Missions + Markets: NATO DIANA Showcase

Join Arlington Economic Development and National Innovation Quarter for the Missions + Markets: NATO DIANA Showcase, an exclusive evening bringing together founders, investors, industry leaders, defense stakeholders, and technology innovators. Meet and engage with 20 high-growth NATO DIANA companies representing some of the most promising emerging technologies advancing security, defense, resilience, and dual-use innovation across the Alliance. Through a dynamic startup showcase, rapid-fire pitches, and networking, attendees will gain early access to innovative companies seeking strategic partners, customers, pilot opportunities, and pathways into the U.S. market.Whether you are an investor, prime contractor, government stakeholder, or entrepreneur, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with founders building technologies that could shape the future of national security. PROGRAM 5:30-6:30 PM - Registration, Company Exhibits & Networking 6:30-7:15 PM - Rapid Company Pitches 7:15-8:00 PM - Closing & Networking EVENT HOSTS National Innovation Quarter An innovation district in National Landing (Arlington and Alexandria) that brings together leaders in academia, entrepreneurship, government, and industry to solve the most pressing challenges at the intersection of national competitiveness and technology. Arlington Economic Development Arlington Economic Development is a department within Arlington County Government dedicated to strengthening the local economy and supporting businesses, residents, and visitors. JBG SMITH JBG SMITH owns, operates, and develops mixed-use properties concentrated in amenity-rich, Metro-served submarkets in and around Washington, DC, most notably National Landing, where through our focus on placemaking, we cultivate vibrant, highly amenitized, walkable neighborhoods. JBG SMITH's portfolio comprises 12.0 million square feet at share of multifamily, office, and retail assets, and a 3.6 million square-foot development pipeline.