Elevate Your Career in Just Half a Day
In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means staying informed, connected, and equipped with the right leadership tools. Designed for professionals under the age of 35, the FABTECH Emerging Leaders Program is your fast-track to professional growth—delivering valuable insights, skill-building sessions, and exclusive networking opportunities—all in just one afternoon.
Lunch & Keynote
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Leading the Charge: How Emerging Leaders Can Drive Profitable Growth in Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by a multifaceted convergence of IT, OT, and cybersecurity, along with the rise of AI and the imperative for sustainable practices. This keynote will equip emerging leaders with the insights and strategies needed to navigate this dynamic landscape and build the factory of the future - a future that prioritizes profitable growth.
Speaker: Gerry Abbey, Director of Product Marketing, Copia Automation
1:15 – 2:15 PM
Blue-Collar Leadership & Teamwork: Discover the Traits that Separate High Impact Team Members from Average Team Members
Discover many of the character traits that separate high impact team players from the rest of the team. The competitive advantage for every high impact individual is intentionally developing 360° authentic, character-based influence regardless of position, title, rank, or years of service. When you value, adopt, and model high impact character traits, you will always create not only a personal and professional advantage for yourself, but also a competitive advantage for your team and your organization.
Speakers: Mack Story and Ria Story, Blue-Collar Leadership
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Transforming Conversations to Drive Effective Decision Making
In this dynamic session, participants will discover the power of motivational interviewing (MI) techniques to enhance their conversational skills and drive effective decision-making within their teams. We will explore key strategies such as active listening, open-ended questioning, and reflective feedback, all designed to foster collaborative dialogue and empower team members. Attendees will learn how to create a supportive environment that encourages engagement and commitment, ultimately leading to more informed and collaborative decision-making processes. By the end of the session, participants will leave equipped with practical tools to transform their conversations, improve team dynamics, and enhance overall organizational effectiveness. Join us to unlock the potential of your conversations and elevate your leadership impact!
Speaker: Adrienne Wise, LPC, CCTP, CEO, Wise Choice Counseling and Consulting Services®️
