DEFSEC Atlantic 2025

PRESENTED BY

HALIFAX CONVENTION CENTRE :: HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA :: SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 2, 2025

Organizing Team

DEFSEC Atlantic, presented by the Atlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association, is run by a professional event management team year-round with the support of local volunteers for the execution of the event. The team contributes talents in their respective areas of expertise and all members are focused on attendee satisfaction. Our team recognizes that many of our guests may be new to doing business in the Atlantic region and aim to provide an enjoyable and productive event that reflects the best of Atlantic Canada.

Our Year-Round Team

Colin Stephenson

Executive Director

Event Management, Booth & Sponsorship Sales, Presentations, Food & Beverage Services and Volunteers

John Benson

Deputy Director

Event Management, Billings, Web Platforms, Passes, Contracts, Suppliers and Technical Services

Tim Stephenson

Brand & Marketing Director

Social Media & Marketing Coordination and Media & Public Relations

Lauralee Benson

Registration Desk Manager

Registration Management and VIP List Management