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Imagine more than 10,000 like-minded innovators, problem solvers, builders and makers all together in one place at the same time. We call that amazing.

Automation Fair

Network Across the Industry

In our world, nothing beats the in-person experience. There’s only so much connection building that can take place behind a screen. Automation Fair provides the arena for you to meet with other manufacturers from all corners of the industry in more ways than ever before.

More connections, in more places...

Topical breakout sessions, Summits, and Off-site Tours put you in the same place as those who care about what you do.
Interactive sessions offer an environment to absorb new insights, solve industry problems, and collaborate on best practices.
The Expo is the place for everything - from casual conversations to deep problem-solving discussions.
Social experiences and lunches offer effortless ways to connect with others casually throughout the week.
The hallways, shuttle rides and common areas provide endless opportunities for impromptu conversations.

...with all the right people

Expert panelists and speakers are ready to answer your questions, during a session or informally afterwards.
Leaders and technical professionals across dozens of industries are waiting to talk shop throughout the week.
Your technology partners, suppliers, distributors, and industry friends will all be in one place ready to catch up and build relationships.
The engineers and developers who created the technology you love are eager to hear your feedback and ideas.

Women in Manufacturing Luncheon

Join us at the inspiring Women in Manufacturing Luncheon, sponsored by Control+M Solutions, for a dynamic networking experience and featuring a panel conversation centered around the question: Can women solve manufacturing’s workforce crisis? This candid and compelling discussion will cover an array of topics and feature an exciting line-up of distinguished panelists.

This event will also be live recorded for an episode of the Shatter

podcast, presented by Rockwell Automation’s Women in the Field Employee Resource Group. Come prepared to be energized and empowered as we collectively champion the advancement of women in business. All are welcome!

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Moderator: Hannah Miller

Strategic Account Manager, Rockwell Automation

Panelist: Dr. Janell N. Catlin

Vice President, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, FIRST®

Panelist: Meena Held

Manager, Solutions Consultants, Rockwell Automation

Panelist: John Howard II

Founder & CEO, JH2 Performance Group

Panelist: Kasey Jastrzembowski

FemCare Controls & Cybersecurity Technical Director, Procter & Gamble

Panelist: Patti Nowak

Owner, Control+M Solutions

Join the Conversation

We don’t just want to talk at you; we want to hear from you. Here are a few of the places you can provide feedback that we’ll hear, document, and take back home to strategize with.

Make an Impact Booth

Share your voice, make an impact! Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of automation. Our team of researchers will be in Boston collecting feedback from customers to better inform product design and development.

Automation Experience

R&D Feedback Session

Help us improve our current products and help create future solutions that do more for you. We're looking for anyone involved in designing, implementing, or maintaining automated systems.

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Operations Experience

R&D Feedback Session

Calling all manufacturing system planners, operators, and maintenance professionals! Join this session to participate in research activities and help us learn more about the work you do.

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