• Christopher Roberti, Senior Vice President for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

As transportation and mobility systems continue to evolve, advances in technology, modernized infrastructure, and innovative solutions are reshaping how people and goods move around the world. This conversation will examine how public and private sector collaboration, strategic investment, and forward-looking policy can build a more resilient transportation ecosystem. 

• Jeri Groce, Head of Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) Initiative, FAA 

Moderator: Sean Heather, Senior Vice President, International Regulatory Affairs and Antitrust, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

Breakthroughs in engineering, manufacturing, digital technologies, and aerospace systems are redefining what is possible across industries. This conversation will examine how leading aerospace companies are bringing new innovations to market, strengthening the industrial ecosystem, and collaborating to advance the future of aviation and aerospace. 

• Mark Bentall, Head of Research and Technology, Programme, Airbus 

• Juan de Bedout, Chief Technology Officer, RTX Corporation 

• Lane Ballard, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President, Engineering & Technology Innovation, The Boeing Company 

Moderator:  Christopher Roberti, Senior Vice President for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

As the aviation industry looks toward the 2030s, the next generation of aircraft and propulsion systems will reshape commercial aviation. Meeting future demand will depend on the industrial strength, manufacturing capacity, supply chains, workforce, and investment needed to bring new technologies to market at the scale the future demands. 

• Michael Thacker, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Technology, Pratt and Whitney 

• Kurt VandenBussche, Vice President Technology Strategy and Innovation, Honeywell Aerospace 

Moderator: Jonathan Burks, Senior Vice President, Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

Advances in materials, airframe technologies, and manufacturing capabilities are reshaping the aerospace industry and enabling new generations of aircraft. This discussion will explore how innovation across design, production, and the industrial ecosystem is driving performance, efficiency, and long-term growth across the sector. 

• Bob Kody, Chief Technology Officer, Hexcel

• Dan Da Silva, President and Chief Operating Officer, JetZero

• Michael Sinnett, Senior Vice President of Product Strategy, Product Development, and Development Programs, The Boeing Company 

Moderator: Patrick Dowling, Senior Managing Director, Seabury Capital Management 

As emerging technologies reshape national security, the ability to move breakthrough innovations from research to real-world deployment is increasingly critical. This conversation will explore how DARPA is accelerating technology commercialization, strengthening government-industry partnerships, and helping advance cutting-edge capabilities from the laboratory to operational use. 

• Sha-Chelle Devlin Manning , Chief of Commercial Strategy, DARPA 

Moderator: Christopher Roberti, Senior Vice President for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

Emerging technologies are unlocking new possibilities across industries and transforming the way organizations innovate, operate, and deliver results. This discussion will explore the breakthroughs shaping the future, the partnerships advancing new capabilities, and the investments helping bring innovative ideas from concept to operation. 

• Sarah Hiza, Senior Vice President, Technology and Strategic Innovation, Lockheed Martin Corporation

• R. Scott “Frag” Jobe, Executive Director Business Development and Strategy, Phantom Works, The Boeing Company  

• Bryan Rosselli, President, Advanced Products and Solutions, Raytheon

• Vivek Lall, Chief Executive, General Atomics 

Moderator: Keith Webster, President, Defense and Aerospace Council, U.S. Chamber 

Technology and innovation are expanding what’s possible across the airline industry, enhancing travel experience, improving operational performance, and enabling greater connectivity. This discussion will explore the trends shaping the future of air travel and the partnerships and investments driving continued innovation and growth. 

• Preston Peterson, Managing Director,  Customer Experience Operations Innovation,  American Airlines  

• Stephanie Millichap, Managing Director, Digital Technology, Transformation & Innovation, United Airlines 

Moderator: Elizabeth Baker Keffer, Executive Vice President, Chief Relationship Officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

The space domain is evolving rapidly, driven by technological breakthroughs, bold investments, and a new generation of public-private partnerships. This session explores the innovations shaping the future of space and the critical role a successful hybrid space architecture plays in delivering resilient national security capabilities. 

• Will Cocos, Executive Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Government Solutions, Vantor 

• Ashleigh de la Torre, Vice President of Public Policy, Amazon

• Paul Shea, VP of Enterprise Solutions, MapLarge 

• Patrick O’Neil, Chief Technology Officer, BlackSky 

Moderator: John Neal, Vice President, Space Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

• Amit Kshatriya, Associate Administrator and Chief Engineer, NASA 

Moderator: John Neal, Vice President, Space Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 

• Christopher Roberti, Senior Vice President for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce