EVENT TITLE: Life Cycle Industry Days (LCID) and Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI)
ORGANIZER: Dayton Defense, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), and Air Force Research Lab (AFRL)
EVENT OVERVIEW: Dayton Defense, in collaboration with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) and the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL), is hosting a conference focused on acquisition life cycle management and Air Force research and technology. This event offers industry professionals a unique opportunity to gain insights into future requirements, collaborate with technical leaders, and explore contracting opportunities.
CORE DETAILS: Date: July 28 - August 1, 2025 Time: Full-day events Location: Dayton Convention Center, Dayton, OH Format: In-person
KEY INFORMATION: The conference targets defense contractors, technology innovators, and stakeholders involved in Air Force procurement and research initiatives. LCID will provide two days of classified and unclassified presentations, panel discussions, and leadership meet-and-greet sessions centered on the AFLCMC's acquisition strategies and portfolio management. WDI will offer two days of unclassified and one day of classified technical presentations, panels, and one-on-one sessions focusing on AFRL's Science and Technology initiatives.
Attendees can expect detailed insights from technical directors and subject matter experts, covering the entire acquisition life cycle and management across AFLCMC portfolios. The event delivers significant business development value by offering direct engagement opportunities with Air Force leaders, facilitating connections with decision-makers, and showcasing upcoming procurement opportunities. Government and military presence will be robust, with key leadership from AFLCMC and AFRL participating throughout the event.
REGISTRATION:
- Cost: Details available on the official event website
- Contact: Dayton Defense via their official website
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Government-issued ID required for classified sessions
- Classified sessions access may require security clearance
- Additional resources and detailed agenda available on the Dayton Defense website




