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  1. A hybrid, two-tier AI architecture for autonomous command and control chain in military simulation
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    The application of AI in virtual and constructive simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Bartek Panasewicz
    Bartek Panasewicz, Vice President Head of Systems Engineering Vehicle Training Systems - Land Systems - Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Enrico Raue
    Mr Enrico Raue, New Markets Development and Sales Manager - MASA
    Speaker image for Yann Prudent
    Dr. Yann Prudent, Chief Technology Officer - MASA Group
  2. Accelerating Army LVC Training Modernization Through Continuous Digital Transformation.
    New Horizons Theatre

    Forging the future force through continuous transformation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Benjamin Bell
    Benjamin Bell, VP, Advanced Capabilities - Potawatomi Business Development Corporation - Federal Group
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Amit Kapadia
    Mr Amit Kapadia, PM Synthetic Environment Chief Engineer - U.S. Army Capability Program Executive Simulation, Training, Test and Threat (CPE ST3)
  3. Accelerating readiness: Adaptive multi-domain training via compound AI models, agents & causal tools
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Next Gen training and simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Agatino Mursia
    Agatino Mursia, Strategy and Innovation, Digital Engineering – Simulation & Training Head - Leonardo S.P.A.
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Svitlana Volkova
    Dr. Svitlana Volkova, Chief of AI - Aptima, Inc.
  4. Actionable insight: Building robust human-machine teams through contextual understanding
    Human Performance Theatre

    Cognitive improvements through human AI collaboration

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Deb Barnes
    Deb Barnes, International Programs Director (PDI) - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD)
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Bill Hodson
    Mr Bill Hodson, Consulting Director - Cambridge Consultants
  5. Advancing the college STEM experience at the U.S. Air Force Academy using modeling and simulation methods
    Human Performance Theatre

    Advancing human performance in US and Royal Netherlands Air Forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Paddy Little
    Mr Paddy Little, Founder and Executive Director - Cervus Defence and Security Ltd
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Terence Andre
    Dr. Terence Andre, Owner/President - Andre Research and Consulting
  6. Afternoon break & networking
  7. Afternoon break & networking
  8. Agile training for emerging battlefield realities: Lessons from Ukraine and the Red Sea
    New Horizons Theatre

    AI lessons from the front, force development and design

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Rusmat Ahmed
    Rusmat Ahmed, Senior Vice President Sales, EMEA & Asia - One Arc
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Md Zubair Hossain psc
    Major (Retd.) Md Zubair Hossain psc, Support Manager - MASA Group
  9. AI+AR powered adaptive mission training
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    The application of AI in virtual and constructive simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Bartek Panasewicz
    Bartek Panasewicz, Vice President Head of Systems Engineering Vehicle Training Systems - Land Systems - Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Adolfo Klassen
    Mr Adolfo Klassen, AI Training Solutions Chief Technology Officer - PACE Canada Aerospace & IT Inc.
  10. Automating an experimentation environment for rapid force development
    New Horizons Theatre

    WargAIming

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for David Elsey
    David Elsey, Analysis and Design Portfolio Technical Authority - Training & Simulation Group - BAE Systems
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Tom Skelding
    Tom Skelding, Land Capability Manager - Cervus Defence & Security
  11. Bridging AI and simulation: LLM-driven interaction with a simulation using MCP
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    The application of AI in virtual and constructive simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Bartek Panasewicz
    Bartek Panasewicz, Vice President Head of Systems Engineering Vehicle Training Systems - Land Systems - Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Thomas Stegemann
    Mr Thomas Stegemann, Technical Product Manager - Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH
  12. Building human performance systems for the era of autonomy
    Human Performance Theatre

