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.
The NAM offers its members and guests discounted hotel rates in Washington, D.C. Learn more.
CMA 2026 Winter Leadership Conference
Join this event for leadership insights, best practices, and networking at a winter leadership conference.
WEDNESDAY 6:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Legal Policy Committee Task Force on Litigation Trends and Tactics
Join the NAM for a virtual discussion on litigation trends and tactics, including third-party litigation funding reform at the federal and state levels and other legal reform priorities.
FRIDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
USMCA Task Force Meeting – Dec 18
Join the NAM for a virtual discussion on USMCA developments, including updates from recent USTR hearings, congressional outreach on manufacturers’ priorities, developments with Mexico and Canada, and planning for the 2026 joint review.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
NAM Webinar: IEEPA Tariff Refund Outlook
Join the NAM for a briefing on the IEEPA-related tariff refund outlook, including updates on Supreme Court and Court of International Trade proceedings, DOJ positions on reliquidation, and considerations for company actions.
WEDNESDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm- Michael Jacobson, Partner, Hogan Lovells
- Katie Wellington, Partner, Hogan Lovells
AI Keys to Manufacturing Success: From Concept to Reality – Sustaining AI Success
Join the NAM for an inside look at real-world AI applications in manufacturing, including building scalable foundations, deploying models for operational efficiency and predictive maintenance, and sustaining AI at scale through continuous improvement, collaboration, and real-time insights.
WEDNESDAY 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Virtual Experience: The Future of Manufacturing Project: The Future of Digital Leadership
Join this event for insights into the future of manufacturing and digital leadership.
WEDNESDAY 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Innovating the Future 2025
Join this event for insights on innovation and future trends shaping 2025.
WEDNESDAY 12:00 pm – 11:00 am
The Future of Manufacturing Project
Join this event for insights on how digital leadership is shaping the future of manufacturing, including strategies, skills, and transformation best practices.
TUESDAY 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Compliance, Clarity & Cost Control: Aud*ts Happen
Join the NAM for a webinar series exploring strategies to manage evolving tax compliance for manufacturers, including mastering exempt sales, optimizing use tax with automation, and preparing for audits.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Luke Marlatt, Solution Consultant – Tax Research, Avalara
- David Knuff, Use Tax – Solution Consultant, Avalara
- Scott Peterson, VP, U.S. Tax Policy and Government Relations, Avalara
A Proven Playbook for Strategic Energy Procurement
Join the NAM for insights on strategic energy procurement—treating energy like a financial market to reduce risk, strengthen supplier negotiations, ensure regulatory compliance, align analytics with on-site generation and efficiency goals, and optimize supply across electricity, natural gas, renewables, and…
TUESDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Association Partnerships – F&B Legislative Landscape Webinar
Join the NAM for a discussion of the evolving federal and state landscape on food chemical safety, including emerging legislation on artificial colors and additives, new labeling requirements, and implications for manufacturers across the food and packaging supply chains.
MONDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm- Bill Bissett, President, West Virginia Manufacturers Association
- Donovan Griffith, Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association
- John Hewitt, Senior Vice President, Packaging & Sustainability and State Affairs, Consumer Brands Association
AI Keys to Manufacturing Success: Cutting Through the Hype with Practical AI Solutions
Join the NAM for a practical exploration of how manufacturers can move beyond AI hype to build scalable foundations, deploy models that improve operational efficiency and predictive maintenance, and sustain AI at scale through continuous improvement, collaboration, and real-time insights.
THURSDAY 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
