Join our Monthly Industry Meetup!
Join us for a captivating virtual event where industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals gather to share knowledge, insights, and best practices. Our mission is to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and drive growth within the manufacturing community.
Each month, we feature 3 engaging talks from Made Members, focusing on best practice around key themes that shape the future of manufacturing. Our Meetup series covers a wide range of headline topics, including: Future Factories, Sustainable Manufacturing, Global Britain, and People & Skills.
Our virtual events attract a diverse audience of Made Members, including esteemed senior manufacturing leaders, executives, and professionals. We believe in the power of shared experiences and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute, learn, and connect.
In addition to the thought-provoking talks, our Meetup series offers interactive virtual roundtable sessions. Engage in lively discussions, exchange ideas, and gain further insights on the chosen subtopic. Collaborate with peers who share a passion for shaping the future of manufacturing.
July’s lineup of speakers and Roundtable Session subtopics includes:
- Tony Sartorius, Chairman at Alucast : We are thrilled to have Tony sharing his invaluable insights on the topic of Servitization. Tony will provide practical examples and discuss Alucast's early-stage adoption of servitization, including their exploration of revenue streams in areas such as prototyping, heat treatment, die penetrant testing, and casting simulation. This talk is a unique opportunity to learn from Alucast's journey and gain a deeper understanding of the potential of servitization for your manufacturing business. Following Tony's talk, we invite you to participate in a virtual roundtable discussion where you can connect with other Made members to exchange ideas and experiences on implementing servitization in different areas of manufacturing. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, network, and shape the future of your business! Future Factories : Servitization Roundtable Session
- Robert Lomax, Projects Manager at Wakefield Acoustics : Join us for an informative session with Robert, as he highlights the importance of addressing workplace noise. Discover key insights on noise assessment terminology, employer requirements, exposure limits, and control strategies. Gain practical knowledge to create a safer and more productive work environment. Engage in a virtual roundtable on Healthy Workplace to collaborate with industry peers. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and take proactive steps towards a quieter and safer workplace. People and Skills : Healthy Workplace Roundtable Session
- Kirsty Davies-Chinnock, MD at Professional Polishing Services: Kirsty's talk will shed light on the pivotal role of data in driving sustainable practices, specifically focusing on the development of a groundbreaking carbon footprint calculator for metal polishing. Through a collaborative effort with the University of Birmingham's ATETA program, Professional Polishing Services has successfully harnessed funding and academic expertise to create a digital process that identifies substantial energy cost savings and promotes industry-wide progress towards Net-Zero. Kirsty's insights and experiences will provide invaluable guidance for businesses seeking to leverage data for sustainable success. Sustainable Manufacturing : Role of Data Virtual Roundtable Session
- Global Britain : Friendshoring Virtual Roundtable Session: We are excited to announce the Global Britain Virtual Roundtable session on the subtopic of "Friendshoring". Friendshoring in manufacturing refers to the practice of outsourcing production processes or sourcing materials and components from countries with which there are strong cultural or historical connections, capitalising on shared values and relationships to gain strategic benefits. This Roundtable session will bring together Made members to explore the concept of Friendshoring and its impact on the business landscape. Join us for an engaging discussion and gain valuable insights into the evolving dynamics of international business relationships in the context of Global Britain.
Join us for this powerful and inspiring 75-minute event that will ignite your passion and creativity!
