Homeland Security Week
Advancing the Technologies & Strategies that Protect the Homeland
March 16 - 17, 2027 | MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino, Maryland
MARCH 16-17, 2027
Defining the Future of Homeland Security through Innovation and Collaboration
The Homeland Security Week Summit annually attracts over 600 attendees and 40 expert speakers from across the homeland security ecosystem. Senior officials from DHS, DOJ, and local law enforcement join leading industry innovators and technology providers to address one critical question: “how can we best protect the U.S. homeland against evolving threats?”
Now in its 20th year, the 2027 summit will gather stakeholders from across government and industry to explore next-generation solutions in AI, cloud and cybersecurity, biometrics, counter-UAS capabilities, border management, infrastructure resilience, and more.
Join us March 16–17, 2027 at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino, MD, for two days of keynote briefings, expert panels, and unparalleled networking, as we chart the future of homeland security together.
Take a Look at the 2026 Speakers
2027 Speakers Coming Soon...
Chair: Nelson Balido
Chairman
Border Commerce and Security Council
Karl Robert Schumann
Deputy Assistant Director, Operational Technology Divison
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Colonel Scott McLellan
Military Deputy, Joint Interagency Task Force North 401
US Army
Michael Chappell
CTO, Defense
Appian
John Costello
Senior Associate, Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Lewis Bell
Senior Sales Engineer
UiPath
Ashu Savani
Co-Founder
TryHackMe
Paul Beckman
Chief Information Security Officer; Former CISO of DHS
MANTECH
Will Loucks
Senior Director for Intelligence, Office of the National Cyber Director
The White House
Dr. Tommy Gardner
Chief Technology Officer
HP Federal
David Duncan
Senior Director, Operations
Breeders’ Cup Limited
Jay Meier
Chief Identity Technology Strategist
FaceTec, Inc.
Jamison Braun
SVP, Managing Director, US Public Services
SAP Americas
Jim Penrose
Founder & CEO
Tranquility AI
Raul Ortiz (Retired, 2023)
25th Chief
US Border Patrol
Nick Andersen
(A) Director
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Meghann Teubner
Assistant Commissioner, Intelligence Analysis
NYPD
Jason Bilnoski
Deputy Assistant Director, Cyber Division
Federal Bureau of Investigation (accepted, pending approval)
Sean Fitzgerald
Assistant Director, Cyber & Operational Technology, HSI
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Representative Henry Cuellar (D-TX)
28th District of Texas, Member House Appropriations Committee
US House of Representatives
Alberto Flores
Port Director, Laredo Port of Entry
US Customs and Border Protection (accepted, pending approval)
Paul Anthony Perez
President
National Border Patrol Council
Helmut Spahn
Director Safety, Security and Access
FIFA
James McCament
Chief Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO)
US Customs and Border Protection
Manny Padilla
Board Member
Border Commerce and Security Council
Dr. Shantrell Nikki Collier
Chief Information Officer
Department of Justice
Ron Vitiello
Senior Advisor for DHS/CBP, Fmr. Chief of US Border Patrol & Deputy Commissioner
Office of the Commissioner, US Customs and Border Protection
Honorable Pedro Allende
Under Secretary, Science and Technology
Department of Homeland Security
Carmen Lilia Canturosas Villarreal
Mayor
Nuevo Laredo, Mexico
Federico Fernandez Montanez
Attorney General
State of Coahuila, Mexico
Gary Owen
Associate Administrator and Chief Operating Officer
Drug Enforcement Administration
Gerhard Pilcher
Vice President of Growth, Data, and AI
MANTECH
Christopher Cleary
Vice President, Global Cyber Practice; Former CISO, Dept. of Navy
MANTECH
Matt Price
VP of Investigations and Strategic Advisory
Elliptic
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Expand Your Knowledge Ahead of the Summit
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President Trump's FY2026 Budget Report
This exclusive report provides a clear, agency-by-agency analysis of the FY2026 DHS budget request, examining what’s changing, what’s being scaled back, and what this means for government and industry stakeholders alike.
How FIFA Is Preparing for Drone Threats
Insights from the DoW on Drone Threats
This exclusive report examines how the U.S. Department of War and its federal partners are addressing the rise of advanced drone threats, and what these changes signal for the future of homeland security.
Nelson Balido previews HSW 2026
Exclusive Interview with summit chairman, Nelson Balido on key takeaways from Homeland Security Week 2026. Covering border security priorities, cross-border collaboration, Coast Guard modernization, and evolving threats shaping homeland security discussions.
Download the 2026 Event Guide
Wondering what's in store?
While we work behind the scenes to host our 20th edition, check out our 2026 Event Guide, for an in-depth look at what was discussed this past March.
Bringing together stakeholders from across government, industry, and agency leaders, covering border security, collaboration, modernization, and evolving threats shaping homeland security priorities.
With full details on expert speakers, forward-looking sessions, and built-in networking opportunities, it’s your go-to guide to understanding what makes this summit the leading forum for protecting the U.S. Homeland.
Event Highlights
Watch the 2026 Highlights Video
Catch the energy, insight, and collaboration that defined the 2026 event in our official highlights video.
Bringing together senior leaders from across homeland security, law enforcement, government agencies, critical infrastructure, and industry, the summit explored the most pressing threats, priorities, and technologies shaping the future of national security. From border security and cyber resilience to emergency response, intelligence sharing, and emerging technologies, the agenda reflected the evolving challenges facing the homeland security community today.
Watch the highlights to see why Homeland Security Week continues to be a must-attend event for those driving mission success across the security landscape, and get a preview of what’s to come in 2027.
Become A Sponsor
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Take part in the premier U.S. forum dedicated to the homeland security ecosystem, bringing together senior officials from DHS, DOJ, local law enforcement, and leading industry providers for two days of strategic discussion, collaboration, and innovation.
Whether your objective is to break into new markets, cement your reputation as a trusted security technology provider, or ensure you are top-of-mind with government and law enforcement stakeholders, Homeland Security Week offers the ideal platform to get your message across.
With a highly engaged audience of over 500 homeland security professionals and 40+ expert speakers, sponsors benefit from targeted visibility through exhibition space, thought leadership sessions, and tailored networking opportunities.
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