B2B Manufacturers Find Bigger Table Fits Their Purpose
Ingredient makers in Chicago show the middle of the supply chain can band together for the greater good.
Ingredient makers in Chicago show the middle of the supply chain can band together for the greater good.
Braun, as he departs innovator Cambridge Air Solutions, says CEOs should host factory tours to advance their companies.
Moraskie confronts foreign versus domestic sourcing while attending to needs of external brand and internal culture.
CEO Beck emphasizes internal control and scalability of crucial functions—but outsources manufacturing.
Herrema’s carbon-negative material now is the stuff of disposable cutlery, with more product types to come.
New CEO makes about-face on automaker’s electric-vehicle strategy and effectively spins yarns about Ford’s future.
CEO Salmon focuses on recyclable materials as giant plastics manufacturer punches through supply disruptions.
Domestic plants may be long-term answer for hard-hit industries, but CEOs need to do a better job of strategizing for the immediate future.
CEO Sklar seeks to leverage manufacturer’s legacy success while holding on to foundational markets.
Small and mid-size companies will be key to creating long-term change, Revere Copper chief says.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.