WEST 2024 Sponsorship and Branding Opportunities


AFCEA and the U.S. Naval Institute have developed an enhanced sponsorship program for WEST 2024 that will offer maximum visibility to those who participate! What better way to make sure you stand out and increase your exposure than at this foremost event in which industry leaders can learn about military requirements and connect with decision makers and operators, where senior military and government officials can gain feedback from sea service warfighters, and where industry thought leaders will discuss and demonstrate sea service solutions? Sponsorship opportunities are offered at a several investment levels, ensuring your ability to participate.

Browse available options below, or jump to specific categories: Patron Packages, Individual Sponsorships and Branding Opportunities.

Have an idea for a sponsorship not listed below? We are here to ensure you have the best conference experience. We are happy to create a custom sponsorship package to meet your specific needs. Let us know your vision, objective and budget and we’ll create a customized opportunity just for you.

The deadline to submit contracts and sponsor artwork is Friday, January 5th.

Special Events


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Navy SBIR/STTR Transition Program

The Navy SBIR/STTR Transition Program (Navy STP) is hosting Navy STP Showcase at WEST 2024. The Navy STP Showcase promotes mature technologies from companies participating in the Navy STP, connecting these small businesses with government and industry personnel through on-demand Tech Talk presentations.

Additionally, these companies have an enhanced online presence through the Navy STP Virtual Transition Marketplace (Navy STP VTM). The Navy STP VTM provides additional information on innovative Phase II Navy technologies developed by small businesses participating in the program. Visit booth #1709 to learn more.

Navy Information Warfare Engagement Zone

Now and expanded in its 5th year and located right in the middle of the action in the Information warfare (IW) pavilion, the engagement zone gives attendees the opportunity to informally meet with two dozen program managers, business portfolio managers and subject matter experts from multiple IW commands for short blocks of time. The Engagement Zone schedule will be posted to the WEST website as participants are confirmed. No advance appointments necessary.

Author Book Signing

During WEST 2024 exhibiting hours, visit the U. S. Naval Institute in booth #2225 to participate in special book signing opportunities with your favorite Naval Institute Press authors.

View the full schedule here.

Industry Open House hosted by PEO Digital and Enterprise Services and PEO Manpower, Logistics and Business Solutions

Join the Department of the Navy’s Program Executive Office for Digital and Enterprise Services (PEO Digital) and Program Executive Office for Manpower, Logistics and Business Solutions (PEO MLB) for an Industry Open House from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 13th in room 25 on the upper deck of the San Diego Convention Center. Representatives from PEO MLB and PEO Digital will meet with industry on a first-come, first-served basis. Stop by to chat and learn about the work of PEO Digital and PEO MLB. No advance appointments necessary.

Industry Engagement Day hosted by Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I)

Join the Department of the Navy’s Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I) for an Industry Engagement Day from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14th in room 25 on the upper deck of the San Diego Convention Center. Representatives from PEO C4I will meet with industry on a first-come, first-served basis. Stop by to chat and learn about the work of PEO C4I. No advance appointments necessary.

Transition Careers is hosting a Defense, Space, IT, Cyber and Intelligence hiring fair at NAVWAR HQ on February 12th. This fair is open to Active Duty, Guard/Reserve, Contractors, Veterans, and Experienced Professionals.

Additional details and registration information can be found here.

Women in AFCEA Appreciation Reception

Join Women in AFCEA for our annual Women’s Appreciation Event. All are invited to join Women in AFCEA for drinks and light refreshments while networking with senior leaders in the Sea Services information technology, C4 and cyber community. The event will conclude with the presentation of the AFCEA women’s appreciation awards. Open to all registered WEST attendees with conference badge. No additional advance registration is necessary.

Date, Time and Location:
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
4:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Keynote Area, Exhibit Hall D, San Diego Convention Center

Full details on the AFCEA Women’s Appreciation Event.

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San Diego Military Advisory Council (SDMAC) Breakfast

The San Diego Military Advisory Council is holding their signature monthly breakfast in conjunction with WEST 2024 on Thursday, February 15th . Separate registration is required. Advance tickets can be purchased online during WEST registration or directly from SDMAC.

Date, Time and Location:
Thursday, February 15, 2024
7:00 AM
Keynote Area, Exhibit Hall D, San Diego Convention Center