FAIRFAX, Va./EWORLDWIRE/April 12, 2006 --- Transformation TechNet 2006 will bring representatives together from all branches of service and the joint forces to discuss “Team Transformation… A Must for International Security.” The conference and exposition takes place in the Hampton Roads Convention Center May 9-10, 2006.
The Hampton Roads region is becoming well known as the center of transformational “doing” for the military, government and industry. AFCEA International and the AFCEA Hampton Roads and Tidewater Chapters have put together a comprehensive schedule of featured speakers, panel sessions, and exhibits that involve these groups. For detailed information, go to www.afcea.org/events/transformation.
Transformation TechNet includes an impressive lineup of speakers:
- LTG Michael D. Maples, USA, Director, Defense Intelligence Agency
- ADM Sir Mark Stanhope KCB, OBE, UK Royal Navy, Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Transformation
- LTG John R. Wood, USA, Deputy Commander, U.S. Joint Forces Command
- MG David A. Fastabend, USA, Deputy Director/Chief of Staff, Army Capabilities Integration Center, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
The conference will also feature four panel sessions focusing on specific aspects of international security: Interagency Interoperability and Collaboration; Multi-National Experimentation; Coalition Network Security; and Architecture Standardization and Collaboration. Panel members include representatives from the Defense Information Systems Agency, U.S. Agency for International Development, Naval Network Warfare Command, Supreme Allied Command Transformation, Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Networks and Information Integration, Marine Corps Combat Development Command and Headquarters U.S. Air Force.
Over 40 exhibitors will display their products and solutions at Transformation TechNet, and attendees will gain keen insight into the emerging technologies that will make transformation possible. The exposition includes local companies, large defense contractors, small businesses and government agencies.
AFCEA welcomes the Department of the Navy Information Management and Information Technology conference sessions, hosted by the Department of the Navy Chief Information Officer (DON CIO) May 8-10. These sessions are open to all Transformation TechNet attendees.
Transformation TechNet offers numerous professional development and networking opportunities. In addition, AFCEA’s Career Transition Seminar will provide valuable assistance to military and government personnel transitioning to the private sector. Admission to the conference and exposition is free to government and military, there is a fee for industry. Online registration is available at www.afcea.org/events/transformation">http://www.afcea.org/events/transformation; on-site registration is available beginning Monday, May 8.
The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) is an international non-profit association providing a forum for the professional communications, electronics, intelligence and information systems community. AFCEA serves as an ethical bridge between government requirements and industry’s capabilities, representing the top government, industry and military professionals.
For more information visit www.afcea.org.
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