    Advancing human performance in US and Royal Netherlands Air Forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Paddy Little
    Mr Paddy Little, Founder and Executive Director - Cervus Defence and Security Ltd
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Caitlin Harris
    Lt Col Caitlin Harris, Director of the Human Weapon Systems Portfolio - Secretary of the Air Force- Competitive Projects Office
    Speaker image for Joseph Novak
    Colonel Joseph Novak, Deputy Director - U.S. Air Force 711 Human Performance Wing
    Speaker image for Nicholas Caraballo
    Major Nicholas Caraballo, Director of Integration - U.S. Air Force Weapons School
  13. Building responsible cyber readiness with generative adversaries and without breaking anything
    New Horizons Theatre

    Facing the threat

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Andy Fawkes FIMechE
    Mr Andy Fawkes FIMechE, Simulation and Training Consultant - Thinke Company Limited
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Wayne Swiggs Pg Dip, PGCE, CMgr, FBCS, FCMI
    Mr Wayne Swiggs Pg Dip, PGCE, CMgr, FBCS, FCMI, System Engineer | Head Growth and Strategy - Argo DevOps Solutions Ltd
  14. Crossing the Atlantic: Lessons learned from and for European small innovators entering the US Defence market
    New Horizons Theatre

    N/A

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Gary Waterfall CBE DL
    Air Vice-Marshal (Retd.) Gary Waterfall CBE DL, Senior Defence Advisor - Clarion Defence & Security
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Eric Hannis J.D.
    SES-2 Eric Hannis J.D., Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Strategy & Acquisition Reform) - Department of US Army
    Speaker image for Greg Kolean
    Greg Kolean, President - PBDC Federal Group
    Speaker image for Pat O'Connor
    Mr Pat O'Connor, CEO - VRAI
    Speaker image for Wink Bennett
    Wink Bennett, Sr Tech Advisor Mod and Sim Eng SME - DAF Chief Modeling and Simulation Office HAF/SAF/SAM, KBR
  15. Data exploitation in multi-domain digital wargames for non-technical staff using natural language
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Augmenting the instructor with LLM tool

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jean-Yves Donnart
    Jean-Yves Donnart, Advanced Studies Project Manager - Thales AVS France - Training & Simulation
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Taja Hillier
    Ms Taja Hillier, Chief Data and AI Officer - Mission Decisions
  16. Defence training with GenAI: Building the next generation of defence training
    Human Performance Theatre

    AI improves workforce training for US and Australian Forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jim Pharmer
    Jim Pharmer, Chief Scientist for the Training Systems Research, Development Test and Evaluation Department (GT5E) and the Head of the Experimental and Applied Human Performance and Training Research and Development Division (GT55) - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD)
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Anders Dyhrberg BSc
    Mr Anders Dyhrberg BSc, Chief Executive Officer - NeGSiS
    Speaker image for Ane Storm MsC
    Ane Storm MsC, Chief Operating Officer - NeGSiS
  17. Defining and measuring a SOF mindset
    Human Performance Theatre

    Improving human performance in special operations forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mike Merritt
    Mike Merritt, Acquisition Director - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Christina Parker
    Dr. Christina Parker, Chief Learning Officer - Air Force Special Operations Command
  18. Delivering effective operational-level training in the AI era
    Human Performance Theatre

    Using newer technologies to improve tactical decision making and AARs

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Debbie Berry
    Debbie Berry, Chief Executive Officer - Zephyr Blue. LLC
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Stephen Townsend
    Mr Stephen Townsend, Head, Training Support Group - Mass Consultants Ltd
  19. Efficient multi-agent AI competitions
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Future of AI in defence training

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Enrico Raue
    Mr Enrico Raue, New Markets Development and Sales Manager - MASA
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Simon Lucas PhD
    Professor Simon Lucas PhD, Professor of AI - Queen Mary University of London
  20. End of Conference
  21. Establishing an M&S ecosystem to support multi-domain operations
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mark Lewis
    Mark Lewis, SPARTAN Technical Lead, Director Develop (Support) - Navy Command HQ
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Agatino Mursia
    Agatino Mursia, Strategy and Innovation, Digital Engineering – Simulation & Training Head - Leonardo S.P.A.
    Speaker image for Martin Rusner
    Martin Rusner, Vice President of Product - 4C Strategies
    Speaker image for Ruari Henderson Begg MA RAF
    Group Captain Ruari Henderson Begg MA RAF, Chief Modelling and Simulation Officer (Air) - UK Ministry of Defence
    Speaker image for Stephen Banks
    Colonel Stephen Banks, Branch Head (M & S, Distributed Learning) - NATO HQ SACT
  22. Evolving human-AI competencies: Workforce development for building systemically safe cyber-physical
    Human Performance Theatre

