The manufacturing industry in North America is undergoing its fourth evolution into a high-technology, digitalized, and data-driven industry. This Industry 4.0 period began long before the COVID-19 pandemic affected global society but has been accelerated in response to many of the challenges associated with it. In this report, we examine and explore the current manufacturing industry in North America and the challenges and opportunities it faces as adoption of Industry 4.0 thinking, tools, standards, and processes becomes more widespread.
The manufacturing industry in North America is undergoing its fourth evolution into a high-technology, digitalized, and data-driven industry. This Industry 4.0 period began long before the COVID-19 pandemic affected global society but has been accelerated in response to many of the challenges associated with it. In this report, we examine and explore the current manufacturing industry in North America and the challenges and opportunities it faces as adoption of Industry 4.0 thinking, tools, standards, and processes becomes more widespread.
Smart Factory Workforce Conference
Sponsorship Opportunities
2026
Smart Factory Workforce Conference
The Workforce of the Future
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH | 8:30AM - 2:30PM (ET)
Smart Factory Institute at the PIE Innovation Center
2215 Parker Street NE, Cleveland, TN 37311
Step into the future of manufacturing work at the Smart Factory Workforce Conference. Designed for plant managers, operations leaders, HR professionals, and training leaders, this event delivers actionable insights for navigating today’s evolving manufacturing workforce.
Explore how Industry 4.0 advancements are reshaping job design, workforce skills, and the employee experience. Featuring research from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Industrial-Organizational Psychology department, this conference highlights practical strategies to reskill, upskill, and retain talent in an increasingly digital environment.
Don’t miss your opportunity to gain forward-looking insights, engage with industry leaders, and prepare your organization for the future of work. Register today.
Why Sponsor?
Build your brand in front of a large and engaged group of leading manufacturers who are looking to build relationships while growing their business with the latest technology solutions available.
Thought Leadership
Brand Awareness
Increase Pipeline & ROI
Presenting Sponsor
$7,500
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Ten minute speaking slot prior to Keynote Speaker
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Recognized in all media coverage (when applicable)
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Verbal recognition and thank you as Presenting Sponsor prior to Keynote Speaker
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Logo and recognition as Presenting Sponsor on all Keynote intro material and in event program
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Highlighted logo and recognition on all emailed invitations
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Highlighted on event website
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6 individual event tickets
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Opportunity to distribute company literature to event guests (in person and virtual attendees)
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6ft Exhibit Table in Event Space
Session Sponsor
$5,000
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Opportunity to be a session speaker
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Recognized in all media coverage (when applicable)
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Verbal recognition and thank you as a Session Sponsor prior to first session
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Logo and recognition as Session Sponsor in event program
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Highlighted logo and recognition on all emailed invitations
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Highlighted on event website
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4 individual event tickets
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Opportunity to distribute company literature to event guests (in person and virtual attendees)
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6ft Exhibit Table in Event Space
Gold Sponsor
$2,500
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Opportunity to introduce one (1) session speaker
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Recognized in all media coverage (when applicable)
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Logo and recognition as Gold Sponsor in event program
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Highlighted logo and recognition on all emailed invitations
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Highlighted on event website
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4 individual event tickets
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Opportunity to distribute company literature to event guests (in person and virtual attendees)
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6ft Exhibit Table in Event Space
Silver Sponsor
$1,000
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Verbal recognition and thank you as Silver Sponsor during closing remarks
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Logo and recognition as Silver Sponsor in event program
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Highlighted logo and recognition on all emailed invitations
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Highlighted on event website
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Opportunity to distribute company literature to event guests (in person and virtual attendees)
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