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.


DoW Event Waiver Now Signed & Available: 

We're pleased to confirm that the DoW Event Waiver has been signed and is now available for download directly on the DFMI page. 

Download it here: https://sdfm.org/dfmi/ 

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

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 (Regular Registration): Non-Member
219.00 USD
All-Access (Standard Rate): Non-Member
344.00 USD

Speaker - SDFM Member Registration Options
On-Site Only (Standard Rate): Speaker - SDFM Member
59.00 USD
All-Access (Standard Rate): Speaker - SDFM Member
109.00 USD

Speaker - Non-Member Registration Options
On-Site Only (Standard Rate): Speaker - Non-Member
109.00 USD
All-Access (Standard Rate): Speaker - Non-Member
172.00 USD

Agenda
Tuesday, February 24
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Wednesday, February 25
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
1:15 PM
1:15 PM
Speakers
Partner at Kearney & Co
Department of War Account Director
Celonis Inc.
Partner, Defense & Security
Guidehouse
SVP, Public Sector
BlackLine
Professor
Warfighting Acquisition University
CEO
Endeavors
Director, Defense, Diplomacy, & Intelligence
Guidehouse, Inc.
Acting Division Chief, Army Working Capital Fund, Army Materiel Command
Partner
KPMG
Chief Financial Officer
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Program Director, Defense Sustainment Integration
Exiger
Director, Audit Support
DFAS Columbus
G8, U.S. Army Materiel Command
Senior Manager
Williams Adley
Director of Strategic Growth
Associate Director, Defense & Security
Guidehouse, Inc.
Executive Director, Payments
J.P. Morgan
Power Platform Innovator
AETC/FM
Vice President
J.P. Morgan
Army Materiel Command Assistance Deputy Chief of Staff
Resource Management/G8
Solutions Director
Diligent
Partner
Williams Adley
Chief Financial Officer
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Senior Vice President, Public Sector
Exiger
AMC G8, Chief - Audit Readiness Division
Army Materiel Command
Partner
Williams Adley
Partner
Guidehouse, Inc.
Director of Army Budget Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army Financial Management and Comptroller
Managing Consultant, Defense & Security
Guidehouse, Inc.
Senior FM Advisor
Management Concepts
Senior Director - Federal Defense
Diligent
Director
Lynch Consultants, LLC
Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army, Financial Operations and Information, Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
Partner
TSC Enterprise LLC
Chief Technology Officer
United States Department of the Air Force
Director
Lynch Consultants, LLC
Chief Financial Functional for the Joint Transportation Management System (JTMS) Joint Program Office at U.S. Transportation Command
USTRANSCOM
Director of Defense Programs
Syracuse University
Senior Financial Advisor
Management Concepts
Partner
Williams Adley
Senior Executive Technical Advisor
Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Fires
Vice President
American Benefits Exchange

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Hotels
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting the DFMI: Huntsville
DFMI Platinum Sponsors
DFMI Gold Sponsors
DFMI Bronze Sponsors
DFMI Silver Sponsors
DFMI Opening Session Sponsor
DFMI Lanyard Sponsor
DFMI Refreshment Sponsor
DFMI Registration Sponsor
DFMI Floor Decal Sponsor
Community Service Project for Huntsville
Community Service Project for Huntsville

Join Us in Supporting Our Community!

 

Manna House Volunteer & Donation Drive


About Manna House

Manna House is the food distribution program of the Huntsville Dream Center, a 501(c)(3) public charity. We are a community of diverse cultures, faiths, and backgrounds dedicated to improving the lives of those in difficult situations. Our volunteers are the heart of our mission, working together to serve our community.


Volunteer with Us!

We are seeking volunteers for our distribution event on Monday, February 23rd. You can assist in one or more areas throughout the day.

Time

Volunteer Activities

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Stocking, sorting, and preparation.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Grocery, food, toiletry, and diaper distribution.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Assisting in the clothing closet and library.

 

Your time and effort can make a significant difference!


Location

2110 S Memorial Pkwy, Huntsville, AL 35801


Donations Needed

We are also asking for donations of essential supplies to support our community. Please bring the items to the DFMI event on February 24-25.

The most needed items include:

Category

Items

Baby Products

Diapers (especially sizes 4, 5, & 6), baby wipes, lotion, and baby wash.

Hygiene Items

Travel-sized shampoo, body wash/soap, toothpaste, deodorant, razors, and toothbrushes.

Feminine Hygiene

Pads and tampons.

Household Supplies

Toilet paper (4-packs or individual rolls) and disinfecting wipes.

Your generous donations are greatly appreciated and will be distributed to those in need.


Together, we can make a difference!

 

LOCATION
Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe Street Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801
Location: Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe Street Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801