Join experts and decision makers in the military, industry, and congress. Leadership will discuss how the Surface Force is a critical element of national defense and security in an era of great power competition. With 80+ exhibitors, 3,000+ attendees, this is one of the most influential professional development and networking opportunities in the defense community.
Where: Hyatt Regency Crystal City
When: January 12-14, 2021
Theme: TBD
It is important to note that parking enforcement in Crystal City is robust and timely. The Early Bird parking at the two parking garages is the best value for a workday event at the Hotel.
Attendees (Active Duty/Reservist in Uniform): Khakis or SDBs are appropriate for all events EXCEPT the Banquet on Thursday evening. Banquet is Service Dress Blues with ribbons.
Attendees (All Others): Business Attire for all events including the Banquet.
Awardees (Active Duty/Reservist in Uniform): Service Dress Blue for Awards Luncheon & Banquet. Khakis or SDBs for all other events.
Awardees (All Others): Business Attire
Speakers (Active Duty/Reservist in Uniform) Service Dress Blues or equivalent.
Speakers (All Others): Business Attire
We highly encourage members of the media to attend the Symposium. Members of the media should register using the Registration link.
Members of the media may attend the seminar sessions at no charge. We DO NOT provide free meals to media, however, if you wish to just cover the International Navies Lunch we do set up a media table at the back of the room. If you are ordering a meal, please pay the $20 rate as indicated on the Registration Form.
The following events are NOT open to the Media:
A media lounge will be open Tuesday Afternoon to Thursday. Please pick up registration materials on-site at the Registration Area located in the hotel lobby.
An administrative fee of $20 will be charged if you cancel on/before 1200 EST, January 8, 2020. After that time there are no refunds.