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Annual Meeting

2024 Agenda

Sunday, September 22

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

PMMI Welcome Desk

Stop by to pick up your badge and meet the PMMI staff.

6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Board of Directors Reception and Dinner

The shuttle will depart from the convention center entrance at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, September 23

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Board of Directors Meeting Breakfast

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Board of Directors Meeting

Lunch will be provided.

10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Leadership Development Program - For LDP registrants only

1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

PMMI Foundation Board Meeting - by invitation only

1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

PMMI Welcome Desk

Stop by to pick up your badge and meet the PMMI staff.

1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Committee Meetings - Committee Members Only

  • Business Intelligence
  • Emerging Leaders
  • Employee Development
  • Future Workforce
  • Global Marketing
  • Industry Relations
  • Show
  • Strategic Planning
4:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Tech Talks

Quick hitting, dynamic presentations from fellow PMMI members. Discover the latest innovations that can revolutionize your business in a rapid-fire format.  Experience five to six topics delivered in rapid succession. If one topic doesn’t align with your interests or needs, don’t worry - the next topic starts in less than 20 minutes!

  • BeckhoffControl Cabinet Change; Eric Reiner
  • COPA-DATA USAHMI Design; Cosmo lacavazzi
  • MXD - Sensor Box; Brian Townley
  • Rockwell AutomationData Use; Steve Mulder
  • Schneider ElectricAI for PLC code; John Partin
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Chairperson's Reception

Note: If you have a reserved seat at the dinner, the table number will be on the back of your badge.

Attire

Men: Dress pants and a collared shirt is suggested. A jacket is recommended but a tie is not necessary. Women: dress pants and blouse or dress is suggested.

7:15 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Chairperson's Dinner

Tuesday, September 24

7:00 a.m. – 7:50 a.m.

Networking Breakfast

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

PMMI Welcome Desk

Stop by to pick up your badge and meet the PMMI staff.

7:50 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Chairperson's Update and BoD Elections
Speaker: Patty Andersen, Vice President of Human Resources & After Market Services for Delkor Systems, Inc., and Chairwoman, PMMI

8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.

PMMI Advantage
Speaker:
Andrew Dougherty, Vice President of Member Services, PMMI

Overview of programs, services and funding available to all PMMI Member Employees

Member Testimonials:

  • Nicholas Taraborelli, Vice President, Paxiom
  • Jackie Sessler, Marketing Director, North America, BEUMER Group
  • Allison Wagner, Director of Marketing and Business Strategy, Morrison Container Handling Solutions
8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Members Meeting Members
Speaker: 
Andrew Dougherty, Vice President of Member Services, PMMI

Following the success of this format in 2023, members will join other members for this interactive exchange between PMMI member company representatives. Learn about the solutions offered by fellow members, grow your network, and advance your industry knowledge. Bring a sample product to enhance your company overview!

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Hershey Operations Presentation

Speaker: Tim Hinegardner, Vice President, Manufacturing, The Hershey Company

From data analytics and highly automated packaging to workforce engagement and training, the Hershey team is continuously seeking improvement. Tim will share their outlook and needs to remain at the lead in the confectionary business.

10:15 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.

Networking Break

10:40 a.m.  – 11:25 a.m.

Dynamic Disco is back again!

There is something for everyone. With three concurrent sessions in the general session room, you can listen to your favorite or sample all three without leaving your seat. This is an outstanding opportunity to increase your personal awareness of business and industry issues impacting your team and the industry.

  • State of the Industry
    Speaker:
     Rebecca Marquez, Director, PMMI Media Group Custom Research, PMMI and Vanessa Lopez, Market Research Analyst, Interact Analysis

    PMMI Business Intelligence presents the results of the summer 2024 report
  • Manufacturing Expectations of the Next Workforce
    Speaker: Terry Iverson, Founder & Board Member, ChampionNow and President of Iverson Consulting

    The next generation manufacturing workforce has already begun work. Hear why they are already interested in manufacturing and how your team can enhance their work as part of your workforce. Terry started a foundation to promote this new generation workforce, and he'll share his insights on how you can accelerate their integration to your team.
  • TacitRed
    Speaker: Jeremy Turner, Head of Cyber and Risk, Cogility

    Jeremy will be presenting a cyber threat intelligence report tailored for PMMI's members. The report will include anonymized aggregate member statistics on exposures such as malware, vulnerabilities, and user credentials compromised by info stealer malware. He will be exploring specific groups of threat actors targeting the manufacturing vertical, as well as sources of risk aggregation within the industry.
11:25 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Building an Effective Multi-Generational Workforce

Speaker: Kim Lear, Founder and Content Director, Inlay Insights

With four generations actively engaged in most workplaces, generational differences in technology use and communication norms could lead to conflict and sometimes misunderstandings regarding project execution, strategy, and more. This session will help you find specific, actionable strategies to manage your cross-generational challenges and turn your multi-generational workforce into a competitive advantage.

12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Networking Lunch

1:45 p.m.

Buses Depart for the Plant Tour

The buses will depart from the convention center entrance at 1:45 p.m.

2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Plant Tour: JLS Automation

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Transportation to Reception

5:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Hershey Lodge Transportation to Chocolate World (Not attending the Plant Tour)

The bus will depart from the convention center entrance at 5:45 p.m.

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Reception at Chocolate World

Note: A valid ID is required to enter Chocolate World for the reception.

