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Soldier Technology US 2009
The Second Annual Soldier Modernization Event In North America
Create The Ultimate Warfighter Through Increased Soldier Modernization, System Integration And Interoperability With Light Armored & Mounted Vehicles
"The key place to meet fellow soldier modernization program leaders and hear the latest developments from industry on advancing soldier systems"
Lt Col Mike Bodner, Project Director ISSP, DND Canada
With 300+ infantry modernization experts attending in 2008 from agencies including PEO Soldier, Marine Corps Systems Command and the Canadian Army as well as over 80 international vendors, the second annual Soldier Technology US event will continue to bring you the latest case studies from soldier modernization experts in a truly educational forum.
A host of new focus areas and benefits will make the 2009 event even more educational for you, including 45+ presentations from experienced military and industry experts with special program focuses on upgrading in-theater vehicles, interoperating mounted and dismounted systems, improving survivability and sustainability plus a day dedicated to enhancing situational awareness for the warfighter.
Don’t forget our Soldier Technology US 09 Exhibition where you can see live demonstrations from 40+ leading technology suppliers and put your questions to industry experts. This combined with our GRUNTWORKS site tour means you can be assured of a practical, hands-on learning experience.
Learn from over 45 warfighter modernization experts including:
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Mark Richter, Program Manager, MERS |
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Colonel James G Riley, TRADOC Capability Manager, Soldier, Training & Doctrine, US ARMY |
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Colonel Mike Micucci, Program Manager, Light Armored Vehicles (LAV), USMC |
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Colonel Keith Moore, Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle, USMC |
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Lt Colonel Matthew England, Chief, Electronics & Special Developments Directorate of Combat Developments, USAIC |
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Colonel Frank Stone (retd), Deputy Director Combat Developments, Army Infantry Center, US ARMY |
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Colonel Jim Braden, Project Manager, ROBOTIC SYSTEMS JOINT PROJECT OFFICE |
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Lt Colonel Todd Lamb, Product Manager, STRYKER BCT Development, PEO GROUND COMBAT SYSTEMS |
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Colonel Fisher, Marine Corps Warfighting Lab Liason Officer, FIRST MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE |
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Lt Colonel Wendell Leimbach, Program Manager, Tank Systems, USMC |
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Lt Colonel Jacques Levesque, Program Manager, ISSP, DND CANADA |
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David Hansen, Deputy Program Manager, JOINT MRAP PROGRAM |
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Lt Colonel Brian Christmas, IPT Leader Survivability, USMC |
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Lt Colonel Bianca, Program Manager, Infantry Weapons, USMC |
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Lt Colonel Tom Henthorn, Chief, Small Arms Branch, Soldier Requirements Division, US ARMY INFANTRY CENTER |
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Dr Richard Wittstruck, Chief Systems Engineer, PROGRAM EXECUTIVE OFFICE, INTELLIGENCE, ELECTRONIC WARFARE AND SENSORS |
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David Jimenez, Director, Space and Terrestrial Communications Directorate, CERDEC |
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Colonel Jeffrey Kappenman, Program Manager, TSM, UAS (Tentative) |
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Colonel Jim Braden, Project Manager, ROBOTIC SYSTEMS JOINT PROJECT OFFICE |
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Colonel Mike Micucci, Program Manager, Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) |
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Bryan Prosser, Program Manager, AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT VEHICLES |
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Patrick Cantwell, Program Manager, Small Arms And Crew Served Weapons, MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND |
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Nicholas Sifer, PMP, Advanced Technology Integrator Marine Corps Systems Command, Combat Equipment and Support Systems |
Attend Soldier Technology US 2009 and you will get the latest insight on crucial topics including:
- In-theater performance of Land Warrior from Mark Showah, Director Of Infantry Systems Group BMS, GD C4 Systems
- An in-depth look at the Future Ground Ensemble with Colonel James G Riley, TRADOC Capability Manager, Training & Doctrine, US ARMY
- The latest equipment upgrades and squad management strategies from Mark Richter, Program Manager, MERS
- How mounted and dismounted systems are being interoperated from PMs in Marine Corps LAV, MRAP, AAVS, Tanks and Lt Colonel Todd Lamb, Product Manager, STRYKER BCT Development, STRYKER BRIGADE COMBAT TEAM
- The next phase of developments in Norway’s NORMANS program
- A full day dedicated to improving situational awareness with crucial sessions identifying the most effective communications systems, unmanned systems and remote sensors and the latest night vision equipment
- Learn how to enhance warfighter survivability with key presentation from US ARMY and Marine Corps body armor experts
Pre-Conference Situational Awareness Focus Day
Don’t Miss The Pre-Conference Situational Awareness (SA) Focus Day On February 2nd
Learn From 12+ SA Experts who will train you on:
- End user feedback on headsets, blue force tracking technologies, tactical radios and handheld BMS systems, including areas for improvement
- How warfighters are responding to the latest fusion technologies in night vision devices so your warfighter can benefit from all night sight
- The latest application of sensors and weaponization in UAVs and UGVs to give your warfighter real time surveillance, reconnaissance and force support capabilities
Soldier Technology US Exhibition
Meet And Benchmark Against 40+ Top Equipment Suppliers And System Integrators At The Onsite Exhibition
One of the most valuable features of Soldier Technology US is the exhibition, where over 40 of the most innovative infantry equipment suppliers will showcase their latest products.
- Test the latest equipment available to warfighters and put your questions to industry experts
- Benchmark against Prime Contractors, equipment suppliers and system integrators for the biggest US programs
GRUNTWORKS Tour
Make Sure You Join The Tour Of The Marines GRUNTWORKS Facility On February 4th
Following the popularity of the 2008 visit to GRUNTWORKS we are pleased to announce a second tour has been organized specifically for you. Join your peers for an interactive tour of the facility to see first hand how Marines test the latest equipment and systems.
Speaker Opportunities
If you are interested in Speaking at Soldier Technology US 2009, please contact Paul Counter at Paul.Counter@wbr.co.uk or call him on +44 (0) 20 7368 9553
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in sponsoring Soldier Technology US 2009, please contact Paul Counter at Paul.Counter@wbr.co.uk or call him on +44 (0) 20 7368 9553