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SHIFTING THE VIEW
Shifting the View: AMBA Conference 2022
MAY 11-13, 2022 – THE WESTIN CHICAGO NORTHWEST – ITASCA, ILLINOIS
AMBA Conference 2022 will re-set industry benchmarks as attendees embrace the conference theme of “Shifting the View” by taking a fresh look at how seemingly persistent challenges can become opportunities for growth and positive change.
During this event, connection opportunities will hit an all-time high, as mold manufacturers engage with peers and industry suppliers to tackle pressing challenges, communicate best practices and explore practical solutions to impact each organization’s bottom line.
Featured content will include business strategies, continuous improvement initiatives to produce greater efficiencies, workforce development strategies and best practices, advancements in technology to drive bottom-line impact and proven ROI, leadership and communication strategies for AMBA’s Emerging Leaders, connection opportunities to strategize with peers sharing similar job functions and more.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER AND EMCEE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TROY NIX
American Mold Builders Association
Troy Nix is the executive director of the AMBA and serves as the master of ceremonies for the AMBA Conference 2022. Known for his spirit, enthusiasm and belief in American manufacturing, Nix delivers inspiring keynotes that never fail to spark emotion in each attendee’s inner core. This year’s message will focus on the importance of aggressively pursuing the endeavors of becoming a better leader, a better manager and better organizational contributor, particularly in the context of connecting with employees, partners and customers. Nix’s tag line “America Is What America Makes’ is an essential ideal that motivates those attending the conference to strive for excellence.
WEDNESDAY
1pm- 4 pm Emerging Leaders Pre-Con Session – optional 5:30 pm Welcome Reception
THURSDAY
7 am
Business Connections over Breakfast 8 am Welcome Kick-Off 8:15 am Keynote: How Trust and Unity Create Transformational Change » Clint Pulver 9:45 am Supplier Trade Fair / Networking Break 10:15 am Breakout Sessions: Business Strategies 11:25 am Trade, 2022 Elections and Manufacturing: An Update from Washington, D.C. » Omar Nashashibi, The Franklin Partnership 12:15 pm Networking Lunch Or Lunch and Learn with Clint Pulver 1:30 pm Breakout Sessions: Workforce Strategies 2:45 pm Supplier Trade Fair / Networking Break 3:15 pm Gaining a Competitive Advantage with the 4 Cs of Attraction, Motivation and Retention » Jeremiah Sinks, Purdue MEP 4:30 pm Closing Keynote » Troy Nix, AMBA Executive Director
6 pm Awards Reception
7 pm Awards Dinner and Celebration
FRIDAY
7 am
Business Connections over Breakfast 8 am Peer-to-Peer Roundtable Discussions 9:15 am Supplier Trade Fair / Networking Break 9:30 am TBD Panel 10:30 am Keynote: Stories, Not Statistics: Where Authenticity and High-Performing Teams Converge » Alyson Van Hooser, Van Hooser Associates, Inc. 11:30am Event Wrap »Troy Nix, AMBA Executive Director 11:45 pm Conference Adjourns
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Clint Pulver, motivational speaker and retention expert In today’s volatile economy, organizations are finding it more difficult to adapt to expanding costs, shrinking margins, increased competition and regulation. Teamwork, accountability and purpose have diminished greatly, leaving employees fearful and paralyzed to step outside of their comfort zones. The result? Decreased revenues, morale and performance. Motivational Speaker and Retention Expert Clint Pulver offers the ultimate keynote experience that unifies, inspires and rallies sales staff, leadership teams and front-line employees to create a renewed and lasting movement within the organization.
In this session, audience members will be able to: • Understand the four keys to creating a lasting movement in their job • Develop strategies that create a culture of trust and unity • Understand the power of collaboration between coworkers and management • Create an attitude of contribution and a more positive workplace culture • Overcome obstacles to break through performance limitations • Walk away with a renewed sense of safety, trust and commitment
Alyson Van Hooser, author, keynote, leadership trainer, Van Hooser Associates, Inc. Leaders everywhere are scrambling to figure out how to lead, influence and impact today’s generationally diverse workforce in their businesses. It’s been a struggle for decades, and the challenge is ever more increasing. Is there a practical solution? Absolutely. And it starts with a perspective shift.
