18 September 2025
Washington, DC, US

Mark your calendar and plan to attend in September

Gather with critical decision makers 18 September 2025 in Washington, DC, for SPIE Photonics Industry Summit. This one-day forum focuses on the optics and photonics industry as an essential enabler of emerging technology. Hear from high-level US government agency and congressional speakers discussing major areas of government investment. If you’re looking for executive level information and networking opportunities that will contribute to the strategic growth of your business, plan to join other leaders at this exclusive event.

We look forward to you joining us.


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Congressional Reception


17 September 2025

Before the Summit, join us for the Wednesday Evening Congressional Reception on the Hill. Talk directly with your representatives, network and advocate on behalf of the photonics industry, and gain visibility on valuable topics related to the success of your business.

No additional registration needed. Allow time to get through security. Appetizers and refreshments will be served.

Tuesday Evening Congressional Reception

Announcing 2025 speakers


Kerri Dugan, NSF Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships

Kerri Dugan

NSF Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (United States)

Mark Clampin, Acting Deputy Associate Administrator in the Science Mission Directorate, NASA  (United States)

Mark Clampin

Acting Deputy Associate Administrator in the Science Mission Directorate, NASA (United States)

Kent Rochford, CEO, SPIE

Kent Rochford

CEO, SPIE (United States)

Photonics innovation enables new opportunities for industry

Now exceeding $400 billion, the core photonics market has grown at a CAGR of more than 7%, exceeding global GDP growth of ~4% over the same timeframe.
Read about this statistic and more in the SPIE Optics & Photonics 2025 Global Industry Report.

Show your leadership

Align your company brand with the only event that gathers business leaders, speakers from the U.S. Congress, and directors from government agencies in the city where decisions are made that impact the entire photonics industry.

Thank you to our early commitment sponsors for 2025


Thank you to our historical sponsors