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 sessions 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, May 31. 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 2024 agenda with more information coming soon!
Featured 2024 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 2024. 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 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 2024, please email [email protected]
Sessions marked with an asterisk (*) are available through the virtual event experience.
Sunday, June 2
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Early Registration Happy Hour
Monday, June 3
8:45 a.m. Registration Opens
8:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Breakfast and What’s Ahead for the Economy and Manufacturing?
- Gregory Daco, Chief Economist, Strategy and Transactions, Ernst & Young, LLP
As the first half of 2024 draws to a close, what do leading economic indicators suggest the economy will look like for the balance of the year and into 2025? This session will provide insights into expected growth, the inflation picture, changes in production and capacity utilization, construction spending, the workforce employment picture, and other factors shaping the global economic landscape for manufacturers.
This session will be followed by a panel discussion on the economic trends. Manufacturing company executives on the front lines will share their aspirations and concerns about the coming months.
Panelists:
- Gregory Daco, Chief Economist, Strategy and Transactions, Ernst & Young, LLP
- Dan Dwight, President and CEO, Cooley Group; Board of Governors, Chair, Manufacturing Leadership Council
- Bryan Van Itallie, President, Pratt Intermodal Chassis, LLC.
Moderator:
- David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Women’s M4.0 Networking Luncheon and Panel Discussion
Together We Grow: Developing a Thriving Manufacturing Culture for Women
When asked what they want the most from their employers and their career, women manufacturing professionals often cite the same things: opportunities for development; competitive pay; diverse leadership teams. While the percentage of women in manufacturing has grown, they still make up just 30% of the manufacturing workforce, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. How can women – and the manufacturers who employ them – create a business culture that supports growth and retention? Panelists at this luncheon will discuss the following topics:
- Professional sponsorship and mentorship: How to connect mentors/mentees; how companies can build formal sponsorship and mentorship programs
- Benefits and other resources: Flexible scheduling models, employee resource groups (ERGs), resources for caregivers
- Making connections: How to build a high-value professional network
Panelists:
- Wendy Bauer, Vice President and General Manager, Automotive & Manufacturing, Amazon Web Services
- Laura Harshberger, Global IT Director, PPG Industries
- Hiral Rao, Digital Manufacturing Edge/Cloud Leader, EY
- Nancy Estell Zoder, Vice President, Product Strategy, Oracle Corporation
Moderator: Penelope Brown, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Annual MLC Meeting | Council Day
Access is 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 4
7:15 a.m. Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibition
8:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions*
8:10 a.m. Opening Address: What’s Next?*
- David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
Over the past 20 years, the manufacturing industry has worked hard to understand and adopt the digital model of production, learning much along the way. But as new technologies emerge, the proverbial finish line continues to move, leading to new possibilities, aspirations, and opportunities as well as challenges. MLC’s founder will share his views on what manufacturing might look like by mid-century.
8:30 a.m. Keynote: Shining a Light on Business Model Innovation*
- Kiva Allgood, Head, Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
To truly reap the benefits of digitalization, manufacturers need to accelerate their thinking and action around business model innovation. Emphasis needs to be placed on how advanced technologies can help discover new products, service-based revenue opportunities, and new business operating models. This session will leverage examples from the World Economic Forum’s Lighthouse program of advanced digital plants to shine a light on how manufacturers can innovate for the future.
9:00 a.m. Case Study: 25 Years of Transformation—Triumphs and Pitfalls from a Manufacturing Digital Native*
- Robert Bodor, CEO and President, Protolabs, Winner of the 2022 ML Awards Small/Medium Enterprise Manufacturer of the Year
Protolabs began as a company aimed at filling a specific manufacturing need: injection molded parts really fast. As one of manufacturing’s original “digital natives,” that speed was a result of automation and digitizing a once-traditional process. Since those early days, the company has expanded its offerings and experienced significant growth. The ongoing digital transformation that followed over the next 25 years as a custom components manufacturer has provided a case study in digital evolution comprised of technology advancements, key acquisitions, difficult trade-offs, and even a few hard lessons learned along the way. Learn more about the company’s ongoing Manufacturing 4.0 journey that has driven its mission to serve customers on the forefront of innovation.
9:30 a.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
10:05 a.m. Case Study: Making the World a Better Home through M4.0: Building Unity Across a Varied Organization*
- Regan Gallo, Director of Operations, Coated Abrasives NA, Saint-Gobain North America
With more than 145 manufacturing locations across North America alone and several acquisitions in the past few years, Saint-Gobain faces steep challenges when it comes to deploying a unified digital strategy across the organization. With takeaways applicable to manufacturing companies of any size, learn about where the company has found success, where it needed to make pivots, and the progress it has made so far as it works to meet its mission – making the world a better home.
