In its inaugural year, the Manufacturing and Supply Chain Forum gathers around issues such as workforce training, logistics and supply chain management, agriculture, and trade. While employing over 9% of the Illinois workforce and producing over $100 billion in total output, the manufacturing industry continues to change as technology, automation, and innovation move the workflow forward.  This Forum discusses the challenges and promises of this evolving industry and its impact on the Chicago business community.  

This Forum will attract:

• Supply Chain Management Officers
• Chief Distribution Officers
• Chief Design Officers
• Head of Building, Construction, Infrastructure Systems
• Chief Operating Officers
• Chief Innovation Officers