EDGE 2026: Bringing the Impossible to the Shop Floor.
EDGE 2026: Bringing the Impossible to the Shop Floor.
We believe lasting results are delivered from operational excellence, strategic leadership, and meaningful connections.
That's why we'd love to invite you to EDGE, an exclusive gathering for executives leading transformation in manufacturing.
Join us in downtown Chicago on Tuesday, Sept 15th for a curated experience for executives and decision-makers who value relevance over scale and connections that generate results.
A FEW IDEAS WE’LL DISCUSS
How and where AI is effective on the plant floor
Maintaining plant efficiency as veteran operators retire
Protecting margin as labor and material costs rise
Closing the gap between long-term strategic roadmaps and day-to-day realities
WHAT TO EXPECT
Heavy appetizers, an open bar, live jazz, and impeccable views of the river. Arrive ready to connect with like-minded peers and to hear from leaders at the forefront of our industry. Dress code is Business Casual.
6:00PM | Doors Open
6:40PM | Program
8:15PM | Networking
PROGRAM AGENDA
Welcome from Falconi Partners | Bernardo Miranda, Josh Clark, Gabriel Rodrigues
Keynote | The Future of the Shop Floor | Lucas Fernandes , VP of Solutions Engineering at Tractian
Keynote | Closed Loop Learning in Manufacturing | Devin Bhushan, Founder & CEO of Squint
Panel | Technical Impacts on Labor & Materials | Jeff Winters, VP at Belden & Vince Ambrosino, Former C-Suite Exec at McCain, Suntory, and PepsiCo
EDGE Awards
Closing
WHERE WE’LL MEET
Located along the iconic Chicago River, RPM Events offers a sophisticated setting with breathtaking views of the skyline.
317 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654