March 16-17, 2027
13th Annual
American Manufacturing Summit
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel - Chicago, IL
Past Speakers
Rebecca Teeters
SVP, Fluoromaterial Stewardship and President
3M
Suheb Haq
Chief Engineer, Hydrogen Power Manufacturing
General Motors
Chris Nielsen
EVP, Chief Supply Chain and Quality Officer
Toyota Motor North America
Denise Johnson
Group President
Caterpillar, Inc.
Ralf Finzel
EVP and Global Operations Officer
IFF
Daniel Seidel
Chief Operating Officer
HelloFresh
ABOUT THE American Manufacturing Summit
The American Manufacturing Summit is one of the leading manufacturing events globally, bringing together manufacturing leaders from across North America and around the world. Now in its 13th year, this two-day senior executive-level gathering is designed for leaders across manufacturing, operations, supply chain, engineering, plant management, and digital transformation to connect, share ideas, and explore the future of manufacturing.
Each year, the summit welcomes more than 600 attendees onsite, including over 60 expert speakers, 350 senior-level manufacturing executives, and hundreds of exhibitors and solution providers. The audience is made up of a strong mix of manufacturing and production leaders, engineering and technical operations professionals, executive leadership teams, operational excellence specialists, and digital transformation decision-makers.
From artificial intelligence and smart manufacturing to automation, operational excellence, supply chain modernization, and Industry 4.0, AMS provides a high-level environment for manufacturing leaders to discover innovative solutions, benchmark strategies, and build valuable business relationships with peers shaping the future of the industry.
Join the leaders driving the next generation of manufacturing innovation and be part of the conversations, technologies, and partnerships transforming this sector.
Key Themes
- Leveraging AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to eliminate inefficiencies and improve manufacturing performance
- Scaling Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement programs across complex operations
- Driving Overall Equipment Effectiveness through real-time visibility, performance intelligence, and operational discipline
- Connecting MES, ERP, IoT, and shop floor systems to accelerate data-driven decision-making
- Utilizing advanced planning, scheduling, and forecasting tools to improve production agility
- Applying digital twins, simulation, and predictive modeling to optimize workflows and reduce downtime
- Improving throughput, quality, and consistency through intelligent process control and automation
- Strengthening production responsiveness through integrated S&OP, demand planning, and inventory visibility
- Identifying bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and performance risks through predictive operational intelligence
- Building a culture of operational excellence through frontline engagement, accountability, and process ownership
- Modernizing manufacturing infrastructure to support smart factory transformation and future-ready operations
- Scaling automation, robotics, AGVs, and autonomous technologies across production and facility environments
- Designing flexible, scalable facilities that can adapt to shifting production, labor, and market demands
- Improving energy efficiency, utility performance, and sustainability through intelligent facility management
- Accelerating facility digitization with IoT, cloud platforms, sensors, and real-time monitoring systems
- Strengthening EHS, compliance, cybersecurity, and operational risk management across manufacturing sites
- Utilizing predictive maintenance and asset intelligence to improve equipment reliability and uptime
- Advancing Industry 4.0 facility modernization through connected infrastructure and digital operations platforms
- Integrating smart building, asset tracking, and facility visibility tools to improve control and performance
- Enhancing manufacturing resilience through capital planning, infrastructure investment, and scalable site strategies
- Building the manufacturing workforce of the future through upskilling, reskilling, and continuous learning
- Preparing employees to work effectively alongside AI, automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Developing next-generation manufacturing leaders through mentorship, succession planning, and leadership development
- Strengthening workforce engagement, retention, and employee experience across plant and enterprise teams
- Creating agile organizations capable of adapting to digital transformation, automation, and operational change
- Leveraging workforce analytics and skills intelligence to improve hiring, training, and labor deployment
- Empowering frontline teams with connected worker tools, digital instructions, and real-time operational visibility
- Building inclusive, collaborative cultures that support innovation, accountability, and operational excellence
- Implementing change management strategies that accelerate adoption of new technologies and processes
- Closing critical skills gaps through strategic workforce planning, cross-training, and scalable talent development
- Implementing AI, Agentic AI, and machine learning to transform manufacturing operations and decision-making
- Scaling smart factory initiatives through connected systems, intelligent automation, and real-time manufacturing intelligence
- Leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies to improve agility, productivity, resilience, and enterprise-wide visibility
- Advancing digital transformation from isolated pilots to scalable, enterprise-wide manufacturing deployment
- Utilizing digital twins, simulation, and virtual manufacturing environments to improve planning and execution
- Integrating cloud platforms, data ecosystems, and advanced analytics to enable predictive operations
- Accelerating innovation through connected manufacturing platforms and cross-functional digital ecosystems
- Advancing additive manufacturing, 3D printing, and next-generation production technologies
- Strengthening human-robot collaboration, machine vision, and intelligent automation strategies
- Building data-driven organizations that convert manufacturing information into faster, measurable action
- Improving plant performance through real-time operational visibility, KPI management, and faster decision-making
- Advancing predictive maintenance, reliability, and asset management strategies to reduce unplanned downtime
- Optimizing asset lifecycle management from capital planning and installation through maintenance and replacement
- Driving Overall Equipment Effectiveness through reliability-focused execution and plant-level operational excellence
- Strengthening maintenance leadership and workforce capability in increasingly automated production environments
- Leveraging AI, IoT, and predictive analytics to improve asset performance and maintenance execution
- Enhancing EHS performance through safer, smarter, and more sustainable plant operations
- Managing capital projects, facility upgrades, and infrastructure investments to support long-term growth
- Building resilient manufacturing sites through energy optimization, operational governance, and risk visibility
- Aligning plant leadership, production teams, and enterprise strategy around measurable performance outcomes
Additional Manufacturing topics
- Plant Performance Optimization
- Smart Factory Technology
- Smart Manufacturing
- Industry 4.0, Lean Automation
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness
- Automation & Robotics
- Inventory Management
- Workforce Training
- Change Management Solutions
- Lean Culture Implementation
- Manufacturing Process Management (MPM)
- Workforce Attraction Retention Training
- Six Sigma Consulting, Implementation & Training
- + more!
