Virtual Registration is Now Open!
Can’t make it to Marco Island? You can still participate in Rethink as a virtual attendee. Virtual registration includes:
- All 16 main stage session at Rethink: Accelerating Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
- PDF files of all approved presentations
- Recordings of approved sessions for two months after the event
Note: Virtual registration closes at 5:00 p.m. EDT on Friday, June 23. There will be no registration available during the event.
Rethink: Accelerating Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
No matter where you are on the digital manufacturing journey, Rethink is a must-attend event to learn aspirational best practices, discover real-world case studies, and network with other leaders who are guiding the way to Manufacturing 4.0.
Rethink examines today’s digital factory as it intersects with technology, organizations, and leadership. Come away with a better understanding of the smart factory and what’s needed to compete, succeed, and thrive in the connected future.
Please see our 2023 agenda with more information on Rethink 2023 is coming soon!
Featured 2023 Content
Engage and learn through keynotes, case studies, breakout sessions, 1-on-1 meetings, and networking events.
Enterprise-wide Digital Transformation
AI in the Factory
M4.0 Business Cultures
Creating Digital Roadmaps
Industrial Cybersecurity
Resilient Supply Chains
Next-Generation Leadership
What to Expect at Rethink: Knowledge. Insights. Experience. Opportunities.
- Get an inside look into the deployment of Manufacturing 4.0 technologies directly from your peers. No other event offers such in-depth information straight from the teams advancing their organizations.
- Gain insights on how to build a business case for investments in Manufacturing 4.0 technologies and services.
- Understand the most successful ROI models associated with investments in Manufacturing 4.0 tools.
- Hear use case studies from manufacturers that have successfully addressed challenges and opportunities with digital manufacturing.
- Enhance KPIs, Project Management initiatives and digital transformation projects with tactical insights from manufacturing leaders.
- Network with peers on manufacturing’s most critical initiatives driving value for the industry, such as, Smart Factories and Digital Production, Analytics and Data Mastery, Resilient Supply Networks, and a Sustainable Circular Economy.
- Learn about cutting-edge technologies, processes and solutions that can immediately impact your operations and shape a new-age workforce ready for modern manufacturing.
In-Person Networking
Need we say more? Spend several days building relationships and connecting with like-minded executives both in and out of the event sessions.
Timely and Relevant Content
Hear from industry experts with curated content throughout the event, including real-world case studies, panel discussions, research insights, executive interviews and more!
Real-Time Discussions on Challenges and Solutions
Participate in our personal 1-on-1 meetings to understand how different solutions can help you overcome your current business challenges.
Interaction and Collaboration in Interactive Sessions
Collaborate, engage, share and learn with your peers in our interactive Think Tank sessions. With a dozen topics to choose from, you are certain to walk away with new insights and ideas.
A Roadmap for Digital Evolution
No matter where you are in your digital transformation journey, Rethink will help you understand how technologies can accelerate your journey, provide real-world insights and access to the manufacturing organizations leading the way.
VIP Technology Tour
A Rethink exclusive! Hear the highlights from each of our event partners during the Rethink custom VIP tour. In two minutes or less, you’ll gain quick insights and know where you’d like to take the opportunity to understand more.
Topic-Driven Discussion Tables
Join small group table discussions during lunch to discuss specific industry topics around some of the biggest challenges facing manufacturers today.
Meet Manufacturing Leadership Award Finalists
Connect with some of the top Manufacturing Leadership Award project finalists and gain firsthand insights into their projects during our lightning round sessions and meet n’ greet tables.
Location. Location. Location.
Located along the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico on a white sand beach, the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort offers a luxurious setting and an experience like no other!
Connect. Engage. Advance.
With over 300+ top-level manufacturing executives and their teams, you’ll have access to real conversations, revealing real insights and providing real results.
The Event for Your Entire Team
Manufacturing 4.0 requires support from cross-functional teams within multiple divisions to integrate technologies, advance the adoption of M4.0 and keep your company ahead of the curve.
Rethink is designed to support all areas and provides content that covers technology, organization, culture, leadership, workforce and more.
This event is built for you and your team, including, but not limited to:
Divide and Conquer: A Team Approach
With multiple concurrent interactive sessions, more than two dozen live sessions, and access to content pre- and post-event, the best value will come from providing your team access to Rethink 2023. With multiple participants, you’ll be able to divide and conquer, allowing you to collaborate and bring new ideas, strategies and action items back to your company!
