Who is hosting the 13th Annual Symposium? 

The 14th Annual Warrior Symposium is co-hosted by America’s Warrior Partnership (AWP) and Hiring Our Heroes (HOH), a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.   

 

What is the purpose of the event? 

Since 2014, the Warrior Symposium has been an industry-leading event bringing together hundreds of veteran-serving professionals, community leaders, and corporate advocates to break down barriers and enhance community-based services by fostering collaboration.

 

When and where will the Symposium take place? 

The 14th Annual Warrior Symposium will be held on August 5-6, 2026, at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Great Hall, 1615 H St. NW, Washington, DC 20062. 

 

Who is the event organizer? 

AWP is the event organizer. Kaitlin Cashwell, Director of Development for AWP, can be reached via email at kcashwell@americaswarriorpartnership.org or by phone at 706-504-6672.   

 

What is the event website?

The current event agenda information can be found here: https://www.americaswarriorpartnership.org/symposium. 

 

Who will attend the event? 

We anticipate 200 in-person attendees representing a mix of representatives from the government, veteran-serving organizations/nonprofits, academic institutions, small businesses, and corporations.  Virtual attendance is available as well with limited viewing sessions.  To register click here:  https://www.americaswarriorpartnership.org/symposium. 

  

What is the ticket price for attendees?

Tickets are available here:

  

Is there a recommendation on hotel stay?

A list of hotels located near the Chamber are as follows:

• The Hamilton Hotel

1001 14th St, NW

• Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

806 15th St NW

• Courtyard Washington Convention Center

900 F Street, NW

• Grand Hyatt Washington

1000 H Street, NW

• The Hay-Adams Hotel

One Lafayette Square

16th & H Street, N.W.

• Hilton Garden Inn

815 14th St, NW

• J.W. Marriott Hotel

1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

• The Madison Hotel

1177 15th St, NW

• Marriott Metro Center

775 12th Street, NW

• Morrison-Clark Inn

1015 L St, NW

• The Westin Washington, DC Downtown

999 9th St, NW

• The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection

1127 Connecticut Avenue NW

• Residence Inn at DuPont Circle

2120 P Street, NW

• The St. Regis Hotel

923 16th Street N.W.

• Hotel Washington

515 15th St, NW

• The Willard Hotel

1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

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What is the dress code for the event? 

The dress code for all event activities is business casual.

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Is there parking at each of the venues? 

At the US Chamber of Commerce, there are four parking decks in the area: 

• Colonial Parking, 1622 I Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 

• SP+ Parking, 1627 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006 

• SP+ Parking, 1625 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006  

• SP+ Parking, 1750 H St NW, Washington, DC 20006 

 

What is the closest metro stop for the event locations? 

The US Chamber of Commerce is accessible through the Orange, Blue, and Silver lines at Farragut West Station.  

 

Are there sponsorship/vendor opportunities? 

Yes, please contact Kaitlin Cashwell, Director of Development for AWP, via email at kcashwell@americaswarriorpartnership.org or by phone at 706-504-6672.