Theme: “Manufacturing Excellence: Innovate Locally, Succeed Globally”

Co-Sponsors: ASM International; International Council on Systems Engineering; MAGNET; Metropolitan Cleveland Consortium for STEM, Cleveland Hub; The Ohio Manufacturers' Association; Precision Metalforming Association, Cleveland District; PTC Users Group, Cleveland and Columbus Chapters; Society of Manufacturing Engineers, NEO #220; WIRE-NET

In today’s economy, it’s wise to learn from companies that are not just surviving - but thriving. Northeast Ohio manufacturing faces many challenges in today’s increasingly global market and uncertain economic climate, but there are lessons to be learned from innovation and the streamlining of processes that have helped other companies develop new markets, new talent and new technology. This year’s conference will bring together the manufacturing and engineering communities to provide timely and useful information to a vital industry in our region. This is a unique opportunity to network and share information with your industry colleagues and partners.

Attendees earn 6 Continuing Professional Development hours!

- Opening Keynote Speaker: Peter Buca, Vice President of Innovation and Technology, Fluid Connectors Group, Parker Hannifin
- Lunch Keynote Speaker: Rose Lee, President, Saint-Gobain Crystals
- Closing Keynote Speaker: James Heppelman, President and COO, PTC
- NEW Demo stage featuring Northeast Ohio manufacturers
- Dynamic breakout sessions and speakers: Product Development, Talent Development, Innovation and New Technology, and Operational Excellence

Sponsorship opportunities and exhibit booths available.

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