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.

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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

15
October 2026
Members Only · In-Person Event | Washington, DC

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 Lunch: Association AI Strategy & Benchmarking Discussion
20
October 2026
Members Only · Virtual Event

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
Featured Speakers:
  • August Pfluger, Republican Study Committee Chairman; senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Homeland Security Committee
CMA Insights: Association AI Strategy & Benchmarking Discussion
26–28
October 2026
Multi-Day · In-Person Event | Indianapolis, IN

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 Workforce Summit
12–13
November 2026
Multi-Day · In-Person Event | Washington, DC

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.

2026 Manufacturing Legal Summit
13–15
January 2027
Members Only Multi-Day · In-Person Event | Baltimore, MD

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.

CMA Winter Leadership Conference

Past Events

18
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING FOR USMCA REVIEW

Join the NAM for an organizational member-only meeting to prepare for the USMCA review, outline working groups across key sectors, and coordinate input for USTR consultations.

TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING FOR USMCA REVIEW
14
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

NAM Regulatory Policy Committee Meeting featuring Susan Lent, Partner, Akin

Join the NAM for a virtual discussion on federal regulatory priorities, featuring insights on energy and transportation infrastructure and updates for manufacturers.

FRIDAY 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Susan Lent, Partner, Akin
NAM Regulatory Policy Committee Meeting featuring Susan Lent, Partner, Akin
13
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

NAM Corporate Finance Policy Committee Meeting Featuring Mike Lucia, Director at Patomak Global Partners

Join the NAM for a policy discussion on corporate governance and SEC developments, including expectations for the new Congress and administration, with updates from staff and member Q&A.

THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Mike Lucia, Director, Patomak Global Partners; advisor to SEC Chairman-Designee Paul Atkins; former staff director, House Financial Services Committee’s Capital Markets Subcommittee
NAM Corporate Finance Policy Committee Meeting Featuring Mike Lucia, Director at Patomak Global Partners
11
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

NAM Health Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Neal Dunn, Vice Chair, House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health

Join the NAM for an in-person policy discussion with Rep. Neal Dunn on healthcare and food policy priorities, including pharmaceutical, PBM and insurance issues, FDA regulation, diet-related chronic illness and other topics affecting manufacturers.

TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Rep. Neal Dunn, Vice Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health (R-FL)
NAM Health Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Neal Dunn, Vice Chair, House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health
10
February 2025
Past Event

Workplace and Legal Implications of the DEI Executive Order

Join the MI for a webinar exploring the workplace implications of the new executive order on diversity, equity, and inclusion, including practical guidance for employers on compliance and risk management.

MONDAY 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Sheila Abron, Partner, Fisher Phillips (Columbia, SC); Co-Chair, Affirmative Action and Federal Contract Compliance Practice Group
Workplace and Legal Implications of the DEI Executive Order
07
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

NAM Tech Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Obernolte, House AI Task Force Co-Chair

Join the NAM for an in-person discussion with Rep. Jay Obernolte on the implementation of the House Artificial Intelligence Task Force’s recommendations and to exchange manufacturers’ perspectives on AI policy and deployment.

FRIDAY 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Rep. Jay Obernolte, Chair, House Artificial Intelligence Task Force
NAM Tech Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Obernolte, House AI Task Force Co-Chair
07
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

NAM Tax Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Max Miller, House Ways and Means Committee

Join the NAM for a discussion with Congressman Max Miller on the House Ways and Means Committee’s agenda, along with updates on tax policy and the Manufacturing Wins Tax 2025 campaign.

FRIDAY 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Rep. Max Miller, U.S. Representative (R-OH), Member, House Ways and Means Committee
NAM Tax Policy Committee Meeting with Rep. Max Miller, House Ways and Means Committee
06
February 2025
Members Only · Past Event

Legal Policy Committee

Join the NAM for a discussion on anticipated state attorney general enforcement in 2025, along with updates on litigation and legal policy developments.

THURSDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Featured Speakers:
  • Rebecca Fiebig, Partner, Wiley Rein
  • JJ Darby, Outgoing Committee Chair, J&J
  • Mary Garceau, Incoming Committee Chair, Sherwin-Williams
Legal Policy Committee