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2026 DFMI: Orlando
Dates: May 27 - 28, 2026 | Pre-Conference: May 26, 2026
Our second event in the Defense Financial Management Institute (DFMI) 2026 series, DFMI Orlando!
Formerly known as the Professional Development Institute (PDI), this is our next chapter in defense financial excellence. 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.
2026 Theme: Mission‑Ready FM — Aligning People, Policy, and Technology for Measurable Outcomes
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.
There will be no concurrent, virtual option for DFMI events. SDFM may offer an on-demand version of some or all of the DFMI content at a later date, but as of now, there is no timeline for that product decided or announced.
DoW Event Waiver Now Signed & Available for Download:
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/event/dfmi-orlando/
For registration inquiries, please email the SDFM Education Team at education@sdfm.org for assistance
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DFMI Orlando: Event Information
Pricing
There are two types of registration available for DFMI Orlando:
- On-Site Only: This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and does not include access to all recordings from the conference. Attendees have access to the recordings of the sessions they attended in person.
- All Access: This registration tier includes access to all sessions onsite and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference.
Registration Type | Membership Status | On-Site Only | All Access
|
Standard | SDFM Member | $259 | $409 |
Standard | Non-Member | $359 | $509 |
Resort Fees
Guests with reservations under the DFMI Orlando hotel are not required to pay the resort fee. However, guests do have the option to pay the $35 modified resort fee to gain access to the following amenities:
- Enhanced
in-room wireless internet for up to (6) devices.
- Daily schedule
shuttle service to Disney Parks for up to (4) Guests.
- Nightly
scheduled shuttle service to Disney Springs for up to 4 guests.
Guests are welcome to pay the full resort fee of $47 and
have daily admission to River Falls Water Park for up to (4) Guests daily.
Please note: If you opt in to accepting the resort fee, you will be charged a resort fee for each night booked. All resort fees will be charged to the attendee.
Parking at the Orlando Marriot World Center
There is parking available on site for the following rates:
- Valet Parking $57 daily plus tax
- Self Parking $40 daily plus tax
- EV charging for a fee (in addition to parking)
Food at DFMI Orlando
The following food will be provided during DFMI Orlando:
Wednesday, May 27, 2026:
|
Meal
Type/Event |
Meal/Food
Provided |
|
Breakfast |
Attendee on own for
breakfast |
|
Networking Coffee
Break with Exhibitors |
Light refreshments:
Coffee, tea and assorted pastries |
|
Networking Lunch with
Exhibitors |
Lunch will be provided
for all attendees: Assorted wraps, salads, desserts, coffee, water and iced tea |
|
Evening Reception |
Light fare: Assorted
cocktails, beverages, and appetizers (This event will have a cash bar) |
Thursday, May 28, 2026:
|
Meal Type/Event |
Meal/Food Provided |
|
Breakfast |
Attendee
on own for breakfast |
|
Networking
Break with Exhibitors |
Light
fare and refreshments: Coffee, tea, assorted snacks and nibbles |
Attire
As ambassadors
of military services and government organizations, military and civilian
personnel and their spouses should plan appropriate attire for DFMI.
Event Participants: Daytime business event attire.
Air Force: Blues Short Sleeve.
Army: Army Service Uniform, Class B.
Coast Guard: Tropical Blue (Trops).
Defense Wide: Respective Service Dress.
Defense Health Agency: Respective Service Dress.
Marine Corps: Service Dress Charlie.
National Guard: Respective Service Dress.
Navy: Khakis.
Civilian/Guests: Business Casual should be business attire
Please note: This guidance can be superseded by
specific Service or DoW guidance on attire at conferences and
external events
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