The American Manufacturing Summit Experience
- 300+ Senior-Level Executives
- 745+ Business Meetings Executed Onsite
- Hear Thought Provoking Case Studies
- Learn Key Implementable Ideas & Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Testimonials
I’m very pleased with this event. I learned about many best practices & found some unexpected opportunities with sponsors.
The summit was an incredible wealth of knowledge, both with expert speakers and vendors/sponsors who give ample ideas and insights to better your organization.
Exceeded my expectations! The organization and professionalism of the Generis team are a high benchmark. The speakers were great, and I can’t wait to get back to tell my team what I learned! Thank you.
A true manufacturing-focused event! As a US-based company, I was able to establish new contacts that have led to second follow-up appointments. The purpose and focus of my attendance were well met. The Generis Group worked hard to make this event effective and helped connect me with the vendors I had scheduled!
This is my second time attending this summit, and I am always so impressed with the content, relatability and forward-looking approach of the participants. Always a valuable experience.
I had a wonderful time and learned a great deal. Truly enjoyed the experience.
Engaging and informative. Solid content from practitioners and providers.</em
The event was well-structured, and I enjoyed the lineup of speakers. Excellent discussions and networking opportunities. It was great to connect with industry peers and share experiences. Overall, it was a fantastic event, and I look forward to future summits.
I’m very pleased with this event. I learned about many best practices & found some unexpected opportunities with sponsors.
Overall well organized and enjoyed the summit to get some new ideas and perspective on AI and workforce development specifically.
Good networking and opportunities to connect with vendors!
The summit was an incredible wealth of knowledge, both with expert speakers and vendors/sponsors who give ample ideas and insights to better your organization.
Become a Sponsor at the American Manufacturing Summit
The American Manufacturing Summit offers exclusive sponsorship opportunities for solution providers delivering innovative services that enhance manufacturing operations, optimize facilities, advance automation, strengthen workforce strategies, reduce costs, and mitigate risks in the manufacturing industry.
Our exclusive manufacturing conference in Chicago connects industry players with VPs, Directors, and Senior Executives who represent different areas in the industry. Maximize exposure and conversions through direct engagement with our customized packages, extensive networking opportunities, trademarked Marketing 365 initiative, and pre-arranged 1-to-1 meetings!
Marketing 365
Our trademarked Marketing 365 initiative allows you to extend your brand beyond the brick-and-mortar manufacturing conference to include content sharing, blog posts, social sharing, original content generation and more – all as part of your package!
PRE-QUALIFIED 1-2-1 MEETINGS
Our one-to-one meetings go beyond speed dating, providing you with the opportunity to pre-qualify potential meeting candidates at our manufacturing conference, and make adjustments to your meeting schedule before the on-site one-to-one meetings.
LIMITED EXHIBITION FLOOR
We limit the number of sponsors at our executive manufacturing event to ensure that quality interactions occur on the floor. We bring only the most relevant, capable and credible thought leaders to our manufacturing conference to meet with our delegates and speaker faculty.
executive attendees
Our manufacturing conference is invitation only. Registrations are only granted to delegates who meet our strict qualification and seniority standards.
speaking opportunities
Unlike other manufacturing events, speaking opportunities at the American Manufacturing Summit are tailored to your needs. We offer you direct access to a highly targeted audience of manufacturing leaders that make the decision on what their business will do next.
ONLINE DELEGATE CATALOG
Full access to specific and detailed business intelligence on each attending delegate, including a detailed profile and their key areas of focus/investment via our proprietary attendee database.
To ensure the exclusivity of our manufacturing conference, we have password protected our pages. Access is granted to qualified individuals and companies who meet the requirements for attendance at our executive manufacturing event.
To find out more about sponsorship opportunities and the range of services offered in our packages, please contact us and we will follow up with you shortly.
Speaker Interviews
Venue
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