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 at the world’s leading manufacturing companies. Next stop: Pittsburgh, PA, December 2026 (date to be confirmed). Learn more about Executive Edge.
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.
Upcoming Events
COSMA State Partner Briefing on Suncor v. Boulder: What We Heard and What It Could Mean for Climate Litigation
Join the NAM for a closed briefing on the Supreme Court climate case Suncor v. Boulder, its implications for manufacturers, state litigation trends and broader climate-related liability efforts.
THURSDAY 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
CMA Insights Lunch: Association AI Strategy & Benchmarking Discussion
Join the NAM for a discussion of benchmarking research and peer strategies on how associations are developing AI roadmaps, governance frameworks, risk management approaches and member-value initiatives.
THURSDAY 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
CMA Insights: Association AI Strategy & Benchmarking Discussion
Join the NAM for a discussion on energy policy, permitting reform and congressional priorities affecting manufacturers.
TUESDAY 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm- August Pfluger, Republican Study Committee Chairman; senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Homeland Security Committee
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
6.9 NAM-PAC Rep. Rudy Yakym Reception
Join the NAM for a reception honoring Rep. Rudy Yakym and a discussion of pro-manufacturing priorities, including his work on the House Ways and Means Committee.
MONDAY 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm- Rep. Rudy Yakym, U.S. Representative (R-IN-02)
Trade Forum with Make UK CEO
Join the NAM for a discussion on what’s in the U.S.-UK Economic Prosperity Deal, the status of ongoing talks, and insights into the UK’s approach to the next phase of negotiations.
THURSDAY 9:00 am – 10:00 am- Stephen Phipson, CEO, Make UK
How to Maximize Energy Efficiency Projects in Manufacturing
Join this event for insights and discussion relevant to the manufacturing community.
THURSDAY 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Updates on the Workplace and Legal Implications of the DEI Executive Order Webinar
Join the NAM for a practical discussion on the workplace and legal implications of the Executive Order on DEI, including recent DOJ and EEOC guidance and anticipated enforcement actions, with actionable compliance insights and Q&A.
THURSDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm- Sheila Abron, Partner, Fisher Phillips; Co-Chair, Affirmative Action and Federal Contract Compliance Practice Group
MFG Day 2025: Sponsorship Opportunities
Join this event for an overview of sponsorship opportunities that support a national manufacturing initiative to build the future workforce, including inclusive sponsorship levels, strategic benefits, and ways to align with community and talent development goals.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Workforce and Education Policy Committee Meeting
Join the MI for a discussion of President Trump’s Executive Order 14278 on preparing Americans for high-paying skilled trade jobs, highlighting key actions and gathering manufacturer feedback on improving federal workforce and apprenticeship programs.
WEDNESDAY 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NAM TRADE PAGE CALL
Join the NAM for a briefing on Section 232 investigations and bilateral trade negotiations, with an overview of NAM’s new trade data map and discussion of tariff proposals and advocacy plans.
WEDNESDAY 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Trade Forum CBP Director Trade Agreements and Textiles
Join the NAM for off-the-record discussions with the EU Ambassador, U.S. Customs and Border Protection leadership, and the Embassy of Canada on tariff negotiations, evolving trade policy in response to U.S. actions, and how companies should engage with customs on…
THURSDAY 9:00 am – 10:00 am- Jovita Neliupšienė, EU Ambassador to the U.S.
- Lea-Ann Bigelow, CBP Director of Trade Agreements and Textiles
- Jay Allen, Minister (Economic), Embassy of Canada to the U.S.
