Events

2025 State of Manufacturing Expo & Conference Sponsored by

What’s more fun than a one-day Manufacturing Expo and Conference? A TWO-DAY Manufacturing Expo & Conference!

Join ARMA on Oct. 1 & 2 for the 2025 State of Manufacturing Expo & Conference at the Kalahari Resorts in Round Rock. The two-day event will feature an expo providing an opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers to network, create connections, showcase and learn about the latest technologies, innovations, products, and services in Central Texas.

In addition, the conference will bring together an all-star lineup of panels and presentations of industry thought leaders to explore the pressing issues facing Central Texas manufacturers with a special industry focus on aerospace and space.

SPECIAL FEATURES:

• Women in Manufacturing networking brunch (included with conference ticket)
• A dedicated workforce development section is designed to spark innovation and collaboration around talent development in Central Texas manufacturing. These workforce micro-sessions will bring together industry leaders, educational partners from K–12 through college, and workforce specialists to share best practices, explore emerging solutions, and connect employers with resources to attract, train, and retain top talent.
• Stay overnight at the Kalahari Resort for 60% off using ARMA’s discounted room block!
• Happy hour and more opportunities for networking over dinner at one of the many Kalahari restaurants or bars
• Drinks, food, and door prizes are included with conference ticket registration
• Expo attendance is free!

EVENT DETAILS

DATE & TIME:

Wed. Oct. 1, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Thurs. Oct. 2, 9 a.m. – noon

LOCATION: Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, 3001 Kalahari Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS

• Craig Morgan, Mayor of Round Rock
• Dave Porter, Central Texas Space Port Development Corporation
• Norman Garza, Jr., Executive Director of Texas Space Commission
• Shey Sabripour, Founder, CEO, CesiumAstro
• Brad Morrison,,U.S. Air Force and Texas Space Commission Board Member
• Tim Shinbara, Chief Strategy Office, Blue Forge Alliance
• Deepesh Chouhan, North American Segment Leader, Nvidia
• Lisa Shimkat, U.S. Small Business Administration
• Dave Capkovitz, Founder, EBITDA Growth Systems
• Carrie Hines, President & CEO, American Small Manufacturers Coalition
• MORE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENTS TO COME!!!

CLICK HERE to reserve a room at Kalahari for 60% off using ARMA’s discounted room rate.