2026 State of Manufacturing® Survey Release Main Event

This event is now at capacity! Over 450 attendees are registered. 

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. Find out how manufacturers are responding to challenges ranging from inflation and supply chain disruptions to workforce shortages and productivity, and how they view the road ahead.

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 – Welcome with Mark O’Leary, President & CEO, Enterprise Minnesota
• 2026 State of Manufacturing® survey results with Rob Autry, Founder, Meeting Street Insights
• 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, Chief Investment Officer, 1834 Wealth Management, a division of Old National Bank
• 6:00 – Networking reception with plentiful hors d’oeuvres and beverages

To Register:
Please use the link above. This event is open to all manufacturers and supporters of manufacturing.
Questions: [email protected]

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