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Aerospace and Defense Coalition at SMU: The Business of Aerospace, Defense & National Security
The Aerospace and Defense Coalition at SMU Cox - which hosts The Sentinel Defense Forum - explores the current state of the aerospace and defense industry, and what it means for North Texas. The Coalition and its events are a hub for industry connections and a collective forward-looking vision for what’s next.
In the spring of 2026, the SMU Cox School of Business and Lyle School of Engineering co-created the Aerospace and Defense Coalition and hosted its first Sentinel Defense Forum. The coalition and forum events convene leaders from industry, finance, investment, academia and the non-profit sector to discuss trends and opportunities in aerospace, defense and national security.
The 2026 panel topics included:
- PANEL 1 | State of Aerospace and Defense Today: Where Are We Going? From Brick-and-Mortar to Defense Tech
- PANEL 2 | Success Stories and Startups: How to Build a Great Aerospace and Defense Company
2027 Forum Details
Location
SMU Cox Collins Executive Education Center, 3150 Binkley Ave, Dallas, TX 75205
Date
Spring 2027
Time
5 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Registration
Registration is free but is required to attend.
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