Critical Infrastructure Modernization Conference

Join Us at CIM2025: Ohio’s Premier Event for Critical Infrastructure Modernization!

Are you ready to be part of the next big leap in infrastructure innovation? The Critical Infrastructure Modernization Conference (CIM2025) is your opportunity to engage with the brightest minds from industry, government, and the tech world. Set against the backdrop of the historic MAPS Air Museum, this one-day event will explore how UAS technology in reshaping critical infrastructure through AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, and last-mile delivery solutions.

When: May 22, 2025
Conference: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Evening Networking Event: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Where: MAPS Air Museum (Canton, Ohio) – Experience decades of aviation history while exploring cutting-edge technology.
Evening Venue: The Twisted Olive – Unwind with fellow attendees in a scenic, relaxed environment.

Why Attend?

The U.S. is poised to be at the forefront of UAS technology, and this year’s theme, “Getting to…Made in America!”, explores the incredible potential of American innovation. Join leaders from 16 critical infrastructure sectors as they discuss how UAS technology is driving modernization, improving safety, and creating new business opportunities.

At CIM2025, you’ll:

• Explore how AI/ML and predictive analytics are impacting the landscape.
• Learn from industry pioneers about freight integration and last-mile delivery using UAS.
• Network with key decision-makers and tech innovators in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Participate in live demonstrations showcasing UAS capabilities, including sensors, payloads, and simulators.

Tentative Conference Agenda:

09:00 – 09:30: Registration and Exhibits Open
09:30 – 09:45: Welcome & Opening Remarks
09:45 – 10:30: Keynote Presentation: The Future of U.S. Manufacturing in UAS
10:30 – 10:45: Networking & Exhibits
10:45 – 11:00: Spotlight: U.S. Manufacturing & Multi-Modal UAS Systems
11:00 – 13:00: Lunch, Networking, Exhibits, and Museum Tour
13:00 – 13:45: Panel: Investing in Tooling for the Drone Village
13:45 – 14:00: Networking & Exhibits
14:00 – 15:45: Live Demos: Sensors, Freight Integration, Simulators & More!
15:45 – 16:30: Data Processing in Near-Real Time: From Field to Decision
16:30 – 17:00: Closing Remarks & Educational Recognition for UAS Programs

Evening Event: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Relax and continue your conversations at The Twisted Olive, where industry leaders come together to forge partnerships that will shape the future of infrastructure.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Event:

• Access to cutting-edge U.S. technology, from industry experts.
• Demonstrations that give you hands-on exposure to next-gen UAS platforms, freight integration, and predictive analytics.
• Networking Opportunities with decision-makers from public, private, and NGO sectors, offering invaluable insights, collaborations and business opportunities.

Tickets go on sale soon!

Interested in being a Sponsor or Exhibitor? Reach out! Maximize your exposure to key industry professionals and showcase your solutions to a high-level audience. Contact us today to learn more about sponsor packages and exhibit opportunities!

Additional Information

Here’s a peek at last year’s event. We had over 200 participants from all 16 critical infrastructure sectors: CIM Forum

What are the Critical Infrastructure Sectors? Learn More

“There are 16 critical infrastructure sectors whose assets, systems, and networks, whether physical or virtual, are considered so vital to the United States that their incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, national public health or safety, or any combination thereof. Presidential Policy Directive 21 (PPD-21): Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience advances a national policy to strengthen and maintain secure, functioning, and resilient critical infrastructure.”