The Vermont Chamber of Commerce has announced the reimagined 2024 Manufacturing Summit scheduled for November 13-14, 2024, at the recently renovated Hotel Champlain in Burlington, Vermont.

With the theme of “Resilience by Design,” this year’s Manufacturing Summit will be the premier event for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore and address the challenges of manufacturing in a rapidly evolving regulatory and trade environment. As global markets and regulations shift, manufacturers must adapt to maintain competitive advantages and ensure long-term success. This summit will bring together experts to discuss strategies for building resilient supply chains, leveraging technology for greater adaptability, and understanding the implications of new trade agreements, and regulatory changes. A key feature will be the Business-to-Business (B2B) Matchmaking Program, designed to connect manufacturers with potential partners, suppliers, and clients. This program will create networking opportunities, enabling participants to forge strategic alliances and explore new business ventures that enhance their resilience in the market.

“Since 2013, the Vermont Chamber has built a legacy of strengthening the manufacturing industry through policy and programming efforts to give Vermont manufacturers a competitive edge. We’re thrilled to have manufacturing take center stage and continue our collaboration with key industry partners,” said Amy Spear, President of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce.

Key offerings and content focus areas at this year’s summit include:

• B2B Matchmaking: Facilitating connections between manufacturers and potential partners
• Cybersecurity: Addressing the latest threats and protections in the manufacturing sector
• Supply Chain Management: Strategies for developing resilient and efficient supply chains
• Workforce Development: Exploring solutions to workforce challenges and skill gaps
• State and Federal Regulations: Navigating the regulatory landscape that impacts manufacturing
• Contract Manufacturing: Opportunities and challenges in the contracting space

The event kicks off with a networking reception on November 13, followed by a full day of programming and networking opportunities on November 14. For more information and to stay updated on event details, please visit vtchamber.com/vermont-manufacturing-summit. This event is generously supported by: the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development’s Department of Economic Development, G.S. Precision, Manufacturing Solutions Inc., Collins Aerospace, GE Aerospace, VT Apex Accelerator, University of Vermont CEMS, KAMAN Composites Vermont and the Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center.