U.S. Congressman Estes to speak 2024 Manufacturing Summit
U.S. Congressman Ron Estes will share the latest manufacturing policy news from the federal government at the 2024 Kansas Manufacturing Summit, the Kansas Manufacturing Council announced Tuesday.
Kansas Chamber VP of Government Affairs Eric Stafford will provide updates about manufacturing policy and regulations from Kansas state government.
The seventh annual Summit happens on October 8th and 9th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita.
The summit is open to all Kansas manufacturers and any business that supports the state's manufacturing industry, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the industry. Attendees will leave armed with the latest economic, hiring and policy news to be an employer of choice and streamline operations for excellence.
Keynote speakers for this year's summit are HR expert Chris Czarnik and economist Dr. Mary Kelly.
Dr. Mary Kelly, a renowned economist and former naval intelligence officer, will provide an economic forecast and discuss how manufacturers can navigate post-2024 election changes and economic uncertainty to safeguard their bottom lines.
Chris Czarnik, a former military officer and career coach, will discuss transforming talent acquisition and using new strategies to recruit, retain, and develop great employees.
The summit also will provide attendees opportunities to network, meet with industry suppliers, and learn about manufacturing resources and industry trends.
"With more than 11% of working Kansans employed in manufacturing, this annual summit helps to showcase this important industry and recognizes the vital role it plays in the Kansas economy," said Brandie McPherson, Kansas Manufacturing Council Executive Director. "The summit also connects manufacturers with the latest industry news and trends. As technology continues to change the landscape of our economy, gatherings like this are vital for Kansas to maintain its spot on the cutting edge of manufacturing.
The summit is part of the month-long celebration of National Manufacturing Month and is led by the Kansas Manufacturing Council, in partnership with Kansas Manufacturing Solutions and the Kansas Chamber.
"The 2024 Kansas Manufacturing Summit is a tremendous opportunity for manufacturers to learn from peers and industry experts about how to navigate the challenges being faced in today’s manufacturing industry,” said Tiffany Stovall, CEO of Kansas Manufacturing Solutions. “The topics being addressed at this summit have been selected based upon feedback from Kansas manufacturers. So, we know they will find value in attending this informative and engaging event.”
The two-day event includes the Coolest Celebration Reception.
The winners of the 2024 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas also will be announced during the summit. The competition features two categories; the People's Choice and Coolest Innovation.
Registration for the 2024 summit can be completed at www.KSMfgSummit.com.
Contact Jeanna Lee at JeannaL@KansasChamber.org to learn more about summit sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities.
