Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium 2026
The Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium is a defense and aerospace trade show scheduled for April 8-9, 2026, at The Box Elder Events Center in Box Elder, South Dakota. Presented by Northrop Grumman and hosted by the Black Hills Military Advisory Coalition, the event focuses on AI, cyber, and defense convergence, bringing together military, industry, and community leaders for panel discussions, keynotes, and networking. The symposium highlights defense investments' impact on national security and local economies.
Dates
Apr 8 – 9, 2026
City / country
Box Elder, South Dakota, United States
Venue
The Box Elder Events Center
Type
B2B · Annual
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Notable exhibitors
Companies exhibiting at Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium 2026 include Anno.ai, Black Hills Community Bank, Black Hills Energy, Black Hills State University and Boeing.
- Anno.ai
- Black Hills Community Bank
- Black Hills Energy
- Black Hills State University
- Boeing
- Exhibit at the Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium to showcase your products and services directly to military leaders, defense contractors, and decision-makers.
- Gain visibility among key personnel from federal agencies, prime contractors, and the local defense community, and network with innovators shaping national security.
Audience at a Glance
Who Exhibits
Exhibitor Profile
6 categories represented
- Defense contractors
- Cybersecurity firms
- Aerospace companies
- IT and AI solution providers
- Research institutions
- Energy and infrastructure firms
Who Attends
Visitor Profile
6 audience types
- Military personnel
- Government officials
- Defense industry professionals
- Academics and researchers
- Entrepreneurs and business leaders
- Students
Industries & Sectors
Organised By
Black Hills Military Advisory Coalition
Northrop Grumman
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