AFCEA/U.S. Naval Institute West 2011 Conference Confirms Elizabeth McGrath and David Wennergren as Closing Speakers

Conference Will Focus on the Future of Defense After the 'Long War'

FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 20, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- West 2011, January 25-27, 2011 at the San Diego Convention Center, is pleased to confirm Elizabeth McGrath and David Wennergren as the closing speakers on Thursday, January 27. McGrath is the Deputy Chief Management Officer, Department of Defense (DoD) and Wennergren is the Assistant Deputy Chief Management Officer, DoD.

Ms. McGrath and Mr. Wennergren will address information technology (IT) acquisition reform and business transformation within DoD. As the individuals responsible for business process improvement and unified information management and technology, they will focus on the recent and impending defense budget reductions and their impact on DoD networks and systems.

As the largest defense and IT conference and exposition on the West Coast, West 2011 features senior government and military leaders and defense industry experts who will address the theme "After the Long War: What's Next?"  The 20th annual conference, which is expected to draw more than 12,000 people, covers hot issues facing the military including defense budgets, unmanned systems, cyber warfare, China, and much more.

In addition, attendees can see, touch and try out the latest communications, homeland security, biometrics and defense technologies from 400 exhibitors. The event is open to the public and admission is free. Tickets are required for meals. On-site registration is available beginning Monday, January 24. For online registration and a complete schedule of events please visit http://www.westconfexpo.org.

AFCEA International, established in 1946, is a non-profit membership association serving the military, government, industry, and academia as an ethical forum for advancing professional knowledge and relationships in the fields of communications, IT, intelligence, and global security. For more information, visit www.afcea.org.

The U.S. Naval Institute is a non-profit, independent forum advocating the necessity of global sea power for national security and economic prosperity. Its publications, conferences and heritage resources help military and civilians understand the role each plays in safeguarding national security – and our obligation to the all-volunteer force who provide it. For more information, visit www.usni.org.

SOURCE AFCEA International