Strategic Industry Conversation (SIC VIII)

Update, January 12, 2023: Capacity has been reached, but you may still register and be added to the waitlist. If a SIC VIII spot becomes available, you will be notified via email on or before February 1.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, is pleased to announce the 8th annual Strategic Industry Conversation (SIC VIII) on Wednesday, February 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. SIC VIII will take place in person at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, and will not have virtual participation.

The Strategic Industry Conversation (SIC) is DHS’s largest annual industry event that provides an opportunity for industry to hear directly from the Department’s senior leadership on its priorities, challenges, and key areas of focus. The SIC is not an industry day event that is tied to any specific procurement actions.

SIC VIII will include sessions on customer experience initiatives, the direction of category management at DHS, climate change and sustainability efforts, and information technology initiatives. Additionally, SIC VIII will have a dedicated networking room with opportunities to meet with DHS industry liaisons, small business specialists, and others.

Pre-registration is mandatory and limited to two individuals per organization. Day-of registration will not be available. This event is closed to the press.

Update, January 12, 2023: Capacity has been reached, but you may still register and be added to the waitlist. If a SIC VIII spot becomes available, you will be notified via email on or before February 1.