    Cognitive improvements through human AI collaboration

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Deb Barnes
    Deb Barnes, International Programs Director (PDI) - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD)
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gordon Meadow
    Mr Gordon Meadow, Chief Executive Officer - SeaBot Maritime
  23. Feel to know: Using emotion to measure real understanding
    Human Performance Theatre

    You can trust AI to boost your emotions and cyber literacy

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mikaela Green
    Ms Mikaela Green, Capability Director, Training - Babcock International
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Jonathan Prescott
    Mr Jonathan Prescott, Chief Executive Officer / Co-Founder - Cavefish
  24. First 3D digital twin of U.S. weather satellite and ground station systems for predictive operations
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Digital twinning the environment

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Wolfram Schoor PhD
    Dr Wolfram Schoor PhD, Chief Technology Officer Training Simulation - Airbus Defence and Space Germany
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Kira Ryan
    Ms Kira Ryan, Vice President of Development - Ultisim Inc
  25. From intent to action: An LLM-assisted scenario generator for enhanced multi-domain training
    New Horizons Theatre
    Agility and Realism in MDO Training, 2. Reduction in Cognitive Load for Instructors, 3. User-Centric, Natural Language Interface, 4. Modular, Interoperable Framework for Future Integration
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Martin Rusner
    Martin Rusner, Vice President of Product - 4C Strategies
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Kalle Saastamoinen PhD
    Dr. Kalle Saastamoinen PhD, Researcher - Simulator Centre of Excellence
  26. From scripted to adaptive: Integrating self-learning red forces into existing military simulators
    New Horizons Theatre

    Facing the threat

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Andy Fawkes FIMechE
    Mr Andy Fawkes FIMechE, Simulation and Training Consultant - Thinke Company Limited
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Leon Bender
    1st Lieutenant (Reserves) Leon Bender, Business Development Associate - 21strategies GmbH
  27. From simulation to 'true' digital twins and virtual worlds: The next leap in the future operating environment
    New Horizons Theatre

    N/A

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Andy Fawkes FIMechE
    Mr Andy Fawkes FIMechE, Simulation and Training Consultant - Thinke Company Limited
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Alhassan Yasin
    Dr. Alhassan Yasin, Professor, Senior Scientist, and NASA Lead/Deputy - Johns Hopkins University
    Speaker image for David Burden
    Eur. Ing. David Burden, Independent Consultant - Daden
  28. From simulation to 'true' digital twins and virtual worlds: The next leap in the future operating environment - Virtual Introduction
    New Horizons Theatre
     
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Anne Bajart [VIRTUAL]
    Dr Anne Bajart [VIRTUAL], Deputy Head of Unit - European Commission - DG CONNECT
  29. From Training and Simulation to Readiness: Designing Secure, AI‑Ready Platforms for Defence
    Human Performance Theatre
    As defence organisations adopt AI-driven training and increasingly complex simulation environments, the platforms supporting them must meet strict requirements for performance, security, resilience, a …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mike Merritt
    Mike Merritt, Acquisition Director - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Tom Sadler
    Tom Sadler, Data Science and AI Business Solution Lead UK&I - HP
  30. From VHR satellite to simulation: an AI-powered reality pipeline
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Digital twinning the environment

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Wolfram Schoor PhD
    Dr Wolfram Schoor PhD, Chief Technology Officer Training Simulation - Airbus Defence and Space Germany
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Sebastien Bosch
    Dr. Sebastien Bosch, 3D Product Manager - Airbus Defence and Space
  31. Future-ready forces: Workforce planning with Australia's workforce decision analysis suite
    Human Performance Theatre

