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OCTOBER
October 1, 2026
Schaumburg, IL
Please join Global Midwest Alliance, host, AMADA America, Inc., and sponsors, the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT), Old National Bank and Wipfli, at this exclusive event focused on the evolving manufacturing landscape, as companies are increasingly focused on turning automation, digital technologies, data, and AI into measurable performance improvements. Industry leading manufacturers are prioritizing practical, scalable approaches to automation and digital integration that improve productivity, flexibility, and resilience on the shop floor. This program will explore, discuss and show how manufacturers are responding to today’s industry challenges and positioning themselves for success in the future. Amada will also be hosting a tour of their facilities, providing a hands-on look at how the strategies covered in the program are implemented on the shop floor.
October 28-29, 2026
Chicago, IL
11th MIDWEST CORPORATE VENTURING WELCOME RECEPTION
Join Global Midwest Alliance and its sponsors for the 11th Midwest Corporate Venturing Conference, including an evening welcome reception followed by a half-day program focused on issues that matter to the corporate venturing community in the Midwest. Meet first-hand with other Midwest CVCs who will attend.
JANUARY 2027
January 13, 2027
Chicago, IL
2027 ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCH
Global Midwest Alliance will host a discussion focused on the forces that are currently shaping the U.S. as it enters 2027. Keynote speaker David Oppedahl, a Policy Advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will discuss the major sectors of the economy and provide the Federal Reserve's forecast along with his perspective on economic activity. Christopher Chidzik, Principal Economist from the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) will address the current economic in the manufacturing industry and Tom Plodzeen, Senior Vice President of Interest Rate Risk Management at Old National Bank, will address the economic conditions of the market.
MAY
May 25, 2027
Chicago, IL
INDUSTRY FOCUS: FOOD SECTOR INNOVATION, GROWTH, SUSTAINABILITY & GLOBALIZATION
Join Global Midwest Alliance and host, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, along with leaders from industry, government and other organizations as we delve into the food industry in the Midwest, as well as the implications for global markets. Discussions will highlight current issues affecting the food industry.
