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Group Meeting Cadence: Third Thursday of the month
Co-Leaders: Dawn Gorey, SYSPRO USA; Jim Watson, CMTC
Facilitator: Dale Turner, CESMII
Support Lead: Michael Maziarz, CESMII
Admin Support: Tara Stewart, CESMII
Vision
To create a smart manufacturing environment for small and medium-sized manufacturers – and the ecosystem that serves them – that drives continuous improvement through the transfer of technology, knowledge sharing, and innovation.
Group Meeting Cadence: Third Thursday of the month
Co-Leaders: Dawn Gorey, SYSPRO USA; Jim Watson, CMTC
Facilitator: Dale Turner, CESMII
Support Lead: Michael Maziarz, CESMII
Admin Support: Tara Stewart, CESMII
September 22nd , 2026 – November 17th, 2026
Our events bring together industry experts and peers to share practical insights, proven strategies, and real-world experiences that help organizations accelerate digital transformation, drive innovation, and deliver measurable business value
Join CESMII at MD&M Midwest 2026 for an interactive workshop exploring the intersection of Lean principles and Smart Manufacturing. This session will examine how manufacturers can build upon established Lean practices by incorporating Smart Manufacturing technologies, d...