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to see what’s out there and how it already is transforming manufacturing, espe- cially in the metal forming industry.”
Keynotes, Panel Presentations Fuel Ideas, Inspiration
Don’t-miss keynote presentations and expert-panel presentations provide a formidable bang for your FABTECH buck. Make plans to attend these stellar presentations, held in the FABTECH Theater adjoining Hall D.
Monday, November 11
8:30-9:45 a.m.
Keynote: Chad Hennings
Drawing on his 9-yr. NFL career and three Super Bowl championships, as well as 45 successful combat missions as a U.S. Air Force pilot, Chad Hennings represents the philosophy that he lives by: Excellence is not a destination, but an identity.
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Leadership Exchange: Emerging & Advanced Technologies for Manufacturing 2020
An expert panel details real-world examples of how organizations employ advanced manufacturing and adopt new technology to stay competitive and add value. Panelists include Chan- dra Brown, CEO of MxD; Jason T. Ray, co-founder and CEO of Paperless Parts, Inc.; and Michael Walton, industry solution executive (manufacturing) for Microsoft.
Tuesday, November 12
8:30-10 a.m.
Keynote: Frank Abagnale
A renowned international cyberse- curity and fraud-prevention expert and known as one of the world’s most famous con men, Frank Abagnale pres- ents a two-part keynote. During the first part of his speech, titled Catch Me If You Can, as are the book and movie chronicling his life, Abagnale provides entertaining insight into his life as the
FABTECH 2019 at a Glance
November 11-14
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
HOURS
Monday, Nov. 11:
Tuesday, Nov. 12: Wednesday, Nov. 13: Thursday, Nov. 14:
REGISTRATION
Lakeside Center, including Hall D, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; rest of show, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Show-floor admission is complimentary if you register by Nov. 8, 2019. After the deadline and onsite, the fee is $50. Visit www.fabtechexpo.com for show details and to register.
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notorious imposter of the 1960s. Abag- nale then instructs attendees on pro- tecting themselves and their businesses from fraud during the second part, titled Art of the Steal.
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Leadership Exchange:
State of the Industry— Automation in Manufacturing
Exploring how automation contin- ues to change the manufacturing land- scape, this panel covers both the role of technology and people in the months and years ahead. Experts pro- vide perspective on the impact of robotics on human workers and the facts vs. fiction of worker replacement. They also identify key challenges to implementing automation and how to de-risk technology and implement it on the factory floor. Moderator is Jay Douglass, COO, ARM
Wednesday, November 13
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Keynote: Grant Imahara
Grant Imahara provides a behind- the-scenes look at his work on various sets and productions while also touch- ing on the importance of advancing the engineering/manufacturing indus- try. This animatronics engineer and Industrial Light & Magic alum brings
audiences inside the thrilling world of science and entertainment as only the former host of the Discovery Channel’s MythBusters can.
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Leadership Exchange:
The Impact of Disruptive Technology and the Future of Manufacturing
An expert panel covers disruptive technologies such as 5G, Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, robotics and automation. Hear real-world case studies and explore challenges and benefits of implementing these tech- nologies. Panelists include Dr. Mohamed (Mo) Abuali, managing partner of IoTco; Dave Beck, founder and man- aging partner of Foundry 45; Greg Mark, CEO and founder of Markforged; and Tim Weber, global head of 3D met- als for HP Inc. Moderator is John R. Brandt, CEO and founder of The MPI Group.
Thursday, November 14
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Leadership Exchange:
21st Century Workforce— Building Tomorrow’s Workforce
Experts share their strategies and actions in acquiring and retaining an educated, diverse and motivated work-
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