2026-27 Conferences and Speaker Events
The conferences at VMI are hosted and organized by the VMI Center for Leadership and Ethics‘ team of conference professionals, faculty, and staff. These events provide forums for discussions on issues of national, regional, and state importance, such as cybersecurity and the environment. Some conferences also provide co-curricular leader development and ethical training opportunities for VMI cadets.
Most of the conferences are open to the public and create strategic outreach between the Institute and leaders in academia, business, non-profits, government, military, and think tanks.
Annual Leadership & Ethics Conference
Begun in 2010, the VMI Leadership and Ethics Conference is a hallmark of the Center for Leadership and Ethics’ programming. You may self-subscribe to receive emails about the leadership conference on this landing page. You may unsubscribe at any time, and your information is private.
Next Conference: Oct. 26-27, 2026
Environment Virginia Symposium
Since its inception, the Environment Virginia Symposium has provided a level-playing field for all sectors of the Commonwealth to come together to share insights, best practices, research, and network for the betterment of the Commonwealth’s environment. To receive emails about the Environment Virginia Symposium, please self-subscribe. You may unsubscribe at any time, and your information is private.
Next Conference: Mar. 23-25, 2027
Commonwealth Cyber Fusion and Virginia Cup
By invitation, cyber programs from across the state’s higher education institutions come together for a capture-the-flag style cyber competition and job fair. Information, photos, and resources from past events are still available.
Next Conference: Feb. 26-27, 2027
* Note: Photos are from previous years’ conferences.