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Expo Hours
| Monday Sept. 8 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Tuesday Sept. 9 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Wednesday Sept. 10 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Thursday Sept. 11 | 9 AM — 3 PM |
Venue
McCormick Place
2301 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60616
About the Expo
North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event heads to McCormick Place in September 2025. FABTECH provides a convenient "one stop shop" venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing needs.
North America's Largest Metal Forming, Fabricating, Welding and Finishing Event
Management
F153: Leadership Transformation: From Boss to Inspirational Leader in Manufacturing
*This conference session requires registration and payment. Click here to register/add session to your registration.
I will discuss the essential transformation journey from a traditional managerial role to that of an inspirational leader, specifically within the context of the manufacturing industry. This session will explore the nuances of emotional intelligence, effective communication techniques, and the art of providing impactful feedback, all tailored to the unique environment of manufacturing. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of how to nurture and inspire their teams, leading to heightened employee engagement and productivity. By emphasizing real-world strategies and leadership methodologies, this session will equip manufacturing leaders with the tools to lead by example, fostering a culture of innovation and collaborative success.
Management Track Sponsor
About This Session
- Date: October 17, 2024
- Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am
- Room: Room S-330 F
- Level: Advanced
- Track: Management
Speaker
James Mayer
The Manufacturing Connector / Manufacturing Culture Podcast
Jim Mayer is a dynamic content creator and business coach known for his authentic and energetic approach. His company, The Manufacturing Connector, focuses on employee engagement and leadership development. Jim hosts the Manufacturing Culture Podcast and the YouTube show The Manufacturing Connector, highlighting stories of people, companies, and solutions that drive cultural change and innovation. His work showcases how manufacturing can positively impact local communities and create sustainable career paths.
FABTECH Conference
Tracks: 3D/Additive, Automation, Cutting, Laser, Forming & Fabricating, Job Shop, Lean, Management, Marketing & Sales, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Stamping, Workforce Development
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $499 | $599 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-8 Sessions)
| $795 | $900 |
CCAI Finishing Conference
| CCAI Finishing Conference | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
AWS Welding Conference
| AWS Welding Conference | Member Price | Non-Member Price* |
|---|---|---|
| One-Hour Sessions (W7, W8) | FREE | FREE |
| Two-Hour Sessions (W1, W2, W12, W13, W14) | $95 | $150 |
| Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
| Half-Day Sessions (W3, W10, W15) | $345 | $430 |
| Full-Day Sessions (W4, W6, W9, W11) | $565 | $665 |
| Professional Program (W16) | $395 | $495 |
| *Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership. | ||
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