Events
NAM events are experiences that bring together top leaders and experts in the industry, providing intel, analysis and networking you won't get anywhere else.
Upcoming Events
Executive Edge is the National Association of Manufacturers’ executive strategy forum—created exclusively for CEOs and senior leaders who want not only to overcome but also to lead on today’s most complex challenges. Executive Edge offers a space to step back, gain insight, reframe your thinking and elevate your voice alongside the top minds from the world’s leading manufacturing companies. These events feature a mix of panel discussions and open exchange time.
Cleveland, OH
September date TBC
8:00am-1:00pm
More Events from the NAM’s Family of Brands
- The Manufacturing Institute, the 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education affiliate of the NAM
- The Manufacturing Leadership Council, the NAM’s digital transformation division
- Innovation Research Interchange, the NAM’s innovation management division
Discounted Hotel Rates in Washington D.C.
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Cleveland – Executive Edge Series
Join this event for insights on executive leadership, strategy, and peer-to-peer learning to sharpen your edge.
TUESDAY 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
NAM Labor and Employment Policy Committee Meeting
Join the NAM for updates on OSHA activities and key labor and workplace safety issues for manufacturers, along with insights on labor policy and portable benefits.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Amanda Wood Laihow, Acting head of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Dr. Liya Palagashvili, Senior research fellow and director of the Labor Policy Project at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University
NAM Association Partnerships Webinar – Leveraging AI for Manufacturing Associations
Join the NAM for a practical discussion on how associations can apply artificial intelligence to improve member engagement by enhancing search, interpreting complex questions, integrating AI into existing systems, and scaling tools that deliver immediate, practical value.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Cecilia Satovich, Chief Revenue Officer, Results Direct | RD Mobile
- Dan Scheeler, CAE, Chief Operating Officer, Results Direct | RD Mobile
USMCA Virtual Meeting
Join the NAM for an update on the USMCA review, development of the NAM submission and next steps, and a discussion collecting company input on non-tariff barriers in Mexico and Canada.
WEDNESDAY 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Strategies for Successful Nominations
Join the MI for a webinar sharing best practices and tips to craft strong nominations for the STEP Ahead Awards, with experienced nominators discussing lessons learned and how to make submissions stand out.
WEDNESDAY 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
EUDR Information Session
Join the NAM for briefings with senior officials on energy policy, EU deforestation regulation, customs enforcement, and the fast-changing tariff environment.
WEDNESDAY 9:30 am – 10:15 am- Jarrod Agen, Deputy Assistant to the President and Executive Director, National Energy Dominance Council
- Peter Lake, Senior Director of Power, National Energy Dominance Council
- Emily Sandall, Foreign Agricultural Service Advisor, U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Gerry Moody, Partner, Akin
NAM Tax Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Feenstra (IN-PERSON)
Join the NAM for a Tax Policy Committee discussion featuring congressional remarks and member Q&A on post–One Big Beautiful Bill Act tax priorities and implementation guidance.
TUESDAY 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm- Rep. Randy Feenstra, U.S. Representative
- Rep. Ron Estes, U.S. Representative; Member, House Ways and Means Committee
General Motors Plant Tour
Join this event for an inside look at modern automotive manufacturing through a guided plant tour highlighting production workflows, automation, quality systems, and safety practices.
TUESDAY 5:30 pm – 4:00 pm
From Complexity to Clarity: Transform Your Business (and Your Bottom Line)
Join the NAM for an expert-led session on using 80/20 analysis to identify complexity, simplify operations, and drive profitable transformation and market share growth.
TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm- Marc Fooksman, Vice President and 80/20 Expert, Strategex
- Jenn Desrosiers, Managing Director, 80/20, Strategex
NAM Tech Policy Committee (w/ guest Evangelos Razis, House E&C staff)
Join the NAM for a discussion with a House Energy & Commerce Committee AI policy lead on congressional plans for AI, data privacy, and other technology policy issues, along with member perspectives and updates.
MONDAY 11:00 am – 12:00 pm- Evangelos Razis, Professional Staff Member, U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee; AI policy lead for the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade
Legal Policy Committee Meeting
Join the NAM for a bi-annual meeting focused on litigation and regulatory updates and a briefing on efforts to mobilize the DOJ to combat asbestos trust fraud and abuse, including a response to the DOJ’s RFI on state laws with…
MONDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm- Michael A. Fragoso, Partner, Torridon Law, PLLC
Health Policy Committee Meeting (Rep. Harshbarger)
Join the NAM for a policy discussion on health care priorities, including PBM reform, telehealth, and FDA oversight, with updates and opportunities for member feedback.
MONDAY 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm- Rep. Diana Harshbarger, U.S. Representative (R-TN); Member, Health Subcommittee, House Committee on Energy and Commerce
