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SparkForce Awards Gala
Join us Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Stonegate Banquet Center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people and companies shaping the future of manufacturing. Experience a night of connection and camaraderie with friends and colleagues, featuring a seated dinner, one-of-a-kind artwork in our live and silent auctions, and dancing to cap off the celebration.
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BRIDGE THE GAP: Working Across Generations in Manufacturing
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: Bridging the Gap Working Across Generations Slide Deck In today’s manufacturing workplaces, it’s common to see four or even five generations working together — from seasoned […]
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NextGen Manufacturing AI Summit – Downers Grove
Discover how AI is transforming the future of manufacturing at the NextGen Manufacturing AI Summit.
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CMMC Paused, Not Dead: Navigating the DoW’s Phase II Suspension
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: CMMC Paused, Not Dead: Navigating the DoW’s Phase II Suspension On July 13, the Department of War hit pause on CMMC Phase II — the third-party […]
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LOOKING TO 2027: Growth Trends Manufacturing Leaders Should Build Into Their Next 3 Year Plan
Explore the growth trends, emerging technologies, and value drivers manufacturers should be building into their 2027–2029 roadmap—using an 8 driver value framework—to maximize performance today and enterprise value tomorrow.
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BEYOND GENERIC AI: Building a “Brand Brain” to Power Manufacturing Growth
Discover how building a customized “Brand Brain”—grounded in your own customers, offerings, and value drivers—enables manufacturers to leverage AI in ways that support growth, improve execution, and drive measurable business value without becoming another shiny object.
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Manufacturing Forward. Real World Automation.
Attend Manufacturing Forward on July 29, 2026 to gain a clear path towards real world automation. Hosted by Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis (AMICSTL) and Greater St. Louis, Inc., this event is practical, peer-driven event specially designed for manufacturers.
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Cut Costs Fast with Smarter Compressed Air
This session takes a practical, educational look at one of the most common and costly inefficiencies in industrial facilities: compressed air systems.
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SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity Illinois is investing in manufacturers like you. The question is, are you taking full advantage of […]
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TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity Success Story: Transforming Operations through Trusted Digital Partnerships Manufacturing today faces major workforce challenges from the loss of legacy […]