Defense Innovation Summit: Future of National Security Innovation

The future of national security innovation is being built now. Come be part of what comes next. February 11, 2027.
About this Event

The future of national security innovation is being built now. Be part of what comes next.

On February 11, 2027, TiE Tampa Bay brings together entrepreneurs, investors, defense and government leaders, and industry innovators for the Defense Innovation Summit: Future of National Security Innovation in Tampa, Florida.

INNOVATE. INVEST. IMPACT.

This isn't a day to simply talk about innovation. Come experience it.

EXPERIENCE THE FUTURE NOW | Interactive Technology Showcase

Have cutting-edge technology to showcase?

Put it in front of the people who can help accelerate what comes next.

Explore emerging defense and dual-use technologies, including robotics, autonomous systems, UAS, AI, cybersecurity, simulation, advanced manufacturing, mobility, and more.

Meet the innovators. See the technology in action. Discover opportunities for collaboration, commercialization, and deployment.

A limited number of showcase spaces are available.

BUILDING A DEFENSE OR DUAL-USE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY?

Looking for capital, customers, strategic partners, or pathways to deployment?

We want to hear from you.

We're inviting companies across three stages of development to apply:

• Emerging Capability — From R&D and prototype to first customer.
• Validated Growth — From customer validation to repeatable commercialization.
• Scale & Deployment — From proven capability to scaled adoption.

Selected companies will receive complimentary showcase space, opportunities for interactive demonstrations, and pitch coaching. They may also be invited to present their companies and participate in focused conversations with investors and government representatives at SOFWERX on February 12.

Applications are open. Apply now:
https://tie-defense-showcase-2027.mycobi.com/apply

BE IN THE ROOM | Attend the Summit

February 11 is designed around three connected experiences:

Experience the Future Now — Explore emerging technologies and meet the innovators developing them.

Main Stage — Hear from leaders across defense, government, investment, and industry through keynotes, panels, and conversations about the future of national security innovation.

Networking & Connections — Build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, potential customers, government representatives, and industry partners throughout the day and at the evening reception.

February 11, 2027 | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM
Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC | Tampa, Florida

REGISTER TO ATTEND

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING?

Connect your organization with the people and technologies advancing national security innovation. Sponsorship opportunities offer brand visibility, thought leadership, technology engagement, and relationship-building with entrepreneurs, investors, government, and industry.

Technology Showcase Opportunities | Company Applications | Sponsorships — Available Now

Whether you're developing technology, investing in innovation, seeking new capabilities, or building partnerships that help solutions reach the market, we want you in the room.

Know a company or industry leader who should be part of this? Share the opportunity.

Let's connect innovation with the people, capital, and opportunities needed to make an impact.

INNOVATE. INVEST. IMPACT.

Agenda

🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Doors Open + Registration + Experience the Future
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Refreshments + Networking
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Opening Remarks + Keynote
🕑: 01:30 PM - 05:45 PM
Keynotes + Panels + Fireside Chats
🕑: 05:30 PM
People's Choice Recognition
🕑: 06:00 PM
Formal Programming Concludes
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Cocktail Reception + Networking