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SUMMARY:2026 Global Aerospace Summit - O'Fallon
DESCRIPTION:Following a successful inaugural event that welcomed more than 230 attendees\, 140+ job seekers\, and organizations from more than 10 states and Canada\, the Global Aerospace Summit returns to O’Fallon\, Illinois on August 19–20\, 2026. Join aerospace manufacturers\, OEMs\, suppliers\, government leaders\, educators\, and workforce partners for two days of collaboration\, innovation\, supplier connections\, and workforce development. \n  \nWhy Attend \n\nConnect with aerospace OEMs and qualified suppliers\nParticipate in the IMEC Supplier Matchmaking Program\nHear directly from industry leaders including Boeing\, Gulfstream\, United Airlines\, Kalitta Air\, and more\nLearn about defense manufacturing\, CMMC readiness\, advanced manufacturing\, and sustainable aviation fuels\nNetwork with manufacturers\, government agencies\, educators\, and economic development leaders\nExperience exclusive networking events\, including high-speed laps at World Wide Technology Raceway\nExplore workforce development initiatives and attend the Aerospace Career Fair\n\n  \nIMEC Supplier Matchmaking \nGrow your business through curated one-on-one meetings with aerospace OEMs and prime contractors. \nParticipating buyers submit sourcing needs before the event\, allowing IMEC to match manufacturers with qualified business opportunities based on capabilities\, not chance networking. This exclusive program helps suppliers make meaningful connections that can lead to future contracts and partnerships. \n\nFeatured Topics \n\nThe Future of Aerospace Manufacturing\nBoeing’s MQ-25 and Defense Innovation\nSustainable Aviation Fuel\nCommercial Aviation & Air Cargo\nDefense Manufacturing & CMMC\nOEM\, MRO & Defense Supply Chains\nWorkforce Development\nSupplier Growth Opportunities\n\n  \nAdditional Information: \nIf you are coming from outside the area we have a hotel block set up at the adjoining Hampton Inn & Suites in O’Fallon. You can call the Hampton directly at 618-589-9006 to book or use this link: Leadership Council Global Aerospace Summit  \nAugust 19: \n\nSAFB Career Fair – 10:00am – 2:00pm at Regency Conference Center\nMorning Regional Aerospace Tours (times & location TBA)\nSummit Day 1 Kicks Off at Noon\nEvening Reception at World Wide Technology Raceway\n\nAugust 20: \n\nSummit Day 2 Kicks Off at 8:30am\nAfternoon matchmaking sessions that directly connect aerospace manufacturers with potential buyers
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/2026-global-aerospace-summit-ofallon/
LOCATION:The Regency Conference Center\, 400 Regency Park\, O'Fallon\, Illinois\, 62269
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events,Partner Events
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