2017 Minnesota Manufacturers Summit
Friday, October 6
Hilton Minneapolis
1001 South Marquette Avenue
Working Agenda
9:30 a.m. Registration
10:00 a.m. Welcome
Doug Loon, president, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Eric Gibson, president, UMC Inc. and Chairman, Minnesota Manufacturers Coalition
10:15 a.m. Growing apprenticeships in manufacturing
Apprenticeship programs are not only a recruitment and retention tool, but according to the Department of Labor, companies with apprenticeship programs see increased productivity, reduced waste and greater innovation. Registered apprenticeship programs provide options for adult workers, and the recently passed Youth Skills Training program is opening up new options for high school student learners to participate in work based internships and apprenticeships in manufacturing. Learn how these manufacturers are leveraging apprenticeships to compete for the best employees.
Jaci Dukowitz, director of human resources, training & development, sales & marketing, UMC, Inc.
Jessica Looman, deputy commissioner, Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry
Lance Louis, chief operating officer, Louis Industries, Inc.
11:00 a.m. Using Smart Manufacturing to leverage productivity and profits
The “Internet of Things” (IoT) is revolutionizing manufacturing. It has allowed manufacturers to improve efficiency and increase productivity. Minnesota is a world leader in IoT production, only third behind Tel Aviv and Amsterdam. Combined with Minnesota’s legacy of innovation in manufacturing, the convergence of these two economic assets presents a significant opportunity for Minnesota manufacturers.
Bill Gray, president, Uponor North America
Matt Russo, senior director, product security, Medtronic
Derek Wallace, director of product management, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
11:45 a.m. Lunch served
12:15 p.m. Hormel Foods: A Long-Term Growth Story
Hormel Foods is a global branded food company with over $9 billion in annual revenue across 75 countries worldwide. With its balanced portfolio of more than 30 beloved brands, the company has a track record for success and is uniquely positioned to succeed. In 2016 Hormel Foods celebrated its 125th anniversary and announced its new vision for the future -- Inspired people. Inspired Food.
Jim Snee, president and chief executive officer, Hormel Foods Corporation
1:00 p.m. Adjourn