10:35 a.m. Case Study: How J&J Achieved Preeminence in the Lighthouse Program*
- Maria Araujo, Director, Fellow, Advanced Technology, Advanced Technology Center of Excellence, J&J Supply Chain Excellence, Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson holds the distinction of having more World Economic Forum-designated Lighthouse factories than any other company. A Lighthouse factory, says the WEF, “uniquely integrates new technologies, from artificial intelligence and robotics to cloud computing and big data.” Today, there are 153 Lighthouse factories worldwide; J&J has 10 of them (eight Lighthouses and two Sustainability Lighthouses). In this session, J&J will share how it achieved Lighthouse status, how its Lighthouse sites compare and contrast, and what lessons it has learned from the program.
11:05 a.m. Meet the Innovators: 1:1 Briefing Sessions, Networking Break
12:30 p.m. Networking Lunch featuring Topic Tables
1:35 p.m. Concurrent Interactive (Re)Think Tanks
Panel Discussion: Design Thinking for More Agile Supply Chains
Panel Discussion: Easing the Burden of Technical Debt
Case Study: Smart Manufacturing with Quantum Computing
Best Practices: Getting the Most from Industrial Networks and IIoT
Panel Discussion: Accelerated Transformation with AR and VR
Best Practices: Taking Maintenance Strategies from Reactive to Predictive
Case Study: 2024 ML Awards Finalist – Unlocking Great Factory Capacity at Northrop Grumman
2:40 p.m. Panel Discussion: The Journey to Digital Manufacturing: Past, Present, and Future*
As MLC reflects on the 20th anniversary of Rethink, two major questions need to be addressed. The first is: what has the industry accomplished so far in its journey to the digital model of manufacturing? And the second is: what does the industry still need to accomplish to truly realize the promise of digital? Four leading industry analysts will share their views on both questions.
Panelists:
- Andy Chatha, President and CEO, ARC Advisory Group
- Julie Fraser, Vice President of Research, Manufacturing and Operations, Tech-Clarity
- Jeffrey H. Hojlo, Research Vice President, Future of Industry Ecosystems, Innovation Strategies, and Energy Insights, IDC
- Allison Kuhn, Research Analyst, LNS Research
Moderator:
- David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
3:30 p.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
4:05 p.m. Executive Interview: Securing the Connected Manufacturing Floor in the age of Edge Computing and AI*
The manufacturing industry is a prime target of cyberattacks, creating the need for collaborative edge computing ecosystems and strategies that prioritize security and resilience. As the number of connected devices on the factory floor surges, the integration of next-gen networks and AI-driven innovations is empowering data-driven decision making, predictive analytics, and global advancements in robotics and machine learning. We are entering a transformative era in manufacturing – one which will bring immense business value but with increased need for security.
- Craig Sutton, Vice President, Industry 4.0, Eaton
- Jeff Taylor, Director, Technical Strategy and Innovation, AT&T Business
- Lee Wagner, Assistant Vice President, Connected Solutions, AT&T Business
In conversation with: Jeff Puma, Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
4:35 p.m. Case Study: Creating the Roadmap for Digital and Automated Operations*
- Matthew Herman, Director, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Whirlpool
To transform its factories, Whirlpool took a standard three-pronged approach including strategy, technical solutions, and change management. They leveraged data as the enabler and common language to truly supercharge the transformation. This session will examine the company’s initial and desired states; how data effected strategy, technology, and change management; and Whirlpool’s roadmap to scale these efforts to deliver tangible results.
5:05 p.m. Fireside Chat: Transforming the Future of Industrial Operations: Insights from Rockwell Automation’s 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing*
Join us to discuss Rockwell Automation’s 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report. According to the report, 95% of manufacturers are either using or evaluating smart manufacturing technology to accelerate their digital transformation, yet only 10% have successfully integrated these solutions at scale. Through increased use of smart manufacturing technology, 94% of manufacturers expect to hire more workers or repurpose existing workers to take on new roles. In this discussion, we’ll explore how technology investments are driving growth and resilience in industrial operations. Attendees will gain insights on implementing smart manufacturing technologies, balancing technology investments with organizational adoption, and achieving business success.
- Austin Locke, Principal, Data Science and IIoT, Kalypso, a Rockwell Automation business
- Steve Riordan, Global CPG Digital Services Lead, Kalypso, a Rockwell Automation business
In conversation with: David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
5:35 p.m. Cocktail Reception
Wednesday, June 5
7:15 a.m. Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibition
8:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions*
8:10 a.m. Executive Interview: Industry Megatrends for Effective Growth Strategies*
What do manufacturing executives need to know to plan for the most effective, reliable, and successful business future? Megatrends across industries such as automotive, healthcare, and industrial can serve as a guidepost for manufacturing leaders seeking new market opportunities and transformational change. Learn how fast-evolving changes across these complex industries are shaping how companies traditionally manufacture goods and approach go-to-market partnerships, while ensuring sustainable practices across the ecosystem.
