Manufacturing First

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Wisconsin's Manufacturing First Expo & Conference


Manufacturing is leading our economy forward, and Wisconsin is leading the way in manufacturing. Manufacturing First is a unique opportunity to gain perspectiveon issues that will make a difference for your business.

Manufacturing First is an event designed for Wisconsin Manufacturers to:

  • Showcase industry advances
  • Highlight successes
  • Announce the latest developments
  • Provide premier networking opportunities


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2011 Speakers Included

Event Emcee

BILL JARTZ, 5, 6, and 10 p.m. News Anchor for WBAY-TV and "Voice of Lambeau Field" for Green Bay Packer home game days was the emcee of our event.

Keynote Speaker

SCOTT N. PAUL of the Alliance for American Manufacturing gave a provocative discussion on the threat of global competition, international trade opportunities and how manufacturers can lead the way in job creation. Sponsored by BOLDT

Lunch Speaker

CHUCK WALLSCHLAEGER, of the Business Procurement Assistance Center at Madison Area Technical College shared his expertise in defense procurement, having served in that role for more than 20 years with the U.S. Army and Joint Chief of Staff.

Lunch Speaker

JACK HEINEMANN, director of the Wisconsin Security Research Consortium, discussed how he helped business people build relationships with government agencies and obtain federal funding.

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Tickets are $50 if purchased before September 1, 2012. After September 1, tickets will be $75. Ticket price includes access to the full day conference, expo, networking opportunities, and lunch.

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