The National Association of Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Institute will host its fifth annual Workforce Summit — Skills at Scale: Delivering America’s Competitive Advantage — October 26–28, 2026, in Indianapolis.
This year’s Summit focuses on the workforce capabilities manufacturers need to grow and compete. Industry leaders, practitioners and experts will share practical approaches for building strong talent pipelines, developing technical and digital skills and supporting a workforce prepared for rapid technological change. Across keynotes, case studies and peer discussions, attendees will learn what leading manufacturers are doing to improve retention, expand training and create work environments that support long-term success. The Summit is designed for participants to walk away with actionable strategies they can implement immediately.