- Becky Sidelinger, President, Reliability Solutions, Flex, Winner of the 2023 ML Awards Large Enterprise Manufacturer of the Year
In conversation with: Penelope Brown, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
8:40 a.m. Fireside Chat: Manufacturing Transformation -> Humans + Machine + AI: A Bold Vision for the Next Era*
Digital Innovation began at the core of Manufacturing 4.0 enterprises, but it now lives at the enterprise edge where work gets done. Additionally, we are in a productivity transformation era where machines and humans work collaboratively to redefine how work gets done. This session unpacks a future vision where connected workers harness the power of human-centered automation, augmentation and AI to revolutionize factories. Explore how these advancements are reshaping industry and learn firsthand how leaders are navigating this wave of change.
- Kirby Best, President and CEO, Bespoke Manufacturing Company
- Tom Bianculli, Chief Technology Officer, Zebra Technologies
In conversation with: Steven Moskowitz, Ph.D., Senior Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
9:10 a.m. Panel Discussion: Next-Generation Leaders*
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.
Panelists:
- Angela Accurso, Director of Workforce Programs, MxD
- Marlon Alberto Gonzalez Martinez, Storage Order Management Fulfillment Team Leader, IBM
- Megan McCarthy, Business Process Manager for Global Manufacturing Electrical, General Motors
- Jonathan Miller, Automation and OpEx Manager, Saint-Gobain Life Sciences
Moderator: Penelope Brown, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
9:40 a.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
10:15 a.m. Case Study: Hardwiring Innovation Processes from the World of Tech Into a 155-Year-Old Company*
- Craig Slavtcheff, Executive Vice President and Chief R&D and Innovation Officer, Campbell Soup Company
The pace and scope of innovation demanded in food by consumers continues to be high, driven by a range of macrotrends including food exploration and nostalgia, ag-tech, and sustainability. To keep pace, food companies have to innovate on how they innovate, focused on the three drivers of “speed to insight,” “speed to design,” and “speed to execution”. Campbell has looked to the world of tech, including machine learning and AI, as inspiration to transform its innovation processes, building on its 150+ year old history of inventing delicious, nutrition, safe, and affordable foods.
10:45 a.m. Executive Interview: Innovating Vehicle Autonomy for Attainable, User-Friendly Warehouse Automation*
The benefits of advanced automation in manufacturing range from cost reduction and productivity increases to improved worker safety and increased business agility. While many approaches to automation are accessible to most manufacturers, some have a prohibitively high barrier to entry in terms of cost, complexity, or technical difficulty. The use of autonomous vehicles is a paradigmatic example. In this session the Hyster Yale Group President and CEO will discuss their strategies for overcoming such barriers in an initiative that was part of their transition from selling products to providing end-to-end solutions.
- Rajiv K. Prasad, President and CEO, Hyster-Yale, Inc.
- Prasoon Saxena, President, Manufacturing and Commercial Industries, NTT DATA Americas
In conversation with: David R. Brousell, Founder, Vice President and Executive Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council
11:15 a.m. Case Study: How Woodward is Transforming Supplier Collaboration*
- Chris Platz, Global Head of Cost Engineering, Woodward, Inc.
Woodward, Inc., a $2.9 billion manufacturer of energy control solutions for industries from aerospace to transportation, embarked on a digital transformation initiative in 2021 to improve its costing and supplier collaboration capabilities. In the years since, Woodward has made substantial progress, including cutting supplier negotiation time by 90% in some cases. This session will describe how Woodward uses a pre-defined digital factory of supplier manufacturing capabilities to automate quoting. The session will also describe how Woodward is using cobots to augment its workforce.
11:45 a.m. Meet the Innovators: 1:1 Briefing Sessions, Networking Break
12:30 p.m. Networking Lunch featuring Topic Tables
1:35 p.m. Concurrent Interactive (Re)Think Tanks
Choose from one of the following interactive sessions.
Panel Discussion: Digital Leadership Academy – Skills for M4.0 Leaders
Best Practices: Increasing Visibility into Tier 2/3/4 Suppliers
Best Practices: Taking New and Legacy Systems into a Digital Future
Panel Discussion: Industrial Use Cases for GenAI
Panel Discussion: Lean Fundamentals for Digital Transformation
Case Study: 2024 ML Awards Finalist – Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
2:35 p.m. Networking and Refreshment Break
2:55 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:
Molex – Twinax Cable Production Operator Transformation, Digital Network Connectivity Project Category
- Shreyas Avanna, Data Scientist, Molex
Owens Corning – New Digitally Enabled Remote Support Strategy Drives Record Manufacturing Results, Operational Excellence Project Category
- Jerome Williams, Director of Stable Operations – Roofing, Owens Corning
The Wonderful Company – Farm to Shelf: Producing, Packing, and Delivering the Perfect Mandarin with IoT and Cloud Technologies, Digital Supply Chains Project Category
- Dhruba Misra, Information Technology Manager, The Wonderful Company
4:00 p.m. Content for Rethink 2024 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.
