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Interested in Speaking at the 2025 Top Shops Conference?
Application Deadline: April 25th, 2025

Help Shape the Future of Manufacturing

2025 Top Shops Conference will showcase a lineup of world-class industry experts sharing practices and technologies utilized by top performers in discrete parts manufacturing. Modeled after the renowned Top Shops industry benchmarking program, the 2025 Top Shops Conference will take place November 11 – 12 at the legendary NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

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The conference will feature several Modules, each of which will have a select number of presentations. The modules are listed below, and each includes several presentation topic ideas. Do you have presentation topics in mind that are not listed below? As long as your ideas relate to one of the four modules, we are open to those, too. 

​Module 1: Shopfloor Practices & Procedures

  • Potential Topics:

    • Advanced Setup and Changeover Techniques

    • Quality Control Best Practices

    • Tool Management and Optimization

    • Scheduling and Procedures to Minimize Downtime

    • Real-Time Monitoring and Data Collection

    • Data-Driven Process Control

 

Module 2: Machining Technologies

  • Potential Topics:

    • Advancements in CNC Machining

    • Safe Techniques to Increase Cutting Speeds

    • Multi-Axis Machining and Programming

    • Integrated CAD/CAM Workflows

    • Shop Floor Automation and Robotics

    • Advancements in Artificial Intelligence

    • Developments in Cutting Tool Materials and Coatings

    • Incorporating 3D Printing into Traditional Machining

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Module 3: Business Strategies

  • Potential Topics:

    • Financial Management for Machine Shops

    • Marketing Strategies in Manufacturing

    • Supply Chain and Vendor Management

    • Implementing ERP/MRP Systems

    • Lean Business Practices

    • Techniques for Managing Customers

    • Sustainability and Energy Saving Practices

 

Module 4: Human Resources

  • Potential Topics:

    • Workplace Culture and Employee Engagement

    • Employee Training and Development

    • Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Top Industry Talent

    • Managing a Multigenerational Workforce

    • Leadership Development and Succession Planning

    • Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders

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If Selected You Will Receive:

  • One complimentary conference registration

  • One half-price conference registration for a guest

  • Inclusion in the conference brochure and website (name, bio, company, presentation title, social media links)

  • Customized social media graphics to promote your presentation

  • Complimentary access to the Top Shops Awards and Reception on November 11th

  • Complimentary refreshments and meals

  • Access to post-conference materials

 

​Please note that all speakers should prepare to be on the Conference stage for 20-25 minutes while allowing 5-10 minutes at the end of the presentation for a brief question and answer period.

​​Submit Your Presentation

Submit your abstract by April 25, 2025. We'll notify selected speakers soon after.

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