National Guard Association of Puerto Rico Kicks Off the "Road to San Juan 2028" at NGAUS 2026 in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — June 25, 2026 — The National Guard Association of Puerto Rico (NGAPR) is proud to announce its official presence at the 148th NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition in Indianapolis, Indiana. Exhibiting at Booth 836 the NGAPR Host Committee is officially kicking off the countdown to the historic 150th NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition, which will be hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 2028.
The NGAPR booth in Indianapolis serves as the premier destination for National Guard leaders, industry partners, and attendees to get an exclusive first look at the 2028 milestone event.
"We are incredibly honored to host the historic 150th anniversary of this vital conference in Puerto Rico," said CW3 Emmanuel Medina, President of NGAPR and NGAUS 2028 Conference Chairman. "Puerto Rico offers something truly unique; a vibrant piece of the Caribbean that is a proud part of our National Guard family. Our island is a critical strategic hub for joint force readiness, disaster response resilience, and Caribbean defense operations, but it is also a place of deep history, unparalleled warmth, and rich culture. We are bringing the rhythm, spirit, and legendary hospitality of San Juan to the Indianapolis exhibit floor this year, and we cannot wait to welcome everyone to our shores in 2028."
Visitors to the NGAPR booth in Indianapolis will have the opportunity to:
- Learn about the state-of-the-art Puerto Rico Convention Center, proposed venues and the historic surroundings of Old San Juan.
- Industry partners can secure early-bird sponsorship packages for the highly anticipated 150th-anniversary event.
- Access exclusive NGAUS 2028 preview materials, including early insights into lodging, travel logistics, and local attractions.
The 2028 conference in San Juan is expected to draw thousands of National Guard members, retirees, spouses, and defense industry representatives. It will serve as a critical forum to discuss modernization, readiness, and the future of the National Guard force structure.
Attendees of the Indianapolis conference are encouraged to stop by Booth 836 inside the to meet the NGAPR host committee and begin planning their journey to the island.
For more information on the National Guard Association of Puerto Rico or the 2028 conference, please visit ngapr.org.
About the National Guard Association of Puerto Rico (NGAPR): The NGAPR is dedicated to supporting the men and women of the Puerto Rico National Guard. Through advocacy, community engagement, and professional development, the NGAPR ensures that Puerto Rico's Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen have the resources and leadership necessary to execute their dual mission of state emergency response and federal defense.
Media Contact:
Emmanuel Medina – NGAUS 2028 Chairman
National Guard Association of Puerto Rico (NGAPR)
787-244-6573
emmanuel.medinaflores@gmail.com
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