For information on becoming and/or nominating a speaker, please contact [email protected]
2024 Speakers
Kiva Allgood
Robert Bodor
Regan Gallo
Rajiv K. Prasad
Kirby Best
Maria Araujo
Prasoon Saxena
Becky Sidelinger
Craig Sutton
Gregory Daco
Matthew Herman
Julie Fraser
Andy Chatha
Jeffrey H. Hojlo
Allison Kuhn
Tom Bianculli
Wendy Bauer
Dan Dwight
Laura Harshberger
Chris Platz
Craig Slavtcheff
Bryan Van Itallie
Hiral Rao
Jeff Taylor
Nancy Estell Zoder
Steve Riordan
Austin Locke
Angela Accurso
Marlon Alberto Gonzalez Martinez
Megan McCarthy
Jonathan Miller
Lee Wagner
David R. Brousell
Penelope Brown
Jeff Puma
2024 ML Award Finalists – Lightning Round Presenters
Shreyas Avanna
Jerome Williams
Dhruba Misra
2024 (Re)Think Tank Facilitators
Dan Abramson
Andy Albrecht
Chad Back
John Barcus
Wendy Collins
Matt Dollard
Ivan Fernandez
Nick Haase
Rick Homman
Patricia Hume
Amy Julian
Randal Kenworthy
JJ Lechleiter
Brian Legan
Ken Robbins
Andrew Scheuermann
Pankaj Shah
Colin Speakman
Jeff Taylor
Michael Weller
Clay Wilker
Adrian Wood
Carmel Wynkoop
Event Venue
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
400 South Collier Boulevard
Marco Island, Florida, USA, 34145
Hotel Booking Information
Please find the two hotel options for you to book with discounted event rates below. With increased demand for this event, we recommend you book your hotel accommodations directly after completing registration.
Hilton Marco Island (Shuttle Service will be available Monday-Wednesday for Rethink and the Awards Gala)
- Discounted room rate: $369 + resort fee & tax (appears as $404 on the reservation page, as it includes the required $35 resort fee)
- Reservation Cutoff: Monday, May 6, 2024 (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) 394-5000 and reference the National Association of Manufacturers or Rethink and ML Awards Gala.
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort: ROOM BLOCK is SOLD OUT for most of the nights, please book at the Hilton
- Discounted room rate: $276 + tax
- Reservation Cutoff: Friday, May 10, 2024 (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 National Association of Manufacturers or Manufacturing Leadership Council Summit.
Airports
Southwest Florida International Airport (50 miles)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (120 miles)
Transportation to/From Marco Island
We’ve partnered with a local car service, Naples Transportation & Tours, to provide ground transportation to and from the airport and the JW Marriott Marco Island or the Hilton Marco Island. Ride shares and taxis are available at the airport to go to Marco Island, but due to location and number of people traveling off the island post-event, they are harder to secure on Marco Island.
Please feel free to call direct, (239) 262-3006 or Click here to secure airport transportation.
At a minimum, we highly recommend preparing your return trip to the airport to ensure an on-time arrival for your flight.
Secure Your 2024 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 six (6) 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, 6/4 and Wednesday, 6/5, 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 May 24, 2024 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 2024 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.
- Non-members: $595
- Guest passes:
- Personal guest (spouse, partner, family member, etc.): $195
- Additional colleague (not already registered for Rethink): $595
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 through 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. Be sure to provide the below Business Group # to receive the discounted price and have your tuxedo delivered to the JW Marriott.
OR - Calling 1-866-211-0831 with your measurements and tuxedo selection. Be sure to provide the below Business Group # to receive the discounted price and have your tuxedo delivered to the JW Marriott.
Be sure to mention that you are a part of the Business Group #12872471 to receive our discounted group rate and have your tuxedo delivered to the JW Marriott Marco Island!
Important Notes on Tuxedo Rental
- All tuxedos ordered through our group will be delivered directly to the JW Marriott Marco Island for pick-up during the event. Tuxedos will be made available to pick up at event registration after 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 2.
- Do not fear if your rental confirmation alerts you that your tuxedo will be sent to the Men’s Wearhouse Naples Store. This is where all tuxedos are being delivered before they bring them to our event at the JW Marriott Marco Island.
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.
