Machining the Future: Innovation, Resilience, and Readiness
Join Akron NTMA for an in-person executive panel created for manufacturing leaders shaping their 2026 strategy.
As manufacturers enter the new year, shop owners and decision-makers are navigating rising costs, rapid technological advances, and expanding compliance requirements—while also evaluating how automation can drive efficiency and competitiveness. This moderated panel brings together experts in finance, additive manufacturing, shop automation, and government CMMC compliance to deliver a practical, forward-looking “State of the Industry” discussion focused on real-world decision-making.
Designed for owners, presidents, VPs, and senior managers, this evening event combines strategic insight with actionable guidance you can apply directly in your shop. Enjoy food, drinks, networking with peers, and a focused panel discussion followed by audience Q&A.
Thursday, February 12, 2026
4:30pm – 7:30pm
Location:
Sheraton Hotel – Ballroom
1989 Front St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Members: $75 | Non-Members: $85
Key Takeaways
By attending you will gain:
- 3D Printing for Traditional Shops – Practical guidance on when additive manufacturing makes sense and how to adopt it strategically.
- CMMC Essentials– What manufacturers need to know about CMMC requirements and their impact on government contracting.
- Shop Automation Strategies – How automation can improve productivity, reduce labor constraints, and support scalable growth.
- 2026 Economic Outlook– A clear view of inflation, reshoring trends, and market conditions impacting machine shops.
- Executive Networking– Connect with fellow manufacturing leaders facing similar challenges and opportunities.
This session is designed to help manufacturing executives leave with ideas they can evaluate, prioritize, and act on as they plan for 2026—rather than broad trends with no clear next steps.