​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