Because it’s only in a person’s individual stories where leaders find answers to exactly what motivates and drives their workforce, they must focus on cultivating deep connections with employees. By starting with stories, not statistics, leaders can begin building the authentic connections with employees of any generation – ultimately solidifying their foundation for team success. Stories, Not Statistics will reveal a proven leadership strategy that creates a breeding ground for empowerment, ownership and highperformance accountability.
Attendee takeaways include the following: • Discover the number one mindset shift needed to ignite engagement levels among all team members • Uncover the most valuable skill leaders must prioritize to earn loyalty from today’s diverse workforce • Break down the three stories every leader should “know and tell” to radically and authentically improve leader/employee relationships • Learn the intentional, immediately actionable process for breaking down walls and bridging gaps among team members • Determine the limitless opportunities a “Stories, Not Statistics” approach will provide teams at all levels
Omar Nashashibi , The Franklin Partnership
As President Biden continues in his second year in office, mold and die builders across the country saw a flurry of activity over the past year from Washington, D.C. AMBA’s lobbying firm The Franklin Partnership’s, Washington, D.C., Omar Nashashibi will provide insights and updates on the latest from policymakers on China tariffs, trade talks with allies, efforts to increase taxes and regulations and what steps lawmakers are taking to address workforce and supply chain challenges.
The Federal Government has an outsized impact on each AMBA member business. This presentation not only will shed light onto the inner workings today, but what the election and coming year could mean for the immediate future of the mold manufacturing industry.
EMERGING LEADERS PRE-CON SESSION THE BOTTOM-LINE PAYOFF OF PRODUCTIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Jeremiah Sinks, Purdue MEP During this workshop, up-and-coming leaders will explore conflict, why it occurs and what it costs companies in relationship development, efficiency, work production and culture. Attendees also will learn how being intentional in leadership and process can allow them to help mitigate the costs of conflict, while producing positive opportunities for the company and its employees. Key takeaways will feature the skills and processes that can be employed to handle this challenging topic in a productive way and will be practiced by attendees through peer interaction and discussion. HOTEL INFORMATION
LUNCH AND LEARN DEEP DIVE INTO CULTIVATION OF TEAM UNITY
Clint Pulver, motivational speaker and retention expert Clint Pulver will return to the AMBA stage for a deep dive into the exploration of how the cultivation of team unity can lead to stronger morale, better performance and higher revenue.
PEER-TO-PEER EXCHANGES
This session is back by popular demand. Growing peer-to-peer networks is a primary component of AMBA Conference 2022. Attendees will have the chance to interact with peer groups during this session on topics that are unique to their job functions in their specific groups. Driven by past attendee feedback, these focused sessions have been highly requested and are expected to be one of the biggest hits of this year’s conference. They are a perfect way for professionals to find new ideas, expand their professional networks and explore new methods of improvement. Areas covered will be operations, owners/presidents/CEOs, sales and marketing and workforce development.
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS
THE WESTIN CHICAGO NORTHWEST
The AMBA Conference 2022 will be held at The Westin Chicago Northwest. Beautifully situated on the grounds of Hamilton Lakes in Itasca, Illinois, this inviting hotel provides the perfect blend of services and location. In close proximity to O’Hare Airport, The Westin provides access to area attractions just outside of Schaumburg, Rosemont and downtown Chicago – only 30 minutes away. Special AMBA rate is $164/night and includes complimentary high-speed internet access in guest rooms, self-parking and workout studio access. For reservations, call 888.627.8510 or 630.773.4000 (local) and use code “AMBA”.
Online reservations: www.ambaconference.com.
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