Innovation for Impact: A National Security Technology Transfer Forum
Dec. 1 – 3, 2026 | National Conference Center, Leesburg, Va.
Innovation for Impact (I4I) is a new forum dedicated to advancing technology transfer, transition, and commercialization of national security technologies. Innovation for Impact brings together the federal technology transfer community to build the practices and partnerships that keep American innovation at the forefront.
Presented by the Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC), the forum brings together researchers, technology transfer professionals, ORTA staff, legal experts, acquisition professionals, innovation program managers, and mission partners to explore practical strategies, exchange best practices, and strengthen collaboration across the federal technology transfer community.
Educational sessions on Dec. 1–2 are designed for federal employees and contractors and focus on education and peer-to-peer collaboration. On the evening of Dec. 2, industry partners join the forum for a networking reception that kicks off the industry portion of I4I. Those connections continue on Dec. 3 during Industry Engagement Day, bringing federal laboratories and the Defense Industrial Base together around technologies, research capabilities, and partnership opportunities.
The Basics
- What: Innovation for Impact: A National Security Technology Transfer Forum
- When: Tues., Dec. 1 – Thurs., Dec. 3, 2026
- Where: National Conference Center, 18665 Conference Center Drive, Leesburg, Va., 20176
Why Attend?
Innovation for Impact is built for professionals working across the national security innovation ecosystem who want practical strategies for moving technologies from the laboratory to operational impact — from licensing and IP management to cross-agency collaboration and industry partnerships.
Find out more about show this forum is for and what it offers. | View the Attendee Prospectus.
The Program
Federal Sessions | Dec. 1 – 2
Educational sessions for federal employees and contractors, with expert presentations and peer-to-peer discussion across two learning tracks: Legal Frameworks for Technology Transfer and ORTA Implementation and Operations.
Explore the learning tracks. | View the full schedule.
Industry Networking Reception | Evening of Dec. 2
Industry partners join federal attendees for an evening of networking and connection, kicking off the industry-focused portion of Innovation for Impact.
Industry Engagement Day | Dec. 3
Federal laboratories and Defense Industrial Base partners connect around licensing opportunities, collaborative research, and technology transition pathways.
Learn about Industry Engagement Day.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsoring Innovation for Impact gives your organization visibility with the federal technology transfer community and a direct role in the industry-focused networking that begins Dec. 2.
See sponsorship opportunities | Download the Sponsorship and Exhibit ProspectusÂ
Registration
Register here.
Innovation for Impact: Full Event Tuition — $800
Tuesday, Dec. 1 – Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026
Includes:
- Two-day forum, including federal sessions (Dec. 1-2)
- Networking reception (Dec. 2)
- Industry Engagement Day (Dec. 3)
Industry Engagement Day Only — $350
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026
Includes:
- Networking Reception (Dec. 2)
- Industry Engagement Day (Dec. 3)
Getting There
The National Conference Center is approximately 20 minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport and 45 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. Attendees are encouraged to stay onsite to maximize networking opportunities throughout the forum.
Explore venue information, transportation, and travel planning.
Accessibility
The FLC is committed to an accessible, inclusive experience for every Innovation for Impact attendee.
Find accommodations, accessible venue features, and more.
Questions?
Visit the FAQ for answers about registration, learning tracks, Industry Engagement Day, accessibility, continuing education credits, travel, and more.
Or contact the FLC Educate team directly:
- Email: education@federallabs.org
- Phone: (202) 960-1780
