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.
Pulse of Quality 2026: Accelerating Growth Through Quality Excellence
Join the NAM for a timely discussion on manufacturing policy priorities and industry trends.
TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tax Briefing: Proposed Regulations on FDDEI Sales and Dispositions
Join the NAM for a briefing and member feedback opportunity on newly proposed IRS regulations related to FDDEI, including analysis of how the rules affect sales, dispositions and related tax treatment for manufacturers.
TUESDAY 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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.
USMCA Task Force – August (VIRTUAL)
Join the NAM for a virtual discussion and update on USMCA developments, including ongoing U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada trade negotiations, tariff impacts and related policy issues affecting manufacturers.
TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Ambassador Greer, Ambassador who testified before the Senate Finance Committee on the President’s 2026 Trade Policy Agenda
- Minister LeBlanc, Canadian minister meeting with USTR officials on Section 338 tariffs
- Janice Charette, USMCA Chief Negotiator
NAM Member Call with FCC
Join the NAM for a member call on recent changes to the FCC’s Covered List, including the addition of advanced robotic devices and power inverters, with an overview of the agency’s approach and an opportunity for member questions and feedback.
TUESDAY 11:30 am – 12:15 pm- Adam Chan, Senior National Security Counsel to Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr
Eli Lilly and Analog Devices Plant Tour
Join the NAM for a plant tour featuring Eli Lilly and Analog Devices to explore advanced manufacturing operations and best practices.
TUESDAY 10:00 am – 8:30 am
CMA Summer Leadership Conference & Forum with State Manufacturing Leaders
The CMA Summer Leadership Conference brings manufacturing trade association CEOs and senior executives together for peer-driven strategy, leadership development and connection — and in 2026 includes the Forum with State Manufacturing Leaders, uniting national and state manufacturing associations around shared…
Special Trade Forum: USMCA Negotiations Readout
Join the NAM for a special trade forum on the latest developments in U.S.-Mexico USMCA negotiations, including a readout from Mexico City and insights on trade, supply chains and key manufacturing sectors.
TUESDAY 10:00 am – 11:00 am
