

DefenseTech Summit at Israel Tech Week Miami 2026
DefenseTech Summit: The Frontlines of Innovation and Technology for National Defense
Join us for the DefenseTech Summit at Israel Tech Week Miami 2026, where founders, defense industry leaders, investors, and defense primes will explore how dual-use technologies, AI, autonomy, mission systems and platforms are shaping the future of national security and infrastructure.
Where Defense Innovation Meets Capital and Industry
As part of Israel Tech Week 2026, this summit is the meeting point of two of the most active defense innovation ecosystems in the world. Israeli defense technology, forged through decades of real-world operational experience, is increasingly finding strategic partnership with American capital, industry, and government frameworks.
This summit connects Israeli innovation with the U.S. defense ecosystem, creating real opportunities for partnerships, deployment and investment.
What to Expect
Industry Collaboration in DefenseTech. How are defense primes, procurement bodies, and emerging tech companies building the pipelines that get innovation from development to deployment?
Investment in DefenseTech. Where is smart capital flowing, and why? Leading investors and fund managers break down the market dynamics, deal structures, and geopolitical considerations driving defense investment today.
Thank you to our vertical sponsors and partners supporting the DefenseTech & Resilience Summit and helping bring together leaders across defense, government, and innovation.
Stratos VC
Holland & Knight
Florida Israel Business Accelerator
Community Partner
CET.VC
MAFAT, Directorate of Defense Research & Development
This session will feature expert-led discussions, startup showcases, and high-level networking opportunities.
🎯 Featured Speakers
Dom Aquilina Managing Director Aerospace, Defense & Government, Jefferies
Dr. Matt Swanson Head of Select Florida
Meital Stavinsky Partner, Holland & Knight
Gen. Micheael Barbero Lieutenant General (Ret), US Army, MDB Partners
Aviad Grinfeld General Partner, Stratos Ventures
David Mendelson Vice President of Acquisitions, Heico
Ariel Sagee Partner, Gornitzky
Janel Brown Director, DISA and Defense Agencies Zscaler
David Blumberg Managing Partner, Blumberg Capital
Robert Harvey President and Executive Director of the Florida Opportunity Fund
Miguel Mendoza Founder & CEO, PI Americas
Tahlia Townsend Co-Chair International Trade Practice, Holland & Knight
Thomas Feddo Founder, The Rubicon Advisors, LLC
Aviram Kalev Managing Director, Eden Global Partners
Jillian Goldberg General Partner, CET Ventures
Alon Ozer, Partner, Chief Investment Officer, Omnia Family Wealth
Startup showcase featuring:
Combatica
Tenna
Navairo
Skapion
Orgenesis
Carbyne
ACCESS TO EVENTS BY TICKET OR APPROVED INVITE
Please note: Registration alone does NOT guarantee entry. Attendance is limited to ticket holders or approved invitees only.
Industry experts invited by partners or the Israel Tech Week team will receive confirmation upon approval.
Registration & Tickets
To attend this event, unless you are an approved industry invitee or partner guest, please purchase a General Admission or VIP ticket for Israel Tech Week 2026.
The VIP ticket grants access to all Israel Tech Week events, including this session and additional VIP experiences throughout the week.
Partners’ guests may register to RSVP and request access, but registration may require approval. Only upon confirmation will you be able to attend.
Stay Informed & Connected
For updates, detailed schedules, and engagement opportunities, follow this event and ensure your place in the conversation shaping tomorrow’s innovation.
🔗 Subscribe & Follow:
Luma Calendar
LinkedIn Page
Contact Us
For inquiries:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.israeltechweek.com
We’re here to help you make the most of this transformative event!