Common Threads Huntsville: Cyber Threats and the Evolving National Security Landscape

May 14 to 15, 2025 Huntsville, AL

For the fifth year, INSA is bringing its Common Threads program to Huntsville, AL—a key national security hub. This year’s event, Cyber Threats and the Evolving National Security Landscape, takes place May 14-15 and focuses on cyber threats to operational technology and their impact on U.S. national security.  

Interested in event sponsorship? Contact Taylor Clifton at tclifton@eventpower.com.

Wednesday, May 14 | Jackson Center

3:00-5:00 pm Career Conversations
Looking for your next opportunity or seeking top talent in the Huntsville area? INSA and ClearanceJobs are holding an exclusive job fair that connects national security professionals with leading employers looking to fill critical roles. Get details and register now! 

5:00-7:30 pm Welcome Reception & Keynote
Join 125+ intelligence, defense, and national security professionals at our Welcome Reception featuring Ke
ynote remarks from Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director, Cyber Division, FBI. Connect with colleagues, enjoy great conversations, make new connections, and gain valuable industry insights.


Thursday, May 15 | Leidos

8:00-10:00 am Classified (Secret//NOFORN) Networking Breakfast and Panel
Join us for a classified panel discussion on the cyber threats facing operational technology and how collaboration across government, industry, and academia is critical to our national security. 

Panelists:

  • Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director, Cyber Division, FBI
  • Leo Lawson Jr., Division Chief, Cyberspace Operations, U.S. Army Materiel Command
  • Steven Rush, Director, Missile and Space Intelligence Center, DIA
  • Bob Scharmann, VP, Cyber Accelerator, Leidos
  • MG Barb Fast, USA (Ret.), President/CEO, BGF Enterprises LLC (moderator)

Don't miss this chance to expand your network and stay ahead of the curve in this growing intelligence and national security hub.

Thank you to our supporting partners!

INSA's 2025 Common Threads Huntsville, supporting partners


Event Contact

Toya Rich

trich@insaonline.org

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

  • Premier

    Sold!

    $17,500

    Non-Member Price

    • Ten registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • Opportunity to introduce panel at the classified event
    • Opportunity to introduce speaker(s) at the unclassified event
    • Company branded floor clings or equivalent at the event venue
    • Opportunity to distribute a piece of collateral to each attendee (seat drop)
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 

    Current Sponsors

  • Patriot (Classified)

    Exclusive

    $10,000

    Member Price

    $12,500

    Non-Member Price

    • Ten registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • Company logo presented on three (3) 22x28" signs displayed at the event
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 
  • Eagle (Unclassified)

    Exclusive

    $10,000

    Member Price

    $12,500

    Non-Member Price

    • Ten registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • Opportunity to introduce Mayor Battle
    • Company logo presented on three (3) 22x28" signs displayed at the event
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 
  • Registration

    Sold!

    $7,000

    Member Price

    $9,000

    Non-Member Price

    • Eight registrations for both events (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion)
    • Company logo placement on registration pages and confirmation messages 
    • Dedicated company branded signage at registration 
    • Company branded floor clings or equivalent at event venue 
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 

    Current Sponsors

  • Welcome Reception (Unclassified)

    Exclusive

    $6,000

    Member Price

    $8,000

    Non-Member Price

    • Six registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • Dedicated company branded signage in Welcome Reception 
    • Dedicated company branded cocktail napkins at the reception
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 
  • Lanyard Sponsorship

    Exclusive

    $6,000

    Member Price

    $8,000

    Non-Member Price

    • Eight registrations for both events (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion)
    • Company logo placement on Lanyards for both events 
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap
  • Dessert Reception (Unclassified)

    Exclusive

    $5,000

    Member Price

    $7,000

    Non-Member Price

    • Six registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion)
    • Dedicated company branded signage in Dessert Reception
    • Dedicated company branded cocktail napkins at the reception
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap
  • Breakfast

    Sold!

    $5,500

    Member Price

    $7,500

    Non-Member Price

    • Five registrations for both events (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion)
    • Dedicated company branded signage at breakfast 
    • Dedicated company branded cocktail napkins at breakfast 
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, and email promotions 

    Current Sponsors

  • Digital Recap (Unclassified)

    Exclusive

    $5,000

    Member Price

    $7,000

    Non-Member Price

    • Four Registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • Company logo included in post event recap (unclassified portion only) 
    • Company logo included in post-event survey to all attendees including opportunity to provide 50-word message about sponsor company
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 
  • Community Champion

    Unlimited

    $2,500

    Member Price

    • Three registrations for each event (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion) 
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, and email promotions 
  • IC Innovator - Small Business

    Unlimited

    $1,500

    Member Price

    Must be an INSA Small Business member in good standing
    • Three registrations for both events (registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance for classified portion)
    • On-stage acknowledgement at beginning and end of program 
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap 

    Current Sponsors

  • Host

    Sold!

    • 10 registrations for both events (*all registrants must have Secret//NOFORN clearance)
    • On-stage acknowledgment at beginning and end of program
    • Opportunity to have one staff member profiled in the #yourIC section of INSA website and spotlighted on social media  
    • Company logo placement on marketing materials, signage, website, email promotions, and event recap

    Current Sponsors