Overview
Learn about new technology initiatives that are being used by manufactures of all sizes to increase profits and drive efficiencies. IT should be a critical part of strategy in manufacturing businesses. The market is changing rapidly and this session will give an overview of what's expected in 2025 and three years beyond.
About the Speakers
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Randy Olsen
Twin State Technical ServicesBiography
With over 22 years of technology experience, Randy Olsen is the Chief IT Strategist for Twin State Technical Services. He specializes in technology within the manufacturing sector, drawing on direct industry experience that spans from the shop floor to the front office. Randy’s expertise covers cybersecurity, software development, AI, and strategic technology planning. He applies this knowledge to help manufacturers gain a technological advantage by solving operational challenges from improving scalability and leveraging AI, to securing critical infrastructure from cyber threats. His focus is on providing practical, forward-thinking guidance that enhances productivity, protects data, and gives manufacturing leaders a competitive advantage. -
Lisa Wertzbaugher
Wertzbaugher ConsultingBiography
Lisa Wertzbaugher has 15+ years of progressive business development and sales experience. She has worked in service industries, medical device, and manufacturing. Lisa now manages her own consulting practice primarily assisting companies develop and deploy growth strategies. She also owns Wertzbaugher Services, a fabrication shop, with her husband. Lisa has experience in sales training, executive coaching, strategic planning, marketing, transition planning, and selling companies. Lisa has served on the Tube and Pipe Association’s Advisory Board, is currently 2nd Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Fabricators and Manufacturers Association and writes a column for The Tube and Pipe Journal.
Pricing & Registration
Early-bird Pricing Through August 8
Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
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Individual Sessions | $155 | $175 |
Workshops | $399 | $480 |
Best ValueFull Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$635 | $720 |
Regular Rates After August 8
Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
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Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
Workshops | $499 | $599 |
Best ValueFull Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$795 | $900 |
Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
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1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
Sessions | Members | Non-members* |
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Half-Day Workshops (W4, W11) | FREE | FREE |
One-Hour Sessions (W12, W13, W14, W18) | FREE | FREE |
Two-Hour Sessions (W16, W17) | $50 | $75 |
Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
Half-Day Sessions (W2, W3, W7, W10) | $345 | $430 |
Full-Day Sessions (W6, W8, W9)* | $565 | $665 |
Two-Day Session (W1) | $795 | $895 |
Professional Program (W15) | $395 | $495 |
* Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership.