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.
Pittsburgh, PA
December 2026 date TBC
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.
The NAM offers its members and guests discounted hotel rates in Washington, D.C. Learn more.
NAM Energy Roundtable: Navigating an Evolving Energy Landscape
Join the NAM for a roundtable discussion on the evolving energy landscape and how manufacturers can respond to grid reliability concerns, capacity market shifts, infrastructure investment needs and regulatory developments with practical risk management and resilience strategies.
WEDNESDAY 11:30 am – 1:00 pm- Lindsey Short, OMA Managing Director, Energy Services
NAM Energy Monthly Pulse
Join the NAM for a briefing on U.S. electricity and natural gas fundamentals, emerging market risks and the key factors shaping forward prices, with practical insights on managing energy procurement risk and market volatility.
TUESDAY 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm- Ben Walker, VP of Market Analytics at Environ
2026 Workforce Summit
The Manufacturing Institute’s fifth annual Workforce Summit ? Skills at Scale: Delivering America’s Competitive Advantage ? brings manufacturing leaders, educators and community partners together in Indianapolis to share proven strategies for attracting, training and retaining the manufacturing workforce.
MONDAY 1:30 pm – 12:00 pm
2026 Manufacturing Legal Summit
The fifth annual Manufacturing Legal Summit — the preeminent conference for manufacturing lawyers addressing the latest pressing challenges across the legal and regulatory landscape, with CLE-accredited sessions and peer networking in Washington, D.C.
CMA Winter Leadership Conference
The CMA Winter Leadership Conference convenes association CEOs and senior executives to unpack the trends and technologies shaping manufacturing, set the agenda for the year ahead and strengthen the peer network at the heart of the Council of Manufacturing Associations.
Past Events
Legal Policy Committee Task Force on Litigation Trends & Tactics
Join the NAM for a virtual discussion on legal reform and litigation trends affecting manufacturers, including third-party litigation funding, admissibility of expert testimony, abuses of consumer protection statutes, public nuisance, and strategies to respond to evolving litigation threats.
MONDAY 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Freshman House Republican Meet and Greet
Join the NAM for a meet-and-greet networking opportunity to connect with freshman House Republican Members of Congress about manufacturing priorities and the importance of the industry.
TUESDAY 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Trade Forum with Jay Allen
Join the NAM for a discussion on post-election U.S.–Canada trade and economic relations and the outlook for bilateral talks with Canadian officials.
THURSDAY 9:00 am – 10:00 am- Jay Allen, Minister (Economic), Embassy of Canada to the U.S.
- Jovita Neliupšienė, EU Ambassador to the U.S.
- Lea-Ann Bigelow, CBP Director, Trade Agreements and Textiles
MFG Day 2025: Making the Most of Your Event
Join the MI for a virtual session that dives into the latest research and practical strategies to build strong frontline leaders in manufacturing, with actionable tools for training, upskilling, and improving retention and engagement.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- John Karren, Partner, PwC
- Drew Goheen, Management Consultant, PwC
NAM Internal Member Discussion on 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credit
Join the NAM for an internal policy discussion on the 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production credit, exploring potential statutory changes and gathering member input to guide advocacy with Congress.
WEDNESDAY 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
VIRTUAL REGISTRATION: NAM Roundtable with Brien Lorenze, Executive Director, CPSC
Join the NAM for an introductory roundtable with the CPSC’s executive leadership to discuss agency priorities for consumer product safety, regulatory and compliance enforcement, import surveillance, and engagement with manufacturers.
WEDNESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Brien Lorenze, Executive Director, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: NAM Roundtable with Brien Lorenze, Executive Director, CPSC
Join the NAM for an introductory roundtable featuring CPSC Executive Director Brien Lorenze to discuss his background, goals, priorities, and the Commission’s regulatory, compliance enforcement, and import surveillance programs.
WEDNESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Brien Lorenze, Executive Director, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
CMA CEO Workshop: Rethinking Membership Models
Join the NAM for a peer-driven session exploring modern membership strategies for associations, including tiered and subscription models, aligning benefits with strategic priorities, differentiating value propositions, and actionable tactics to drive sustainable growth and engagement.
WEDNESDAY 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm- Cheryl Coleman, Recycled Materials Association (ReMA)
- Michael Gruber, Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA)
- Darlene Robbins, Northeast PA Manufacturers Association
- Erin Segrist, FMI – The Food Industry Association
