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Taking place on October 1, Continue the Conversation at ACI’s AI for Industrial Security Day.
Learn MoreJoin ACI’s 9th National Forum on FOCI – September 29–30 in Washington, DC – and gain the strategic advantage your organization needs to stay ahead of rising compliance risks.
Specifically tailored for FOCI-mitigated companies, this high-level event brings together the most trusted corporate security executives and top outside counsel to share real-world insights and benchmark best practices in today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. With national security scrutiny intensifying and the spotlight firmly on the “Influence” in FOCI, you’ll walk away with critical takeaways and proven strategies to strengthen your mitigation posture and protect what matters most.
Conference Co-Chairs
Jennifer Brown
Vice President, Federal Security
HP
Outside Director
WSP USA
Curtis H. Chappell, ISP®
Vice President, Security
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
Norm Pashoian
Senior Industrial Security Advisor
White & Case LLP
Featured Speakers
Julien Apollon
General Counsel
Safran Defense & Space
Anthony Fadel
General Counsel & Secretary
ST Engineering North America
Matthew Madalo
Senior Vice President – General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary
Siemens Government Technologies
Robert Rixmann
Chief Security Officer
Leonardo DRS, Inc.
Who You Will Meet
Vice Presidents and Directors of:
- Global Corporate & Industrial Security
- Export Controls
- Acquisition Policy
- Government Contracts, Compliance & Relations
Corporate Professionals:
- Directors
- Board Directors
- Outside Directors
- Proxy Holders
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Facility Security Officer (FSO)
- Rick Management/Practice Officer
Attorneys, Accountants and Consultants Specializing in:
- Government Contracts
- National and Homeland Security
- CFIUS Export Controls
- International Trade
- M&A and Joint Ventures
- Foreign Investment
- Private Equity & Hedge Funds
CLE Accreditation
Accreditation will be sought in those jurisdictions requested by the registrants which have continuing education requirements. This course is identified as non-transitional for the purposes of CLE accreditation.
Learn morePre-Conference
Primer
Add more value to your conference experience by signing up for this hands-on and practical workshop and consider sending your team.
Please note: Registration for the Pre-Conference Primer is separate from the main conference.
Pre-Conference Primer
Day in the Life Series: AOPs – Nuanced and Practical Insights
September 29, 2026
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Continue the Conversation at ACI’s
AI for Industrial Security Day
After exploring today’s most pressing FOCI compliance, mitigation, and national security challenges, join us for a focused look at what’s next. AI for Industrial Security Day examines how artificial intelligence is transforming industrial security programs, helping organizations enhance threat detection, strengthen compliance, and prepare for emerging risks in the cleared industrial base.
Learn More“My experience was very valuable. Learned things that I can immediately apply to my work.”
“The in-person interaction was great – both learning about other’s initiatives and creating networking opportunities.”
“Really appreciated the conference. Very practical information that could be utilized to support our compliance programs or for consideration during the next transaction. Not all FOCI have as much real-world information – so most appreciated.”
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For more information please contact:
Lanny Morris
Senior Business Development Manager
Phone: 347-964-4766
Email: [email protected]
