CONFERENCE AGENDA
Our 2-day Trade Show & Conference features 3 Keynote Presentations, 25 Breakout Conference Sessions and a variety of additional networking and connecting opportunities! Session speakers and descriptions will be announced soon.
Monday, February 23rd
PRE-CONFERENCE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES AND EVENTS!
5:30PM - 8:00PM
Coolest Things Made in Missouri Awards
In partnership with Springfield Business Journal, we are excited to host this statewide celebration of Missouri Manufacturing, showcasing 16 innovative, creative, and flat-out cool products made right here in the Show Me State.
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Attendees to the Midwest Manufacturers Trade Show & Conference receive special pricing to attend this event!
Tuesday, February 24th
7:00AM - 5:00PM
9:00AM - 5:00PM
REGISTRATION OPEN
EXHIBIT HALL OPEN TO ATTENDEES
8:00 - 9:00AM
OPENING KEYNOTE: Brandon Dempsey
Be Part of the Story: Designing Growth You–and Others–Want to Live In
The best leaders don’t react — they design. Brandon Dempsey helps leaders intentionally craft their days, teams, and cultures around what drives purpose and performance. You’ll discover how to unlock your own potential while empowering others to do the same.
Brandon Dempsey
9:00 - 11:00AM
Trade Show Floor Open | Visit Exhibitors
11:00AM - 12:00PM
KEYNOTE SESSION: To Be Announced!
12:00 - 1:00PM
Lunch | Networking | Visit Exhibitors
Conference
Tracks
Track Sponsors
1:30 - 2:30PM
3:30 - 4:30PM
5:30 - 8:00PM
Reception, Dinner, Keynote Presentation & MO MFG Hall of Fame Ceremony
DINNER KEYNOTE
From Story to Strategy: Inspiring Culture and Connection in Leadership
Rob Alberino, Vice President of Content & Production for the Kansas City Chiefs, will share how powerful storytelling can build strong organizational culture and inspire leadership at every level. Whether you're leading a team of two or two hundred, this session will leave you motivated and equipped to engage your people in meaningful ways.
Rob Alberino
VP of Content & Production, Kansas City Chiefs
Missouri Manufacturers Hall of Fame
Class of 2026 Induction Ceremony
The Class of 2026 Inductees will be announced soon!
Wednesday, February 25th
7:30AM - 1:30PM
8:00AM - 1:30PM
REGISTRATION OPEN
EXHIBIT HALL OPEN TO ATTENDEES
Conference
Tracks
Leadership
Economic Playbook
Workforce/HR
Operations & Innovation
Marketing
9:00 - 10:00AM
10:30 - 11:30AM
11:30 - 1:00PM
Lunch | Networking | Exhibitor Giveaways
Session times, topics and speakers are subject to change.