For session descriptions and speakers, check out the symposium agenda.
Monday, December 8
7 AM – 6 PM
Ballroom Level
REGISTRATION/BADGE PICK-UP
8 AM – 5 PM
National Harbor 10
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Counter-C5ISRT Tabletop Exercise
Presented by Bryan Clark and David Byrd
8 AM – 5 PM
National Harbor 11
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Principles of Metasurface-Driven Electronic Warfare
Presented by Dr. Rafael Licursi
8 AM – 12 PM
National Harbor 12
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Antenna Theory for EW Professionals: A Quick But Thorough “Crash Course”
Presented by Major Timothy Wolfe, PhD.
8 AM – 12 PM
National Harbor 13
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Global Conflict and Emerging Technologies: Lessons from the Russia-Ukraine War
Presented by Dr. Shawana P. Johnson, GISP
1 – 4 PM
FUTURE LEADERS MEETING
NextGen Crows: Connect, Learn, Lead
Join us for an energizing afternoon of networking, learning, and fun! This event is hosted by AOC’s Future Leaders Committee.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to take the next step in your career, this half-day networking event is the perfect place to connect with peers, explore AOC resources, and enjoy some casual fun along the way. Games, icebreakers, and great conversations guaranteed!
Please note: This event is hosted in conjunction with AOC 2025. Please make sure you're registered for AOC 2025 before registering for NextGen Crows: Connect, Learn, Lead.
1 – 5 PM
National Harbor 12
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Microelectronics 101 for EW Professionals: A Quick But Thorough “Crash Course”
Presented by Major Timothy Wolfe, PhD.
1 – 5 PM
National Harbor 13
PRE-CONVENTION COURSE*
Global Conflict and Emerging Technologies: Lessons from the Russia-Ukraine War
Presented by Dr. Shawana P. Johnson, GISP
5:30 – 7:30 PM
POSE Rooftop Lounge
WELCOME RECEPTION
Open to Master Pass and Exhibitor badge types only.
*Separate registration required.
Tuesday, December 9
7 AM – 6 PM
Ballroom Level
REGISTRATION/BADGE PICK-UP
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Foyer Outside of Hall A (Main Stage Area)
MORNING COFFEE
8:30 – 10 AM
Main Stage
Laurie Moe Buckhout
Former Assistant National Cyber Director for Policy, The White House
10 AM – 6 PM
Expo Hall
EXPO HALL & CROWS’ NEST OPEN
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Main Stage
AOC BUSINESS MEETING
Calling all AOC members! Please join us for an annual business meeting of our association. The meeting will include a report from President Tony Lisuzzo on the strategic and financial future of AOC and a review of notable activities for the year. The AOC 2025 Chapter Flow-Up Awards will be presented during the meeting. Chapter officers and chapter representatives will gather to find out what’s new at AOC and how that impacts your chapter as well as discuss 2026 activities.
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Expo Hall
LUNCH IN THE HALL
1 – 2:30 PM
Main Stage
SPOTLIGHT SESSION
3 – 4:30 PM
Ballroom Level
BREAKOUT SESSION
TECHNICAL BRIEFINGS
BREAKOUT SESSION
4:30 – 6 PM
Expo Hall
HAPPY HOUR IN THE HALL
Wednesday, December 10
7 AM – 6 PM
Ballroom Level
REGISTRATION/BADGE PICK-UP
7 – 8:15 AM
Chesapeake F
EW in EW Breakfast
SOLD OUT!
If you are interested in joining the waitlist, please complete this form.
Please note that completing this form does not guarantee you a seat. In the event that there is a cancellation, those on the waitlist will be contacted in the order their waitlist request was received.
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Foyer Outside of Hall A (Main Stage Area)
MORNING COFFEE
8:30 AM – 10 AM
Main Stage
KEYNOTE SESSION
The Honorable Don Bacon
Chair, House Armed Services Subcommittee on Cyber, IT and Innovation Subcommittee, US House of Representatives
10 AM – 6 PM
Expo Hall
EXPO HALL & CROWS’ NEST OPEN
10:15 – 11:45 AM
Ballroom Level
BREAKOUT SESSION
BREAKOUT SESSION
PROGRAM MANAGER BRIEFING SERIES
Navy Programs
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Expo Hall
LUNCH IN THE HALL
1 – 2:30 PM
Ballroom Level
BREAKOUT SESSION
TECHNICAL BRIEFINGS
PROGRAM MANAGER BRIEFING SERIES
Army Programs
3 – 4:30 PM
Ballroom Level
BREAKOUT SESSION
BREAKOUT SESSION
PROGRAM MANAGER BRIEFING SERIES
Air Force Programs
4:45– 5:30PM
Main Stage
LIVE RECORDING OF THE FTCN PODCAST
4:30 – 6:00 PM
Expo Hall
HAPPY HOUR IN THE HALL
Thursday, December 11
7:30 AM – 2 PM
Ballroom Level
REGISTRATION/BADGE PICK-UP
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Foyer Outside of Hall A (Main Stage Area)
MORNING COFFEE
8:30 – 10 AM
Main Stage
KEYNOTE SESSION
Join us to honor AOC’s 2025 Military Award recipients whose contributions continue to shape the future of electronic warfare.
Lieutenant General Paul T. Stanton
Department of War Cyber Defense Command Commander and Director, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
10 AM – 2 PM
Expo Hall
EXPO HALL & CROWS’ NEST OPEN
10:15 – 11:45 AM
Ballroom Level
TECHNICAL BRIEFINGS
TECHNICAL BRIEFINGS
BREAKOUT SESSION
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Expo Hall
LUNCH IN THE HALL
1 – 2 PM
Main Stage