforming defense acquisition into a strategic advantage for the United States. Govini’s annual Defense Software & Data Summit unites leaders from government, industry, and academia to tackle the most pressing issues in National Security.
The 2025 Defense Software & Data Summit will offer an exciting program filled with top-tier speakers, opportunities to collaborate with trusted National Security leaders, and unique insights into breakthrough solutions for the warfighter.
As an invite-only experience, the Summit aims to foster engagement and spark new ideas.
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February 26, 2025 — Washington, D.C.
10:30 a.m. ET — Registration Open + Refreshments Served
11:30 a.m. ET — Opening and Introduction
• Philip de Guzman, Chief Marketing Officer, Govini
• Tara Murphy Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer, Govini
Fireside Chat
• GEN Randy A. George, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army
• Moderator: Tara Murphy Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer, Govini
Defense Tech, Acquisition, and the Era of Efficiency
As government inefficiency gets put under a microscope, what does actual tech-led reform look like in acquisition? What lessons are there to learn from previous efforts, and what does implementation actually look like?
• GEN James E. Rainey, Commanding General, U.S. Army Futures Command
• John Jansen, CEO, ATI
• The Hon. Ryan McCarthy, Operating Partner, AE Industrial / 24th Secretary of the Army
• Moderator: Rachel Hoff, Ronald Reagan Institute
Connecting the Supply Chain to the Kill Chain
For too long, industry and DoD have decoupled the Supply Chain and the Kill Chain. As the United States has become acutely aware of the gaping shortfalls in the U.S. national security industrial base, it’s clear that that cannot continue. What are industry and DoD doing today to bring these two concepts together?
• LTG Mark T. Simerly, Director, Defense Logistics Agency
• LTG Christopher O. Mohan, Deputy Commanding General / Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Materiel Command
• LtGen Gregory L. Masiello, Director, Defense Contract Management Agency
• Moderator: Gordon Lubold, Wall Street Journal
Fireside Chat
• Gen James C. Slife, Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force
• Moderator: Vago Muradian, Defense & Aerospace Report
Precision Sustainment to Maximum Efficiency
The recent conflicts around the globe have illuminated the challenges that face the US with regards to sustainment in detail. The scale is larger than we expected, lifecycles are longer, and the platforms themselves distributed around the world. How do we more accurately forecast and predict demand and the logistics needed to support it? And how might we actually think about reducing demand and becoming more precise in anticipating it?
• BG Shane Upton, Director, U.S. Army Futures Command Contested Logistics Cross-Functional Team
• CAPT Andrew T. Pecora II, Commander, Surface Forces Logistics Center, U.S. Coast Guard
• Patrick N. Kelleher, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Materiel Readiness
• Andy Lowery, CEO, Epirus
• Moderator: Colin Demarest, Axios
Modernization at the Pace of Conflict
The operational realities of current global conflicts have drawn a vivid picture of the need to accelerate modernization efforts of key systems. As DoD executes its most ambitious modernization agenda in decades, this panel brings together key architects and technologists driving major service modernization initiatives to examine what's working, what isn't, and what's next.
• LTG Josh Rudd, Deputy Commander, USINDOPACOM
• Jim Rebesco, CEO, Striveworks
• Dan Jablonsky, CEO, Ursa Major
• Moderator: Mike Stone, Reuters
Production and American Re-industrialization
The U.S. defense industrial base is tapped out, with multi-year production backlogs for critical munitions, antiquated facilities operating at maximum capacity, and continued dependence on strategic competitors. How do we rethink production paradigms through additive manufacturing and AI to improve production capacity and ensure strategic endurance? How can modern manufacturing create responsive, data driven systems that meet warfighter needs?
• Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow, The Heritage Foundation
• Troy Demmer, Founder, Gecko Robotics
• Christopher Miller, Executive Director, Naval Sea Systems Command
• Moderator: Lauren Williams, Defense One
Keynote Address
• Sen. Katie Boyd Britt, U.S. Senator (R-Alabama)
5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. — Reception
What is the dress code?
We suggest that speakers wear service uniforms for military or business attire for civilians. Attendees can wear duty or service uniform, or business attire. Coat check will be available at the Anthem.
What is the cost to attend?
This event is complimentary to attend.
What time should I plan to arrive?
We recommend arriving promptly at 11:00AM to maximize your experience and enjoy all the programming and networking. Our last session ends at 5:00PM.
How do I get to the venue (directions)?
From North (Baltimore, MD)
From I-495, take I-295 South. Take Exit 1B-C toward I-695/Route 395/Downtown. Take Exit 5 for 7th Street/L’Enfant Promenade, then turn left onto 7th Street to Maine Avenue. Turn right on Maine Avenue.
From South (Fredericksburg, VA)
Take I-395 North. Take Exit 4 toward SW Waterfront/National Park/Maine Ave and follow 9th Street to Maine Avenue. You will then face The Anthem.
From East (Annapolis, MD)
Take Rte. 50 West to I-295. Take I-295 South, then take Exit 1B-C toward I-695/Route 395/Downtown. Take Exit 5 for 7th Street/L’Enfant Promenade, then turn left onto 7th Street to Maine Avenue. Turn right on Maine Avenue.
From West (Fairfax, VA)
Take I-66 East. Take Exit 75 and follow VA-110 South to I-395 North. Take Exit 4 toward SW Waterfront/National Park/Maine Ave and follow 9th Street to Maine Avenue. You will then face The Anthem.
What are parking options?
The Wharf has ample paid parking on-site. More information on parking locations, costs, and availability can be found here: https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/car-parking/
What are the public transportation options?
Metro
The Anthem is 4 blocks away from L’Enfant Plaza on the Blue, Orange, Green, Silver, Yellow lines, and also 4 blocks away from the Waterfront Metro on the Green line.
Taxi and Rideshare
There are designated drop-off and pick-up locations for Uber, Lyft, the Taxi Commission and DDot.
Where do I enter when I arrive at The Anthem?
Please enter through the main entrance on the waterfront side of the Wharf. There will be ample signage directing you to the event area. Govini is committed to ensuring accessibility for everyone. Please reach out to your contact directly should you need additional assistance or have any special accommodation requests.
Can I receive a demo of Ark?
Yes! Our teams will be doing live demos of Ark throughout the event.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes, we encourage you to bring guests! We kindly ask that you register them, along with yourself, so we have an accurate headcount for the venue.
How can I request special accommodations for the event?
Govini is committed to ensuring accessibility for everyone. Please reach out to your contact directly should you need additional assistance or have any special accommodation requests.
When do I need to RSVP?
Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can give the venue an accurate headcount. Space at the event is limited.
What if I RSVPed but can no longer make it?
We'll be sad to miss you but understand that plans can change! Please let us know as soon as possible by reaching out to your contact at Govini or emailing us at info@govini.com so we can adjust the headcount for the venue.
Where can I view last year’s recorded panels?
You are welcome to view last year’s sessions here: https://www.govini.com/2024-defense-software-data-summit
I have another question. Who should I contact?
For additional information, please contact us at info@govini.com.
The Anthem
901 Wharf St SW
Washington, DC 20024
https://theanthemdc.com/
