DEF Fort Worth Kickoff
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An evening introducing the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum (DEF) to Fort Worth, bringing together service members, founders, investors, technologists, academics and civic leaders to build the connections that strengthen our national security.
When: Tuesday, February 9, 2027, 4:30–8:30 PM Central
Where: Texas A&M-Fort Worth, Law & Education Building, Room 804, 300 E. 15th Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Parking:
Commerce Street Parking Garage, 1309 Commerce Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Houston Street Convention Center Parking Garage, 1200 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
For validation, park at one of these garages and bring your ticket with you.
Street parking is available without validation. The FW Park app helps you find and pay for street parking.
Please note: the parking garages close at 10:00 PM.
In partnership with TechFW and its MADE program (Manufacturing Accelerator and Development Engine), with Texas A&M-Fort Worth as our venue.
DEF is a volunteer-run nonprofit that inspires, connects and empowers people to build a culture of innovation in the national security community. The Fort Worth Agora is DEF's local chapter.
Questions: hello@def.org · def.org