Challenge and Promise:
Manufacturing Renewal in Vermont and the Nation
Luncheon with National Association of Manufacturers’ Senior Vice President
and Leaders in Vermont Manufacturing
Thursday, January 29 | Capitol Plaza Hotel, Montpelier
On January 29, Associated Industries of Vermont will host a special luncheon event at the Capitol Plaza in Montpelier featuring the National Association of Manufacturer’s Senior Vice President of External Affairs Ned Monroe and key leaders from Vermont’s manufacturing community and state government.
We will discuss the critical economic issues facing Vermont and the rest of the country, “what’s next” for the challenges and potential for manufacturing, and new collaborative initiatives between AIV and the Manufacturing Institute both to inspire and empower the next generation of Vermonters for careers in manufacturing and technology and to strengthen the skills and opportunities for today’s workforce.
This is a don’t miss event for Vermont’s manufacturing, technology, and other business communities, as well as Vermont leaders in education, workforce placement and training, and economic development.
Members and non-members are welcome to register by registering online or printing out and returning the registration form available at www.aivt.org. Registration is required by January 26.
For more information or to learn about sponsorship options and benefits, contact us at [email protected].
Employers interested in joining AIV should ask about complimentary registrations!
11:00 Registration
11:30 Remarks and Q and A with Lt. Governor Phil Scott
11:50 Overview of AIV and Manufacturing Institute Education and Workforce Initiatives
12:00 Lunch Served
12:15 Addresses and Q and A on the Challenges and Potential for Manufacturing Nationally and from the Vermont Perspective
Ned Monroe, Senior Vice President of External Affairs, National Association of Manufacturers
Janette Bombardier, Vermont Senior Location Executive, IBM
Tim Smith, Executive Director, Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation
1:30 Wrap Up
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