Events & Awards

RETHINK 2027

The MLC’s flagship summit returns June 27–30, 2027 — emerging technologies, operational strategies and leadership trends transforming modern manufacturing.

ALL EVENTS

Browse the full calendar of upcoming conferences, programs and member-exclusive experiences.

MASTER CLASS SERIES

Virtual executive learning sessions — webinars, Tech Talks and Rethink Deep Dives.

PLANT TOURS

Exclusive behind-the-scenes visits to advanced
manufacturing facilities and smart factories.

LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Recognizing operational and leadership excellence on the transformation journey to digital manufacturing.

2026 FINALISTS & WINNERS

See the companies and leaders honored in this year’s competition.

START YOUR NOMINATION

About the MLC

ABOUT THE MLC

Chart the Right Course for your Business in the Era of Manufacturing 4.0

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Senior manufacturing executives and industry experts guiding the direction of the council.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

The team dedicated to helping manufacturing leaders accelerate innovation and progress toward Manufacturing 4.0.

NEWSROOM

Events & Awards

RETHINK 2027

The MLC’s flagship summit returns June 27–30, 2027 — emerging technologies, operational strategies and leadership trends transforming modern manufacturing.

ALL EVENTS

Browse the full calendar of upcoming conferences, programs and member-exclusive experiences.

MASTER CLASS SERIES

Virtual executive learning sessions — webinars, Tech Talks and Rethink Deep Dives.

PLANT TOURS

Exclusive behind-the-scenes visits to advanced
manufacturing facilities and smart factories.

LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Recognizing operational and leadership excellence on the transformation journey to digital manufacturing.

2026 FINALISTS & WINNERS

See the companies and leaders honored in this year’s competition.

START YOUR NOMINATION

Welcome New Members of the MLC December 2024

Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council

Penelope Brown December 1, 2024

Kyle Bender

EVP
Falcon Plastics

www.falconplastics.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-bender-84138ab7/

Bob Border

Chief Digital and Information Officer
Ingredion

www.ingredion.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-border-338493/

Evan Doepker

President and CEO
Doepker Industries Limited

https://www.doepker.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-doepker-9b089723/

Rodolfo Luzardo

Principal
ZS

www.zs.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodolfoluzardo/

Rick Organ

President and CEO
Hynes Industries

https://www.hynesindustries.com/

https://www.hynesindustries.com/about/leadership

Jon Singer

President/COO
AirLife

https://myairlife.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-singer-5b6a492/

Colin Speakman

Digital Transformation Leader
Kalypso, a Rockwell Automation Business

https://kalypso.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinspeakman/