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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250725
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SUMMARY:High Impact Technology Exchange Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/high-impact-technology-exchange-conference/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Marriott City Center\, 30 S 7th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Workforce Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250814
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SUMMARY:United Scrap Metal Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC) is pleased to extend an exclusive invitation to CESMII members who are manufacturers to join a special site visit at United Scrap Metal’s Recycling Headquarters in Cicero\, IL. This is a unique opportunity to explore how one of the nation’s leading recycling operations is leveraging technology to advance sustainability\, transparency\, and operational excellence across the manufacturing value chain. As leaders committed to Smart Manufacturing\, CESMII members will gain valuable insights into real-world strategies for implementing recycling programs\, tracking environmental impact\, and aligning digital tools with sustainability goals. \nUnited Scrap Metal has been operating for 46 years with a mission to make a positive impact in the lives of others. One of the priorities of the organization has been customer excellence. The USM team has worked diligently to develop and procure leading technologies to enable excellence in providing recycling services including transparency\, responsiveness\, customized pickups and containers all while measuring sustainability metrics and minimizing environmental risk.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/united-scrap-metal-plant-tour/
LOCATION:United Scrap Metal\, Inc.\, 1545 S Cicero Ave\, Cicero\, IL\, 60804\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250723T172642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T182714Z
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SUMMARY:SM Mindset™: Technology Providers Powering Manufacturing’s Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful LinkedIn Live conversation exploring how today’s leading technology providers are shaping the future of Smart Manufacturing. This episode brings together leaders of some of the world’s great manufacturing technology providers\, aligned around one critical goal: driving openness and interoperability to strengthen the U.S.’ manufacturing competitiveness. \n🎙️ What to Expect:\nWe’ll hear from three distinct categories of technology leaders\, all of whom are active CESMII members: \n🔹 Established Market Leaders in control and information systems\, with decades of experience in industrial automation. \n🎙️ Cyril Perducat\, SVP & Chief Technology Officer\, Rockwell Automation\n🎙️ Andre Marino\, SVP Industrial Automation Business\, Schneider Electric\n🎙️ Del Costy\, President\, Siemens Digital Industries \n🔹 Cloud Hyperscalers bringing advanced data infrastructure\, AI\, and scalable platforms into the manufacturing space. \n🎙️ Dayan Rodriguez\, CVP Global Manufacturing and Mobility\, Microsoft\n🎙️ Joseph Rosing\, Worldwide Head of Smart Manufacturing\, AWS \n🔹 Born-in-Industry 4.0 Innovators – companies built from the ground up around digital transformation\, smart manufacturing\, and AI-ready architectures. \n🎙️ John Harrington\, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer\, HighByte\n🎙️ Colby Clegg\, CEO\, Inductive Automation\n🎙️ Doug Lawson\, CEO\, ThinkIQ \nWhether you’re a manufacturer\, integrator\, or technology provider\, this is your chance to see how collaboration across these domains is accelerating Smart Manufacturing adoption – and how your organization can play a part.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/sm-mindset-technology-providers-powering-manufacturings-future/
LOCATION:LinkedIn Live
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250623T194747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T161113Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Smart Manufacturing Interoperability Summit in Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this important forum to determine how we move beyond the historic data fundamentals and architectures of the past 30 years – to a future marked by enormous innovation and productivity growth. This will be a practical deep dive on the future of OT/IT interoperability for Smart Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chains. \nThis Summit is a collaborative\, international initiative to shine the spotlight on the necessary building blocks\, competencies\, and capabilities related to modernizing our approach to OT/IT data engineering. We will explore the value\, the challenges/risks\, and the best practices on the journey to interoperability. We will showcase the capabilities\, explore the relevant standards\, and unveil how open APIs can unlock the full potential of industrial data and AI at scale! \nJoin us in Detroit\, Cleveland or Chicago as we bring industry leaders together to understand just how important interoperability is on our journey to productivity and competitiveness! \nAgenda Highlights Include: \n\nA Manufacturer’s Perspective – the Strategic Importance and Value of Interoperability\nCESMII’s Smart Manufacturing Imperatives\nThe Role of OPC UA in Enabling Interoperability\nEquipment Data Standards and International Alignment with VDMA\nComplimentary Lunch\nExpert Panel on Interoperability – Audience Q&A\nNew topics/trends (OPC Cloud\, Digital Product Passport\, API\, Supply Chain\, etc.)\nA Demonstration of What Interoperability Looks Like\nCall to Action\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/u-s-smart-manufacturing-interoperability-summit-in-detroit/
LOCATION:Michigan State University Management Education Center\, 811 W. Square Lake Rd.\, Troy\, MI\, 48098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Industry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250514T200039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T153446Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Pennsylvania (Harrisburg)
DESCRIPTION:Event Schedule: \n\n8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Check In & Coffee\n8:30 AM – 8:45 AM | Welcome & Overview – Dr. Lou Grice\, Phoenix Contact & Bruce Newell\, MANTEC\n8:45 AM – 9:30 AM | Keynote Speaker – Davis Matthews\, Phoenix Contact USA\, CEO\n9:30 AM – 10:15 AM | Smart Manufacturing Mindset – Haresh Malkani\, CESMII\, CTO\n10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Break\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Breakout Sessions – Round 1 (See Afternoon Workshops)\n11:30 AM – 11:45 AM | SM Showcase Preview – Showcase Presenters\n11:45 AM | SM Showcase – Interactive Lunch and Showcase\n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM | Breakout Sessions – Round 2 (See Afternoon Workshops)\n1:45 PM – 2:00 PM | Break\n2:00 PM – 2:45 PM | SM Solution Demonstrations – Rob Schoenthaler\, CESMII SMIC Director\n2:45 PM – 3:00 PM | Wrap Up & Call To Action – Arnold Offner\, Phoenix Contact\n3:00 PM – | Facility Tour – Multiple\n\nAfternoon Workshops: \nSession 1 (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM) \n\nPhoenix Contact – Electric Power Monitoring (Russ Kolacek)\nFullBore – Manufacturing Success Stories (Sudhi Bangalore)\nCESMII – Smart Manufacturing Platform Basics (John Louka)\n\nSession 2 (1:00 PM – 1:45 PM) \n\nDigital Foundry – Derisking SM & SM Workforce Training (Sherri McCleary)\nMANTEC – ROI in SM (Don Bolton)\nWorkforce Pipelines in Smart Manufacturing: Models & Impacts – John Wright & John Haughery (Millersville University)
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-pennsylvania-harrisburg/
LOCATION:Phoenix Contact\, 586 Fulling Mill Rd\, Middletown\, PA\, 17057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250623T194930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T161344Z
UID:10001582-1756202400-1756224000@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Smart Manufacturing Interoperability Summit in Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this important forum to determine how we move beyond the historic data fundamentals and architectures of the past 30 years – to a future marked by enormous innovation and productivity growth. This will be a practical deep dive on the future of OT/IT interoperability for Smart Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chains. \nThis Summit is a collaborative\, international initiative to shine the spotlight on the necessary building blocks\, competencies\, and capabilities related to modernizing our approach to OT/IT data engineering. We will explore the value\, the challenges/risks\, and the best practices on the journey to interoperability. We will showcase the capabilities\, explore the relevant standards\, and unveil how open APIs can unlock the full potential of industrial data and AI at scale! \nJoin us in Detroit\, Cleveland or Chicago as we bring industry leaders together to understand just how important interoperability is on our journey to productivity and competitiveness! \nAgenda Highlights Include: \n\nA Manufacturer’s Perspective – the Strategic Importance and Value of Interoperability\nCESMII’s Smart Manufacturing Imperatives\nThe Role of OPC UA in Enabling Interoperability\nEquipment Data Standards and International Alignment with VDMA\nComplimentary Lunch\nExpert Panel on Interoperability – Audience Q&A\nNew topics/trends (OPC Cloud\, Digital Product Passport\, API\, Supply Chain\, etc.)\nA Demonstration of What Interoperability Looks Like\nCall to Action
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/u-s-smart-manufacturing-interoperability-summit-in-cleveland/
LOCATION:Tri-C Corporate College East\, 4400 Richmond Rd\, Warrensville Heights\, Ohio\, 44128
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250623T195115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T175538Z
UID:10001583-1756375200-1756396800@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Smart Manufacturing Interoperability Summit in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this important forum to determine how we move beyond the historic data fundamentals and architectures of the past 30 years – to a future marked by enormous innovation and productivity growth. This will be a practical deep dive on the future of OT/IT interoperability for Smart Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chains. \nThis Summit is a collaborative\, international initiative to shine the spotlight on the necessary building blocks\, competencies\, and capabilities related to modernizing our approach to OT/IT data engineering. We will explore the value\, the challenges/risks\, and the best practices on the journey to interoperability. We will showcase the capabilities\, explore the relevant standards\, and unveil how open APIs can unlock the full potential of industrial data and AI at scale! \nJoin us in Detroit\, Cleveland or Chicago as we bring industry leaders together to understand just how important interoperability is on our journey to productivity and competitiveness! \nAgenda Highlights Include: \n\nA Manufacturer’s Perspective – the Strategic Importance and Value of Interoperability\nCESMII’s Smart Manufacturing Imperatives\nThe Role of OPC UA in Enabling Interoperability\nEquipment Data Standards and International Alignment with VDMA\nComplimentary Lunch\nExpert Panel on Interoperability – Audience Q&A\nNew topics/trends (OPC Cloud\, Digital Product Passport\, API\, Supply Chain\, etc.)\nA Demonstration of What Interoperability Looks Like\nCall to Action\n\nKeynote: Josh Dotson\, Industry 4.0 Capability Leader\, Koch\, Inc. \nI believe too much potential is left untapped in how most businesses operate. I’ve built my career challenging assumptions\, envisioning better futures\, and helping organizations chart practical paths forward. \nToday\, I’m focused on helping large enterprises rethink how people\, technology\, and operations come together to drive meaningful change. Real transformation starts with human action — with the tension between what is and what could be — and I’m passionate about helping organizations shape what comes next.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/u-s-smart-manufacturing-interoperability-summit-in-chicago/
LOCATION:MXD\, 1415 N Cherry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250711T163724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T205553Z
UID:10001587-1757980800-1758239999@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Creating Modern Smart Manufacturing Architectures and Better Namespaces
DESCRIPTION:Join CESMII CEO\, John Dyck and CESMII Chief Architect\, Jonathan Wise to learn more about the three ‘Imperatives’ for Smart Manufacturing Architectures\, and how Ignition is positioned to leverage them. Manufacturers stand at an inflection point\, facing a generational choice to either continue propagating the architectures\, methodologies and mindsets of the past\, or pivot toward Smart Manufacturing… a journey that positions your enterprise for a significant leap forward in value creation and productivity\, and a much more effective\, organic collaboration between your OT\, IT and ET organizations. In this session you’ll learn best practice for unifying your Namespaces with standards\, evolving your architectures for AI-readiness\, building portable applications that accelerate agility and prevent vendor lock-in.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/creating-modern-smart-manufacturing-architectures-and-better-namespaces/
LOCATION:SAFE Credit Union Convention Center\, 1401 K St\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250627T110538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T162126Z
UID:10001585-1757980800-1758153599@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:MX.0 Midwest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/mx-0-midwest-2025/
LOCATION:The Westin Cleveland Downtown\, 777 St Clair Ave NE\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Industry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250911T194721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194950Z
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SUMMARY:FloridaMakes Webinar: The Path to a Smart Manufacturing Future
DESCRIPTION:🏭 Florida manufacturers — the future of competitiveness is Smart Manufacturing. \nJoin us for The Path to a Smart Manufacturing Future — a free FloridaMakes webinar with Conrad Leiva of CESMII\, exploring how manufacturers can practically adopt Industry 4.0 technologies like AI\, IoT\, robotics\, and advanced data systems. \n🗓 Friday\, Sept 26 | 🕙 10–11 a.m. ET (7–8a.m. PT). \nTopics will include:   \n\nWhy do manufacturers need to consider Smart Manufacturing seriously?\nIs Smart Manufacturing practical for smaller manufacturers?\nWhat are some challenges manufacturers face when implementing Smart Manufacturing?\nHow does a manufacturer know if they are ready for Smart Manufacturing?\nWhere can manufacturers learn more about Smart Manufacturing technologies and techniques?\nWhat are good first steps toward Smart Manufacturing?\n\nKey Takeaways: \n\nDebunking Myths: Understand the common misconceptions and realities of implementing Smart Manufacturing techniques.\nPreparing for the Future: Learn how to get your business and team ready for a Smart Manufacturing journey.\nAccess to Resources: Explore where your team can learn more about Smart Manufacturing best practices and tools.\nPractical First Steps: Identify the foundational steps your business should be taking now to set the stage for digital transformation.\n\n 
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/floridamakes-webinar-the-path-to-a-smart-manufacturing-future/
CATEGORIES:Education & Workforce Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250908T173429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T161557Z
UID:10001592-1759104000-1763769599@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Acceleration Roadmap Professional Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-acceleration-roadmap-professional-certification-course/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Workforce Development,Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250903T183222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T140648Z
UID:10001591-1759392000-1759413600@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Maryland
DESCRIPTION:8:00 – 8:30AM     |    Registration & Networking \n8:30 – 8:40AM     |    Welcome & Opening Remarks \n8:40 – 9:20 AM     |    Keynote: Smart Manufacturing Mindset \n9:20 – 10:00 AM     |    Smart Manufacturing & Lean Six Sigma \n10:00 – 10:20 AM     |    Break & Networking \n10:20 – 11:00 AM     |    Factory Floor Use Case Demonstration \n11:00 – 11:40 AM     |    Democratizing Smart Manufacturing: AI & ML Wins from the Plant Floor \n11:40 AM – 12:20 PM     |    Manufacturing Technology: Technology Implementation and the Payoff \n12:20 – 12:30 PM     |    Closing Statements & Next Steps \n12:30 – 2:00 PM     |    Lunch & Networking
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-maryland/
LOCATION:Merriweather Lakehouse Hotel\, 10209 Wincopin Circle\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250204T194745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T163016Z
UID:10001549-1759996800-1760029200@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Texas
DESCRIPTION:This year’s summit will highlight the path to Fusion Energy dominance and groundbreaking advancements in Smart Manufacturing\, showcasing real-world applications and exploring how these innovations can enhance efficiency\, sustainability\, and competitiveness. In celebration of Cybersecurity Month\, CyManII will highlight their MTV (Mobile Technology Vehicle) and new educational pathways. \nThis summit is designed specifically for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMEs)\, seeking new and innovative opportunities to expand their businesses. Network with like-minded manufacturers and learn how to engage with the Fusion Energy movement of Texas.  \nAttendees will have the chance to: \n\nLearn about the Metro Houston Economic Update from the Greater Houston Partnership.\nEngage with the Department of Energy and Tokomak Energy on a robust panel discussion.\nDiscover cutting-edge Smart Manufacturing technologies through expert presentations and live demonstrations.\nEngage with leading industry organizations.\nParticipate in dynamic breakout sessions focused on Cybersecurity\, Advanced Technology\, and Supply Chain Optimization techniques.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-texas-2025/
LOCATION:22400 Grand Circle Blvd\, Katy\, TX 77449\, 22400 Grand Circle Blvd\, Katy\, 77449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251013T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250514T201714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T170903Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Florida (Orlando)
DESCRIPTION:Event Agenda\n\n12:30 – 1:00 Networking and Check-in\n1:00 – 1:15 Introduction [MACF + Lake Tech]\n1:15 -1:45 Smart Manufacturing Mindset\n\nRob Schoenthaler\, CESMII\n\n\n1:45 – 2:15 MFG Panel led by Adams Corp + FANUC\n2:15-2:30 Break\n2:30-3:15 Breakout Session 1\nBreakout 1: Success Stories from a Factory Floor\n\nSudhi Bangalore\, FullBore\n\n\nBreakout 2: Connecting the Dots: From Manufacturing to Microchips\n\nJustice Erickson\, ROOTS Education Co\n\n\n3:15-4:00 Breakout Session 2\n\nBreakout 1: Sustainability Begins Now\n\nArnold Offner\, Phoenix Contact\n\n\nBreakout 2: Panel – The Apprenticeship Advantage in Smart Manufacturing\n\nMarcelo DosSantos\, FloridaMakes\nBrenda Chrisman\, CareerSource Central Florida\nLeisa Rasmussen\, Manhattan Strategy Group | Supply Chain Automation Workforce Hub)\n\n\n\n\n4:00-4:45 CESMII Starter Kits\n\nRob Schoenthaler\, CESMII\n\n\n4:45-5:00 Questions and Wrap-Up\n5:00 -7:00 Center for Advanced Mfg Tour + Networking Hour w/ Vendor Showcase [Center for Advanced Mfg]
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-orlando-florida/
LOCATION:Lake Technical College\, 2001 Kurt St\, Eustis\, 32726\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250519T224016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T101152Z
UID:10001577-1760400000-1760659199@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:The Connected Worker Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/the-connected-worker-manufacturing-summit/
LOCATION:Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort\, 3500 Midwest Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250514T202437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171333Z
UID:10001574-1760445000-1760461200@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Florida (Tampa)
DESCRIPTION:12:30 – 1:00 Networking and Check-in\n1:00 – 1:20 Introduction\n\nTampa Mayor Jane Castor\nRobert Monaco\, FloridaMakes\nBeth Galic\, Bay Area Manufacturers Association\n\n\n1:20 – 1:50 Smart Manufacturing Mindset\n\nRob Schoenthaler\, CESMII\n\n\n1:50 – 2:20 Manufacturing Panel\n\nRobert Monaco\, FloridaMakes\nDoug Adams\, Adams Corp\n\n\n2:20 – 2:30 Break and Vendor Showcase\n\nCESMII\nPhoenix Contact\n\n\n4:00 – 4:30 Predictive Analytics for Manufacturing\n\nNancy Diaz-Elsayed\, University of South Florida\n\n\n3:00 – 3:30 Founder’s Perspectives: Competing in a Global Economy\n\nDaniel Barousse\, Slice Engineering\n\n\n3:30 – 4:00 Sustainability Begins Now\n\nArnold Offner\, Phoenix Contact\n\n\n2:30 – 3:00 Success Stories from a Factory Floor\n\nSudhi Bangalore\, FullBore\n\n\n4:30 – 5:00 SM Solution Demonstrations\n\nRob Schoenthaler\, CESMII\n\n\n5:00 Questions and Wrap-Up
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-florida-tampa/
LOCATION:City Center at Hanna Avenue\, 2555 East Hanna Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251022T180214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T180214Z
UID:10001595-1761049800-1761071400@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Starting Small with Smart Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nIn conjunction with National Manufacturing Month\, the objective is to bring Manufacturers who have not yet begun to pursue Industry 4.0 into proximity with the Smart Manufacturing & IoT community. Perhaps a facilitated collision of people and ideas might be just the needed catalyst for area manufacturers to take the leap into Smart Manufacturing. \nAgenda \n\n12:30 PM Doors open\n1:15 PM Welcome/Emcee – Matt Kollarits\, formerly Kichler\, GE\n1:20 PM Opening Keynote – Mike O’Donnell\, MAGNET\n1:30 PM Hardware – Tim Zarkovacki\, InTec Consulting (with props!)\n2:00 PM Firmware / Embedded Software – Chris Cole\, Cole Design & Development\n2:30 PM Power & Energy\, Connectivity\, Communications – John Shira\, T-Mobile\n3:00 PM Cloud / AI – Chris Karltorp\, MorelandConnect\n3:30 PM Break\n3:45 PM Cybersecurity – Ellen Boehm\, Keyfactor\n4:15 PM Interoperability – John Dyck\, CESMII\n4:45 PM User Experience / Human Interface – Rene Polin\, Balance Innovation\n5:15 PM Closing Keynote – Tim Stuart\, President at Visual Decisions Inc\n5:30 PM Reception\n6:30 PM End\n\n“Assessments\, Energy and Funding Sources” \nEach segment will feature a 10-minute focused presentation by an area SME\, “Here’s what you need to know to get started…”\, followed by a 10 minute story from a manufacturer\, “Here’s how we got started…”\, followed by 10 minutes of audience Q&A. The goal is to cover the whole gamut of Smart Manufacturing parts and pieces with an emphasis on just what you need to know to get started\, a real-world example\, plus interactivity\, plus networking. \nThank you to Event Sponsors\, Stand With Crypto (micropayments)\, MorelandConnect (software dev)\, and Semtech/Sierra Wireless (Wi-Fi & connectivity) \nSWC understands that there is a future for digital assets and peer-to-peer payments in the IoT and Smart Manufacturing space. Work is already well-underway for machines transacting directly with each other in a programmatic and 100% digital form. MC has a long and accomplished track record developing software for manufacturers with a focus on Northeast Ohio. Incorporating AI in both the development process and the final product is a growing superpower. Semtech/Sierra Wireless has proven expertise with wireless communications in industrial manufacturing\, healthcare\, and utilities. Thank you to both Stand With Crypto\, MorelandConnect\, and Semtech/Sierra Wireless for sharing the vision and supporting the movement.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/starting-small-with-smart-manufacturing/
LOCATION:MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network\, 1800 East 63rd Street\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251022T183920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T191731Z
UID:10001596-1761609600-1761868799@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Make Things Different: The Industrial Transformation Event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by LNS Research\, the IX Event is an annual executive-level conference focused on industrial transformation where business leaders come together to discuss how data-driven innovation is reshaping the industry among other topics. This event is intended for Digital and IT/OT strategy leaders in industrial firms\, organizations seeking to accelerate their transformation journey\, thought leaders and solution-providers focused on analytics\, digital twin\, sustainability\, and the future of the industry. \n#📋faqs #📝agenda
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/make-things-different/
LOCATION:Ritz-Carlton Chicago\, At Water Tower Place\, 160 E Pearson St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251022T192553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192001Z
UID:10001597-1762041600-1762300799@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:On Time Edge Manufacturing Scheduling Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:A high-impact summit for manufacturing and operations executives\nThis summit is designed for manufacturing executives who own or manage operations or scheduling performance in manufacturing. It is especially valuable for operations leaders responsible for throughput and stability\, planning and scheduling managers working to align demand with real constraints\, IT and digital transformation leaders driving APS\, MES\, and ERP integration\, continuous improvement professionals seeking to eliminate firefighting and improve flow\, and finance or supply chain executives evaluating ROI\, risk\, and capital planning tied to scheduling. If your team spends mornings reworking the plan\, this summit was built for you. \nSpend two focused days at the Philadelphia Marriott Old City with leading manufacturers to understand how companies build schedules that work\, cut expedites\, and protect margins. #agenda 📝 \n🚀 CESMII‘s John Dyck to Deliver Keynote at Manufacturing Scheduling Summit 2025 🚀 \nJohn will tackle one of the most pressing issues in modern manufacturing: the data ubiquity gap — the lack of interoperability with connected\, reusable data that keeps companies locked into point solutions and unable to adapt quickly. \nIn his keynote\, he’ll share how closing this gap empowers manufacturers to:\n✓ Act faster in a rapidly changing market\n✓ Mobilize data to create true enterprise agility\n✓ Deliver measurable business outcomes across operations \n📅 Event: Manufacturing Scheduling Summit 2025\n📍 Location: Philadelphia Marriott Old City\n🔗 [Register now](https://hubs.ly/Q03MgJhW0) \n✅ Day 1 Strategy and Systems:  \n\nKeynote: John Dyck\, CEO | CESMII – The Smart Manufacturing Institute\nPanel: Go-live results\, market trends\, and adjacent value accelerators\nLive demos: Finite scheduling and integration patterns\n\n✅ Day 2 Focus Execution and ROI: Trend insights\, funding support\, 1:1 strategy meetings \n\nBest practices: Project documentation that speeds adoption and validation\nResults: What top performers achieved and how they measured it\n1:1 time: Reserved meetings to pressure-test your roadmap
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/on-time-edge-manufacturing-scheduling-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Marriot Old City\, One Dock St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250626T181852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T220042Z
UID:10001584-1763337600-1763683199@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Automation Fair – The Premier Industrial Automation Event
DESCRIPTION:Disciplined Simplicity: A Practical Framework We Used to Cut Through the Noise of Digital Transformation Technology \nToday’s manufacturers confront an avalanche of options—hundreds of IIoT platforms\, constant software churn\, scattered data\, and widening skill gaps. It’s no surprise many initiatives stall before any digital ROI appears. \nCESMII’s CEO John Dyck will be participating with Sarah Wiseman who will share a proven\, hands-on framework that cut through the noise for her company. Where they captured an extra 5 % machine uptime—equivalent to nearly a week of added production capacity every quarter. \nThe secret? Start with a single pain-point KPI\, wire low-cost sensors for immediate visibility\, and run focused 90-day pilots on a cloud-ready “data spine.” \nWe’ll explore how leading sites layer just-in-time upskilling\, strong cyber-hygiene\, and neutral ecosystems such as CESMII and MxD to scale gains into higher OEE\, predictive maintenance\, and sharper workforce efficiency. \nYou’ll leave with concrete\, right-sized steps to build digital momentum—whether you run a small facility or a multi-site enterprise navigating the waves of Industry 4.0. \nSpeaker: Sarah Wiseman\, Business Systems Analyst for Manufacturing Execution and Operations Tech Systems at Steel Warehouse. \nSarah Wiseman – Chicago\, Illinois\, United States | Professional Profile | LinkedIn
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/automation-fair-the-premier-industrial-automation-event/
LOCATION:McCormick Place Convention Center\, 2301 S Martin Luther King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251022T195246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T195555Z
UID:10001598-1763424000-1763596799@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Executive Forum at the Innovation Summit North America 2025
DESCRIPTION:🌟 Innovation Summit Las Vegas 2025Join us in Las Vegas 🏙️ for Innovation Summit North America 2025\, where industry leaders 🤝\, technology innovators 💡\, and sustainability pioneers 🔋 come together to explore the future of energy ⚡ and automation 🚀. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nHands-on workshops that dive deep into practical solutions 🛠️\nReal-world case studies that show innovation in action 📊\nPeer connections with professionals who share your goals and understand your challenges 🤝\n\n#Agenda 📝
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/executive-forum-at-the-innovation-summit-north-america-2025/
LOCATION:Fontainebleau Las Vegas\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 2777
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251022T222851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T222851Z