Please note that the agenda is continuously updated as information becomes available and is set to Eastern Time (EDT).
For questions on the agenda or if you’re interested in speaking at Rethink 2023, please email [email protected].
Sessions marked with a asterisk (*) are available through the virtual event experience.
Sunday, June 25
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Early Registration Happy Hour
Monday, June 26
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Key Economic Trends and Investment Priorities for Manufacturers
As the first half of 2023 draws to a close, what does the economic landscape for the manufacturing industry look like for the rest of the year and where should manufacturers focus their investment priorities? NAM Chief Economist Chad Moutray will provide insights on what the economic numbers suggest, followed by a panel discussion on why a focus on digital transformation, empowering front-line workers, and intelligent automation, including AI, will benefit manufacturers.
All Rethink attendees are welcome to join this session!
Panelists:
- Chad Moutray, Chief Economist, National Association of Manufacturers
- Francisco Valerio, Senior Director, Global Operations, Jabil
- Chip Yager, Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Zebra Technologies
- Andy Zosel, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Advanced Data Capture and Machine Vision, Zebra Technologies
Moderator:
- David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Annual MLC Meeting | Council Day
Access provided to ML Council Members Only.
Annual MLC Meeting | Council Day Agenda
5:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. VIP Exhibit Hall Tour
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Welcome Networking Reception
Tuesday, June 27
7:15 a.m. Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibition
8:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions *
- Erin Streeter, Executive Vice President, National Association of Manufacturers
8:15 a.m. Opening Address: The Promise and Peril of Accelerating Change *
- David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
The next phase of Manufacturing 4.0 promises a leap forward in the breadth and depth of digital transformation. But as technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, continue to advance and reshape notions of work and production, how much change are manufacturers willing and able to accept?
8:30 a.m. Keynote: Building Your Enterprise into a Digital Transformation Champion *
- Peter Kraemer, Chief Supply Chain Officer, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Winner of the 2022 ML Awards Large Manufacturer of the Year
How AB InBev, the largest brewer in the world, has been undergoing a Supply Chain transformation through its People, Processes, and Technology.
9:00 a.m. Case Study: Bringing Digital Transformation to Life at a Medium Manufacturer *
- Larry Megan, Head of Digital, Baldwin Richardson Foods
Baldwin Richardson Foods is a food products manufacturer headquartered in Upstate New York. Key to the company’s business strategy is profitably maximizing operating capacity to meet growing demand, with digital transformation seen as critical to that success. This session will focus on BRF’s playbook for driving a digital transformation in combination with building a strong IT foundation, how to appropriately resource those initiatives both internally and with external partners, and plans for developing the broader workforce to support the mission. Additionally, the discussion will examine similarities and differences in digital transformation at smaller manufacturers vs. larger enterprises, as well as policy suggestions to accelerate the digital transformation for SME’s.
9:30 a.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
10:10 a.m. Case Study: Leveraging Company Culture to Build an Engaged Workforce *
- Hannah Kain, President and CEO, ALOM Technologies Corporation, and Member, NAM Board of Directors, 2022 ML Award Winner
- Paul Vagadori, Head of People, ALOM Technologies Corporation
Recruiting, retention, and engagement are top concerns for manufacturers. Using a proactive approach, ALOM addressed these challenges with innovative solutions, leveraging its DOING program to achieve record hiring and growth. DOING stands for Development, Opportunity, INclusion, and Growth. With a strategic commitment to being an employer of choice and with a purpose-driven vision, ALOM’s long-term culture became the foundation for a competitive differentiator to build a higher performing team across multiple locations.
10:40 a.m. Fireside Chat: Manufacturing Transformation – Disrupt or Be Disrupted *
- Andy Zosel, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Advanced Data Capture and Machine Vision, Zebra Technologies
- Sath Rao, Head, Global Manufacturing Strategy, Zebra Technologies
In conversation with: David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
The workforce, supply chain and customer expectation challenges facing manufacturers today demand the embrace of new operating models – what got you here, won’t get you there. Connectivity, enhanced visibility and mobility are essential for rising to the challenge. Find out how Zebra is positioning Digital Factory, Digital Entropy and Decision Entrepreneurism to transform manufacturing.
