Each year in early March, the leading minds in aerospace and defense convene in Austin for multiple days of highly curated events and programming. Across over 100 panels, parties, and networking opportunities, these industry leaders discuss the future of the field, the challenges, and the solutions for the most significant issues facing innovators in the field.
Amid this programming, on March 8, 2025, is the fourth annual, invite-only SDI Speaker Showcase & Reception. SDI brings together prominent voices from government, industry, and the broader aerospace and defense innovation ecosystem for curated conversations and networking. The event also includes the SDI Awards, which honor exceptional individuals driving the future of aerospace and defense and recognize leaders and innovators across government, industry, and academia who are setting new standards, breaking boundaries, and redefining what’s possible across the aerospace and defense sectors.
Why SDI Stands Apart:
- Innovation and True Collaboration: At larger events, it can be challenging to catch the right people to make a meaningful connection. This invite-only event curates the brightest and most influential minds that are driving the creativity, innovation, and future of the aerospace and defense industry for a day of thought provoking presentations and impactful conversations.
- Global Partnerships: Representatives from the U.S. and allied nations create opportunities for new and expanding relationships.
- SDI Awards: The event concludes with the announcement of the SDI Award winners.
Why Attend:
This highly-curated reception brings together forward-thinking DoD and Government innovation leaders, investors, industry trade groups, media, C-suite innovators, and Fortune 500 company executives. The event facilitates expanding networks with ideal contacts. If you want to be part of meaningful conversations with decision-makers in the aerospace industry, join us at SDI. For more details about how to get involved and register, visit SDIReception.com.
