THEME: Forging Operational Advantage
Connecting People. Accelerating Capabilities.
Bring your Innovative Ideas & Collaborative Discussions and Let’s Connect
Formerly the Annual International T&E Symposium, building over 45 years of bringing the Test & Evaluation community together.
Register Today – Pay Later
Registration Open → Early Bird Pricing!
Hotel Reservation Links: Lock in the discounted conference rate before the room block is sold out.
Group Block Per Diem Link →(must have valid ID)
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Speakers | Panels | Topics | Program
Tutorials. Earn Professional Development Hours
Tuesday Tutorials | Nov 3
Before the FORGE technical program begins, take advantage of a full day of instructor-led tutorials designed to deepen your knowledge and expand your T&E toolkit.
$300 for one class | $500 for two classes
Separate tutorial registration is required.
Call for Poster Papers – Scholarship for Student Best Paper!
Showcase your work. Spark conversation. Gain visibility.
We invite you to submit abstracts for our Poster Program—an integral part of the event designed to highlight emerging ideas, innovative research, and practical applications. Posters are not a side feature—they are a high-visibility platform where presenters engage directly with attendees, industry leaders, and decision-makers in a dynamic, interactive setting.
Whether you’re sharing early-stage concepts, case studies, or breakthrough insights, the Poster Program offers a powerful opportunity to contribute to the technical dialogue and elevate your work alongside our formal technical tracks.
♦ Future Test & Evaluation
♦ Cyber & Resilience
♦ Data, AI & Decision Advantage
♦ Digital Engineering
♦ Emerging Domains (Space, Hypersonics, Directed Energy)
♦ We welcome other topics
Submission Details
Non-Members are welcome to submit – just create a login to upload your abstract. Once your abstract has been accepted, you will be notified with further instructions.
Presenters are not exempt from registration and conference fees. The primary presenter will receive a discounted rate, all other presenters/co-authors will register at the full rate. Full-time student pricing available.
Marketing presentations are not permitted.
Full Papers for Publication
Full papers are optional but are not required. Full papers will be reviewed for publication in the ITEA Journal of Test and Evaluation. Journal guidelines and copyright release form are available https://www.itea.org/submissions/
Choose Your FORGE Experience
⭐ EXHIBIT
Put your company in the heart of the FORGE conversation.
Showcase your people, products, and technology—and connect directly with the T&E community.
💡 INNOVATION PAVILION
Bring the technology. Show us what it can do.
Have something bigger to demonstrate? The Innovation Pavilion gives you the space to showcase larger systems, equipment, and emerging technologies.
Explore the Innovation Pavilion →
🔥 THE COMPLETE FORGE EXPERIENCE
Exhibit inside. Demonstrate outside. Maximize your presence.
Combine an indoor exhibit with a larger technology demonstration for a complete FORGE presence.
Questions? Contact Jenna Reza at Jenna@itea.org.
Become a FORGE Sponsor
👀 BE SEEN
Logo placement • Website • Event signage • Digital recognition
📣 AMPLIFY YOUR BRAND
Social media • Email • Event promotions
🤝 CONNECT
Attendee networking • VIP opportunities • Hosted engagement
Forge 2026 is bringing a bold, build-your-own sponsorship experience. Choose from high-impact opportunities ranging from $1000 to $20,000 and design a presence that fits your brand.
From signage and stage time to video spots, shoutouts, and social media buzz—this is your moment to stand out.
Accommodations | Venue (Book Now- Pay later!)
Embassy Suites
5001 N. Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale AZ 85205 USA
About the Property Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort | Official Website
“Our resort is less than a mile from Old Town Scottsdale, home to the Arts District, Entertainment District, the waterfront, and Fashion Square. We’re five minutes from Scottsdale Stadium and downtown Phoenix is 12 miles away. Enjoy our restaurant, two heated outdoor pools, and fitness center. Our free hot breakfast buffet and complimentary evening reception are served daily.”
Scottsdale in November = higher hotel rates. FORGE = a negotiated rate that saves you.
Book within the FORGE room block and lock in our special conference rate before rooms sell out. This hotel will book up quickly! We highly encourage you to make your reservation now. ITEA has secured a highly discounted room rate for both Industry/Academia and Government attendees. Rates: Government $164 | Non-Per Diem $194
Reservation cut-off date of September 25.
A mandatory resort fee of $25 per room, per day will be applied. This fee includes amenities such as parking and Wi-Fi.
Government Travelers:
The negotiated room rate is within per diem guidelines. Please note that the $25 daily resort fee is required and should be submitted as an “actual expense” in accordance with travel regulations.
Reservation Links:
Block Per Diem Link (must have valid ID)
Scottsdale Travel FAQ
Come for the mission. Stay for the mountains.
FORGE is bringing leaders from government, industry, and academia together in the heart of Scottsdale. Here is everything you need to plan a smooth arrival—and enjoy a little Arizona sunshine while you are here.
Registration (Register Now – Receive Invoice – Pay Later)
EARLY BIRD PRICING – Now until October 3
ITEA Individual and Corporate Members Early Bird $695 | Regular $795
Non Members Early Bird $845 | Regular $945
Full-time government employee / Active-duty military Early Bird $695 | Regular $795
Early career individual (verification is required – less than 5 years) $495 | Regular $595
Full-time college student (verification is required) One price $100
Plenary session speakers One price $495
Technical session and poster presenters One price $495
1 day attendee $400
Spouses and guests are welcome to join us for our Grand Southwest-themed Reception on Wednesday evening for just $25 per person. Advance registration and payment are required.
Instructors & Award winners – contact Jenna Reza directly at jenna@itea.org
Planning Committee
Program Chair: Erwin Sabile, Booz Allen Hamilton, Fellow, International Test and Evaluation Association, CTEP, Vice Chairman, ITEA
Technical Chair: David Zurn, Georgia Tech Research Institute
Technical Poster Paper Chair: Andrew Cunningham, QinetiQ
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