Second Front Hosting Offset Symposium 2025 to Unite Builders Securing the Free World

Annual symposium taking place May 15 at the Mellon Auditorium, Washington, D.C.

WILMINGTON, Del., May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Second Front Systems (2F), a public-benefit software company focused on facilitating the delivery of mission-critical software solutions, will host its flagship Offset Symposium on May 15 at the historic Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C.

This year's symposium theme is Powering Software for the Free World. It brings together a cross-section of leaders shaping the future of defense and national resilience, spanning government, venture capital, dual-use startups, and the broader technology ecosystem. The event will explore how software is a strategic weapon in securing the free world against digital authoritarianism, disinformation, and emerging threats.

"We need more than technology—we need the community, conviction, and capability to deploy it where it matters most," said Tyler Sweatt, CEO of Second Front. "Offset is where those building for impact connect with those driving change on the ground. It's a catalyst for aligning urgency with execution."

Featured Speakers Include:

• Senator Markwayne Mullin – A member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senator Mullin brings a pragmatic, policy-forward voice to defense innovation, informed by his background as a business owner and legislator.
• Congressman Pat Ryan – As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Ryan brings a distinct perspective, having previously served two combat tours in Iraq, earning two bronze stars.
• Jennifer McArdle, Ph.D. – As Director of Helsing Inc. and Adjunct Senior Fellow at CNAS, McArdle specializes in defense innovation, AI, and emerging technologies.
• Justin Fanelli – As Chief Technology Officer of the U.S. Navy, Fanelli is leading efforts to modernize IT and drive agile software delivery across Naval operations.
• Bill Pessin – Head of National Security at Salesforce, Pessin has spent over three decades advancing enterprise technology adoption across defense, intelligence, and aerospace sectors.

With a curated lineup of senior government leaders and trailblazers from the private sector, Offset Symposium offers a rare forum for emerging tech companies to engage directly with decision-makers shaping the future of defense innovation. To explore the full agenda and secure your spot, visit secondfront.com/offset25.

About Second Front Systems

Second Front Systems (2F) securely fast-tracks government access to software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications to help build a safer tomorrow. The 2F Suite is the only fully integrated platform that empowers you to build, secure, extend, and observe your software, and get it accredited for deployment in regulated environments with ease. With roots in U.S. Government service, this public-benefit, venture-backed software company is trusted by Government agencies and leading software providers, to empower them to succeed in their contributions to global security. For more information, visit https://secondfront.com/.

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