2027 Strategy and Resources Summit

2027 Strategy and Resources Summit

Theme: Agility for Impact: Driving Enterprise Transformation at Scale

January 28, 2027  ·  Carahsoft HQ

The SDFM Strategy and Resources Summit is a premier annual one-day, in-person event that brings together senior leaders from government and industry to advance financial readiness across the defense enterprise. Tailored for professionals in defense financial management, including budget and program execution experts, audit and compliance specialists, and strategic resource advisors—the summit focuses on aligning financial strategy with mission outcomes. 

Through expert-led panels and interactive sessions, attendees gain actionable insights into key areas such as audit readiness and success, health program financing, strategic resource allocation, and budget transitions. The summit emphasizes forward-looking approaches to optimizing defense resources, enhancing fiscal agility, and strengthening financial decision-making in support of national security objectives.


DoW Event Waiver Will Be Signed & Available Soon for Download: 

Check our site here for updates and to download the waiver once available.


Contact

Advertising, Exhibits & Sponsorships: Eric Gershowitz | eric.gershowitz@wearemci.com / (703) 260-7929. Please wait until you receive exhibitor & sponsor instructions before registering. View the SRS 2027 Exhibitor and Sponsorship Prospectus. 

Speakers: Megan Stewart | megan.stewart@sdfm.org. Please wait until you receive speaker instructions before registering.

General Inquiries & Registration: Please email the SDFM Education Team at education@sdfm.org for assistance.

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
9:30 AM - 9:40 AM
9:30 AM - 9:40 AM
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
10:40 AM - 11:10 AM
10:40 AM - 11:10 AM
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM
12:10 PM - 1:20 PM
12:10 PM - 1:20 PM
2:20 PM - 2:30 PM
2:20 PM - 2:30 PM
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM

SRS Event Information

Pricing

Pricing

Registration includes access to all sessions onsite and to all recordings added to the SDFM On-Demand Library post the conference. 

Registration

Type


Early Bird Rate

through Nov 16


Standard Rate

through Jan 20


Final Rate

SDFM Member


$249

$279$299

Non-Member


$349

$379$399

There will be no live streaming available for this event.

Cancellations received by January 14, 2027 will be eligible for a full refund, less a $20 refund fee.  No refunds will be issued after this date. 

Attire

Attire

As ambassadors of military services and government organizations, military and civilian personnel and their spouses should plan appropriate attire for SRS.

 
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 



Location

Location: Carahsoft HQ, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd #100, Reston, VA 20190