DFMI: Huntsville
Resilience Through Innovation – Empowering NextGen Leaders to Drive Efficiency
February 24 - 25, 2026  ·  Von Braun Center
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (ET)

2026 DFMI: Huntsville

We’re excited to announce the rebranding of SDFM’s flagship event—formerly known as the Professional Development Institute (PDI)—to the Defense Financial Management Institute (DFMI).

 

DFMI is more than a single annual gathering—it’s a growing series of high-impact regional events designed to deliver career-long education, expertise, and excellence for financial managers working to secure our nation’s defense.

 

Why DFMI?

  • Innovation: Aligning with our mission to advance national security through financial leadership and modernization.
  • Expanded Reach: Regional events like DFMI Huntsville and DFMI Orlando bring learning closer to home.
  • Focused Impact: Sessions tailored to today’s defense financial challenges—driving accountability, transformation, and strategic decision-making.

 

The DFMI event series is undergoing several exciting changes. With a new name and branding for all events, participants can expect a refreshed experience that features targeted sessions and expanded networking opportunities. These updates are designed to better serve the evolving needs of defense financial managers and foster greater engagement across the community. 

 

DFMI remains committed to delivering top-tier professional development. Attendees will continue to have opportunities to earn CPEs and connect with thought leaders, ensuring that the core value of career-long learning and expertise remains at the heart of every event.



For group registrations, please email the SDFM Education Team at education@sdfm.org for assistance.



Early-Bird Registration ends January 12th. Register today to lock in reduced pricing!

Event Pricing

SDFM Member Registration Options
On-Site Only (Early-Bird Rate): SDFM Member
99.00 USD
All-Access (Early-Bird): SDFM Member
199.00 USD
On-Site Only (Standard Rate): SDFM Member
119.00 USD
All-Access (Standard Rate): SDFM Member
219.00 USD

Non-Member Registration Options
On-Site Only (Early Bird Rate): Non-Member
199.00 USD
All-Access (Early-Bird): Non-Member
324.00 USD
On-Site Only (Regular Registration): Non-Member
219.00 USD
All-Access (Standard Rate): Non-Member
344.00 USD

Agenda
Tuesday, February 24
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Wednesday, February 25
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Hotels
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting the 2026 Strategy and Resources Summit:
DFMI Gold Sponsors
DFMI Silver Sponsors
DFMI Digital Program Sponsor
DFMI Lanyard Sponsor
DFMI Refreshment Sponsor
LOCATION
Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe Street Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801
Map
Location: Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe Street Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801