Wednesday, September 25

7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m

Networking Breakfast

8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

PMMI Welcome Desk

Stop by to pick up your badge and meet the PMMI staff.

8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Peer to Peer Roundtable

Join fellow members to explore shared challenges, learn new solutions, and find new ways to advance all aspects of your business. This session is an outstanding opportunity for members to hear from other members regarding approaches to challenges in everyone’s operations.

  • Up to $20 Million
    Moderator: Mario Mazzotta, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Standard-Knapp
  • $21-50 Million
    Moderator: Bernard McDowell, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, ADCO Manufacturing
  • $51+ Million
    Moderator: Chris Vaughn, CFO, Pacteon Group
9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

AI Disruption

Speaker: Carol Reiley, Serial Entrepreneur, AI Roboticist & an Active Advocate for Diversity/Bias in AI

Overcoming the Hype and Discovering the Opportunity - Since the launch of ChatGPT in early 2023, multiple AI platforms have emerged that companies can use to improve their business operations. AI can be used to enhance all aspects of your business, including supply chain, inventory management, project management, plus marketing and training materials. Gain a clearer perspective on the realistic applications and strategic advantages AI offers, ensuring you stay ahead in an era of rapid technological evolution.

10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Networking Break

10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Dynamic Disco continues!

There is something for everyone. With three concurrent sessions in the general session room, you can listen to your favorite or sample all three without leaving your seat. This is an outstanding opportunity to increase your personal awareness of business and industry issues impacting your team and the industry.

  • AI Panel Discussion Continue the AI discussion with PMMI members sharing their experiences

     Moderator: Jorge Izquierdo, Vice President, Market Development, PMMI

     Panelists:

    - Dale Andersen, President & CEO, Delkor Systems, Inc.     

    - Lisa Hurtz, Banding Sales Manager – Food, Felins, Inc.     

    - Carol Reiley, Serial Entrepreneur, AI Roboticist & an Active Advocate for Diversity/Bias in AI

  • MaX Marketing Share Group Presenting the latest work product insight
    Speaker: Stacy Johnson, VP of Business Development, Hoosier Feeder Company and Allison Wagner, Director of Marketing and Business Strategy, Morrison Container Handling Solution
  • MaX Field Service Share Group Presenting the latest work product insight
    Speaker:
    Hayden Turner, VP of Operations and Technical Services, IMA Dairy & Food USA

Additional Breakout:

  • MaX Sales Share Group – roundtable discussion on the Compensation work product

     Speaker: Mark Navin, VP of Sales, Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery, Inc.

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Prepping for PACK EXPO International
Speaker:
Matt Neuberger, President & CEO, Neuberger & Co, Inc.

At just six weeks away from PACK EXPO International, this is an opportunity for your team to hone plans, refine your organization’s booth display, and prepare for discussions at the booth with key prospects. As a leader in sales training and the facilitator for the newly introduced PMMI training course on successful selling at trade exhibitions, Matt Neuberger will help you and your team make the most of your PACK EXPO investment!

12:15 p.m. – 12:20 p.m.

Closing Remarks

Speaker: Patty Andersen, Vice President of Human Resources & After Market Services for Delkor Systems,Inc., and Chairwoman, PMMI

12:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Program Planning Committee Meeting - Committee Members Only

Spouse/Guest Agenda

Tuesday, September 24

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Stacks, On Property

Spouse/Guest Get-Acquainted Breakfast

9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Complimentary Spouse Program – The Hershey Story Museum Tour

Join us for a guided tour of The Hershey Story Museum to learn about Milton S. Hershey’s life and the history of Hershey, PA. The tour will be followed by a class in the Chocolate Lab to make your very own chocolate creation and a chocolate flight tasting. The shuttle will depart from the convention center entrance at 9:00 a.m. sharp.

Wednesday, September 25

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Fire and Grain, On Property

Spouse/Guest Get-Acquainted Breakfast

Separate Registration Required:

Wednesday, Sept 25

Young Professionals Conference

1:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.

The 2024 Young Professionals Conference (YPC) will be held on the last day of the PMMI Annual Meeting after the sessions have ended. The YPC is an opportunity for emerging leaders in packaging and processing to get expert career advice, explore industry hot topics, and network with peers.

Learn More About the Young Professionals Network

Thursday, Sept 26

Packaging & Processing Equipment Selling in Today's Market class (Day 1)

8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.

As the packaging and processing industry becomes more technologically advanced, OEM sales professionals must be more knowledgeable than ever about industry equipment technology, materials, regulations, and customer needs.

Based on the Sandler Sales System, this 2-day in-person program, customized for the packaging and processing industry and exclusive to PMMI members, will help capital equipment sales professionals and their managers learn systematic consultative selling techniques to make them trusted advisors to customers purchasing packaging, processing, and automation equipment.

Learn More and Register

Friday, Sept 27

Packaging & Processing Equipment Selling in Today's Market class (Day 2)

8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.

As the packaging and processing industry becomes more technologically advanced, OEM sales professionals must be more knowledgeable than ever about industry equipment technology, materials, regulations, and customer needs.

Based on the Sandler Sales System, this 2-day in-person program, customized for the packaging and processing industry and exclusive to PMMI members, will help capital equipment sales professionals and their managers learn systematic consultative selling techniques to make them trusted advisors to customers purchasing packaging, processing, and automation equipment.

Learn More and Register

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