UID:10001599-1764633600-1764806399@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:The Future of Manufacturing Project
DESCRIPTION:🌐 Future of Manufacturing ProjectFormerly known as Manufacturing in 2030 \nSince its earliest days\, the Manufacturing Leadership Council has inspired manufacturers to imagine a better future. Now\, the Future of Manufacturing Project highlights the key trends: 📊 demographics\, 💹 economics\, 🤖 technology\, 👥 workforce\, and 🧭 leadership that will define the next decade. \nThis initiative isn’t for those comfortable with the status quo. It’s for leaders ready to embrace change and shape the future. \n✨ Why Attend in Orlando: \n\n\n🤝 Network with forward-thinking executives & thought leaders \n\n\n💡 Collaborate\, brainstorm\, and share breakthrough ideas \n\n\n🔮 Gain a clear view of emerging technologies & leadership strategies \n\n\n🏆 Walk away with action items to stay ahead of the competition
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/the-future-of-manufacturing-project/
LOCATION:Conrad Orlando\, 1500 Eastbeach Wy\, Orlando\, FL\, 32836
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250514T200146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T202904Z
UID:10001570-1765411200-1765497599@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Pennsylvania (New Kensington)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-pennsylvania-new-kensington/
LOCATION:Digital Foundry at New Kensington\, 855 5th Avenue\, New Kensington\, PA\, 15068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20250514T203731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T205211Z
UID:10001576-1768291200-1768305600@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Kansas
DESCRIPTION:8:00 – 8:30 AM – Check-In & Breakfast\n8:30 – 8:40 AM – Welcome & Overview\n\nTiffany Stovall\, CEO at Kansas Manufacturing Solutions\n\n\n8:40 – 9:00 AM – Smart Manufacturing Mindset\n9:00 – 9:15 AM – 1/2 Day Strategy & Road Mapping Workshop Overview\n9:15 – 9:30 AM – Break\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Smart Manufacturing Demonstrations\n10:15 – 10:45 AM – Smart Manufacturing Panel\n\nPanelists TBD\n\n\n10:45 – 11:30 AM – AI in Smart Manufacturing\n11:30 – 11:40 AM – Wrap Up\n11:40 AM – 12:00 PM – FAME Lab Tour
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-kansas/
LOCATION:KCKCC Technical Education Center\, 6565 State Ave\, Kansas City\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251006T142003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T085418Z
UID:10001594-1768867200-1773791999@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Acceleration Roadmap Professional Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-acceleration-roadmap-professional-certification-course-01-20-26/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Workforce Development,Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20260105T182157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T191245Z
UID:10001616-1769731200-1769817599@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Development Institute 2026
DESCRIPTION:This workshop aims to equip community college and higher education professionals with strategies to partner with K-12 systems and industry\, ensuring students receive foundational skills and exposure to high-demand careers. It is part of a broader initiative to help community colleges prepare workers for Industry 4.0 demands. \nAttend this session to discover and discuss Industry 4.0 certifications that are critical to our local and national economies and possibly take back promising\nmodels that your college can implement to feed that workforce pipeline so it meets increasing current and future industry needs. \nSpeaker(s): \n\nDr. Richard Ammon\, Executive Director of Workforce Initiatives\, College of Lake County\,\nSue Smith\, Executive Program Director\, Smart Automation Certification Alliance \,\nJohn Enamait\, President\, Stanly Community College\,\nConrad Leiva\, VP Workforce Development\, CESMII – Smart Manufacturing Institute\,\nJan Moore\, Vice President of Economic Development\, Ogeechee Technical College\n\nFriday\, January 30\, 9:30 – 10:45 am CT. \nLocation: GALERIE 2
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/workforce-development-institute-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20260105T191236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T165411Z
UID:10001617-1770022800-1770035400@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:MD&M West 2026: Diving Deeper into Lean and Smart Manufacturing Synergies
