The manufacturing industry faces unprecedented challenges in 2025: reshoring, tariffs, AI, and workforce attrition. Leaders must adapt their strategies to capitalize on these opportunities. This session explores how manufacturers can navigate these shifts by examining their internal strengths and weaknesses through the collection and analysis of operational and people data. We'll delve into critical areas: The Skills Gap: Addressing the aging workforce and the need for continuous upskilling. Overcoming Resistance to Change: Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and addressing employee anxieties. Building a Strong Foundation: Strategies for successful technology adoption, including comprehensive workforce training, effective feedback mechanisms, and cultivating employee ownership. You'll gain insights into the critical link between successful technology adoption and a well-prepared workforce through real-world case studies. Learn how to build a resilient workforce, improve employee engagement, foster repeatable and sustainable technology adoption, and navigate the evolving manufacturing landscape successfully.
Overview
About the Speakers
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Marion Wells
Human Asset ManagementBiographyMarion Wells, a Predictive Index certified talent optimization specialist, founded Human Asset Management (HAM). HAM leverages PI science to help manufacturers build stronger teams and improve performance. She brings valuable industry experience and a BS in Metallurgical Engineering (UW-Madison). She served on SME's Education Foundation and Automotive Women Alliance Foundation board. Currently serving on Mold Making Technology Editorial Board, and UW-Madison Material Science and Engineering Department's Executive Advisory Board. -
Vince Sassano
Strategic Performance Company, Inc.BiographyVince Sassano is the CEO of Strategic Performance Company, Inc. (SPC), a technology provider specializing in cost-effective, low-risk digital transformation. SPC meets manufacturers where they're at to improve productivity and drive frontline worker engagement, leading to data-driven decisions, greater profitability, and sustainable cultural change. SPC's unique hybrid approach balances people and technology for continuous improvement. Vince's 30+ years of experience in manufacturing operations include numerous certifications in data integration technologies.
Pricing & Registration
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $195 | $220 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$195 | $220 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
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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 only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership.