Workforce in Focus

Save the Date: 2025 Workforce Summit — Early Bird Registration opens in less than a month!

Manufacturing team in a training room with industrial equipment and whiteboards.
The Manufacturing Institute team during a training session with industrial equipment and collaborative discussions.

Big challenges need bold solutions – and that’s exactly what you’ll find at the Manufacturing Institute’s 2025 Workforce Summit, taking place October 20–22 at The Westin in Charlotte, North Carolina.

This event brings together manufacturing industry leaders from across the country to explore innovative strategies for strengthening the talent pipeline, enhancing training and retention, and shaping workplace culture. The Summit is designed to give you practical tools, real-world insights, and actionable solutions to take back to your team.

Early bird registration opens June 11 and is available through July 15 at a rate of $825 per registrant. After that, the regular registration rate is $1125 per registrant. We hope to see you in Charlotte!