November 10
Exhibitor Check-in
Exhibitors may check in and set up their booths from 8 am – 5 pm. Check-in instructions will be sent out prior to the conference. For questions, please contact Melissa Tomberg at mtomberg@scbiznews.com.
Leadership Event
Explore different facets of strategic challenges, while identifying options for a successful outcome whether managing processes, procedures or people. 4.5 SHRM/HRCI credits offered. Lunch is included with this event, along with an invitation to the Welcome Cocktail Reception that includes 2 drink tickets. Pre-registration is required.
November 11
Manufacturing Expo
Visit the Manufacturing Expo to have access to our Exhibitors. The Expo Floor spans approximately three football fields in size and attendees are encouraged to explore the entire space. The Manufacturing Expo will be open to the public from 8 am - 5 pm.
Implementing Industry 4.0 Technology
Manufacturers are in a race to adopt and implement new manufacturing systems and technologies. The market defines whether a company remains competitive or not, and brands that adopt Industry 4.0 have a much better chance at success than their competitors. But keeping up with technology is not an easy task. […]
Driving Change: The Future of Electric Vehicles in South Carolina
2022 Economic Outlook: Auto, Aerospace, Biotech
How much have these industries been impacted because of recent events and shutdowns? Are they rebounding? What does the future hold? Industry experts will present the economic outlook for the Automotive, Aerospace and BioTech Industries.
November 12
Manufacturing Expo
Visit the Manufacturing Expo to have access to our Exhibitors. The Expo Floor spans approximately three football fields in size and attendees are encouraged to explore the entire space. The Manufacturing Expo will be open to the public from 8 am – 1 pm.
Women in Manufacturing: Leaders and Influencers
Women make up only 29% of the manufacturing workforce. However, the industry’s attitude toward recruiting and promoting women has been changing and the gender gap is narrowing. Executive women will share their past experiences and their hope for the future.
SCMEP Manufacturing Excellence Awards
Awards winners will be honored at 24th annual Salute to Manufacturing Awards Luncheon, the anchor event of the SC Manufacturing Conference and Expo. Award categories include: Innovator of Year, Outreach, Operational Excellence, Emerging Manufacturer and Lifetime Achievement. Judging process coordinated by SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership. You may register for this […]
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SCMEP: Providing Solutions for South Carolina Manufacturers
Operating under the US Dept. of Commerce, the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) is a private, non-profit group that exists to help small and mid-size manufacturing companies compete, grow and win.
The Council: Driving Economic Success Through Collaboration
The South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (The Council) is a non-partisan, business-led, non-profit driving long-term economic growth by managing the state’s industry clusters and providing research and resources industry clusters require to thrive.
SC Tech College System
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South Carolina Research Authority
By working in close alignment with academic institutions, entrepreneurs and industry, SCRA has defined three areas of focus: Advanced Manufacturing & Materials, Information Technology and Life Sciences. These sectors align with the strengths of the state’s workforce, institutional research and existing companies, and are drivers of innovation.
