The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Manufacturers Resource Center and Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation present the 2024 Lehigh Valley Manufacturing Forum on Thursday, October 3 at the Delta Hotel by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley.

Welcome to the Lehigh Valley Manufacturing Forum, a hub for professionals, businesses, and stakeholders in the vibrant manufacturing community. This forum serves as a dedicated platform for discussing the unique opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping our local manufacturing landscape.

• Explore the diverse array of industries thriving in the Lehigh Valley, from food processing and plastics to metals and machinery.

• Discuss key initiatives driving growth, such as workforce development, infrastructure investments, and sustainability practices.

• Share insights on leveraging regional strengths like access to major markets, skilled labor pools, and educational institutions.

• Collaborate on solutions to common industry challenges, such as supply chain management, regulatory compliance, and technology adoption.

• Network with peers, industry leaders, and government representatives to foster partnerships and business opportunities.

Whether you’re a manufacturer, supplier, service provider, or community stakeholder, this forum invites you to contribute your expertise, learn from others, and collectively advance the manufacturing sector in the Lehigh Valley. Let’s build a stronger, more resilient manufacturing community together!

Presentations:

• Welcome to PA Senate District 16 – State Senator Jarrett Coleman
• Keynote: Economic Strategies for Manufacturers – Wilmington Trust Investment Strategist Alexander Hino
• Harrisburg Update: PA Department of Community and Economic Development, Deputy Secretary of Technology and Entrepreneurship – Jen Gilburg
• Manufacturing Trends in the Lehigh Valley: LVEDC President & CEO Don Cunningham
• Workforce Update: Workforce Board LV Director of Community Planning Gina Kormanik
• Managing Your Company’s Online Reputation: Vault Communications Senior Vice President – Brittany Tressler
• Cyber Security – Is Your Business Protected? – EZ Micro Solutions
• Legislative Update: U.S. Congresswoman Susan Wild (PA-7)
• Trends in Energy Efficiency: Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategy Manager at MRC Shawn Furman
• 2024 Manufacturing Tax and Efficiency Insights: Tax Credits, Green New Deal, Inflation Reduction Act, DOE Money- CLA – CliftonLarsonAllen – Business Consulting Services
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Plus: The 2024 Lehigh Valley Manufacturer of the Year Award presentation – Crayola.

Visit the exhibit tables and get your Passport Card stamped to be entered to win.

DATE:  Thursday, October 3, 2024

TIME:
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration, Networking, Breakfast, Exhibits, Passports Stamped

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program 

LOCATION:
Delta Hotel by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley
7736 Adrienne Drive, Breinigsville PA 18001

Presenting Partners – Manufacturers Resource Center and Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation

Single Admission Ticket: $100
Registration via the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce website 

Register Here!