Annual Manufacturing Executives Conference

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This event is exclusively open to manufacturers, sponsors, and DVIRC-invited guests. Manufacturers who wish to invite a guest may do so by contacting Teri Grumbrecht at tgrumbrecht@dvirc.org

Join us for a valuable day filled with speakers, networking, and an optional round of golf! Hear from industry experts, learn best practices, and connect with our vibrant manufacturing community.

Schedule

  • 7:30–8:30am – Breakfast & Networking

  • 8:30am–12:00pm – Conference

  • 12:00–1:00pm – Lunch Buffet

  • 1:00pm – Golf

  • 5:30–7:15pm – Cocktails Reception

 

Not a member of a DVIRC Executive Network Group?
Spend the morning with us and experience the benefits of connecting with your peers, and our unique community of manufacturing leaders!

DVIRC’s network groups provide a unique opportunity for business leaders from various industries to come together in a confidential setting to share and solve common challenges, adopt best practices, and gain new leadership skills. Members obtain a network of trusted business advisors, business development opportunities, and industry resources.

Detailed Agenda

7:30 – 8:30am | Breakfast & Networking Scrambled eggs, bacon & sausage, home fries, fruit salad, bagels, danish, muffins, breads, orange juice, cranberry juice, coffee & tea

8:30am – 12:00pm | Conference

8:30 – 9:00am | Welcome & Opening Remarks Chris Scafario, President/CEO, DVIRC

  • Small Manufacturer of the Year: Precision Finishing Inc. (Presenter: Brian Deal)
  • Defense Supplier of the Year: Laboratory Testing (Presenter: Jim Donahue)
  • Sponsor Spotlight: Conybeare / Fairmount Partners

9:00 – 9:15am | Travis Manion Foundation An overview of the foundation and its impact on the military community

9:15 – 10:00am | Keynote Speaker 1 Bruce Katz, Founder, New Localism Associates

10:00 – 10:30am | Break & Open Networking Session

10:30 – 10:45am | Awards

  • Food Manufacturer of the Year: Herr Foods Inc. (Presenter: Alan Shell)
  • Mid-Sized Manufacturer of the Year: ThermOmega Tech (Presenter: Bud Tyler)
  • Sponsor Spotlight: BAM Workforce

10:45 – 11:30am | Keynote Speaker 2 Michael Eckhardt, Vice President, Chief Risk Officer, and Secretary, Wawa

  • Sponsor Spotlight: JP Morgan

11:30 – 11:45am | Awards

  • Life Sciences Manufacturer of the Year: Microsize (Presenter: Chris Boyd)
  • Manufacturer of the Year: B&G Manufacturing (Presenter: Sylvia Wower)

11:45am | Closing Remarks, Directions for Lunch and Golf, Adjourn Chris Scafario

12:00 – 1:00pm | Lunch Buffet Assorted sandwiches & sides, chips, cookies, and brownies

1:00 – 2:15pm | Golf Tee times starting at 1pm through 2:15pm

1:00 – 2:15pm | Cash Bar Open in the bar after lunch for golfers to enjoy a refreshment while they wait for their tee times

5:30 – 7:15pm | Cocktails Reception Cash bar

Confirmed Speakers

Michael Eckhardt

Senior Vice President, Wawa, Inc.

Bruce Katz

Founder, New Localism Associates