11:10 a.m. Meet the Innovators: 1:1 Briefing Sessions, Networking Break
12:35 p.m. Networking Lunch featuring Topic Tables
1:40 p.m. Case Study: Albemarle Way of Digital Excellence *
- Patrick Thompson, Chief Information and Digital Transformation Officer, Albemarle Corporation
Albemarle’s comprehensive global digitization strategy was created through a powerful combination of IT and business transformation aligned with the company’s five Excellence Programs. Find out how this operating model delivered 400 percent growth and positioned Albemarle as the world’s leading energy storage and specialty chemical company.
2:20 p.m. Concurrent Interactive (Re)Think Tanks
Choose from one of the following interactive sessions.
Best Practices: Can You Put a Price on Your Data?
Case Study: A Practical Guide to AI Deployment
Best Practices: Creating a Safe and Secure Cyber Future
Panel Discussion: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Integrating OT and IT Teams
Case Study: Getting Connected: 5G and IIoT in Today’s Smart Factories
Best Practices: Getting the Most from MES/SCM/ERP Systems
3:20 p.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
4:00 p.m. Executive Interview: Creating Cross-functional Digital-Driven Manufacturing *
- Mike Lashbrook, Vice President Digital Solutions and Senior Vice President, M&A Connected Industry, JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company
In conversation with: Jeff Puma, Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
When challenges were handled in analog with pen, paper, and perhaps a Kaizen, team leaders and operators were involved in the decision-making. As digitalization and data have risen to prominence, decisions have been taken out of the operators’ hands and centralized with data gatekeepers in some organizations. At risk is the firsthand knowledge that operators and frontline leaders brought into the equation. In this session, we’ll discuss how to create a culture and process that decentralizes data-driven decision-making and what benefits this can bring to an organization.
4:30 p.m. Case Study: Data Strategy to Enhance Resiliency and Support Profitable Growth *
- Mark Danovsky, Vice President, Enterprise Supply Chain, Winnebago Industries
In 2016, Winnebago Industries found itself with low market share, low revenue, and just one brand in its product portfolio. As the company found itself needing to grow and diversify through acquisitions, this meant adding many new production facilities to the manufacturing footprint. This case study will examine how the company has integrated these new facilities in a way that creates “one source of truth” while allowing portfolio businesses to keep a level of autonomy and without needing an immediate conversion to a common ERP.
5:00 p.m. Capstone Keynote: Maximizing Impact by Integrating People, Products and Processes *
- Craig Melrose, Executive Vice President, Digital Transformation, PTC
In conversation with: Penelope Brown, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
People, products, and processes have continually improved since the dawn of the industrial age. But each has progressed at different rates and in different ways. Digital is an equalizer that promises to level up all three to similar levels and integrate them like never before while adding the benefit of more real time information, in context, with newer and deeper insights focused ONLY on what matters most while generating business impact.
5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception
Wednesday, June 28
7:15 a.m. Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibition
8:10 a.m. Welcome and Introductions
8:20 a.m. Fireside Chat: Is ChatGPT a Cause for Optimism or Concern? *
- Julie Shah, Professor, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, MIT, and Member, MLC Board of Governors
- Jai Sundararaman, Chief Transformation Officer, Intertape Polymer Group, and Member, MLC Board of Governors
In conversation with: David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
The emergence of generative AI tools such as Open AI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bart have spurred predictions that they could improve product ideation and design, material science, project management, customer service, and marketing in companies. They have also been controversial. The famed linguistics thinker Dr. Noam Chomsky has written, for example, that machine learning technologies such as ChatGPT “will degrade our science and debase our ethics by incorporating into our technology a fundamentally flawed conception of language and knowledge.” This session will explore the pros and cons of generative AI tools and what their implications may be for manufacturing.
8:50 a.m. Case Study: Sustainability in the Manufacturing 4.0 Era *
- Billy Bardin, Global Climate Transition Director, Dow Inc.
Today’s market and stakeholder demands require institutions to produce materials more sustainably, with demonstrated progress towards reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, lower water use, and improved ability to recycle products at the end-of-life. Dow has embarked on a “decarbonize and grow” strategy that will drive towards reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions by 15% between 2020-2030, while advancing on its path to carbon neutrality by 2050. This session will discuss the intersection of digital capabilities with its sustainability strategy. The reporting, tracking, and transacting of carbon emissions require improved data connectivity and transparency enabled by a digital thread through the value chain starting with suppliers and flowing through to the customer. Improved monitoring of assets and optimization of processes help to validate emissions data while enhancing operational performance.
9:20 a.m. Panel Discussion: Meet the Next-Generation Leaders *
Panelists:
- Amanda Ahrens, ESG Architect, Dow, Inc.
- Emily Ambrose, Regional EHS Manager, Saint-Gobain Life Sciences
- Shane Whitaker, Senior Application Engineer, Manufacturing Technology, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
Moderator: Penelope Brown, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
What’s on the minds of the next generation as they develop into the leaders of tomorrow? This panel discussion will examine the hopes, aspirations, and visions for the future from some of this year’s top finalists for the Next-Generation Leadership award.
9:50 a.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
10:30 a.m. Case Study: From Kotex to Kleenex – How Kimberly-Clark is Leveraging Digital Manufacturing *
- Jay Agarwal, Senior Director, Digital Strategy and Manufacturing 4.0, Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Kimberly-Clark products are sold in 175 countries and used by one in every four people, globally. This scale is enabled by a comprehensive manufacturing network that provides high quality, fast throughput and reliable delivery using digital tools. Learn how Kimberly-Clark’s digital transformation achieved impact at scale, and how the resulting digital foundation enabled the deployment of advanced controls and machine learning.
11:00 a.m. Executive Interview: Connecting Manufacturing to the Customer Experience *
- Bob Border, Chief Information and Digital Officer, Ingredion
- Prasoon Saxena, President, Manufacturing, NTT DATA
In conversation with: David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
Personalization is prevalent in consumer’s lives. Streaming services know what specific viewers like to watch. Car seats automatically adjust to a driver’s ideal position. Social media channels curate content based on a user’s interest. With such widespread experience personalization, end consumers increasingly expect equally robust experiences from manufacturers. Connecting customer experience expectations with core manufacturing is becoming critical in delivering market expectations. This session discusses Ingredion’s digital transformation focus from the CIO perspective including specific steps the organization is taking to strengthen customer ties and drive better customer experiences. A focus will also be put on the pattern of customer experience driving manufacturing needs across the board.
11:30 a.m. Meet the Innovators: 1:1 Briefing Sessions, Networking Break
12:15 p.m. Networking Lunch featuring Topic Tables
1:25 p.m. Concurrent Interactive (Re)Think Tanks
Choose from one of the following interactive sessions.
Panel Discussion: Creating a Resilient, Agile Supply Chain
Case Study: Ramping Up with Advanced Robotics
Best Practices: Creating Effective Machine Learning Models
Panel Discussion: Digital Leadership Academy: Skills for Manufacturing Leaders
Case Study: The Opportunity of Quantum Computing
Best Practices: Taking Legacy Systems into a Digital Future
2:25 p.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
2:45 p.m. Lightning Round: Meet the Manufacturing Leadership Award Finalists *
Get a deeper look at some of this year’s top projects from the Manufacturing Leadership Awards. Featuring presentations from:
Celanese – A Connected Digital Twin of the Future, Digital Connectivity Project Category
- Ibrahim Al-Syed, Director, Digital Manufacturing, Celanese
- Andrew Penton, Manufacturing IT Leader, Celanese
dsm-firmenich – Bio-Vitamin A: New Technology Deployment that Dramatically Improves Sustainability, Sustainability and the Circular Economy Project Category
- Steven Crump, Innovation Project Manager, DSM Nutritional Products, dsm-firmenich
Flex – Joint Risk Management: Shifting Supply Chain Risks from Unknown to Known, Digital Supply Chains Project Category
- Lupita Michel, Global Commodity Manger, Flex
- Prabhakar Thanikasalam, Senior Director, Advanced Analytics and Supply Chain Solutions, Flex
Starkey Hearing Technologies – A Fully Connected and Predictive Equipment Management System (EMS), Digital Connectivity Project Category
- Harry Wang, Regional Director of Operations, APAC, Starkey Hearing Technologies
- Susan You, Quality Manager, Starkey Hearing Technologies
3:45 p.m. Content for Rethink 2023 Concludes
Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala
6:00 p.m. Manufacturing Leadership Awards Cocktail Reception
7:30 p.m. Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala and Dinner
Our Insightful and Visionary Speakers
Our high-caliber speaker lineup will bring you the insight and inspiration you need for moving your business forward. We are currently confirming our 2023 speakers, and more speakers will be added to this website in the upcoming weeks.
For information on becoming and/or nominating a speaker, please contact [email protected].
