American-Made 2023 MFG Conference
Florida, The WestShore Grand, A Portfolio Hotel
Located Minutes from the Tampa International Airport
Session 1: American Made Documentary 10 Year Update
- 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM:
- Documentary Screening: "American Made Documentary: A Decade Later"
- Follow-Up Presentation: "From Invention to Industry: A Journey in American Manufacturing" by Mark Andol
- 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM:
- Q&A Session: Engage with Mark Andol, Clyde Strickland, and other prominent figures from the documentary.
Coffee Break & Networking
- 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM: Refreshments available. A chance to connect with fellow attendees and speakers.
Session 2: Fostering Growth Through Strategic Trade Relations
- 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM:
- Panel Discussion: "International Trade Partnerships: Strategies for Manufacturing Growth and Government Programs"
- 11:30 AM – 11:45 AM:
- Q&A Session: Engage with panelists, including a special guest from the U.S. International Trade Commission (I.T.C.) based in Washington D.C.
Session 3: Insights into Manufacturing Success
- 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM:
- Presentation: "Lessons from Thriving Machine Shops and Military Manufacturers"
- 12:30 PM – 12:45 PM:
- Q&A Session: Dive deeper into the insights shared with the session's speakers.
Lunch Break & Networking
- 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM: Enjoy a curated lunch menu while networking with industry leaders and peers.
Session 4: Digital Audience and How Manufacturers Reach People Today
- 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM:
- Presentation: "Micro-Targeting Audiences for Manufacturing Success: From New Welders to New Customers or Partnerships"
- 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM:
- Q&A Session: Engage with industry experts on the latest digital strategies.
Session 5: Building Resilient Supply Chains
- 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM:
- Panel Discussion: "Aerospace Updates, Supply Chain Challenges, and Educating the Youth on Domestic Production"
- 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM:
- Q&A Session: Engage with panelists, including a special guest expert on supply chains.
Afternoon Break & Networking
- 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Refreshments available. A chance to reconnect and prepare for the final session.
Session 6: American Made Auto Party!
- 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM:
- Special Presentation: "Unveiling the Top 3 Most American Made Cars: A Tribute to Domestic Innovation"
- 5:15 PM – 5:30 PM:
- Closing Remarks: Reflect on the day's events and look forward to future initiatives.
