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2026 Plant Leadership Conference & Industry Expo

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (CDT)

* Registration open until 6/8/26 at 9:30 PM (CDT)

Event Details

GBRIA Plant Leadership Conference & Industry Expo

Don’t miss your opportunity to learn about the latest trends in plant leadership and connect with leaders across the industrial manufacturing community at the GBRIA Plant Leadership Conference and Industry Expo.

This high-impact event provides a valuable platform for members to engage, and for contractors and suppliers to showcase innovative products, strengthen relationships, and connect with representatives from GBRIA member facilities.


Opportunities to Participate

We invite you to:

  • Register to attend the conference and gain insight into the latest leadership concepts in industry
  • Reserve a booth to highlight your company’s products, services, and capabilities
  • Become a sponsor to maximize your visibility and presence at the event

Attendee Benefits

Participants will receive:

  • Access to conference sessions with the opportunity to earn PDH/CEU credits
  • Complimentary access to the Industry Expo featuring new and innovative products and services
  • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and networking mixer
  • Opportunities to connect with local industry leaders

Contact Information

For questions regarding the event, please contact:
Brittany Cooper
brittany@gbria.org

Agenda

June 10
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Registration & Breakfast Check in, enjoy a light breakfast, and begin networking with fellow attendees and exhibitors.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Opening Keynote Speaker Kick off the conference with an engaging keynote focused on leadership, industry trends, and strategic insights.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Industry Expo Break Visit exhibitor booths, explore innovative products and services, and connect with industry partners.
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Breakout Session 1 Choose from focused sessions covering key topics relevant to plant leadership and operations.
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM Industry Expo & Lunch Enjoy lunch while continuing to network and engage with exhibitors in the expo hall.
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM Breakout Session 2 Participate in additional sessions designed to provide practical insights and actionable takeaways.
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM Industry Expo Break Take time to revisit booths, make connections, and explore solutions tailored to your needs.
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM Closing Keynote Speaker Conclude the conference with a dynamic keynote highlighting key takeaways and forward-looking perspectives.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Cocktail Mixer Unwind and connect with peers, speakers, and exhibitors in a relaxed networking environment.