Attend FABTECH Special Events to Stay at the Forefront of Your Industry

FABTECH® is back at Chicago’s McCormick Place September 13-16, bringing the industry together once again to see what is new and what is next. Learn from strong leaders who will share inspirational stories, real-world challenges, and solutions to help you transform your career or business at free 2021 FABTECH Special Events.

Monday, Sept. 13 | FABx Tech Talks: Manufacturing Leadership in a Time of Change

This year’s FABx will feature a powerful lineup of visionary leaders who are transforming the future of manufacturing. Hear how they stay competitive in this ever-changing tech world by increasingly integrating technologies like automation, artificial intelligence / AI, and data analytics into all aspects of how their operations.

Tuesday, Sept. 14 | Keynote: Into the Unknown: How Leadership, Ingenuity, and Perseverance Put a Rover on Mars
Adam Steltzner, Leader & Chief Engineer, NASA Mars 2020 Mission, Rover Perseverance

The Mars landing on Feb. 18, 2021, was more than a technological achievement, it is an extraordinary leadership accomplishment in the midst of a global pandemic. Keynote Adam Steltzner will show how you can overcome daunting obstacles in times of uncertainty
by sharing his own innovation challenges, leadership struggles, and flawless execution.

Tuesday, Sept. 14 | State of the Industry: Navigating into 2022

Manufacturers are faced with pressing questions as they strive to meet needs in supply, labor, and new technologies. A panel comprised of industry experts will address the burning questions this industry is currently facing on qualified workforce, automation, shop floor production, and the state of steel — prices, capacity, tariffs.

PANELISTS

Wednesday, Sept. 15 | Keynote: David Ankin, CEO of ToyMakerz Inc

David Ankin is a hands-on entrepreneur, former stunt man, motorcycle racer, and custom
motor vehicle fabricator specializing in one-off custom builds and OEM enhancements for
anything with wheels. As the owner of the shop and TV show Toymakerz, David is living his dream creating everything from monster trucks to race cars. He will share his secrets to success as a leader in the fabrication industry and his biggest inspiration.

Thursday, Sept. 16 | The Greatest Machines Ever Made: Cultivating the Next Generation of American Workers

Adam Genei, Owner of Mobsteel and Detroit Steel Wheel Co, will share his workforce development formula leading to a positive, invested, and competitive team, embodying the “out work everyone” attitude. His talk aims to prepare our next-generation workforce for navigating their way through our trades and businesses while focusing on character, work ethic, and long-term thinking.

Thursday, Sept. 16 | Leadership Exchange — Attracting & Preparing the Next Generation of Manufacturing Talent

The skills gap could lead to a shortage of millions of manufacturing workers in the next decade. Manufacturing is not like it used to be — a dirty, grimy job. This panel of experts, including FMA Foundation Director Ed Dernulc, will share how to engage, inspire, and prepare the next generation of the manufacturing workforce.

Haven’t signed up for these special events yet? Register now.

While you’re at FABTECH, visit the FMA Booth A3654 in the Forming & Fabricating Pavilion. Take a load off, network with FMA members, and get questions answered by member services specialists.