What Happened
National Security Leaders and Executives Converge in Utah
The Zero Gravity Summit is set to bring thousands of national security, aerospace, and defense industry executives to Salt Lake City on October 28-29, 2026. The event, produced by Utah nonprofit 47G, will feature speakers such as JetZero CEO Tom O’Leary and Lockheed Martin executive Alexi Stershic, and will anchor the state’s inaugural Hard Tech Week. With an emphasis on commercialization, leadership, and strengthening the national security industrial base, the Summit is expected to attract up to 3,000 attendees and provide a platform for industry professionals to connect and shape future contacts, contracts, and investments, as reported by Utah Money Watch.