19th Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI)

The 19th Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI), hosted by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), will be co-hosted with the Life Cycle Industry Days (LCID) and Dayton Defense at the Dayton Convention Center in Dayton, Ohio, from July 27-31, 2026. This event provides in-depth presentations, panels, and one-on-one sessions focused on AFRL's Science and Technology initiatives, offering insights into technical portfolios and contracting opportunities. Discussions will cover Department of the Air Force (DAF) Science and Technology priorities and budget information, with opportunities for dialogue sessions and one-on-one meetings with AFRL Directorate Leaders and SMEs. This is a non-public distribution event, with discussions at Distribution-C and classified levels for vetted participants.