Events
The US Center for Advanced Manufacturing is involved in events that ignite innovation and drive progress within the dynamic manufacturing industry.
Want to engage and collaborate on an upcoming event?
JANUARY
SUN
Technology Adoption in the US
January 14, 2024
MON
Accelerating Technology Adoption in the US
January 15, 2024
THURS
IoT & Cloud Manufacturing Upskilling and Reskilling the US Workforce
January 25, 2024
FEBRUARY
MON, TUES
February 12 - 13, 2024 @ 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM PST
Join us for an event focused on uniting diverse perspectives, elevating global discourse, exploring key 2024 themes, fostering dynamic engagement, promoting sustainable development, and inspiring actionable commitments.
Shaping the US Strategy
MARCH
FRI
March 21, 2024
Virtual How-To Session
Workforce save the date
SAT
Mar 23, 2024 | San Francisco
Digital adoption within the Supply Chain
Iot & Cloud Manufacturing
MAY
MON, TUES
May 13 - 14, 2024
This event aims to gather elected officials, policymakers, and academic leaders in a sophisticated forum to shape the future of manufacturing programs, featuring discussions on pivotal policies and research-driven insights from top academics
Policy & Academia
JUNE
TUE
June 11, 2024 | Boston
Artificial Intelligence
THURS
June 20, 2024
Virtual How-To Session
Workforce save the date
JULY
MON
Generative AI adoption within the workforce
July 15, 2024 | Seattle
AUGUST
TUES
August 13, 2024
AMIST Conference and Exhibition
AIMST is an industry leading conference focused on providing in-depth discussions and solutions for heads of manufacturing, technology manager, ICS, IT/OT, SCADA and cyber security professionals to accelerate their digital transformation and transform their operational and automation systems.
MON, TUES
August 28 - 29, 2024
Join our dynamic forum to showcase your innovations to a global community focused on accelerating manufacturing. This unique event fosters engagement with diverse forward-thinkers, encouraging collaboration and robust partnerships.
Proudly co-branded with the Forum.
Innovation at the Center
SEPTEMBER
MON
Sept 16 , 2024 | Virtual
Additive Manufacturing
THU
Sept 26 , 2024
Workforce save the date
OCTOBER
FRI
October 11, 2024 | Virtual
Cyber Security
MON, TUES
October 28 - 29, 2024 | Michigan State University
Next Gen Leadership
October 29, 2024
Workforce save the date
C-Suite Strategy Series:
Digital Transformation
Hosted by: Flex
The US Center hosted its third and last C-Suite Strategy series for 2023 in Texas in collaboration with Flex. Valuable insights and strategic perspectives were shared on Digital Transformation in the manufacturing industry, highlighting workforce, collaboration and leadership. The discussions underscored the pivotal role of innovation and collaboration in fostering competitiveness and growth of US manufacturing. A recap of key takeaways and from the event as well as next steps can be found here.
C-Suite Strategy Series:
Accelerating Progress in our Value Chains
Hosted by: GE Healthcare
The US Center hosted its second C-Suite Strategy Series event in Wisconsin, in collaboration with GE HealthCare. At the event, we discussed, and heard from our collective community of industry leaders, academics and government officials on the challenges and opportunities surrounding US manufacturing supply chains. A recap of key takeaways from our reception and discussion as well as next steps can be found here.
Hosted by: Schneider Electric
The US Center for Advanced Manufacturing is focused on leveraging the strength of small to medium size enterprise (SME) manufacturers across the US and designating best-in-class facilities that exemplify the transition into technology adoption. During this event, the community will discuss how to best understand how SMEs can leverage Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to transform their factories, influence value chains, and impact business models. Hosted by Schneider Electric, a recognized Global Lighthouse, they will share case studies and best practices from their Lexington, KY plant.
ATA Visit
New Business Models: Working Groups
Location: Purdue University
The US Center has established a dynamic working group dedicated to exploring disruptive innovations and new business models within the US manufacturing ecosystem. By bringing together key executives in manufacturing, technology and academia, we are creating a platform for meaningful discussions, fruitful collaboration and continuing the development of strategic next steps for the Center's Innovation Playbook.
Women at The Center Steering Committee
Hosted by: Steelcase
The US Center is hosting an exclusive, in-depth roundtable discussion to identify top themes for the upcoming 2024 US Center Women in Manufacturing Conference. This group will come together to identify: pressing topics / challenges facing women in manufacturing, opportunities through the lens of innovation, sustainability and inclusion, and best practices / success stories.
Learning Series: Voice of the Interviews
The US Center is actively engaging with manufacturers through this interview series by hearing worker stories and methods of adoption of fourth industrial revolution technologies. This series aims to gather current upskilling practices to compile strategies and solutions for the ongoing workforce challenges.
Location: Oakland University
The US Center is a part of the Global Network of Advanced Manufacturing Hubs. As an Advanced Manufacturing Hub (AMHUB), we engage regional production ecosystems from public and private sectors, academia, and civil society to collaborate and discussion topics on manufacturing issues facing the global and national ecosystem.
Cyber AMHUB
New Business Models: Executive Interviews
The US Center is actively interviewing C-suite executives in charge of their organization’s innovation strategies to gain further insight into how organizations are incorporating disruptive innovations and flourishing an innovative but strategic workplace.
New Business Models: Playbook Launch
The US Center is putting together a series of events around the US to launch the Innovation Playbook, engaging manufacturers on how to use the information provided from case studies, interviews, and current innovation challenges in manufacturing today spanning topics from workforce to additive manufacturing.
Apple Developer Academy
The Apple Developer Academy, in collaboration with the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing, hosted a groundbreaking event in Detroit, shedding light on the evolving workforce landscape in manufacturing. The event emphasized alternative education pathways, empowering individuals to embark on rewarding careers and contribute to the future of the industry.
C-Suite Strategy Series: Sustainability
Joining industry leaders, executives, and sustainability experts in San Francisco for the C Suite Strategy Series, dedicated to driving sustainable practices in manufacturing throughout the United States. This C-suite included a fireside chat with HP Chief Strategy Officer, Savi Baveja, highlighting the importance of sustainability and clear goals for the future. The event also included a panel on how sustainability is driving innovation in value chains as well as an interactive roundtable with the community.