2023 Speakers
Jay Agarwal
Patrick Thompson
Jai Sundararaman
Hannah Kain
Paul Vagadori
Bob Border
Amanda Ahrens
Shane Whitaker
Emily Ambrose
Peter Kraemer
Larry Megan
Julie Shah, Ph.D.
Andy Zosel
Mark Danovsky
Billy Bardin
Craig Melrose
Prasoon Saxena
Sath Rao
Chad Moutray
Francisco Valerio
Chip Yager
Erin Streeter
David R. Brousell
Penelope Brown
Jeff Puma
2023 ML Award Finalists – Lightning Round Presenters
Andrew Penton
Ibrahim Al-Syed
Steven Crump
Lupita Michel
Prabhakar Thanikasalam
Susan You
Harry Wang
2023 (Re)Think Tank Facilitators
Andy Albrecht
Sudhir Arni
John Barcus
Todd Boppell
Scott Dixon
Paul Griswold
Mario Guerendo
Diane Guganig
Howard Heppelmann
Patricia Henderson
Brian Legan
Randal Kenworthy
Alex Koszegi
Srinivas Kuppa
David Lin
David McGraw
Sachin Misra
Tony Rooney
Andrew Scheuermann
Shamlan Siddiqi
Mike Tomasco
Andre Wagner, Ph.D.
Matthew Wicks
Adrian Wood
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
400 South Collier Boulevard
Marco Island, Florida, USA, 34145
Hotel Information
With increased demand for this event, we recommend you book your hotel accommodations directly after completing registration.
Discounted room rate: $269 + tax
Reservation cutoff: Friday, June 2, 2023 (once the room block is filled, which may be before cut-off, availability and rate are not guaranteed)
To make your reservations online, please click here and continue to book your room.
To make your reservations by phone, call 1 (239) 394-2511 and reference The Manufacturing Leadership Council Summit and Gala.
*IMPORTANT UPDATE
Availability within our room block at the JW Marriott Marco Island is running low. Rooms within the event room block are currently SOLD OUT on the nights of Saturday, June 24, Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27.
If you are having an issue booking a hotel room on any of those nights, (1) please book your reservation including all other hotel nights needed and (2) reach out to [email protected] with the additional night you need to have added to be added to the waitlist. Waitlisted reservations are not guaranteed until adjusted confirmation email is received.
Please find other suggested hotels in the area below. Please note: we do not have a room rate at these locations
● Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa
To make reservations online, click here.
To make reservations by phone, call (239) 642-2103.
3-minute drive or 10-minute walk to the JW Marriott.
● Olde Marco Island Inn & Suites
To make reservations online, click here.
To make reservations by phone, call (239) 394-3131.
10-minute drive to the JW Marriott.
● Marco Island Lakeside Inn
To make reservations online, click here.
To make reservations by phone, call (800) 729-0216.
7-minute drive to the JW Marriott.
Airports
Southwest Florida International Airport (50 miles)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (120 miles)
Secure Your 2023 Sponsorship Now!
Build Relationships. Drive Opportunities. Deliver Results.
Sponsorship investments at Rethink provide you the opportunity to connect with top manufacturing executives and are proven to deliver results.
With multiple opportunities to educate buyers about your products and services, discuss challenges and solutions, showcase thought leadership, connect with attendees, build relationships, and generate opportunities with the executive audience, you are guaranteed to see results.
Partnering with NAM’s Manufacturing Leadership Council as a sponsor at Rethink, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Connect with hundreds of C-Suite Executives, Senior Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, Council Members, Manufacturing Leadership Award Winners, Industry Thought Leaders and more who are looking to drive digital transformation and charting the course for the future of manufacturing.
- Showcase your company’s products, services and thought leadership in a variety of sessions and within the networking hall.
- Educate the manufacturing community through your 1:1 meetings, networking sessions, VIP Tour and more.
- Build solid relationships and opportunities with key executives on-site.
- Customize your sponsorship to meet your strategic objectives and deliver a solid Return On Investment
At Rethink, it’s the RoR (Return on Relationships) that will drive your ROI.
If you have any questions on registration or would like more information, please contact [email protected].
