SCIF After Hours
April 30, 2026 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Chantilly, VA
Registration Fees
INSA BoD/AdCom: $295
Member: $295
Nonmember: $395
Gov't/Mil: Gratis!
Join 150 colleagues from across the intelligence and national security community for an evening of candid conversation and connection at INSA's SCIF After Hours with Michael Pennington, Senior Defense Intelligence Analyst for China and Taiwan, China Mission Group, Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).
Date: Thursday, April 30
Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Location: Chantilly, VA
Important: All attendees must have TS/SCI clearances
The evening will kick off with a networking reception, followed by a fireside chat between Mr. Pennington and INSA President Suzanne Wilson Heckenberg. Topics for discussion include:
- Military Modernization: PRC capability shifts and what they signal about long-term military ambitions and the future operating environment.
- Technological Competition: How the PRC seeks to leverage emerging technologies for strategic advantage.
- Supply Chain Resilience: National security risks posed by economic and technological dependencies on the PRC and how to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Power of Partnership: Opportunities for the public and private sectors to collaborate to maintain the United States’ strategic and technological advantage.
Bring your questions! There will be ample time for the audience to engage directly with Mr. Pennington during the Q&A. The program will wrap-up with a dessert reception.
Speakers
All Speakers
Moderator
Agenda
Thursday, April 30 | 5:30-7:30 pm
All attendees must have a TS/SCI Clearance!
Location:
Peraton
15052 Conference Center Dr.
Chantilly, VA 20151
Agenda:
5:30-6:15 pm Registration & Networking
6:15-7:00 pm Fireside Chat
7:00-7:30 pm Closing Remarks & Dessert Reception
Parking:
Gratis onsite parking!
Dress:
Business or Service Dress/Class A
Sponsors
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Patriot
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Welcome Reception
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Host