    AI improves workforce training for US and Australian Forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jim Pharmer
    Jim Pharmer, Chief Scientist for the Training Systems Research, Development Test and Evaluation Department (GT5E) and the Head of the Experimental and Applied Human Performance and Training Research and Development Division (GT55) - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD)
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Jillian Henderson
    Dr Jillian Henderson, Defence Scientist - Acting Director Air Staff Operations Research/Maritime and Air Systems - Centre for Operational Research and Analysis Department of National Defence, Government of Canada
    Speaker image for Joseph Scott
    Mr Joseph Scott, Operations Research Analyst - Navy Manpower Analysis Center (NAVMAC), United States of America
    Speaker image for Katie Mortimer
    Ms Katie Mortimer, Operations Researcher - Australian Department of Defence
    Speaker image for Vivian Nguyen
    Vivian Nguyen
  32. Keynote Address
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Ian Sharrocks CBE MA RAF
    Air Vice Marshal Ian Sharrocks CBE MA RAF, Air Officer Commanding No.22 Group - Royal Air Force
  33. Keynote address: Training Technologically empowered allied forces
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Gary Waterfall CBE DL
    Air Vice-Marshal (Retd.) Gary Waterfall CBE DL, Senior Defence Advisor - Clarion Defence & Security
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Ruprecht v. Butler
    Major General Ruprecht v. Butler, Commander - NATO Joint Warfare Centre
  34. Keynote Panel: How the UK trains technologically empowered forces
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Gary Waterfall CBE DL
    Air Vice-Marshal (Retd.) Gary Waterfall CBE DL, Senior Defence Advisor - Clarion Defence & Security
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Andrew Ingham
    Commodore Andrew Ingham, Commander Fleet Operations Standards and Training - Royal Navy
    Speaker image for Ian Sharrocks CBE MA RAF
    Air Vice Marshal Ian Sharrocks CBE MA RAF, Air Officer Commanding No.22 Group - Royal Air Force
    Speaker image for Mark Lancaster TD PC
    Major General the Rt Hon the Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton Mark Lancaster TD PC, Director of Reserves - British Army
  35. Keynote Panel: Training technologically empowered allied forces
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
    Tentative
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Gary Waterfall CBE DL
    Air Vice-Marshal (Retd.) Gary Waterfall CBE DL, Senior Defence Advisor - Clarion Defence & Security
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Christine Beeler
    Brigadier General Christine Beeler, Capability Program Executive - U. S. Army Capability Program Executive Simulation, Training, Test and Threat (CPE ST3)
    Speaker image for Corey Klopstein
    Colonel Corey Klopstein, Program Executive Officer (PEO), Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) - United States Space Force
    Speaker image for Jan Drozd Ing. Ph.D
    Colonel Associate Professor Jan Drozd Ing. Ph.D, Faculty of Military Leadership, Dean - Defence University - Brno
    Speaker image for Ruprecht v. Butler
    Major General Ruprecht v. Butler, Commander - NATO Joint Warfare Centre
    Speaker image for Zoltán Bárány
    Brigadier General Zoltán Bárány, DCOM/Chief of Staff (COS) - NATO Joint Force Training Centre
  36. Keynote Panel: Training technologically empowered forces through industry investment and innovation
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Tim Colebrooke
    Tim Colebrooke, Head of Portfolio - Cambridge Future Tech
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Ben Goodwin MBE
    Wing Commander Ben Goodwin MBE, Adjunct Fellow - Council on Geostrategy
    Speaker image for Myroslav Popovych
    Myroslav Popovych, Senior International Affairs representative - Ukrainian Council of Defence Industry
    Speaker image for Silvia Grant
    Dr Silvia Grant, Head of Technology & Futures, Deputy Director, Chief Technology Office - UK Ministry of Defence
    Speaker image for Stuart Atha KBE CB DSO MA BSc
    Sir Stuart Atha KBE CB DSO MA BSc, Head of UK NATO Industrial Advisory Group
  37. Lessons learned as a process for improving human performance
    Human Performance Theatre

