Dan Rhoades, Senior Advisor, 21st Century Partnership; Laura Mathis, Executive Director, Middle Georgia Regional Commission; and Bob Herrmann, Executive Director, Middle Georgia STEM Alliance, attend the ADC Summit and 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Community Leaders Attend Association of Defense Communitie (ADC) National Summit

Leaders from the 21st Century Partnership and the Middle Georgia Regional Commission recently attended the ADC National Summit in Washington, D.C., alongside more than 1,500 representatives from the Department of War, Congress, military installations, industry, and defense communities nationwide. The conference focused on strengthening military-community partnerships, advancing installation resilience, supporting service members and families, and shaping the future of America’s defense infrastructure and workforce.


Middle Georgia leaders showcased the region’s strong support for Robins Air Force Base, its expanding defense innovation ecosystem, and collaborative efforts driving mission readiness and economic growth. The summit provided valuable opportunities to engage directly with federal policymakers and national partners, reinforcing Middle Georgia’s position as a nationally recognized defense community.


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