Defense & Industry Symposium
Presented by Northrop Grumman
Where AI, Cyber & Defense Converge
April 8-9, 2026
Box Elder Events Center
Box Elder, South Dakota
The 2026 Defense & Industry Symposium will bring together national, regional, and local leaders from industry, the military, and the community to explore the critical role each plays in the national security equation.
Military: UOD
Civilian: Business casual
Panelist: Business casual / UOD (military)
Featured Speaker: Business / Service Dress
Who Should Attend
This conference is best suited for leaders and professionals involved in national security, critical infrastructure, defense industry, and advanced technology (especially AI, cyber, and drones), plus students and educators in related STEM fields.
- Governor's office & state leadership
- Emergency management & public safety officials
- First responders
- National Guard & military leaders
- Federal infrastructure, defense & cyber agencies
- Defense contractors & industry partners
- Critical infrastructure owners/operators
- Cyber, IT & compliance leaders
- Military, academic & research professionals
- Students & civic/economic development leaders
Agenda
Wednesday, April 8
Thursday, April 9
* Agenda subject to change
