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SUMMARY:Machining the Future:  Innovation\, Resilience\, and Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Join Akron NTMA for an in-person executive panel created for manufacturing leaders shaping their 2026 strategy. \nAs 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. \nDesigned 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. \nThursday\, February 12\, 2026\n4:30pm – 7:30pm \nLocation:\nSheraton Hotel – Ballroom\n1989 Front St\, Cuyahoga Falls\, OH 44221 \nMembers: $75 | Non-Members: $85 \nRegister and More Info \nKey Takeaways\nBy attending you will gain: \n\n3D Printing for Traditional Shops – Practical guidance on when additive manufacturing makes sense and how to adopt it strategically.\nCMMC Essentials– What manufacturers need to know about CMMC requirements and their impact on government contracting.\nShop Automation Strategies – How automation can improve productivity\, reduce labor constraints\, and support scalable growth.\n2026 Economic Outlook– A clear view of inflation\, reshoring trends\, and market conditions impacting machine shops.\nExecutive Networking– Connect with fellow manufacturing leaders facing similar challenges and opportunities.\n\nThis 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. \nRegister and More Info
URL:https://ntmaakron.org/event/machining-the-future-innovation-resilience-and-readiness/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hotel – Ballroom\, 1989 Front St\, Cuyahoga Falls\, OH\, 44221\, United States
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