DFMI: Orlando

Mission‑Ready FM — Aligning People, Policy, and Technology for Measurable Outcomes

May 27 - 28, 2026 · Mariott World Center Hotel and Conference Center

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (ET)

2026 DFMI: Orlando

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.

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.

Registration is now open!

(Early Bird registration ends April 1, 2026)

Event Pricing

SDFM Member Registration Options

On-Site Only (Early-Bird Rate): SDFM Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference. Early Bird Registration ends on April 1st.

189.00 USD

All-Access (Early-Bird): SDFM Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

339.00 USD

On-Site Only (Standard Rate): SDFM Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

259.00 USD

All-Access (Standard Rate): SDFM Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

409.00 USD

Non-Member Registration Options

On-Site Only (Early Bird Rate): Non-Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

289.00 USD

All-Access (Early-Bird): Non-Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

439.00 USD

On-Site Only (Regular Registration): Non-Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

359.00 USD

All-Access (Standard Rate): Non-Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

509.00 USD

Exhibitor and Sponsors - Non-Member Registration Option

On-Site Only (Early Bird): Exhibitor and Sponsors - Non-Member

Registration for exhibitor and sponsors - non-members This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

289.00 USD

All-Access (Early Bird): Exhibitor and Sponsors - Non-Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference.

439.00 USD

On-Site Only (Standard): Exhibitor and Sponsors - Non-Member

Registration for exhibitor and sponsors - non-members This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

359.00 USD

All-Access (Standard): Exhibitor and Sponsors - Non-Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference.

509.00 USD

Exhibitor and Sponsors - SDFM Member Registration Options

On-Site Only (Early Bird Rate): Exhibitor and Sponsor - SDFM Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

189.00 USD

All-Access (Early-Bird): Exhibitor and Sponsor - SDFM Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

339.00 USD

On-Site Only (Standard): Exhibitor and Sponsor - SDFM Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

259.00 USD

All-Access (Standard Rate): Exhibitor and Sponsor - SDFM Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

409.00 USD

Speaker - Non-Member Registration Options

On-Site Only (Standard Rate): Speaker - Non-Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference.

179.00 USD

All-Access (Standard Rate): Speaker - Non-Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. There is no live streaming for this event.

254.00 USD

Volunteer - SDFM Member Registration Options

On-Site Only: Volunteer - SDFM Member

This registration tier is for on-site attendance only and DOES NOT include access to all recordings from the conference

0.00 USD

All-Access: Volunteer - SDFM Member

This registration tier includes access to all sessions on site and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference.

99.00 USD

Agenda

Wednesday, May 27

8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome and Opening Keynote