Industry is cordially invited to participate in the 2011 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference. Please note: Third party companies have not been contracted by NDIA to assist you in booking your reservation. If you are contacted by a third party, note that the company does not represent NDIA. Please make your reservation by directly phoning your hotel of choice. Please contact Pat Sutherland at
[email protected] or (386) 626-5061 with any lodging issues. "Special Operations Forces: Setting The Course" The increasing complexity of today's global environment demands that Special Operations Forces, now more than ever, obtain the necessary skills and are equipped with the right capabilities to respond wherever and whenever needed. 2011 SOFIC promises to provide a forum for collaboration and positive, proactive networking between all key stakeholders from industry, academia, professional organizations, and government agencies who support the special operations enterprise as we continue to adapt to unpredictable threats around the globe. The technology exhibition will showcase new and emerging technologies and products developed by industry's innovators. The event will provide a truly ground-breaking and insightful forum committed to directly support our nation's premier specialized forces and set the course for SOF moving forward. Theme: "Special Operations Forces: Setting The Course" When: 5/17/2011 to 5/19/2011 Where: Tampa Convention Center 333 S. Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 274-8511 Gala Reception & Dinner Marriott Waterside Hotel 700 South Florida Avenue Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 221-4900 5/17/2011 - Tuesday Business Opportunities Session A Business Opportunities Session will occur on Tuesday morning, May 17, 2011 with USSOCOM small business, acquisition, and science and technology experts, addressing requirements and opportunities for industry partners supporting SOF. Attendees will be provided an opportunity to establish key partnerships, gain insight, and hear first‐hand from USSOCOM acquisition leaders about current SOCOM and DoD changes and priorities. Attendance to this Session is included with the purchase of full conference registration, or may be purchased individually for a separate fee. Please refer to the red "Registration" tab on this website. Conference Agenda, location, Lodging, Registration, Exhibits, Attendee Information, Sponsorship Information is located at the below website: http://www.ndia.org/meetings/1890/pages/default.aspx INDUSTRY PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE POCS LISTED FOR THIS EVENT: Contact Info/Inquiries/Question Registration: Showcare Event Solutions,
[email protected] or (514) 380-9375 or (866) 654-0917 Conference: Ms. Meredith Geary, CMP, Associate Director,
[email protected] or (703) 247-9476 Senior Industry Executive Forum: Mrs. Christy J. Mason, CMP, Director, Operations,
[email protected] or (703) 247-2586 Exhibits: Ms. Tinia Allen, Exhibits Manager,
[email protected] or (229) 269-9902 Lodging & Gala: Ms. Pat Sutherland, Manager,
[email protected] or (386) 626-5061 Sponsorships: Mrs. Alden Davidson, CEM, Associate Director of Exhibits,
[email protected] or (703) 247-2582 Press: Mr. Dino Pignotti, NDIA,
[email protected] or (703) 247-2541 GOVERNMENT PARTICIPATES, PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE POCS LISTED FOR THIS EVENT: Ms. Kelly Stratton-Feix, 813-826-3016 Ms. Joan Cramer, 813-826-9408