ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY

Speaking to more than 160 mid-grade NCOs and officers, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George called on the young leaders to help him solve some of the biggest challenges facing the force today.

The specially selected group of soldiers gets this unique opportunity through a Leader Solarium hosted by George at the Association of the U.S. Army’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C.

The Association of the U.S. Army is needed now more than ever, as the Army and the nation face “very difficult times,” AUSA President and CEO retired Gen. Bob Brown said Oct. 8.

The linchpin in AUSA’s support for the Army—including the active Army, Army National Guard and Army Reserve—is its 122 chapters around the world that foster relationships in their communities, Brown said. “When I talk to [Army Secretary Christine Wormuth] and other senior leaders about how AUSA can help, they tell me that connection is key,” he said.

The first day of the largest annual land warfare exposition in North America features a keynote address by Army Secretary Christine Wormuth, the unveiling of the winners of the Army’s Best Squad Competition, and much more.

The Association of the U.S. Army’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition is being held for the 20th time at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The three-day in-person event will take place Oct. 9–11 and feature more than 750 exhibits in five halls on both levels of the convention center.

Inspiration for a new logo for the Association of the U.S. Army, set to be revealed Oct. 9, came from a band of storied U.S. Army Rangers on D-Day.

On June 6, 1944, as U.S. and Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, the Rangers scaled the steep cliffs of Pointe du Hoc. Located 4 miles west of Omaha Beach, the Germans had built a fortified position for a coastal battery of six 155-mm howitzers. It was one of the most dangerous elements in the German coastal defenses in the area, according to the Army.

The Association of the U.S. Army will hold its 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition Oct. 9–11 even if there is a government shutdown.

“We believe AUSA’s core mission of supporting America’s Army is too important to risk,” said retired Gen. Bob Brown, AUSA president and CEO. “This is critical for Army transformation. We cannot lose momentum.”

The Association of the U.S. Army has launched a new mobile app in conjunction with its 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition.

This year’s event is Oct. 9–11 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. With a theme of “Be All You Can Be,” the meeting will highlight how the Army is innovating, adapting and transforming for 2030 and beyond.

With a theme of “Be All You Can Be,” the Association of the U.S. Army’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition will highlight how the Army is innovating and adapting to operate in an evolving and complex world.

From recruiting, retention and talent management, to training and equipping the force for a multidomain fight, the Army is focused on transforming for 2030 and beyond.

The Association of the U.S. Army has announced the recipients of its 2023 National Awards, which honor individuals for their selfless service and dedication to the Army and its soldiers.

Registration is now open for the Association of the U.S. Army’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition.

The in-person event will take place Oct. 9–11 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Attendees also can register for housing, which opened in June.

During the annual meeting, professional development forums and addresses by top military leaders will focus on the continued transformation of the Army and its efforts to attract and retain talent.