January 27 - 28, 2026 | The Westin Arlington, Arlington, VA
Supporting Next-Generation Capability Development and Fires Recapitalization
The 2026 Future Indirect Fires Summit puts you at the center of the conversation. Leaders from across the indirect fire community will gather to discuss the latest innovations and modernizations in indirect fire systems, support systems, munitions, and the role of indirect fires in Europe and the Indo-Pacific. Every discussion is designed to help you achieve enhanced lethality, survivability, precision, and range.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to hear from thought leaders on modern warfare and the quest for increased firepower. Sessions will examine current US DoD programs, including the US Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH-M), Project LASSO, and the US Marine Corps OPF-L Program, giving you the insights needed to anticipate change and adapt effectively.
Together, we will explore the challenges of keeping up with rapidly evolving technology and the need for common software systems. Sessions will investigate the defense industrial base’s critical role in supporting indirect fires, munitions production, and system advancements, and you'll hear from operational-level leaders on capability gaps.
These conversations will look ahead to the future of indirect fires and their pivotal role in ensuring mission success.
— Expert Speakers —
Early Confirmed 2026 Expert Speakers
Paul Daniels
President
P. Daniels Consulting
Lieutenant Colonel William Taylor
Product Manager, Soldier Precision Targeting Devices, PEO Soldier
US Army
Dave Musgrave
Chief Engineer for DEVCOM-AC’s Artillery Fire Control Systems Division
US Army
Colonel Freeman Bonnette
Project Manager, Self-Propelled Howitzer Systems, PEO Ground Combat Systems
US Army
Colonel Gregory M. Tomlin PhD
Capability Manager for Division Artillery Formations
US Army
Mr. Jon R. Milner
Director, Business Development – Weapon and Ammunition
American Rheinmetall Defense, Inc. Reston, Virginia
Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Faucett
Product Manager for Fire Support Systems
US Marine Corps
Cobb Laslie
Program Director, Howitzer Programs
Elbit Systems of America
Lieutenant General Miles Brown
Deputy Commanding General (DCG), Army Futures Command (AFC)
US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
Lieutenant General (Ret.) Antonio Aguto
Former Commanding General, Security Assistance Group Ukraine (SAGU)
US Army
Brigadier General Alric L. Francis
Director Long Range Precision Fires Cross-Functional Team
US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
MG Stephen J. Maranian USA (Ret.)
Former CG, 56th AC; FA Cmdt; LRPF CFT Dir.
Consultant for American Rheinmetall
Brigadier General Steven P. Carpenter
Commander, 56th Artillery Command
US Army
Colonel John Nelson
Commander, Yuma Proving Ground
US Army
Colonel Frank Maxwell
Commander, 41st Field Artillery Brigade, V Corps Grafenwoehr, Germany
US Army
Colonel James Johnson
Army Capability Manager, Field Artillery Brigade-Long Range Fires Battalion
US Army
Colonel Joseph C. Alexander
Commander, US Army Redstone Test Center (RTC), Army Test and Evaluation Command
US Army
Colonel Paul Lashley
Commander, 75th Field Artillery Brigade
US Army
Colonel Brian Schweers
Commanding Officer, Marine Corps School of Artillery, Fort Sill
US Marine Corps
Colonel Matt Johnson
Commander, White Sands Test Center, Army Test and Evaluation Command
US Army
Colonel Tyler Donnell
Army Capabilities Manager, Fires Cell, Fires Center of Excellence at Fort Sill
US Army (Pending Final Confirmation)
Joseph McPherson
Advanced Technology Integrator, PM Ground Weapon Systems, Marine Corps Systems
US Marine Corps
Lieutenant-Colonel Max Riopelle
Commandant, The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery School
Canadian Armed Forces
Amit Mahajan
CEO
Phoenix Group
— Benefits of Attending —
Why Should You Join Us In 2026?
Explore the latest strategies and initiatives to increase support from the defense industrial base, and expand munitions production.
Gain insights from US Army leaders on recent announcements regarding the Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization
Expand your understanding of the latest technology, commercial solutions, and innovation in indirect fires and support systems, including integration
Network with leaders from across the indirect fires community including, Military, Academia, and Industry
— Testimonials —
Hear What Our Attendees Thought
Optimizing Data Integration for Drones and Robotics
IDGA sat down with Colonel Michael Englis to discuss the role of live data sensors in modern military operations, and the future of drone and robotic sensors in the military.
The Future of Military Artillery: Loitering Munitions
This report provides key information including; an overview of what loitering munitions are, how they are being used in modern conflicts, and a look at the DoD's Project Lasso.
2025 Attendee Snapshot
Interested in seeing who attended the IDGA 2025 Future Indirect Fires Summit? Take a look at the attendee snapshot, featuring the companies, military leaders, and government officials who joined us in 2025, many of whom are expected to return in 2026!
— Sponsors —
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