American Aerospace & Defence Summit
December 4-5, 2025
11th Annual
American Aerospace & Defense Summit
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa - Glendale, AZ
Featured Speakers
Peter Lengyel
President and CEO
Safran USA
Vanessa Wyche
Associate Administrator
NASA
Joe Miller
President, Government Operations
BWX Technologies
Adaora Nelson, Ph.D.
VP, Quality and Mission Assurance
Raytheon | An RTX Business
Sophia Bright
VP, US Navy Product Support
Boeing
Scott Alexander
President, Missile Solutions
L3Harris
About the American Aerospace & Defense Summit
Join us this December for two dynamic days of insight and connection at the 2025 American Aerospace & Defense Summit, where 300 senior leaders from top aerospace and defense organizations will gather to explore the industry’s most pressing challenges and transformative opportunities.
Our content-rich agenda, led by prominent A&D executives, features sessions on accelerating aerospace manufacturing, optimizing supply chain performance, driving cost efficiency, and elevating quality across defense and aerospace systems.
From real-world case studies to strategic panel discussions, this executive summit offers a deep dive into cutting-edge aerospace technologies, global offset strategies, and the evolving defense landscape. Don’t miss your opportunity to gain actionable insights and forge high-value connections with industry leaders shaping the future of aerospace and defense.
Key Themes
Enhancing real-time supply chain visibility to improve decision-making speed and accuracy
Optimizing supplier relationships to drive performance and collaboration across networks
Strengthening risk management practices to mitigate supply chain disruptions proactively
Modelling complex supply networks to anticipate vulnerabilities and improve resilience
Streamlining change management to adapt supply chain strategies rapidly in evolving markets
Mitigating the impact of tariffs by proactively assessing trade policy risks
Building flexible systems for rapid prototyping without delays
Exploring how Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) production processes have evolved and their critical role in modern aerospace manufacturing
Improving supplier accountability through outcome-based contracts and transparent performance metrics
Developing a supply chain tailored to meet the complexity and precision requirements of engine production
Elevating quality assurance through advanced supplier quality management techniques
Integrating non-destructive testing methods to ensure manufacturing integrity and safety
Navigating compliance standards to reduce risk and meet regulatory demands efficiently
Implementing robust risk assessment protocols to certify products and processes reliably
Balancing cost and quality management to optimize value without compromising standards
How the FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA are evolving to address cybersecurity as a core aviation safety requirement
The operational impact of merging airworthiness standards with digital risk mandates
Discussing risk mitigation techniques for both hardware and software components under operational stress
Embedding safety-first principles into secure processing workflows from design to deployment
Enhancing interoperability and trust with certified secure processing across open system architectures
Expanding additive manufacturing applications to accelerate prototyping and production cycles
Leveraging automation and robotics to enhance precision and reduce manual labor
Deploying digital twin technology for virtual simulation and predictive manufacturing insights
Advancing electronics manufacturing with integrated process controls and quality checkpoints
Enhancing assembly processes through 3D measurement and real-time monitoring systems
Exploring how integration enhances performance, resilience, and responsiveness in contested space
Examining current priorities driving the evolution of U.S. space security and intelligence programs
Accelerating production readiness for Stinger, Coyote, NASAMS and directed-energy weapon systems
Leveraging AI to enhance situational awareness and expedite decision-making processes.
Overcoming ramp-up challenges by focusing on workforce development, automation, and process discipline.
Advancing predictive design and simulation through the integration of AI and machine learning in aerospace engineering
Enhancing maintenance efficiency and workforce readiness with real-time, AI-driven diagnostics and technical support
Building secure, cloud-enabled infrastructure to support next-generation collaboration, validation, and mission systems
Driving aerospace and defense innovation through intelligent automation, generative AI, and cross-functional digital transformation initiatives
Balancing AI innovation with rigorous regulatory and mission assurance requirements
Bridging the skill gap between veteran and new mechanics with step-by-step, contextual AI support
Bridging legacy infrastructure with modern, AI-enhanced cybersecurity frameworks
Safeguarding sensitive systems while ensuring the continuity of critical operations
Aligning OEMs, suppliers, and mission stakeholders through shared digital platforms
Reducing program risk by enabling early integration, rapid prototyping, and virtual validation
The American Aerospace & Defense Summit Experience
- 300+ Senior-Level Executives
- 150+ Business Meetings Executed Onsite
- Hear Thought Provoking Case Studies
- Learn Key Implementable Ideas & Solutions
Testimonials
Collaboration is absolutely key. Being at a summit like this—meeting new faces, learning what other companies are doing—it’s incredibly important. No one person or company can drive this industry forward alone. For me, it’s all about networking, building new relationships, and strengthening existing ones.
