AMBayArea Summit 2026 Breakout Sessions

Register your management team to take advantage of breakout sessions with industry experts diving into the topics of AI, operations, workforce, growth, and strategy.

AI artificial intelligence technology concept. Machine learning, deep learning, industry 4.0 automation. Robotic arm in factory, CPU chip on circuit board. Future of manufacturing innovation.

AI

The Great Reskilling: Why AI Makes Your Blue-Collar Workers More Valuable Than Ever
Presented by Jeff Eyet, The Berkeley Innovation Group

Five Best Use Cases to Successfully Leverage A.I. in Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Supply Chain Management
Presented by Rand Morimoto, Convergent Computing

Operations & Workforce

From Rule to Reality: CMMC for Small and Medium Manufacturers
Presented by George Chao, Manex

Growing the Next Generation of Manufacturing Talent
Claire Michaels, EASTBAYWorks

Young Diverse Team of Automotive Engineers Working in Office at Car Factory. Industrial Designer Talks About Electric Engine Parts with Colleagues, Discussing Different Technological Applications.

Human Resources Recruitment and People Networking Concept. Modern graphic interface showing professional employee hiring and headhunter seeking interview candidate for future manpower.

Growth

Leveraging Public Resources for Manufacturer Growth
A Panel Discussion With Torani, SBDC, GO-Biz; Moderated by Katie Bowman

Securing and Building Profitable Big Box Partnerships
A Panel Discussion With Casa Sanchez, Wisoman Foods, Sugar Bowl Bakery & Navigate CPG

Strategy

The Maker vs. Breaker Bills: What California Manufacturers Need to Know
Elizabeth Esquivel & Sarah Bridges, CMTA

Purpose-Driven Manufacturing: Using the 7 Ps to Build Culture, Engagement, and Sustained Growth
Presented by Pamela Kan, Bishop-Wisecarver

Success happens when a great team comes together. Shot of a group of businesspeople sitting together in a meeting.

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