Global SOF Foundation – Advancing Special Operations

GLOBAL SOF FOUNDATION

OUR MISSION

The Global Special Operations Forces (SOF) Foundation (GSOF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that aims to build and grow an international network of military, government, commercial, and educational stakeholders in order to advance SOF capabilities and partnerships to confront global and networked threats.

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SOF Week Objectives

GSOF leverages SOF Week to achieve the following strategic objectives:

Public Advocacy: The platform highlights the strategic value of special operations to policymakers and the public, fostering necessary support for the community.

Network Engagement: The event fosters dialogue among global leaders and industry to maintain relevance, ensure interoperability, and act as a trusted bridge between sectors.

Corporate Value: GSOF delivers a return on investment for its corporate partners by facilitating meaningful stakeholder access, educational programming, and opportunities to showcase capabilities.

Strengthening International Partnerships: By exposing international partners to emerging defense technologies, the event helps modernize partner forces and strengthens collective readiness.

Financial Sustainability: As a primary revenue source, the exhibition funds GSOF’s core programs, staff, and year-round mission execution.

Statement from GSOF CEO Stu Bradin

“We are extremely excited to convene the community at SOF Week 2026. This convention for U.S. and International SOF will include a diverse slate of programs, to include professional development sessions, interactive discussions about the future of SOF, and an up-close view of some of the best tech available to our warfighters. GSOF looks forward to working with USSOCOM to make SOF Week 2026 an impactful event.”