It’s hard to pick just one highlight. The keynotes offered powerful perspectives on industry growth. Over lunch, I realized I’d been indirectly collaborating with peers without even knowing it. That kind of connection and shared purpose is what helps move the industry forward.
I find value in all the sessions, but from both an industry and personal career perspective, the networking—especially the 1:1s and Lunch & Learns—stands out the most.
For me, it’s a mix of the presentations and the networking. Connecting with such a high-caliber group of people is a real benefit.
I like the entire concept and wouldn’t single out one element. It’s the combination that makes the experience so worthwhile.
It’s hard to pick just one thing—they’re all part of the overall experience. Meeting new people, discovering new vendors, learning about the work others are doing—it all helps me bring fresh ideas back to my own organization.
Collaboration is absolutely key. Being at a summit like this—meeting new faces, learning what other companies are doing—it’s incredibly important. No one person or company can drive this industry forward alone. For me, it’s all about networking, building new relationships, and strengthening existing ones.
It’s hard to pick just one highlight. The keynotes offered powerful perspectives on industry growth. Over lunch, I realized I’d been indirectly collaborating with peers without even knowing it. That kind of connection and shared purpose is what helps move the industry forward.
I find value in all the sessions, but from both an industry and personal career perspective, the networking—especially the 1:1s and Lunch & Learns—stands out the most.
For me, it’s a mix of the presentations and the networking. Connecting with such a high-caliber group of people is a real benefit.
I like the entire concept and wouldn’t single out one element. It’s the combination that makes the experience so worthwhile.
It’s hard to pick just one thing—they’re all part of the overall experience. Meeting new people, discovering new vendors, learning about the work others are doing—it all helps me bring fresh ideas back to my own organization.
Become a Sponsor at the American Aerospace & Defense Summit
Maximize your presence in the aerospace and defense industry by becoming a sponsor at the AAD Summit 2025. Access top-level decision-makers, VPs, and Directors in aerospace and defense manufacturing and design, technology, engineering, and supply chain. Showcase your solutions to top aerospace companies and forge strategic partnerships through tailored sponsorship packages. Seamlessly integrate into global aerospace with our extensive networking events and structured 1-to-1 meetings. Join us at the forefront of aerospace and defense industry trends and technologies.
Marketing 365
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20 Minute, PRE-QUALIFIED ONE-TO-ONE MEETINGS
At our executive aerospace & defense event, our one-to-one meetings go beyond speed dating, providing you with the opportunity to pre-qualify potential meeting candidates and make adjustments to your meeting schedule before the onsite one-to-one meeting.
LIMITED EXHIBITION FLOOR
We limit the number of sponsors at our aerospace summit to ensure that quality interactions occur on the floor. We bring only the most relevant, capable and credible thought leaders to our events to meet with our aerospace & defense delegates and speaker faculty.
executive attendees
Generis summits are invitation only. Registrations are only granted to delegates who meet our strict qualification and seniority standards.
speaking opportunities
Unlike other aerospace conferences, speaking opportunities at Generis events are tailored to your needs. We offer you direct access to a highly targeted audience that makes the decision on what their business will do next.
ONLINE DELEGATE CATALOG
Full access to specific and detailed business intelligence on each attending delegate including a detailed profile and their key areas of focus/investment via our proprietary attendee database.
To ensure the exclusivity of our aerospace & defense event, we have password protected our pages. Access is granted to qualified individuals and companies who meet the requirements for attendance. To find out more about sponsorship opportunities and the range of services offered in our packages, please contact us and we will follow up with you shortly.
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