Council Members
- Primary Seat Holder pass(es) included for Rethink and ML Awards Gala
Associate Members
- Rethink and optional ML Awards Gala Pass: $1,995
- Rethink Pass with 1-to-1 Meetings Package: $895
- Virtual Rethink Pass: Complimentary
NAM and Affiliate Members
- Rethink and optional ML Awards Gala Pass: $1,995
- Rethink Pass with 1-to-1 Meetings Package: $895
- Virtual Rethink Pass: Complimentary (with approval from MLC team)
2023 Manufacturing Leadership Award Finalists
- Rethink and Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala Pass: $2,395
- Rethink Pass with 1-to-1 Meetings Package: $895
- Individual award finalists and finalist projects receive two (2) complimentary passes to attend the ML Awards Gala.
Non-Members
- Rethink Pass: $2,895
- Rethink Pass with 1-to-1 Meetings Package: $895
- ML Awards Gala Pass: $595
- Virtual Rethink Pass: $195
Virtual registration
- Council Member companies: Complimentary
- NAM member companies: Qualified candidates will be admitted at no charge
- Non-member companies: $195 for individual pass
1-to-1 Meetings Package
By registering with the 1-to-1 Meetings Package, you are registering for participation in up to eight (8) 15-minute 1-to-1 meetings with leading and emerging sponsors of your choice to receive this discounted registration price*. These meetings are tailored to address your business challenges, gain valuable insights, and potentially find solutions. They take place during designated time periods in the agenda on Tuesday, 6/27 and Wednesday, 6/28, with no other sessions running concurrently, so you’re not missing out on any other content.
*Selections subject to availability. Limited to up to 3 team members to qualify for the discounted rate. A member of the Manufacturing Leadership Council | NAM team will reach out to you approximately 4-8 weeks prior to the event to make your selections and schedule your meetings. All meeting selections must be chosen by June 19, 2023 or the discount will no longer apply and the difference in price will be charged. For each unselected meeting pre-event or unattended meeting on-site, you will be charged.
What
The Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala is a celebration of world-class manufacturing. Join us to meet the industry’s most innovative and forward-thinking companies and their achievements in Manufacturing 4.0. This exciting black-tie event includes a cocktail reception, sit-down dinner, and recognition of the 2023 Manufacturing Leadership Awards finalists. Category winners, Manufacturing Leader of the Year, the Manufacturers of the Year and the Manufacturing in 2030 Award Winners will be announced on stage. Come join the party!
Who
The Manufacturing Leadership Awards recognize accomplishments and operational transformation in digital manufacturing, including high-performing projects and outstanding leaders. Finalists and winners are selected in nine project categories and two individual categories.
When
The gala kicks off with a 6:00 p.m. EDT cocktail reception with dinner at 7:30 p.m.
Registration
Gala admission is included in most Rethink registration packages; you simply need to confirm your attendance at the time of registration. Finalists receive two complimentary gala passes per finalist project. Other admission fees are listed below:
- Member of the MLC or NAM: Gala ticket included with Rethink registration – confirm attendance when registered for Rethink.
- Nonmembers: $595
- Guest passes:
- Personal guest (spouse, partner, family member, etc.): $195
- Additional colleague (not already registered for Rethink): $495
Gala Sponsorship
To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Lauren Bisset at [email protected].
Formalwear Rentals
We will be partnering with Men’s Wearhouse for tuxedo rentals. By renting though this partnership, you will receive a discounted rental rate and the tuxedo will be delivered directly to the JW Marriott Marco Island.
We have partnered with Men’s Wearhouse for tuxedo rentals. By mentioning our group number below, attendees will receive a discounted rental rate and have their tuxedo delivered directly to the JW Marriott Marco Island for the event.
You can secure your tuxedo rental by:
- Visiting any Men’s Wearhouse for an up-to-date fitting. Ensure your order is included in Business Group #12397540
OR - Calling 1-866-211-0831 with your measurements and tuxedo selection. Ensure your order is included in Business Group #12397540
If you or your guest would like to rent a formal gown for the evening, we recommend taking advantage of the formal apparel available on Rent the Runway.
Before Leaving Home
- Follow relevant guidance provided by the CDC (Center for Diseases Control).
- Adhere to government issued travel restrictions and guidance issued by the region you will be traveling to and the region you are traveling from.
- Stay at home if you feel sick and or if anyone in your household is sick.
On-site During the Event
- Adhere to guidance from local health authorities as implemented and shared by facility hosts.
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based sanitizer.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing.
- Respect the personal space of others.
- If you experience any cold or flu-like symptoms, please DO NOT attend sessions. Please let the MLC team know.
Post-event
- Agree to notify the MLC team at [email protected] if you test positive for COVID-19 up to 5 days after returning home for contact tracing purposes.
