Our national defense is entering a time of significant change—facing new global threats and an urgent focus on readiness and efficiency. At the heart of this effort are our military installations and the communities that support them. Strong partnerships between base and community help drive innovation, streamline operations, and keep our forces prepared. In 2025, we’ll gather in Monterey, California—the birthplace of community-military collaboration—to meet this moment with fresh thinking, bold ideas, and a shared commitment to keeping the mission strong and being ready for what’s next. Join us for IIF 2025, the nation’s only joint-service event focused on installation management, community partnership, and the collective pursuit of strengthening the foundation of our military readiness.
OCTOBER 27 - 29
Mission First: Advancing Efficiency and Readiness
Welcome from our Host
The City of Monterey is proud to partner with ADC as the host of the 2025 Installation Innovation Forum. Widely recognized as the birthplace of military-community partnership, Monterey has a rich defense legacy spanning more than 300 years. Home to the U.S. Army’s Defense Language Institute and the Naval Postgraduate School, the city anchors a vibrant defense region known for driving innovation and collaboration. This year’s Forum will take place at Monterey’s award-winning Conference Center, located in the heart of this historic and scenic coastal city. We look forward to welcoming IIF attendees to experience all that the Monterey region has to offer as we shape the future of military-community collaboration.
Why Attend?
- Professional development opportunities with hundreds of installation leaders representing all services
- Network with community, installation, and industry leaders from across the country
- Over 75 sessions, facilitated meetings and networking events
Who Attends?
- Over 1,000 attendees representing over 200 defense communities and 150 installations from across the country
- Military leaders from all service branches at both the installation and national level, including IMCOM, CNIC, AFCEC, MCICOM, AFIMSC, NAVFAC and many others
- Community leaders committed to supporting installation missions and military families
- Defense industry partners with a vested interest in quality of life
AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE
Monday, October 27th
7:00 AM – 5:15 PM
Registration Open
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Pre-Conference Sessions
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch (on your own)
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Opening General Session
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Networking Break
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Breakout Sessions
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
General Session
4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Networking Break
4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Welcome Reception
Tuesday, October 28th
7:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
General Session
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Networking Break
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Breakout Sessions
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Networking Break
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Breakout Sessions
11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
General Session
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Networking Break
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
3:30 PM – 3:45 PM
Networking Break
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Networking Break
4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Great American Defense Communities Reception at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Wednesday, October 29th
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
General Session
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Networking Break
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Breakout Sessions
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Networking Break
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Breakout Sessions
10:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Networking Break
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Breakout Sessions
12:00 PM
Conference Ends
Note: This agenda is subject to change.
Location
IIF 2025 will be held across three interconnected venues: the Monterey Conference Center (MCC), the Portola Hotel, and the Monterey Marriott. ADC has secured exclusive discounted rates at two lead hotels—both available at $269 per night for general attendees (federal per diem details below). The Portola is directly connected to the MCC, while the Marriott is just 70 steps away via a covered skybridge or a short walk across the street.
Note: Federal per diem rooms are only available for attendees that provide a federal or military email address. Eligible registrants will receive a code to reserve per diem rooms. If you registered but did not receive instructions for booking a per diem room, please email us at info@defensecommunities.org.
The cutoff date for the IIF discounted rate at both hotels is October 2, 2025, 5:00 PST. Use a link above to receive the discounted rate or mention “ADC 2025 Installation Innovation Forum” when calling for reservations. Rooms and discounted rates may not be available after this date.
Please support ADC by staying at the headquarter hotels. To receive discounted rates and meeting space at the headquarter hotel, ADC must sign a contract and guarantee a certain number of sleeping rooms. Your support is greatly appreciated. If for some reason your travel dates are not available, please contact us at info@defensecommunities.org, and we will make every effort to secure additional rooms if they are available.
Travel Information
REGISTRATION
DOD / Federal
This rate is for active military service members and federal employees only. Due to evolving federal guidelines, we are temporarily waiving registration fees for all federal employees and uniformed service members as of 3/3/25. Participants need to provide an official military or federal government email address to register. Contractors and those with email addresses containing .ctr are NOT permitted to register at this rate.
Community Group Registration
*To receive this discounted rate, your group must contain at least three (3+) people. Each individual must be an ADC Community Members in good standing. Group registrations are limited. For more information about membership or to check your status, email membership@defensecommunities.org.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
ADC’s annual charity golf tournament will take place on Sunday, October 26, at an incredible course with a proud military history. Located in the City of Seaside, just north of Monterey, Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Courses were built on the historic grounds of the former Fort Ord Army base. Bayonet, established in 1954 by General Robert B. McClure and named after the 7th Infantry Division, is known for its challenging “Combat Corner” stretch. Black Horse, added in 1964, honors the 11th Cavalry Regiment. Following Fort Ord’s closure, the City of Seaside acquired both courses in 1997. Today, these storied courses have hosted golf legends, U.S. Presidents, and international dignitaries. Details on the tournament will be announced soon. If you have any questions – please contact Kat Sharma at ksharma@defensecommunities.org.
Sponsorship / Exhibit Hall
IIF is the only all-service event of its kind that offers high impact sponsor opportunities.
IIF’s exhibit hall delivers high-impact engagement in an intimate setting, offering unique opportunities to connect with attendees that you won’t find anywhere else. Given the limited space available – IIF exhibit hall opportunities are only open to event sponsors at this time.
Become a sponsor of IIF 2025 to gain unmatched networking opportunities and visibility for your organization. Ready to secure your sponsorship? Contact Emma Kelly Saunders for more information.
The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