    Improving human performance in special operations forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mike Merritt
    Mike Merritt, Acquisition Director - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Leon Jablow IV PhD
    Dr Leon Jablow IV PhD, Strategy and Special Projects - Lukos
  38. Leveraging AI to revolutionise military courseware development
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Augmenting the instructor with LLM tools

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jean-Yves Donnart
    Jean-Yves Donnart, Advanced Studies Project Manager - Thales AVS France - Training & Simulation
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Alex Smith MSc PGCE (PCET) BSC(Hons) Chartered FCIPD MIET
    Mr Alex Smith MSc PGCE (PCET) BSC(Hons) Chartered FCIPD MIET, Chief Technology and Learning Officer - Raytheon UK
  39. Lunch break & networking
  40. Lunch break & networking
  41. Lunch break & networking
  42. Major General Chris Barry CBE – creator of the British Army’s Land Training System – a revolutionary learning and development methodology to meet the challenges of the C21st
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Christopher Barry CBE
    Major General Christopher Barry CBE, Creator of the British Army's Land Training System - British Army
  43. Making 3D tiles content accessible & towards OneWorld - Developments in geospatial provision
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Digital twinning the environment

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Wolfram Schoor PhD
    Dr Wolfram Schoor PhD, Chief Technology Officer Training Simulation - Airbus Defence and Space Germany
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Ronald Ventura-Moore
    Mr Ronald Ventura-Moore, Modeling and Simulation Spatial Solutions Architect - Vantor (Maxar)
  44. Mind the gap: Can AI/ML readiness levels build trust?
    Human Performance Theatre

    You can trust AI to boost your emotions and cyber literacy

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mikaela Green
    Ms Mikaela Green, Capability Director, Training - Babcock International
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Elaine M Raybourn
    Dr Elaine M Raybourn, Scientist - Consortium for the Advancement of Scientific Software
  45. Modernising the decision environment: AI-driven wargaming as a catalyst for SOF training & readiness
    New Horizons Theatre

    WargAIming

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for David Elsey
    David Elsey, Analysis and Design Portfolio Technical Authority - Training & Simulation Group - BAE Systems
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Hunter Miller
    Mr Hunter Miller, Innovation and Integration Lead - Booz Allen/Special Operations Command (SOCOM)
    Speaker image for Joshua Ridley
    Mr. Joshua Ridley, AI Lead - Booz Allen / Special Operations Command (SOCOM)
    Speaker image for Ryan Wallich
    Major Ryan Wallich, Officer In Charge, Joint Fires Rehearsal Center - Special Operations Command (SOCOM)
  46. Morning break & networking
    Human Performance Theatre
  47. Morning break & networking
  48. Morning break & networking
  49. Morning break & networking
    New Horizons Theatre
  50. NATO Modelling and Simulation Group: Adapting to change
    New Horizons Theatre

