Leaders to Discuss ‘Resilient California’ at State’s Defense Summit May 15-16

May 6, 2024

Defense leaders, policymakers and community representatives from across California are meeting in Sacramento May 15 and 16 for the California Defense Leadership Summit.

This year’s theme, “Resilient California,” will focus on challenges and solutions throughout the state and across the defense sector in the areas of energy and infrastructure, natural disasters and climate change, and workforce and economic development.

Attendees will also discuss grant funding opportunities and military family quality of life.

The annual event is part of ADC’s Regional Forum series.

May 6, 2024

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