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FBT Connect™ Manufacturing

April 08, 2025 8:30 am EST TQL Stadium | Cincinnati, OH

FBT Connect™ Manufacturing is specifically designed to draw together leaders from across manufacturing, united by passion for their craft and a desire to lead their industry into the future.

What to Expect

FBT Connect™ Manufacturing is a one-day conference taking a wholistic view of the industry at large—from a futurist keynote visualizing the manufacturing world ahead to experts shedding light on regulatory changes, challenges and opportunities. This is a must-attend event for manufacturers looking to stay ahead of industry trends and drive innovation within their own organizations.

Why Attend

This manufacturing conference is a unique opportunity to forge connections and draw upon insight from across the industry spectrum, whether consumer-facing products, heavy industrials, mobility or supply chain. FBT Connect™ Manufacturing offers you valuable perspectives on recent developments and what leading companies are doing to strengthen their position and compete in an evolving marketplace.

Register for FBT Connect™ Manufacturing

FBT Connect™ Panels & Topics

Registration and Networking Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will begin at 12:00 p.m. Following the last panel, there will be a Networking Reception from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Keynote | The Future of Manufacturing

Where Old World and New World Systems Collide

Join futurist Thomas Frey as he reveals how machine-to-machine (M2M) systems are transforming manufacturing into an ecosystem of intelligent, self-optimizing factories where AI-driven robots, smart materials, and real-time data exchange work seamlessly together. But this isn’t a future without people—human operators will play vital roles as strategic overseers, designers, and problem-solvers, guiding the system while machines handle the repetitive, precision-based tasks. With M2M networks automating everything from production line adjustments to supply chain logistics, manufacturers will see unprecedented levels of efficiency, reduced waste, and the ability to produce custom products faster than ever before. Frey will explain how the balance between human ingenuity and machine precision will unlock a new era of productivity, and how companies that harness this collaboration will dominate in a world where speed, flexibility, and innovation determine success.

  • Keynote Speaker

    Thomas Frey

    Futurist

Powering the Industry

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Nearshoring Outlook: Opportunities, Trends and Challenges Impacting Manufacturers

Our nearshoring panel will provide an inside look at the seismic shifts happening in North American manufacturing, including the uncertainty surrounding tariffs and the ripple effects on national and cross-border supply chains. Other topics will include the risks and benefits of investing in infrastructure, M&A activity, supply chain challenges, the USMCA, and other factors that are top-of-mind for manufacturers. Participants will gain valuable insights into market-specific challenges as well as avenues for future collaboration and expansion in the manufacturing industry.

  • Moderator

    Eric A. Baker

    Partner

    Frost Brown Todd

Regulatory Impacts

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