Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Webinar Series
Event Start Date:
October 24, 2023
Event Start Time:
10:00 AM
Event Location:
MRC’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) webinar series aims to provide invaluable insights, implementation strategies, and knowledge from technology experts so you can effectively improve your operations.
By participating in these webinars, you’ll have the opportunity to understand how to harness the power of AMT to gain a competitive edge, stay ahead of industry trends, and transform your business. Join our monthly webinars to take advantage of these benefits!
Tuesday, Sep. 26 | 10 AM – 11:30 AM
This webinar will demonstrate how accurate AI predictions can be when provided with trusted data for analysis.
Presented by:
Dr. Kamram Afshar – President | KAA Consulting
Dr. Afshar has been the chief economist for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce since 2013, which is when he also started to host the Economic Pulse, a weekly radio show that covers current economic events impacting the Lehigh Valley. Dr. Afshar is also the President of Kamran Afshar Associates, Inc. (KAA) is a consulting firm specializing in data analytics, market research, customer satisfaction surveys, and economic analysis. Dr. Afshar also served as the Director of the Data Analytics Center at DeSales University.
Chris Defrain – Consultant | Growth Consulting Services
As CFO of the $70MM Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group, DBA Red Robin, Chris DeFrain sparked growth through his insightful financial and operations guidance. Chris served as a strategic advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Leadership team throughout business and economic challenges, delivering leadership across IT, purchasing, payroll, accounting, and HR systems. Chris regularly cultivates trust with both internal and external partners including banking entities and suppliers, strengthening the firm’s financial position while negotiating favorable terms and win-win agreements.
Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 10 AM – 11:30 AM
This webinar will discuss what you should consider before implementing an ERP or MRP to help streamline your business.
Presented by:
Scott Holter – Meaden & Moore | Director, ERP Consulting Services
Scott has spent more than 25 years in manufacturing and technology consulting, working with manufacturers of all types and sizes. He has extensive experience with multiple software applications, not only assisting clients with evaluating and selecting software, but also improving the utilization of existing software. He has led dozens of projects to evaluate, recommend and select enterprise software in a way that maximizes the investment. In that time, Scott has reviewed, evaluated and audited more than 80 different enterprise software products.
Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 10 AM – 11:30 AM
This webinar will focus on the flexibility and adaptability of collaborative robots in manufacturing.
Presented by:
Connor Carroll – Robot Sales Engineer | Applied Controls
Connor is a Robot Sales Engineer at Applied Controls, Inc., where he helps identify, implement, and support robotic solutions that create business value. Prior to joining Applied Controls, Connor worked at Johnson Matthey as a Production Supervisor, a Quality Engineer, and a Process Control Engineer. In these roles, Connor supervised a team of engineers and operators, managed product quality for various customers and led multiple continuous improvement projects. Connor is passionate about finding innovative and sustainable solutions for the manufacturing industry and delivering value to our customers. Connor looks forward to collaborating with diverse and talented professionals to ultimately contribute to the growth and success of an organization.
Tim Graham – Business Development Manager| Universal Robots
Business Development Manager for Universal Robots with over a decade of experience in automation and manufacturing. Prior to UR I worked as a controls Engineer and Product Manager for Schneider Packaging Equipment. Tim leverages his extensive background in machine design and implementation, to offer a technical approach to understanding a company’s needs, allowing him to align cutting-edge technologies with tailored solutions. Tim’s primary focus is on helping organizations identify and implement process improvements that not only reduce operating costs but also enhance product quality and effectively overcome production challenges.
Collaborative Robots
Tuesday, Nov. 14
Register Via Zoom
Who Should Attend?
Safety, Quality, Operations, Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, and HR. Register your entire team to explore and discover technologies that will help you solve some of your most difficult challenges!
Presenter and Co-host
Shawn Furman | MRC AMT Strategy Manager
Shawn has a 20-year proven, well rounded background in leading process improvements at industry icons directing or managing teams in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Maintenance Management, or combinations of both. Shawn provides the experience and talent small and mid-sized manufacturers need to help them implement their technology roadmap and guide them through the implementation of transformative technologies that are critical to compete and drive their companies into the future.
Questions?
Contact Nicole Pierce at (484) 655-4873 or nicole.pierce@mrcpa.org.
Note: All registration fees must be received in advance of the date of your event. MRC must be notified two weeks in advance of this event if you need to cancel, otherwise we can only grant a credit to another MRC event. Remember, you can also send a substitute.