DESCRIPTION:Lean manufacturing principles have played a significant role in driving efficiency across organizations through their emphasis on cost reduction\, waste elimination\, and THE customer. These principles have driven continuous improvement initiatives for many manufacturers. \nToday we see a wave of Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing technologies being implemented by leading manufacturers. Does that mean that Lean principles are no longer needed? The opposite is true. \nThe intersection of Lean and Digital has been coined “Digital Lean” and we will discuss examples of how this powerful combination of timeless lean principles and the latest digital technologies is reducing waste and variability in manufacturing processes. Digital lean isn’t a separate set of lean principles but a powerful enhancement of existing methodologies. Leveraging Smart Manufacturing technologies\, Digital Lean techniques deliver precise\, timely\, and detailed operational insights\, elevating the application of lean principles. \nFacilitators: \n\nConrad Leiva\, VP Ecosystem and Workforce at CESMII – The Smart Manufacturing Institute\nTim Stuart\, President at Visual Decisions\n\nTopics covered include: \n\nMindset and Principles behind Digital Lean Manufacturing\nHow Digital Lean techniques improve:\nDecision-Making\nResource Use\nProduction Flow\nProduct Quality\nProblem Solving\nPutting it all into Practice\n\nAnaheim Convention Center\, Anaheim\, CA | Monday February 2\, 9-12:30pm\, Rm 206AB
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/mdm-west-2026-diving-deeper-into-lean-and-smart-manufacturing-synergies/
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 West Katella Avenue\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251110T184524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163808Z
UID:10001601-1770280200-1770300000@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Columbus (Ohio)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/smart-manufacturing-roadshow-columbus-ohio/
LOCATION:The Event Center at Mitchell Hall\, Mitchell Hall 250 Cleveland Avenue\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251222T060816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T060816Z
UID:10001604-1770595200-1770940799@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:ARC Industry Leadership Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 30th Annual ARC Industry Leadership Forum \nAre you ready to explore the cutting-edge advancements in Industrial AI? Join us at the ARC Forum\, where industry leaders and innovators come together to discuss the transformative power of AI in various sectors. This year’s forum kicks off with a keynote and executive panel discussion on the latest trends and applications of Industrial AI. What’s real and what’s hype? What have leaders struggled with? \nJoin us to learn more about: \n\nSmart Manufacturing and Digital Transformation: Discover how Industrial AI and agents are revolutionizing manufacturing processes and driving digital transformation.\nRobotics: Explore the latest innovations in robotics and how AI is enabling new use cases and innovations.\nIndustrial Data Fabrics: Delve into the concept of industrial data fabrics and their significance in AI applications.\nAI and Supply Chain: Learn how AI is transforming supply chain management and operations.\nData Centers\, AI\, and Energy: Gain practical knowledge about the data center and energy requirements for your AI strategy. Understand the role of AI in optimizing data centers and energy management.\nAI and Digital Twins: Explore the synergy between AI and digital twin technology.\nDigital Connected Workers and AI: See how AI is empowering the workforce with digital tools.\nAsset Performance and AI: Gain insights into how AI enhances asset performance and reliability.\nAI and Sustainability: Learn how AI enhances tracking\, reporting\, and energy management requirements.\nAI in MES and Operations: Discover the integration of AI in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and its impact on operations.\nCybersecurity and AI: Understand the critical role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity measures.\nAutonomous Operations: Learn about the advancements in autonomous systems and their impact on industrial operations.\nAI\, Operational Performance\, and Operational Resilience: Learn how AI is driving operational performance and resilience.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/arc-industry-leadership-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Renaissance Orlando Hotel in Orlando\, 6677 Sea Harbor Drive\, Orlando\, Florida\, 32821
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260405T182713
CREATED:20251027T194834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T194834Z
UID:10001600-1771200000-1771631999@www.cesmii.org
SUMMARY:PROVEIT! Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Industry 4.0. Digital Transformation. Unified Namespace. Buzzwords? At PROVEIT! 2026\, the hype ends and the proof begins. This one-of-a-kind event brings 50 vendors together in one digital ecosystem\, each proving their solution in real time. \nFind CESMII’s booth right next to the PROVEIT! team\, where we’ll showcase how Smart Manufacturing Profiles (SM Profiles) enable true interoperability—every vendor on the floor will be consuming them. \nDon’t miss Thursday’s keynote with John Dyck and Jonathan Wise\, as they explore how CESMII is turning vision into verified results. \nWith 1\,500+ attendees\, 250 vendors\, and 76% end-users\, PROVEIT! 2026 is where Industry 4.0 gets real.
URL:https://www.cesmii.org/event/proveit-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Dallas\, TX\, 300 Reunion Boulevard\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207\, United States
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