On August 19-21, Capital Factory will host the annual 2025 Fed Supernova event in Austin bringing together startups, government, industry, and academia to accelerate dual-use technology that powers national security. This three-day event accelerates defense innovation by creating a unique, once-a-year opportunity for the entire ecosystem to converge with a shared mission. The Defense Innovation Community, or DODx, will be there in full force.
If you are a small business and would like to meet with one of our team members, register now for joint office hours on Tuesday, August 19 from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. See registration details below.
You can also drop in for one of our insightful discussions on our mini-stages. View the full Fed Supernova 2025 schedule here. Event registration is required. (Paid registration not required for office hours).
DoDx Sessions:
The joint defense innovation community welcomes attendees to afternoon programming on the Wolverine stage, 8th Floor. Sessions will be held on August 20 and August 21 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. CT.
Topics will focus on our teams, programs, solicitations, and partners who are focused on accelerating innovation. Details on panel topics and speakers will be finalized and announced in the coming weeks. View the current Fed Supernova agenda here.
Office Hours & One-on-One Connections
In addition to compelling talks and discussions we’re hosting specialized Joint Office Hours to create meaningful one-on-one interactions with experts, mentors, and peers. This is an open call to meet 1:1 with DOD defense innovation units on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 from 1 p.m. -5 p.m. at Capital Factory on the 8th floor.
Participating organizations include: AFWERX, Air Force Research Laboratory, SpaceWERX, DIU OnRamp Hubs, AAL, NavalX, Marines, the Small Business Association, USPTO, USSOCOM and DARPA.
Registration links for office hours will be posted on this page beginning on July 22. Registration will be open through July 29 or until filled.