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
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?
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 – 9:45 AM
General Session
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
11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
Breakout Sessions
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Networking Break
2:15 PM – 4:15 PM
General Session
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Networking Break
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Breakout Sessions
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Great American Defense Communities Reception
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
Location
ADC has partnered with hotels near the Monterey Conference Center (MCC) to offer exclusive discounted rates for attendees. Both properties, priced at $269 per night, are conveniently connected to the MCC. The Portola Hotel & Spa is directly attached to the MCC, while the Monterey Marriott is accessible via a covered skybridge (just 70 steps from door to door) 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.
REGISTRATION
Online registration for IIF25 is currently closed. Check back later for updates!
Travel Information
Welcome to Monterey
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.
SPONSORSHIP
IIF is the only all-service event of its kind that offers high impact sponsor opportunities.
Become a sponsor of IIF 2025 to gain unmatched networking opportunities and visibility for your organization.
Sponsor benefits include:
- Organizing or participating in a session
- Hosting a military service workshop
- Showcasing and networking at an exhibit booth
- Your organization’s logo displayed on signage and the event website and app
- Complimentary and discounted registrations
- And much more!
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.
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