2023 AFA Warfare Symposium

The AFA Warfare Symposium is the premier professional development event for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force and the aerospace and defense industry that supports them—focused on the critical concerns and challenges of joint warfare in every corner of the globe. Drawing speakers from combatant commands, as well as from the Air and Space forces, the symposium featured opportunities to network and dynamic exhibits, as well as the unique Spark Tank innovation competition. 

Air, Space & Cyber Conference

AFA's Air, Space & Cyber Conference is the leading professional development event for Air Force and Space Force officers, enlisted members, civilians, veterans, and defense industry leaders and representatives.

Our conference brings together top Air Force and Space Force leadership, industry experts, and government officials to discuss challenges facing the aerospace and cyber communities today and in the future. 

WEPCON Alpha

WEPCON consists of classified forums introducing new technologies, discussing capability gaps, and highlighting opportunities for engagement between industry partners and the Department of Defense.

Weapons Pitch Day

U.S. Air Force “Pitch Days” have been likened to the Air Force’s version of “Shark Tank” – as the event is focused on lowering the barrier to entry through accelerated, same-day contracting for entrepreneurs, technologists, small businesses, etc. – innovators who are intent on bringing cutting-edge ideas to the Air Force.

Ohio Space Forum

The Ohio Space Forum provides every attendee the chance to gather among nationally recognized thought leaders in space intelligence, exploration, and defense to benefit from their expertise. This is your premier opportunity to link with state and national leaders to learn how Ohio continues building on our unparalleled space heritage, innovation, and tech workforce to pave the way in fortifying America’s National and Economic Security and Space Exploration objectives. 

Come join us in Cleveland, Ohio at the NASA Glenn Research Center!

SME Connect (DoD ONLY)

SME Connect includes a SME Profile and a SME Search Engine which allows the intake of curricula vitaes, resumes, knowledge, skills and abilities and general information to enable warfighters, operators, subject matter experts (SMEs), researchers and support teams to easily connect by using a google-like search bar. SME Connect is CAC enabled to ensure access by authorized users only (DoD military, civilian and contractor CAC card holders).