    Enabling and execution in defence training

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Martin Rusner
    Martin Rusner, Vice President of Product - 4C Strategies
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Simon Skinner CEng. FIET
    Mr Simon Skinner CEng. FIET, Vice Chair - NATO Modelling and Simulation Group
    Speaker image for Wim Huiskamp
    Mr Wim Huiskamp, Chairman - NATO Modelling and Simulation Group
  51. Novel architecture to improve cyber-kinetic training
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Next Gen training and simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Agatino Mursia
    Agatino Mursia, Strategy and Innovation, Digital Engineering – Simulation & Training Head - Leonardo S.P.A.
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Omar Hasan
    Dr. Omar Hasan, Chief Technology Officer - Dignitas Technologies, a By Light Company
  52. Opening Remarks
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
    The 2026 welcome to ITEC in London, led by our Senior Defence Advisor Gary Waterfall and our 2026 Committee Chair Tim Colebrooke.
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Gary Waterfall CBE DL
    Air Vice-Marshal (Retd.) Gary Waterfall CBE DL, Senior Defence Advisor - Clarion Defence & Security
    Speaker image for Tim Colebrooke
    Tim Colebrooke, Head of Portfolio - Cambridge Future Tech
  53. Operationalising edge data with data mesh and MASA principles for next-generation defence training
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Next Gen training and simulation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Agatino Mursia
    Agatino Mursia, Strategy and Innovation, Digital Engineering – Simulation & Training Head - Leonardo S.P.A.
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Sonia von der Lippe
    Ms Sonia von der Lippe, Founder & Chief Executive Officer - FuturaSage LLC
  54. Royal Netherlands Army Simulation Centre & Simulation Battle Lab
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jan Hodicky
    Jan Hodicky, M&S Technical SME - NATO HQ SACT
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Sander Cruiming
    Major Sander Cruiming, Chief Army Simulation Battlelab - Royal Netherlands Army
  55. Synthetic forces: why build an AI role player – and is it even possible?
    New Horizons Theatre

    WargAIming

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for David Elsey
    David Elsey, Analysis and Design Portfolio Technical Authority - Training & Simulation Group - BAE Systems
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Rebecca Wright
    Mrs Rebecca Wright, Product Delivery Lead - BAE Systems
  56. The adaptive leap: Boosting cyber literacy by 40% with AI-driven training
    Human Performance Theatre

    You can trust AI to boost your emotions and cyber literacy

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Mikaela Green
    Ms Mikaela Green, Capability Director, Training - Babcock International
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Niels Bach Vildbrad
    Mr Niels Bach Vildbrad, Chief Operating Officer - Area9 Lyceum
  57. The golden thread: How through-life training will secure sixth-generation combat air power
    New Horizons Theatre

    Forging the future force through continuous transformation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Benjamin Bell
    Benjamin Bell, VP, Advanced Capabilities - Potawatomi Business Development Corporation - Federal Group
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Adrian Snook BA
    Mr Adrian Snook BA, Director - Learning Accelerators Limited
  58. Training readiness in the age of digital superiority: Turning data into deterrence with AI
    New Horizons Theatre
    Training data is a strategic readiness asset — not just a record of activity. Integrated LVC data enables informed decisions on force generation, capability adoption, and deterrence. AI turns structur …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Carlos Montans
    Carlos Montans, Head of Training Centres Services - Airbus Defence and Space
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Joshua Rice
    Mr Joshua Rice, Director of Defence Products - 4C Strategies
  59. Training technologically empowered forces through the use of the NATO Maven Smart System
    New Horizons Theatre
    Transforming training with AI, simulation, and wargaming Enhancing interoperability and decision-making through MSS Leveraging AI for rapid, data-driven intelligence Using wargaming to test and refine …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Carlos Montans
    Carlos Montans, Head of Training Centres Services - Airbus Defence and Space
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Maxime Deprouw
    Maxime Deprouw, System Integrator - NATO SHAPE
  60. Training to decide: Building Cognitive resilience and autonomy under real threat
    Human Performance Theatre
    Modern operations demand warfighters who can make sound decisions under pressure, uncertainty, and real threat, often without guidance, permission or complete information. This panel explores how defe …
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jim Pharmer
    Jim Pharmer, Chief Scientist for the Training Systems Research, Development Test and Evaluation Department (GT5E) and the Head of the Experimental and Applied Human Performance and Training Research and Development Division (GT55) - Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD)
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Alexander Camp
    Alexander Camp, Applied Cognitive Effects - Behavioural Scientist Cognitive Warfare - NATO HQ SACT
    Speaker image for Fergus Hay
    Mr. Fergus Hay, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer - The Hacking Games
    Speaker image for Janet Blatny
    Janet Blatny, Research Director - Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI)
    Speaker image for Pete Cooper
    Pete Cooper, General Manager, EMEA. Customer Security Management Office, Office of the CISO - Microsoft
  61. Training Transformation
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Training transformation

