Keynotes
Keynotes will be in room S100.
Monday, January 21: 8:45am - 9:45am
The Impact of Robotics on Economic Growth
Speaker:
Henrik I. Christensen, KUKA Chair of Robotics & Director of Robotics, Georgia Tech
During the last few years, a new wave of robotics has emerged that is revolutionizing manufacturing and distribution operations. Dr. Christensen will detail how these advances combined with core business drivers will help advance future economic growth.
Free to ProMat attendees.
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Tuesday, January 22: 8:45am - 9:45am
Navigating the New Political Climate for Business Growth and Success
Speaker:
Steve Forbes, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media
With the presidential inauguration occurring the day ProMat opens, Steve Forbes assesses the impact of the President and his administration on the future of the economy and business growth. As Chairman leading Forbes Media, his keen ability to provide economic and political insights on the most debated issues of the day has been trusted by business leaders here and abroad. Mr. Forbes will provide insights and strategic advice for business success during these difficult times. Always colorful and personal, this one-time presidential candidate knows the score and gives commentary hard to find anywhere else.
Free to ProMat attendees.
Wednesday, January 23: 8:30am - 9:45am
The Future of Material Handling, Logistics and Supply Chain
Moderated by:
Edie Weiner, President, Weiner, Edrich, Brown, Inc.
Panelists:
George Prest, CEO,
MHI
Rick Blasgen, President and CEO,
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)
Michael J. Mikitka, CEO,
Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC)
Liz Richards, Executive Vice President,
Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA)
Being able to look into the future well in advance requires a certain frame of mind. Edie Weiner, well-known futurist with a knack for putting audiences in that mindset, will first set that stage then lead these four industry leaders in detailing their views on how material handling and logistics will make the supply chain work in the future. Important issues, key trends and shifts in best practices will be sized up in this fast-paced panel discussion. This is your chance to be out front as the supply chain morphs in coming years.
Free to ProMat attendees.
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