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: 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
Trade Forum: Molly Newell, Senate Finance Committee
Join the NAM for a discussion on how Congress is responding to the Supreme Court decision on IEEPA tariffs, the use of new tariff authorities, and broader priorities including the Joint Review of USMCA.
THURSDAY 9:00 am – 10:00 am- Molly Newell, Chief International Trade Counsel to the Chairman of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee
NAM Packaging EPR Virtual Meeting
Join the NAM for a deep dive into packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, including who is covered, producer obligations, producer responsibility organizations, compliance implications, and notable state provisions such as California’s SB 54.
THURSDAY 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Military to Manufacturing Fort Riley Career Fair
Join this event for a career fair connecting transitioning service members to manufacturing opportunities.
THURSDAY 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Export-Import Bank Briefing
Join the NAM for a briefing and conversation with Export–Import Bank representatives on their three-point reauthorization plan, actions ahead of a House Financial Services Committee hearing, and ways stakeholders can support timely reauthorization.
TUESDAY 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
ITP: USTR Critical Minerals FRN
Join the NAM for a member-only virtual discussion to review and refine draft comments to the U.S. Trade Representative on a plurilateral critical minerals trade agreement with like-minded partners.
MONDAY 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
USMCA Task Force – March Meeting
Join the NAM for a discussion bringing together policymakers, Congressional leaders, and business executives to outline a blueprint for North American manufacturing leadership, emphasizing regional co-production, competitiveness, and a strong pro-manufacturing vision.
THURSDAY 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
NAM Spring 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
Join the NAM for a board of directors gathering focused on organizational priorities, strategic direction, and member engagement.
SUNDAY 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
CMA Member Orientation
Join the NAM for an orientation session for CMA member association staff to learn how CMA operates, engage with the network, partner on shared advocacy priorities, and access available member resources.
THURSDAY 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
