13 - 17 April 2025
Orlando, Florida, US

Networking and community events

Gather in person to connect with your colleagues and learn more about your community

Connect with colleagues

Interactive sessions give you the opportunity to network, learn, and discuss your work with optics and photonics professionals from around the world. Advance your network with purpose and build your community.

Attendees of SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing networking with colleagues
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14 April 2025 • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT | Sun Ballroom A, Ballroom Level 
SPIE Fellow and Senior Member attendees are invited to this engaging networking lunch. This luncheon is for any attendees who have been named a Fellow or Senior Member of SPIE.
14 April 2025 • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM EDT | Coquina Lawn 
Join your colleagues for food and beverages as we welcome each other to SPIE Defense and Commercial Sensing 2025.
15 April 2025 • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT | NEW LOCATION- Escambia Terrace 
Join us to socialize and network with other LGBTQ+ attendees and allies. Everyone is welcome.
16 April 2025 • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT | Castillo de San Marcos Fort, Atrium Level 
Join us for an informal network social elevating and celebrating the women in our field. Everyone is welcome.
17 April 2025 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT | Exhibition Hall 
Join us for a fun end to the week at the Thursday Social on the exhibition floor.