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Monday Keynote Presentation: Best Practices for Thriving in Tough Times
Monday, November 16, 2009 ~ 8:00 – 9:00 AM Registration Code: K1 • FREE • Grand Ballroom
Moderator: Jeff Knauf, President, Medalist Laserfab, Inc. Panelists:Steve Hasty, President, A & E Custom Manufacturing; Chris Kuehl, FMA Economist and Founder, Armada Corporate Intelligence; William Citron, President, Mazak Optonics; Dick Kallage, President, KDC Associates; Douglas K. Woods, President, Association for Manufacturing Technology

Business strategies for surviving and thriving during a tough economy are the focus of this keynote panel discussion comprised of diverse members from the metal forming, fabricating and welding industry. Topics include workforce development, diversifying product lines and operations, obtaining financing/credit, and current tax incentives. Participants will provide a real-world perspective and offer practical ideas you can use immediately.

Tuesday Keynote Presentation: Energy – The Outlook Is Bright, But Where Will It Lead Us?
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - 8:00 – 9:00 AM Registration Code: K2 • FREE • South Hall, Show Floor
Moderator: William Haas, Client Program Manager, The Shaw Group. Panelists: Ed Weston, Director, Great Lakes Wind Energy; Richard Burns, National Solar Tour Manager, American Solar Energy Society; Jeff Anthony, Manager-Utility Programs, American Wind Energy Association; Tom Hunton, President, American Capital Energy

This panel discussion is the first of its kind to connect experts from the surging wind and solar energy sectors with oil and gas industries. They will discuss trends and forecasts, government issues, and what it all means to current suppliers and those that want to get in on the action. Special emphasis will be given to the corelationship of the energy sources and advancements that are needed to make sure we effectively operate within the ubiquitous “Smart Grid” and how these challenges spell opportunity for you.