Tradeshows
December 7 - December 9

Eastern Defense Summit 2026

The Eastern Defense Summit is the premier defense-focused event on the East Coast, bringing together more than 2,300 government, military, academic, and industry leaders to address the most pressing threats to national security.

Venue
Charleston Convention Center

The Eastern Defense Summit is the premier defense-focused event on the East Coast, uniting more than 2,300 government, military, academic, and industry leaders to tackle the most pressing threats to national security. Held at the Charleston Area Convention Center in North Charleston, SC, the Summit sits at the crossroads of defense innovation and operational readiness.

IMPRES will be on the ground with a dedicated meeting room, focused on engaging Navy and Marine Corps leaders across the CONUS region. With this year's theme of "Collaborating on actionable solutions for our nation's pacing threats," the Summit provides the ideal environment for the high-impact, mission-focused conversations that drive real capability outcomes.

Key takeaways
  • Connect with IMPRES in a private meeting room setting for focused, one-on-one discussions tailored to your organization’s mission needs
  • Explore how IMPRES solutions support Navy and USMC modernization priorities, from cybersecurity to IT infrastructure
  • Collaborate on near-term, actionable strategies aligned with the Summit’s focus on technological convergence and rapid capability development
  • Build lasting partnerships with an industry leader committed to helping warfighters maintain decisive tactical advantage
KEY ATTENDEES

Adam Teague

VP/GM, Defense Sector

Troy Bowman

Pre-Sales Engineer, Navy East