Agenda

We are pleased to announce the following Keynote Speakers:

• Mr. Rand Beers, Under Secretary for National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD)
• Dr. Andrew Purdy, Chief Cyber Security Strategist, Computer Sciences Corporation; Former Senior Cyber Security Advisor, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• The Honorable Michael Chertoff, Founder & Principal, The Chertoff Group; Former Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Symposium Sessions will include:

• International Terrorism - The Threat from Abroad
• Domestic Terrorism - The Threat at Home
• The Wrath and Consequences of "Mother Nature"
• Border Security
• Cyber Threats and Enhancing Security of the IT Infrastructure
• Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience
• Covering Risks and Disasters (Media Panel)

Download/print/view the working agenda (as of 9/2/2010)

Location

Sheraton National Hotel
900 South Orme Street
Arlington, VA 22204
Tel: (703) 521-1900

The closest metro stop to the Sheraton National Hotel is the Pentagon City Metro Stop which is serviced by the Yellow and Blue line.

Hotel Shuttle runs every 30 minutes to and from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and the Pentagon City Mall Metro. The shuttle picks up at the bus depot outside of Ritz and Nordstrom.

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Download/Print/View driving directions to the Sheraton National Hotel.

Lodging

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Sheraton National Hotel.  To make your reservation, please call the hotel directly at (703) 521-1900.  In order to ensure the discounted NDIA rate, you must make your reservations early and ask for the "NDIA" room block.  Rooms will not be held after Friday, September 10, 2010 and may sell out before then.  Rates are also subject to increase after this date.

Sheraton National Hotel
900 South Orme Street
Arlington, VA 22204
Tel: (703) 521-1900

Government Rate*: Prevailing government per diem (Single/Double)
Industry Rate: $229.00 (Single/Double)

*The government per diem rate is available only to active duty or civilian government employees.  ID will be required upon check-in.  Retired military ID's do not qualify. 

Registration

There are three ways to register:

1. Register Online: You will receive an e-mailed confirmation immediately upon receipt of your payment online, so please ensure that your e-mail address is complete and accurate.
2. Register by Fax: You may fax the conference registration form with your credit card number, expiration date, and signature to NDIA at (703) 522-1885.
3. Register by Mail: Please complete the registration form and mail it along with your registration fee payment to:
   National Defense Industrial Association
   Event #0490
   2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400
   Arlington, VA  22201-3061

  Download/Print/View the registration form.

With your purchase of full conference registration, you are entitled to:
 - General Sessions
 - Exhibit Hall
 - Continental Breakfasts
 - Morning and Afternoon Networking Breaks
 - Luncheons
 - Welcome Reception
 - Onsite Agenda and Meeting Materials
 - Post-event Online Speaker Proceedings (if releasable by Speaker)

Reminder...
Online registration will close on September 22, 2010. You must register onsite at the late registration rate after this date. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Registrations will not be taken over the phone.

Cancellation Policy
Refunds will not be given for cancellations received after September 17, 2010. Cancellations made before this date will receive a refund minus a $75 collection fee.  Cancellations must be made in writing.  Substitutions are welcome in lieu of cancellations. Please note: this policy does not include exhibit booth cancellations. 

Exhibits

Please visit the exhibits webpage for information.  Please contact Allison Hitchner, Exhibits Manager, at ahitchner@ndia.org or (703) 247-2573 with any questions.

No photography is allowed in the exhibit hall.  Cameras and cell phones will be confiscated by security if they are used to photograph any exhibit without prior consent from NDIA management.
 
No one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the exhibit hall.

Attendee Information

Attire
Appropriate dress for the meeting is business for civilians and Class A uniform or uniform of the day for military personnel.

ID Badge
During symposium registration and check-in, each attendee will be issued an identification badge.  Please be prepared to present a valid picture ID.  Your badge must be worn at all symposium functions.
 
Proceedings
Proceedings will be available on the web through the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) two weeks after the symposium.  All registered attendees will receive an email notification once the proceedings are available.

Special Needs
NDIA supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  For more information, please contact NDIA and reference Event #0490. 

National Defense
Advertise in National Defense and increase your organization's exposure at this event.  National Defense will be distributed to attendees of this symposium, as well as other NDIA events.  For more information, please contact Dino Pignotti, NDIA, at (703) 247-2541 or dpignotti@ndia.org.

Sponsorship Information

Many of the NDIA events offer category exclusive partnerships to fit your budget.  By enhancing your brand with a partnership at our events, you'll build a stronger perception from the audience and stand out from the crowd.

Download/print/view the Sponsorship Menu.

For additional information, please contact Mrs. Alden Davidson, CEM, Associate Director of Exhibits, at adavidson@ndia.org or (703) 247-2582.

Contact Info/Inquiries/Questions

NDIA Symposium POC: Ms. Brant Murray, bmurray@ndia.org or (703) 247-2572.

NDIA Exhibits POC: Ms. Allison Hitchner, ahitchner@ndia.org or (703) 247-2573.