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LIVE from Nashville!Music City will be the host to more than 300 contract manufacturers, job shops, OEMs, metal producers, processors, and distributors.

Industry leaders attend FMA’s Annual Meeting to introduce themselves to potential customers, meet with suppliers and service providers, socialize with world-class presenters, reconnect with colleagues, and make new friends – all while enjoying a vibrant city backdrop with Southern hospitality.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a sound investment in growth – sign up today!

“No one has enough time to be an expert on everything but you could learn about almost anything from someone you meet at the FMA Annual Meeting.”Chris Poole Segment Manager-Fabrication, Acieta Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Event Venue This new downtown hotel is conveniently located across from the Music City Center and steps from Nashville’s entertainment district. The Westin Nashville boasts the area’s highest-level rooftop lounge on the 27th floor, plus two other distinct dining options, a fitness studio, and a full-service spa.

Make your hotel reservations at fmanet.org/annualmeeting#hotel-and-travel or by calling 800-937-8461.

Conference Fees Registration includes entry to all sessions, exhibits, VIP lounge, on-site receptions, meals, and refreshment breaks; access to copies of speaker presentations and list of attendees; and conference swag bag. Please note, some optional activities require additional fee.

Register to attend at fmanet.org/annualmeeting#register or by calling 888-394-4362.

General ..................................................$1,295Members – Standard .........................$995Young Professional Members ......$595CompanyPLUS Members .....................$0

TUESDAY, MARCH 5Processors Golf Outing Don’t miss your chance to hit the links in Music City. The President’s Reserve at Hermitage Golf Club boasts a challenging, but enjoyable experience.Optional Event Fee: $100

Bus ‘N Bagels Plant Tour Get a behind-the-scenes look at Quality Industries Inc. See engineering and design, metal fabrication, finishing and coating, and custom assembly, all in one integrated facility.Space is limited.

The Road to 2020: Taxes, Tariffs, and Technology

Gene Marks, Columnist, Author and Small Business OwnerMarks will touch on the most important power trends that will impact business through 2020: Washington and the

economy; your people; your technology; and your taxes.

Partner Showcases At these small break-out sessions experts present insight on Automation, 3D Printing, Property Insurance, and Welding for Fabricators. You choose the topic to participate in.

Welcome Reception & Silent Auction Support future manufacturers and have fun outbidding fellow attendees over cocktails. Proceeds benefit the Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Foundation of FMA.

Steel Executive of the Year Award Dinner Honor a distinguished industry leader and connect with colleagues. The evening will showcase the award’s 62-year legacy and celebrate the winner’s contributions to their community.Optional Event Fee: $100

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6Manufacturing for the Future

Leah Curry, President of Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia, Inc.Curry will present insight to the automotive giant’s successes and share lessons from over 20 years of experience working in a

manufacturing environment.

Economic Update Dr. Chris Kuehl, FMA Economic Analyst and Managing Director of Armada Corporate Intelligence

Kuehl’s entertaining style and incredible depth of knowledge always provides a distilled perspective on what’s happening with the economy, industry, as well as politics in America and around the globe.

Insightful Panel Discussions Industry experts will share their perspective on the steel industry, advanced high strength materials, logistics, and address the current impact Section 232 is having on metal fabricators and processors.

Fabrication Technology Forums During this in-depth look at technology and trends, major laser manufacturers will discuss cutting, automation, part sorting, data sharing, machine maintenance, and much more.

Engaging Roundtables Pick the subjects unique to your operation then interact by asking questions and sharing input. Receive feedback on safety, scrap, leadership, workforce development, strategic planning, and more.

Dinner at Ole’ Red Nashville This entertainment venue is an upscale twist on the classic honky tonk. Enjoy a night out at FMA’s private event in the heart of downtown Nashville.Optional Event Fee: $110

THURSDAY, MARCH 7Take Command of Leadership

Jake Wood, Veteran and Co-founder and CEO of Team RubiconWood will share his experiences on applying hard-learned lessons in leadership and teamwork from the

battlefield and disaster zone into professional life.

Automotive Industry Update Bernard Swiecki, Director of the Automotive Communities Partnership (ACP) at the Center for Automotive Research (CAR)Swiecki will provide forecasts of sales

and production volumes. The talk will also address the effect current government regulations have on the market.

Processing Technology Forums During this in-depth look at metal processing trends, major equipment manufacturers will discuss technologies they are developing for processing today’s high strength materials efficiently and effectively.

Shop Talk: Peer-to-Peer Conversations This interactive forum offers unscripted time to talk about what keeps you up at night, issues such as automatic press brake bending, scheduling, plant layout, hiring, and more will be up for discussion.

Golf Scramble The outing on Hermitage’s General’s Retreat course features comradery and fun contests that will test your skills. Food, drink, and prizes will be available afterward.Optional Event Fee: $125

Target Shoot Outing Marksman or not, participate in the fun of target shooting at the Nashville Gun Club — all levels are welcome and there is a reception to follow.Optional Event Fee: $100

Review complete agenda and details at fmanet.org/annualmeeting.

“FMA’s Annual Meeting provides industry-specific data that many companies cannot get elsewhere, the economic

forecasts are extremely valuable to my business.”

Carlos BorjasPresident, Feralloy Corporation Chicago, Ill.

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