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Joint Opening Breakfast Session
Jimmy Yeary (Grammy Award Winner)
Wed. Oct. 29, 2025 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
This high-energy session will feature Jimmy Yeary, one of the most dynamic communicators in America. His instantly recognizable moments elevate any room and leave a lasting impression. A Grammy Award-winning artist and acclaimed songwriter, Jimmy has shaped how millions think and feel for over a decade. He takes the lessons he has learned and the experiences he has encountered in his music career and applies them to the process of creating results for businesses, organizations, and teams.

Breakout Session: Drive to the Green: Using Technology
& Data to Drive Better Margins
Mike Devereux (Wipfli, LLP)
Wed., Oct. 29, 2025 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
This session explores how manufacturers can leverage technology and real-time data to improve operational efficiency and profitability. Attendees will learn practical strategies for implementing data collection tools to analyze downtime, pricing, scheduling, and machine performance. Presented by Mike Devereux, Wipfli’s National Manufacturing Industry Leader and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Manufacturing Professional (CMP), this session draws on his extensive experience advising manufacturers on tax strategy, operational improvements, and digital transformation.

Breakout Session AI Beyond LLM(NOP)
Brent Natzke (Advantech Consulting)
Wed., Oct. 29, 2025 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
This session dives into the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), exploring the rise of Large Language Models and tools that extend beyond them, such as image generation and keypoint detection. Attendees will witness a live demo of a mobile app built on-the-spot using LLMs, while gaining practical insights into maximizing model performance. The session is Led by Brent Natzke, President of Advantech Consulting Group—IT solutions provider since 1997.

Breakout Session: E-Commerce: A Business Perspective
Michael Bird (Spindustry)
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
This session explores how to unlock growth by creatively leveraging the systems you already have in place. Attendees will learn how to optimize infrastructure and align strategy with technology—including AI—to drive efficiency, engagement, and profitability. Led by Michael Bird, CEO of Spindustry, the presentation offers practical insights for building a thriving e-commerce ecosystem.

Breakout Session: The 18-Month Window: Beat Full-Line Manufacturers to AI-Ready Distribution
Chris Morbitzer/Aaron Huisinga (NorthBuilt)
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
This session reveals how specialized manufacturers can gain a lasting edge over full-line competitors by deploying AI-powered distribution systems within the next 18 months. Chris Morbitzer and Aaron Huisinga, co-founders of NorthBuilt, bring deep experience in ag tech, software development, and manufacturing operations to guide attendees through a practical roadmap for AI integration. Learn how scalable tools can strengthen dealer relationships, improve efficiency, and position your team to lead in intelligent distribution.

Gala Dinner Fireside Chat
Kurt Warner (Super Bowl XXXIV MVP)
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 7:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.
Kurt Warner, Super Bowl XXXIV Champion and Hall of Fame quarterback, rose from being undrafted to earning multiple MVP honors and leading the St. Louis Rams to victory. Off the field, he and his wife, Brenda, founded the First Things First Foundation and Treasure House, reflecting their deep commitment to faith and community. His inspiring journey was captured in the 2021 film American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story.

Don’t miss out! Save $100 when you register by September 11, 2025.