42nd Annual Test & Evaluation Symposium

DEADLINES: October 10 – Hotel Reservation lowest rates   |    October 11 – Registration increases

OVERVIEW

In the face of rapidly evolving technological landscapes and increasingly complex systems, Test and Evaluation (T&E) must transform to support rapid and continuous decision-making, enabling organizations to stay ahead of the curve and address emerging challenges. The traditional T&E paradigm, often criticized for being slow and rigid, must give way to a more agile and adaptive approach, one that leverages cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics, to accelerate the testing process and provide actionable insights in real-time. To achieve this, T&E organizations must adopt a culture of continuous learning and improvement, embracing innovative tools, methodologies, and collaboration models that facilitate rapid iteration and feedback. Furthermore, they must develop the capacity to test and evaluate complex, interconnected systems at scale, while also addressing the challenges of data management, modern software development, cybersecurity, and human-machine teaming. By evolving in this way, T&E can become a strategic enabler, rather than a bottleneck, supporting rapid and informed decision-making, and empowering organizations to respond quickly to changing circumstances, stay competitive, and achieve their mission objectives.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the U.S. government shutdown, we’re moving full speed ahead with an exceptional Symposium! Experience innovative speakers, meaningful networking, and practical takeaways that bring together professionals across government, industry, and academia to advance the Test and Evaluation community.

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Schedule-at-a-Glance

Wed. Nov 12 – Tutorials (Morning 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Wed. Nov 12 – Symposium Opening Ceremony (Afternoon), Guest Speakers, and Panel Discussions
Thur. Nov 13 – Symposium Reconvenes (All Day) to include STEAM Competition from 8:00AM – 12:00PM
Fri, Nov 14  – Symposium Reconvenes and Concludes at 12:00PM

Program | Speakers | Technical Tracks | Panels | Posters | Networking | Exhibitors | STEAM Competition

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS (in order of appearance)

Brig Gen Mark A. Massaro, Commander, 96th Test Wing, Air Force Materiel Command, Eglin Air Force Base
Dr. David Stoudt, Executive Director and Fellow, (DEPS) Directed Energy Professional Society
Dr. Laura Freeman, Virginia Tech National Security Institute

PANEL TOPICS

Digital Twin
Infrastructure
T&E Leadership: Where we are Today
A Historical Review: Where we were Then

WHY ATTEND

ITEA offers the largest and longest running test and evaluation venue for T&E professionals around the globe to network with leadership and peers, to learn about federal government plans and opportunities, and to present your own capabilities and technology.

TECHNICAL TRACKS AND POSTER PAPERS

Abstracts 

TUTORIALS

Cost: 1 Class $300 (If your organization would like to send a group of 10 or more, contact Jenna@itea.org for a special rate.)

Wednesday Morning, Nov. 12
8:00 AM – 12:00PM

1. STAT for Rapid Agile Development
2. T&E Fundamentals and CTEP Foundations
3. Practical Strategies for Design and Execution of Test and Evaluation of AI Enabled Systems (AIES)

EXHIBITORS

Commercial, academic, and government exhibits will play an integral part in this Workshop. We will put you in the right place at the right time. Increase your visibility, network with key players, and show your support and commitment to industry and the community!

JOIN OUR EXHIBITORS – space is limited

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI)
Raven Defense 
Scientific Research Corporation (SRC)
PeopleTec 
FLIR an Teledyne Company
Technical Systems Integrators, Inc. (TSI)
Geeks and Nerds (GaN)
T2S Solutions
TRAX International
Ansys
Dell Technologies

Current Floorplan Coming Soon

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS & VENUE

Hilton Sandestin
4000 Sandestin Blvd, South
Miramar, FL USA
Cut off date for low negotiated ITEA rate:  October 10, 2025

Industry & Academia Block: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/iteaannualsymposium-itea/

Resort Fee discounted rate for ITEA attendees is $20 and includes: Daily Secured Self-Parking, Guest Access to Resort Wi-Fi, Local and 800 Calls, 24-hour access to Resort Fitness Center, Yoga Classes at Serenity by the Sea Spa, Access to Sandestin Resort Activities (water vessel rentals, tennis, golf green fees and bicycle rentals), Children under age twelve (12) receive complimentary breakfast in Sandcastles Restaurant with paid adult, Resort Tram Service, Shuttle Service to Silver Sands Premium Outlets and The Shops of Grand Boulevard, Exclusive shopping discount program for Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Grand Boulevard, and board and beach games

REGISTRATION (US DOLLARS) Now Open

We offer a Register Now – Pay Later Option for those who want to reserve their space but have a 30-day reimbursement requirement.

Regular Registration until October 11
$845 – Non-Member
$695 – ITEA Member / Gov’t Employee / Active-Duty Military

Late Registration after October 11
$945 – Non-Member
$795 – ITEA Member / Gov’t Employee / Active-Duty Military

Special Registration [Speakers, Panel Moderators and Panelists, Track Leads, and Primary Track Presenters]
$495

COMMITTEE LEADS

PROGRAM CHAIR
Timothy Mott, Emerald Coast Volunteer

TECHNICAL CHAIR
Pete Crump, GTRI

TUTORIAL CHAIR
John Rafferty, Emerald Coast Volunteer

POSTER PAPER CHAIR
Teresa Dailey, Emerald Coast Volunteer

REGISTRATION
Jenna Reza, ITEA [jenna@itea.org]

Questions? symposium2025@itea.org