Webinar Recordings
MAXIMIZING COMPANY VALUE: 8 Drivers Every Manufacturer Should Assess
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: MAXIMIZING COMPANY VALUE: 8 Drivers Every Manufacturer Should Assess Assessment: Free Value Growth Diagnostic Most Illinois manufacturers are working hard on growth—but not all growth creates […]
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MAXIMIZING COMPANY VALUE: 8 Drivers Every Manufacturer Should Assess
In this session, Next Play Marketing will unpack the 8 value drivers in the Next Play Value Multiplier™ and show Illinois manufacturers how assessing these drivers—across revenue, market authority, digital, sales, loyalty, scalability, and strategic assets—can turn everyday growth efforts into lasting company value.
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SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity
Join us for this webinar featuring Director Kristin Richards of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), who will share insight into the state’s strategy and commitment to supporting manufacturers through these initiatives.
Assessments Education & Training
Free Value Growth Diagnostic
By completing this short assessment, you’ll see how well your current marketing and sales investments are working across the 8 value drivers that matter most to growth and valuation, and where to focus next.
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Growing Manufacturing in 2026
Join manufacturing resource providers, tax professionals, and SBA lenders for a panel discussion about the new federal tax policies and SBA financial resources that are designed to turbocharge manufacturing in 2026.
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2026 GROWTH BLUEPRINT: Readiness, Realignment & Smart Marketing for Manufacturers
A high-level guide for manufacturers to spot growth barriers, align marketing and sales, and apply practical tech/AI strategies for success in 2026.
Blogs
Sustain Leadership Growth Through Follow-up Coaching
Effective leadership isn’t just taught; it’s cultivated through personalized coaching that turns training into lasting impact, strengthens teams, and drives sustainable growth.
Blogs
Leading with Presence: Coaching in Action at IMEC
Coaching at IMEC empowers manufacturing leaders and teams to move beyond technical expertise; cultivating self-awareness, trust, and alignment that drive lasting performance and organizational transformation.
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EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: Eastern Illinois Manufacturing Summit – Mattoon
This is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore innovative strategies, and discover new resources designed to strengthen our region’s manufacturing future.
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MIDWEST AEROSPACE CONFERENCE: The Future of Aerospace Manufacturing – Rockford
Mark your calendars for MAC2025 to collaborate, learn, and forge partnerships that will drive the aerospace industry to new heights.