***Re-Scheduled to August 21-23, 2012***
Please note: This conference is being offered in conjunction with the April 9 "Survey of Electromagnetic Battle Control Applications" course in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The course will take place at the Four Points Sheraton hotel.

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW 

This inaugural conference addresses key Special Operation’s concerns about tomorrow’s EMS battlespace; specifically the programming, planning, and execution of operational Special Operations Forces within the EMS across all domains. This highly charged aspect of the conference will have presentations from SOF senior leaders, operators, and programmers.  Declining SOF budgets make it imperative that government, industry, and academia come together to demonstrate innovation in speedy acquisition & development of critical EMS enabling capabilities.

Senior leaders from Congress, OSD, Military Services, Research Labs, and other government organizations will then discuss and engage attendees on the vital role science, technology, engineering, and mathematics play on preparing military operations and personnel.  The goal of the STEM portion of the conference supports OSD’s Focus and Vision: To safeguard our Nation's security by developing world-class STEM talent in science, mathematics, technology and engineering. It is critical for SOF that students pursue STEM careers and advance basic scientific research. DoD has a long history of supporting STEM initiatives at local, regional and national levels; as STEM education is essential for the U.S. to remain the economic and technological leader of the 21st century global marketplace.

In addition to the 2 days of unclassified presentations and discussions, attendees are encouraged to sign up to attend the complimentary classified day held by AFSOC on Thursday.

Learn more about STEM education, current initiatives and what is being done to promote world-class STEM talent today:

The STEM Education Coalition works to support STEM programs for teachers and students at the U.S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation, and other agencies that offer STEM related programs.  

Established in 2009 by Workforce Florida and Enterprise Florida, STEM Florida is a statewide council that works to strengthen the STEM skills of Florida's students as a way to address the increasing demand for jobs requiring strong foundations in these areas.

The Department of Defense has a long history of supporting STEM initiatives at local, regional and national levels. The Office of the Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering aims to develop world-class STEM capabilities for the DoD and the Nation. 

Join the discussion today through AOC's Communities of Interest (COI) STEM community!

REGISTRATION FEES 

Industry/Contractor- Member: $495
Industry/Contractor- Non-Member: $695
*Government: $150
*Military: $50 
*Active Student: Free 

On-Line Registration | Registration Form

*The military fee applies only to active duty military and the government fee applies to civilian personnel with a current government ID card. Military/Government ID cards must be presented at check in.

**If you are only attending the AFSOC complimentary Classified day, please email Kent Barker ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

Conference cancellations must be submitted in writing with a copy of your registration form by August 6, 2012; telephone cancellations will not be accepted. Cancellations may be faxed to (703) 549-2589 or emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Refunds will be issued minus a $50 administrative fee for all cancellations.

CONFERENCE LOCATION

Unclassified days (August 21 and 22) will be held at the Emerald Coast Convention Center and the Classified day (August 23) will be held at Hurburt Field, sponsored by AFSOC

Emerald Coast Convention Center
1250 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Hurlburt Field
Mary Esther, FL 32544
(850) 884-1110 

ACCOMODATIONS
The AOC recommends the following hotels:

Four Points by Sheraton Destin-Fort Walton Beach *AOC host hotel
1325 Miracle Strip Parkway Highway 98 East
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-8116

Ramada Plaza Beach Resort
1500 Miracle Strip Parkway, S.E.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-9161

DIRECTIONS

Both hotels are adjacent to the Emerald Coast Convention Center, and all locations are approximately 9 miles away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)

Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) to Four Points by Sheraton Hotel

Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) to Ramada Plaza Beach Resort

Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) to Emerald Coast Convention Center (ECCC)

Emerald Coast Convention Center (ECCC) to Hurlburt Field

SECURITY 

All attendees must be registered and cleared for Secret, US ONLY for the last day of the conference at Hurlburt Feild. In order to participate, please submit a visit request via JPAS to SMO Cod EE0VFJHF6/POC Major Kelly K. Kruger, USAF. For questions, please email Kent Barker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Timely passage of your clearance/accesses is important. All conference attendees will be required to show valid state or federal issued photo identification (i.e. a driver's license, state identification card, and/or passport). 

SPONSORSHIP/EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

Please see links below for information and pricing on sponsorship/exhibitor options.
New to this conference, sign up for 2 days of unlimited networking with a tabletop as an Exhibitor for only $500 !

Sponsor/Exhibitor Contract 

AOC supports the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. Attendees with special needs should contact the AOC Conference Department at (703)-549-1600 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it