Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ

Identify and address new and emerging border challenges and opportunities through technology, partnership, and innovation
#BSE2026

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

During National Police Week, we honor the men and women in law enforcement who serve and protect our communities every day.

Their commitment, sacrifice, and dedication to public safety and national security do not go unnoticed. From local departments to federal agencies working along our borders, we recognize and thank those who continue to answer the call in support of the mission.

Thank you for your service.

#NationalPoliceWeek #LawEnforcement #BorderSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Border Security Expo 2026.

As the border security landscape continues to evolve, the partnerships, innovation, and operational insight shared throughout the week remain more important than ever.

Thank you for being part of the mission.

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

National Security Vetting in Immigration: Fraud Detection, Biometrics and Interagency Intelligence

This panel brings together senior experts to examine how federal agencies detect, prevent, and respond to immigration benefit fraud, identity manipulation, and national‑security risks.

📍 Phoenix | May 6th | 11:30am - 12:15pm
👉 https://t.co/QGKHK5QGLN

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Featured Session! OFO Major Projects

📍 Phoenix | May 6th | 11:00am - 11:30am
👉 https://t.co/L9Ozna8lTM

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

The Whova event app is your primary tool onsite for #BSE2026, including the agenda, exhibitor list, floor plan, networking, messaging, and real time updates.

Map Your Show is available as a reference for the expo floor and exhibitor directory, while Accordo supports exhibitor logistics behind the scenes.

Download the app and get ready to navigate the event.

📍 Phoenix | May 5–6, 2026
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BorderSecurity #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Modernizing in Motion: How CIOs Deliver Secure Technology at Scale

A candid discussion on the department's transition from fragmented, component-level IT to a unified, mission-ready enterprise. The conversation will examine how tectonic shifts in technology are fundamentally reshaping the delivery of law enforcement and homeland security solutions across all aspects of the digital border from investigations to prosecutions.

📍 Phoenix | May 6th | 11:30am - 12:15pm
👉 https://t.co/QGKHK5QGLN

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

UAS Missions and C-UAS Mitigation

This panel will convey the critical relationship of policy, technology, and the interagency coordination required to effectively deploy UAS for DHS missions and counter the growing threat from foreign unmanned aerial systems.

Moderated by Matthew Hudak

📍 Phoenix | May 6th | 11:30am - 12:15pm
👉 https://t.co/QGKHK5QGLN

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Trade: The Good, The Bad and The Fraudulent

This panel will address evolving trends in trade, including reconfigured supply chains, geopolitical landmines, changing tariff provisions, and all the methods companies are using to disguise, circumvent, or outright misrepresent their shipments.

Moderated by: Anna Hinojosa

📍 Phoenix | May 5th | 11:15am - 12:00pm
👉 https://t.co/QGKHK5QGLN

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Quantum Technologies in Border Security: Detection, Screening and Domain Awareness for CBP

Dr. Ed Mays brings the CBP perspective on how quantum sensing and detection technologies are reshaping domain awareness at the border. If your work touches detection, screening, or surveillance infrastructure this is the session for you.

Moderated by Patty Todaro Bolin

📍 Phoenix | May 5th | 3:00pm - 3:45pm
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3)

DHS is preparing for the next wave of funding under OB3 with a clear focus on mission ready capability.

This panel will look at how contractors can support DHS priorities across agencies, from scaling operations to integrating new technologies and modernizing systems.

📍 Phoenix | May 6th | 10:00am - 11:00am
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Understanding the Role of Technologies to Secure the Border

This session explores how technology is shaping border security operations today and where it is headed next.

Moderated by Patty Todaro Bolin, the discussion features Pedro Allende, Under Secretary for Science and Technology at DHS, offering perspective on innovation, capability, and how technology supports the mission in the field.

Phoenix | May 6th | 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Cartels Reclassified: Game-Changing Impacts of Foreign Terrorist Designation on U.S. Strategy and Operations

Join leaders from HSI, DEA, FBI, and DOW for a focused discussion on the real world impact of evolving counterterrorism authorities.

📍 Phoenix | May 5th | 3:00pm - 3:45pm
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

State of the Border - State & Local Perspectives

Frontline insight into border security operations at #BSE2026

This panel covers coordination, evolving threats, and what is needed to support the mission moving forward.

📍 Phoenix | May 5th | 3:00pm - 3:45pm
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BorderSecurity #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

DHS has cleared the path for Components to participate at BSE 2026.

Border Security Expo brings together those supporting and executing the border security mission across government and industry.

This is a mission critical event and it only happens once a year.

Check the agenda for updates. https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

State of the Border at #BSE2026

Frontline perspectives on narcotics trafficking, transnational crime, illegal immigration, and the evolving threat environment.

📍 Phoenix
🗓️ May 5 | 8:45–10:00 AM
👉 https://t.co/8uIAMM4WUk

#BorderSecurity #LawEnforcement #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Breakout Session
Cartels Reclassified: Game-Changing Impacts of Foreign Terrorist Designation on U.S. Strategy and Operations

Join leaders from HSI, DEA, FBI, and DOW for a rare, high-level discussion on the real-world impacts resulting from counterterrorism authorities now in play, including expanded material-support prosecutions, enhanced sanctions and financial disruptions, broader intelligence sharing frameworks, updated rules for interdiction and targeting, and the evolving role of military support in the fight.

Phoenix | Tuesday, May 5 | 3:00pm - 3:45pm
https://t.co/Ri2jS4Tr5X

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #LawEnforcement #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

NEW KEYNOTE ANNOUNCED!

(A) Attorney General Todd Blanche will deliver a Wednesday morning keynote at Border Security Expo.

The Department of Justice plays a critical role in combating fraud, disrupting cartel activity, and upholding the rule of law — priorities that will be front and center in Phoenix.

Join the leaders shaping what’s next.

Phoenix | May 6, 2026 | 8:30am
https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BorderSecurityExpo #BSE2026

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Executive Discussion with DEA Administrator Terrance C. Cole

Moderated by Mike Braun, this session features Terrance C. Cole, Administrator of the DEA, offering his perspective on the evolving threat environment.

📍 Phoenix | May 5, 2026 | 10:30am - 11:15am
👉 https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #LawEnforcement #HomelandSecurity

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

Free for those who serve the mission.

Border Security Expo 2026 brings together the people, technology, and conversations shaping border security operations today.

If you are in government, military, or law enforcement, your registration is complimentary.

📍 Phoenix | May 5–6, 2026
👉https://t.co/PE9EkwREFC

#BSE2026 #BorderSecurity #HomelandSecurity #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety

[Border Security Expo | May 5-6 | Phoenix, AZ @border_security]

See the latest tech shaping border security at #BSE2026

Over 50 new exhibitors are joining us this year, bringing new solutions and capabilities to the mission.

Secure your booth
https://t.co/8uIAMM4WUk

#BorderSecurity #GovTech #HomelandSecurity #GovCon