Human Performance & Biosystems Summit

DSI’s 7th Annual Human Performance & Biosystems Summit is a premier event dedicated to advancing Warfighter readiness, health, and resilience through cutting-edge science, policy, and innovation.

Organized by the Defense Strategies Institute (DSI), this summit gathers top-tier experts from the Department of Defense, military research institutions, academia, and industry. The event will explore the technologies, strategies, and programs shaping human performance optimization for the modern Warfighter.

Themes Covered

The summit will provide insights into comprehensive strategies aimed at enhancing the physical, cognitive, and emotional performance of the Total Force. Core focus areas include:

• Implementing Total Force Fitness (TFF) to improve overall force readiness

• Driving innovation in Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) for multidomain operations

• Advancing Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF) for enhanced lethality and resilience

• Leveraging wearable biotech and data-driven decision making

• Strengthening human performance through nutrition, mental fitness, and social health

• Integrating health and performance policy across the DoD landscape

What’s On at the Human Performance & Biosystems Summit?

Attendees will benefit from a robust agenda featuring:

• Keynote presentations from high-level military and civilian leaders

• Interactive sessions and expert panels covering tactical and strategic priorities

• Case studies showcasing successful human performance initiatives

• Ample networking opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing

Human Performance & Biosystems Summit 2025 Speakers

Confirmed speakers include senior military leaders, research directors, and federal policy experts, such as:

• LTG David Francis, USA – Deputy Commanding General, TRADOC

• BGen Maura Hennigan, USMC – Commanding General, 2nd Marine Logistics Group

• Dr. Tim Hoyt, SES – Deputy Director for Force Resiliency, PUSD P&R

• Dr. Terry M. Rauch – Director of R&D for Health Readiness Policy and Oversight

• LTC Jason Barber, USA – H2F Program Director, 81st Readiness Division, US Army Reserve

• HON Rob Wilkins – National Fitness Foundation Ambassador Emeritus

• Dr. Jeff Leggit – Director, Consortium for Health & Military Performance

• MGySgt Daniel M. Jackson, USMC – Senior Enlisted Advisor, HQMC

• SMSgt Matthew V. London, USAF – Production Superintendent, AF Recruiting Service

• Dr. Jill Joyce – Co-Founder, OSU Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab

• Dr. Hayley J. Davison Reynolds – Human Health & Performance, MIT

• Dr. Elizabeth Van Winkle – Federal Government Executive, Oracle

Why Attend?

As the demands on Warfighters intensify across physical and digital domains, the imperative to support total well-being and sustained readiness is greater than ever. This summit provides a vital forum for military professionals, scientists, and policy makers to share best practices and explore future-ready strategies.

From wearable technologies to performance nutrition and holistic recovery, the event is tailored for anyone involved in supporting and optimizing the human element of national defense.

Where is the Human Performance & Biosystems Summit Taking Place?

The event is taking place at:
151 St George Blvd
Oxon Hill
MD
20745 

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