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DAF M&S Summit

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Panel: M&S and Multi-Domain

06 May 2026
General Session: Generations Ballroom

This panel convenes senior leaders from across the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and the space industry to provide a comprehensive look at the pivotal role of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) in modernizing national defense. The discussion offers an opportunity to hear directly from the key decision-makers responsible for the entire capability lifecycle, from foundational research to operational command and control. Ultimately, this session is essential for anyone seeking to understand the digital transformation and strategic imperatives that are defining the future of multi-domain operations and M&S enabling capabilities.

Moderator
Ms. Kris Acosta, SES, Deputy Director, Space Systems Integration Office - Space Systems Command (SSC)
Speakers
Dr. Heather Pringle, Maj Gen USAF (Ret.) (INVITED), Chief Executive Officer - Space Foundation
Mr. Brian DeLong, Chief Technology Officer, Battle Management Command, Control & Communications (BMC3) - U.S. Space Force
Dr. Russell E. Partch, SES (INVITED), Deputy Director - Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC)
Mr. Thomas J. Lawhead, SES (INVITED), Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategy, Integration and Requirements - Headquarters U.S. Air Force
Mr. Arthur Huber II, SES (INVITED), Executive Director - Air Force Test Center (AFTC)
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