U.S. Senate, Indiana
Upcoming Event
2026 National Security Innovation Base Summit
The Ronald Reagan Institute’s Center for Peace Through Strength will host its fourth annual National Security Innovation Base Summit on March 12, 2026, in Washington, DC.
In-person
Attend Virtually
Event Dates
Event Location
850 16th St NWWashington, DC 20006Directions
Overview
This day-long event convenes current and former policymakers, military officials, thought leaders, investors, and the most innovative defense industry and technology companies to discuss the important issues facing our nation’s NSIB ecosystem. As part of the Summit, the Reagan Institute will publish its annual NSIB Report Card, which evaluates the effectiveness and productivity of the U.S. innovation base to support our national security goals.
Schedule
2026 NSIB Summit
Welcome Remarks
Innovation at an Inflection: Grading the NSIB Ecosystem
Next Generation Edge: Transforming Security through AI and Quantum Technology
Financing Advantage: Leveraging Private Capital for National Security
Digital Dominance: Innovating for Cyber Advantage
Signaling Demand: Aligning Budget Priorities and Customer Clarity
Winning the Talent Battle: Strengthening the National Security Workforce
Capacity to Compete: Strengthening Defense through Industrial Innovation
The Drone Battlefield: Innovation and Modern Warfighting
Modernizing Together: Advancing Capabilities with Allies and Partners
Speakers
U.S. Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment
The Honorable Michael Duffey
U.S. Senate, Arizona
Senator Ruben Gallego
Chief of Staff, U.S. Army
General Randy George
U.S. Senate, Virginia
Senator Tim Kaine
