2026 State of Manufacturing® Survey Release Main Event

The 2026 State of Manufacturing® survey results will be revealed at Enterprise Minnesota’s annual statewide release event on November 11, 2026, in Minneapolis. Be among the first to hear data-driven insights on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping Minnesota’s manufacturing industry — presented by Rob Autry, founder of Meeting Street Insights and the official pollster of the State of Manufacturing®.

Beyond the survey findings, the event offers premier networking opportunities, bringing together manufacturing executives, industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the state. Whether you’re looking to benchmark your business against industry peers or simply connect with Minnesota’s manufacturing community, this is the event to attend. Best of all, attendance is free.

Hear from leaders in manufacturing, finance, and higher education during a panel discussion moderated by Dee DePass, business reporter with the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Join us from 3:00–7:00 p.m. at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest.

Agenda:

3:00–4:00 p.m. – Registration and networking with complimentary beverages
4:00–4:10 p.m. – Welcome with Mark O’Leary, President & CEO, Enterprise Minnesota
4:10–4:45 p.m. – 2026 State of Manufacturing® survey results with Rob Autry, Founder, Meeting Street Insights
4:45–5:45 p.m. – State of Manufacturing Panel Discussion moderated by Dee DePass, Business Reporter, Minnesota Star Tribune. Featuring:
- Matt Hanson, President, Hanson Companies
- Tate Johnson, President & CEO, Straub Design Company
- Joe Mulford, President, Pine Technical & Community College
- Tom Weizenegger, Managing Director, 1834 Wealth Management, a division of Old National Bank
6:00–7:00 p.m. – Networking reception with plentiful hors d’oeuvres and beverages