# National Homeland Security Conference

- Dates: 10 August 2026 to 13 August 2026
- Location: Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC), Louisville, United States
- Organiser: National Homeland Security Association
- Industry: GovTech & Public Sector
- Expected attendance: 1,300

## About

The National Homeland Security Conference is a professional event for individuals in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Fire, and Emergency Management. It includes federal officials, nonprofit agencies, business owners, and universities. The conference focuses on emerging trends, equipment, technology, public safety training, and best practices in homeland security.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.nationalhomelandsecurity.org/)
- [Registration](https://cvent.me/MMarxo)
- [Agenda](https://nationalhomelandsecurity.org/agenda)

## Topics

- Security & Defense
- Homeland security

## Speakers

- Daniel Albert, Assistant Director, OCT
- Oren Baratz, VP External Affairs
- Brett Barnett, Professor of Communication
- Stephanie Bialek, DHHS SNS Comms Chief
- Matt Curran, Policy Advisor
- Carol Cunningham, Ohio DPS Medical Director
- Nick DiCicco, Public Safety Director
- Lisa Dillard, DHHS SNS Deputy Director

## Sponsors and partners

- Strategic Communications

## Ticket pricing

USD 775

## Where to stay

- **Homewood Suites by Hilton - Louisville Downtown**: 260 m from the venue
- **Hyatt Regency Louisville**: 270 m from the venue, 311 South 4th Street, Louisville, 40202
  - [Hotel website](https://www.louisville.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp)
  - Phone: +1-502-581-1234
- **21c Museum Hotel**: 360 m from the venue, 700 West Main Street, Louisville, 40202
  - Phone: +1-502-217-6300
- **The Seelbach Hilton Hotel**: 400 m from the venue, 500 South 4th Street, Louisville, 40202
  - [Hotel website](https://seelbachhilton.com/)
  - Phone: +1-502-585-3200
- **TownePlace Suites**: 400 m from the venue, 801 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, 40202
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/sdftd)
  - Phone: +1 502-754-6100
- **Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Downtown Louisville**: 410 m from the venue, 800 West Market Street, Louisville, 40202
- **Louisville Marriott Downtown**: 430 m from the venue, 280 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, 40202
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sdflm-louisville-marriott-downtown/)
  - Phone: +1-502-627-5045
- **Embassy Suites - Louisville Downtown**: 440 m from the venue, 501 South 4th Street, Louisville, 40202
  - [Hotel website](https://embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/kentucky/embassy-suites-louisville-downtown-SDFDNES/index.html)

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