0700 - 14th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference 

0700 - 14th Annual Expeditionary Warfare Conference 

Theme

"Expeditionary Warfare in a Complex Joint Operating Environment"

Event Number
0700

Event Date
11/16/2009  to 11/19/2009

Event Location
Bay Point Marriott Hotel

Event Contact
Ms. Mary Anna Christiansen at mchristiansen@ndia.org or (703)247-2596

Introduction


This is the fourteenth consecutive year NDIA has sponsored the Expeditionary Warfare Conference (EWC).  The conference continues to grow in importance to both industry and DoD attendees.  The conference has a sustained level of attendance at over 600, including over 50 active duty, retired flag and general officers and their civilian equivalents. 

The objectives of the EWC are to provide:

  • An opportunity for the Services to provide clear statements of their requirements and intent to industry, service laboratories and other interested parties
  • An opportunity for frank dialogue among the military services, industry and other attendees
  • A celebration of the atmosphere of trust and cooperation that exists between the military services and industry

This conference continues to serve as the premier venue for Defense and Industry Expeditionary Warfare Leaders to assemble each year and discuss the issues and challenges facing the forces of today and tomorrow.  This year, the conference will examine issues related to “Expeditionary Warfare in a Complex Joint Operating Environment.”  Our sessions will focus on A Review of QDR Impacts on the Roles/Missions of the Land and Naval Forces; EXWAR Challenges/Way Ahead in the Future JOE; Achieving the Right Capability Balance; Industry/Small Business Adaptation to the New National Security Focus; and Balancing Resources in Support of EXWAR in Complex JOE.  Join us to discuss the myriad of issues that will continue to affect security challenges of the 21st Century.

Agenda

Download/Print/View the current agenda as of 11-12-09

Location

Bay Point Marriott Hotel
4200 Marriott Dr
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
Tel:  (800) 644-2650
Fax: (850) 236-6158

Lodging

The room block has been closed.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Bay Point Marriott Hotel.  To make your reservation, please call the hotel directly.  In order to ensure the discounted NDIA rate, ask for the "NDIA - Expeditionary Warfare" room block.  Rooms will not be held after Monday, October 14, 2009 and may sell out before then.  Rates are also subject to increase after this date.

Bay Point Marriott Hotel
4200 Marriott Dr.
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(800) 644-2650

Government Rate*: Prevailing government per diem (Single/Double)
Industry Rate: $129.00/$149.00 (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.

Alternative Accommodations
 
Hampton Inn Panama City Beach
2909 Thomas Dr
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 236-8988 
 
La Quinta Inn & Suites Panama City Beach
7115 Coastal Palms Blvd
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 234-3133

Registration

Registration Fees

 

Early

Regular

Late

 

(Before 09/26/09)

 (09/26/09 - 11/06/09)

(After 11/06/09)

Government/Academia/Allied

$490

$545

$670

Industry NDIA Member

$590

$655

$740

Industry Non-NDIA Member**

$665

$740

$825


Download/Print/View the Registration Form

Registration is now closed. To be placed on the waiting list please email your registration form to Mary Anna Christiansen at mchristiansen@ndia.org.

Additional Fees
Golf Tournament $100
Spouse/Guest to attend Reception and Dinner $60
Spouse/Guest to attend Pig Roast $30

Regular registration will close at 5:00 PM EST on November 6, 2009.  You must register at the late registration rate after this date.  Payment must be made at the time of registration, and registrations will not be taken over the phone.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received before November 6, 2009 will receive a refund minus a $75 cancellation fee.  Refunds will not be given for cancellations received after November 6, 2009.  Cancellations must be made in writing.  Substitutions are welcome in lieu of cancellations.

Table Top Displays

An area will be available for the setup of displays to demonstrate your company’s unique tools or capabilities.  The display registration fee is $5,000.

All displays must be of the simple table-top/pop-up style standards.  Space per display shall not exceed 10 ft. wide by 6 ft. deep.  Minimal hardware is to be used, computer systems for demonstrations will be permitted.  A formal decorating company will be utilized. Companies must bring their own display and plan to do their own set-up and tear down. 

For more information please contact Ms. Mary Anna Christiansen, Meeting Planner, mchristiansen@ndia.org or (703) 247-2596.

Attendee Information

Golf Tournament
NDIA invites you to participate in this year’s golf tournament in conjunction with the conference!  The format is a Captain’s Choice Four Person Scramble with a Shotgun start at 8:00 AM, November 16, 2009. You may enter individually and be paired up with other NDIA and/or local golfers, or request your own team. Awards and prizes will be presented during lunch at the clubhouse after the tournament. The Golf Tournament is open to all levels of play and cost $100. The $100 fee includes: cart rental, balls, green fees, and lunch.

Attire
Appropriate dress for this conference is business casual for civilians and Class B uniform or uniform of the day for military personnel.

ID Badge
During conference 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 conference.  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 #0700. 

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.

Organization Representation
Download/Print/View a listing of 2008 conference attendee and displayer organizations.

Promotional Partnership Opportunities

By enhancing your brand with a promotional partnership at our events, you will build a stronger perception from the audience and stand out from the crowd. Promotional Partnerships are a powerful tool which you can use to maximize your company’s message while enhancing your marketing strategy.  As a promotional partner, you maximum exposure through:
 
Signage
Company description and logo in the on-site agenda
Promotional products with your company logo
Podium recognition
And more depending on your sponsorship 
 
Securing your sponsorship is as easy as 1,2,3:

  1. Review the sponsorship menu below

  2. Pick the one you would like and email your choice to Mary Anna Christiansen, mchristiansen@ndia.org

  3. Complete the contract with payment

Promotional partnerships will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

  • Continental Breakfast, (3 available) $5,000 each, $9,000 Title
  • Lunch, (3 available) $6,000 each, $10,000 Title
  • Refreshment Break, $6,000 each, $10,000 Title
  • Reception, $7,000
  • Break Area, (3 available) $3,000 each, $9,000 Title
  • Lanyards, $2,000
  • Literature Insert, $1,500
  • Golf Hole, $100
  • Spouse Tea, $2,000
  • Conference Bag, $5,000
  • Pig Roast, $15,000

Contact Info/Inquiries/Questions

NDIA POC: Mary Anna Christiansen, mchristiansen@ndia.org or (703) 247-2596

 

Affiliate Associations

The Association for Enterprise Information    National Training and Simulation Association    Precision Strike Association    Women in Defense