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October 1, 2026 | The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
Join Maryland manufacturers, technology leaders, and industry experts for an engaging, hands-on day focused on helping small and medium-sized manufacturers explore, evaluate, and implement innovative technologies that drive productivity, competitiveness, and growth.
The 2025 Maryland Manufacturing Innovation Summit will be an immersive, action-packed day tailored specifically for small and medium manufacturers (SMEs), technology integrators, and workforce development leaders.
About the Event
The Maryland Tech Summit brings together small and medium-sized manufacturers, technology leaders, solution providers, and industry partners for a focused day of learning, connection, and real-world innovation.
Designed for manufacturers exploring new ways to improve efficiency, strengthen competitiveness, and adopt emerging technologies, the Summit highlights practical applications of smart manufacturing, artificial intelligence, automation, data-driven decision-making, and advanced production tools.
Attendees will hear from expert speakers, engage with technology demonstrations, connect with exhibitors, and leave with actionable ideas for moving their businesses forward.
Why Attend?
The Summit will feature…
- Two Dedicated Learning Tracks: Choose sessions tailored to your interests with an Artificial Intelligence (AI) track focused on practical AI adoption and implementation, and an Advanced Manufacturing Track exploring smart manufacturing technologies, automation, robotics, digital transformation, and process innovation.
- Expert Presentations & Live Demonstrations: Explore emerging technologies and practical manufacturing innovations designed to improve productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness.
- Interactive Technology Exhibits: Connect with leading technology providers and industry partners showcasing solutions that are shaping the future of manufacturing.
- Real World Manufacturing Insights: Connect with leading technology providers and industry partners showcasing solutions that are shaping the future of manufacturing.
Agenda
7:30 - 8:30AM | Registration, Breakfast & Technology Showcase
8:30 - 9:00 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
AI Breakout Session 1
Technology Session 1
AI Breakout Session 2 – Google
Dave Meyer
Google Trainer, Pennsylvania AI Accelerator
About Dave Meyer is a Google trainer with over 25 years of marketing experience. He currently delivers AI workshops for small businesses across Pennsylvania as part of the Google AI Works Accelerator. Apart from the Accelerator, Dave has presented digital marketing topics to thousands of people across the U.S. and Canada. His presentations include more than 400 webinars on topics including Inbound marketing, CRM, SEO, advertising, content marketing, and Sales strategy. Dave was named 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year by the Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce, and has been recognized by organizations including HubSpot, the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), the Association of Builders and Contractors (ABC) and many others as a thought leader in marketing and communications.
Technology Session 2
10:50 - 11:30 AM | Technology Showcase & Networking
AI Breakout Session 3:
Technology Session 3:
12:15 - 1:00 PM | Closing Statements, Lunch & Networking
1:00 - 1:45 PM | Keynote
1:45 - 2:30 PM | Technology Showcase
Past Event Highlights
Date & Time
Thursday,
October 1, 2026
7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location
The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
7795 Arundel Mills Blvd
Hanover, MD 21076
Tickets
$100 / ticket: Manufacturers
$250 / ticket: Non-Manufacturers
Registration is limited to 150
Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities
Looking to showcase your organization to Maryland’s leading manufacturers, technology providers, and industry innovators? Explore sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities designed to help you connect with key decision-makers, increase your visibility, and position your organization at the forefront of manufacturing innovation at the 2026 Maryland Manufacturing Technology Summit.
2026 TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
Contact Information
For all questions regarding the 2026 Maryland Manufacturing Technology Summit, please contact Sam Calvo at scalvo@mdmep.org.
