The FABTECH Emerging Leaders Program will yield significant benefits for companies. By investing in leadership development programs, CEOs and business owners can bridge the leadership gap, ensuring a pipeline of skilled individuals ready to take on higher-level roles. This proactive approach not only prepares the organization for future challenges but also fosters an environment of continuous learning and adaptability.
Gerry, Director of Product Marketing at Copia Automation, brings 15 years of B2B and B2C software marketing experience to his role. With a background at Plex Systems and Rockwell Automation, he led key projects like the State of Smart Manufacturing report and launched the first annual State of Industrial DevOps report. Gerry is passionate about helping manufacturers optimize their operations through technology.
Mack Story started at the bottom, grew himself into upper management, and found his niche in lean manufacturing. He developed a passion for leadership while logging over 11,000 hours leading hundreds of leaders and thousands of their team members through process improvement, organizational change, and cultural transformation. Mack has published 15 workforce and leadership development books. His mission is to help leaders engage the frontline to improve the bottom line.
Ria Story is a motivational leadership speaker, TEDx Speaker, certified leadership trainer, and author of 20 books and journals, including Leadership Gems for Women and The Ladder of Influence®. She has spoken on leadership at Yale University, Capitol Hill, at John Maxwell International Certification Events, and with motivational speaker Les Brown. Ria has an MBA, a BS in Human Resources Management, and 20+ years of experience in leadership and management.
Adrienne Wise, LPC, CCTP is a compelling thought leader, visionary, and transformational speaker dedicated to supporting the professional empowerment of all individuals and workplace environments. In line with her relentless passion for helping individuals and organizations succeed, Adrienne founded Wise Choice Counseling and Consulting Services®, a global company that provides individual, corporate, and organizational leaders opportunities to build courage, confidence, and connections through workshops, resources, education, and coaching.
Industry Night
Get ready to roll the dice on an unforgettable evening at FABTECH Industry Night—Vegas style! Join us on Tuesday, September 9, as we bring the glitz and glam to Chicago and celebrate FABTECH heading to Las Vegas in 2026.
Expect Vegas-inspired drinks, delicious bites, and surprises that will have you feeling like you hit the jackpot. With live music, high-stakes fun, and plenty of chances to mingle with industry colleagues and new friends, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
A ticket to Industry Night is included when you sign up for the Emerging Leaders Program.