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Sanjay Khetia
    Sanjay Khetia, Managing Director - By Light Technologies Limited
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Ken-Tore Saade Eriksen
    Lieutenant Colonel (Retd.) Ken-Tore Saade Eriksen, Founder and Chief Executing Officer - Eriksen LiveSim Consult
    Speaker image for Marwane Bahbaz
    Mr Marwane Bahbaz, Chief Technology Officer - U.S. Army Capability Program Executive Simulation, Training, Test and Threat (CPE ST3)
    Speaker image for Michael Dunning CD
    Lieutenant Colonel Michael Dunning CD, Chief - Canadian Army Simulation Centre - Canadian Armed Forces
  62. Transforming military training with neuroadaptive technologies and passive brain-computer interface solutions
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre

    Future of AI in defence training

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Enrico Raue
    Mr Enrico Raue, New Markets Development and Sales Manager - MASA
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Johan de Heer
    Dr. Johan de Heer, Director Research, Technology & Innovation - Thales
    Speaker image for Laurens R. Krol
    Dr. Laurens R. Krol, Research Director - Zander Labs
  63. Transforming the after action review: A data-driven, immersive ecosystem for operational excellence
    Human Performance Theatre

    Using newer technologies to improve tactical decision making and AARs

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Debbie Berry
    Debbie Berry, Chief Executive Officer - Zephyr Blue. LLC
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Paddy Little
    Mr Paddy Little, Founder and Executive Director - Cervus Defence and Security Ltd
  64. Use of digital Wargaming to validate future force design
    New Horizons Theatre

    AI lessons from the front, force development and design

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Rusmat Ahmed
    Rusmat Ahmed, Senior Vice President Sales, EMEA & Asia - One Arc
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Sebastian Langvad
    Major Sebastian Langvad, Course Director Complex Operations - Norwegian Military Academy
    Speaker image for Stian Osmundsen
    Stian Osmundsen, Chief Executive Officer - Levato AS
  65. Using immersive environments to improve performance for first responders and defence
    Human Performance Theatre

    Using immersive environments to improve performance for first responders and defence

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Elaine M Raybourn
    Dr Elaine M Raybourn, Scientist - Consortium for the Advancement of Scientific Software
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Jonathan Boyd
    Fire Chief Jonathan Boyd, Fire Chief - City of Allen Fire Department
    Speaker image for Kristine Kvam
    Ms Kristine Kvam, Chief Technology Officer - Fynd Reality AS
    Speaker image for Mikaela Green
    Ms Mikaela Green, Capability Director, Training - Babcock International
    Speaker image for Or Ben Shabat
    Major (Res.) Or Ben Shabat, Founder & CEO - Digital Combat Academy (DCA)
  66. Using VR flight simulation for the assessment of non-technical competencies
    Human Performance Theatre

    Advancing human performance in US and Royal Netherlands Air Forces

    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Paddy Little
    Mr Paddy Little, Founder and Executive Director - Cervus Defence and Security Ltd
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Petra ten Hove MSc
    Petra ten Hove MSc, Training Expert - Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre
  67. Where we are with NATO NexGen of M&S programme?
    Adaptive Edge Keynote Theatre
     
    Chairperson
    Speaker image for Jan Hodicky
    Jan Hodicky, M&S Technical SME - NATO HQ SACT
    Speakers
    Speaker image for Brian Vogt
    Brian Vogt, NexGen Programme Director and HQ SACT MDFD M&S Section Head - NATO HQ SACT
  68. Which war are we preparing for?
    New Horizons Theatre

    AI lessons from the front, force development and design

    Chairperson
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    Rusmat Ahmed, Senior Vice President Sales, EMEA & Asia - One Arc
    Speakers
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    Mr Andy Fawkes FIMechE, Simulation and Training Consultant - Thinke Company Limited