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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210618
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SUMMARY:PLASTEC East 2021
DESCRIPTION:Industries everywhere depend on plastic. Meet leaders at the center of it all at the region’s largest plastics and polymers event. Discover the latest thinking in injection molding\, 3D printing\, and new materials and meet thousands of professionals at the epicenter of design and manufacturing.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/plastec-east-2021/
LOCATION:Jacob Javits Convention Center\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:Convention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210508
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SUMMARY:ANTEC® 2021
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/antec-2021/
LOCATION:Sheraton Downtown Denver\, Denver\, CO
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T170000
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CREATED:20201209T170013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T170013Z
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SUMMARY:Sales & Marketing Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/sales-marketing-virtual-summit/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201205
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SUMMARY:PLASTEC Minneapolis Virtual Engineering Week 2020
DESCRIPTION:After close consultation with our industry partners\, we have agreed that it’s in the best interest of our exhibitors and attendees to cancel the 2020 in-person event and shift to a digital format. \nWe know the opportunity to connect\, learn\, and grow your business is critical\, and though we are deeply disappointed that we won’t be meeting in person this year\, we are thrilled to announce the launch of Virtual Engineering Week — coming this Fall! \nVirtual Engineering Week taking place November 30–December 4\, 2020\, was created to foster meaningful and productive engagement within the full design\, engineering\, and manufacturing communities. Look for more information coming soon about the many ways you can participate in Virtual Engineering Week.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/plastec-minneapolis-virtual-engineering-week-2020/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201113
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T165431Z
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SUMMARY:EHS Summit 2020 - A Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:The Environmental\, Health and Safety (EHS) Summit is designed to share best leadership and safety practices with industry professionals hoping to achieve world-class safety within their companies. \nThis one-of-a-kind learning and networking conference will focus on uniting manufacturing executives from across the United States. Attendees will focus on best practices in environment\, health and safety along with becoming a better leader. \nThis Summit promises to provide high-level safety professionals with implementable ideas they can take back to their facilities to improve their operations and achieve world-class safety.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/ehs-summit-2020/
CATEGORIES:Summit,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201106
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20201021T170035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T170035Z
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SUMMARY:The Application of Continuous Improvement
DESCRIPTION:While economic uncertainty introduces stress and forces change\, it also presents a unique opportunity for business leaders to renew their focus on the application and evaluation of continuous improvement in their facilities. Through incremental process improvement and reduction of waste\, manufacturers are able to increase both their output and efficiencies\, while decreasing their footprint in an ever-increasingly competitive global market. \nDuring the AMBA’s upcoming virtual forum\, “The Application of Continuous Improvement\,” attendees will experience: \n\nExpert keynote presentations\nAMBA member and partner case studies\nReal-world examples of continuous improvement and the ROI achieved\nPeer-to-peer interactions and discussion\nBest-in-class panel discussion
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/the-application-of-continuous-improvement/
CATEGORIES:Forum,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T130000
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CREATED:20200910T220315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T220315Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable Discussion – Embracing the Challenges of the “Now”
DESCRIPTION:Just like today’s environment\, business conditions and expectations are changing minute-by-minute. Despite the constant chaos\, however\, today’s leaders can be sure of one thing – those who embrace the challenges before them have the unique opportunity to survive\, and even to thrive. \nJoin other industry professionals for a roundtable discussion on how they’re embracing and conquering the challenges of “now”. \nThis is a member-only event. \n 
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/roundtable-discussion-embracing-the-challenges-of-the-now/
CATEGORIES:Roundtable Discussion,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20201006T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T210941Z
UID:2123-1603800000-1603803600@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:2020 Race for the White House: Politics\, Outcomes and Trade – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the closing weeks of the 2020 elections\, manufacturers across the country continue to wait to see in which directions voters will send American policy from trade and taxes to regulations and job training. AMBA’s lobbyist in Washington\, D.C.\, Omar S. Nashashibi with the Franklin Partnership\, will provide an insider’s insights into the race for the White House\, the chances for Democrats to take control of the U.S. Senate and whether Nancy Pelosi will serve another two years as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. \nThe outcome of the presidency especially will have a significant impact on manufacturing in America and how the U.S. approaches China\, trade and other challenges. During this presentation\, attendees will get exclusive access to information related to: \n\nThe status of the race for the White House just days ahead of the November 3 vote\nWhich states may swing the election\, particularly given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19\nHow a Biden administration would impact manufacturers\nWhat actions President Trump might take as they relate to manufacturing and mold manufacturers in particular\n\nWith so many questions facing Washington policymakers at both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue\, you won’t want to miss this timely presentation that will help your business better plan during these uncertain times.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/2020-race-for-the-white-house-politics-outcomes-and-trade-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T120000
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CREATED:20200917T182807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T183615Z
UID:2094-1602666000-1602676800@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:OESA 2020 Harbour Results\, Inc. Automotive Tooling Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\n\n\nThe Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) and Harbour Results\, Inc. (HRI) will host the 2020 Automotive Tooling Update virtually on Oct. 14\, 2020. This year has been unprecedented for the global marketplace and the industry will be feeling the impact through 2021 and\, potentially\, beyond. \nThis year’s event is shortened to focus on the automotive tooling market intelligence and insights critical for the health of individual shops and the North American manufacturing industry today and in the future. \nWith the presidential election on the horizon\, Omar Nashashibi\, founding partner of The Franklin Partnership will review how the presidential race outcome will impact the economy\, manufacturing\, tariffs and trade. \nIn addition\, Cara Walton\, engagement manager\, Harbour Results\, Inc. (HRI)\, will provide an economic forecast that looks at the affect the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the marketplace as well as what to expect in the future. \nFinally\, Laurie Harbour\, president and CEO\, HRI\, will provide an automotive industry forecast and how it will impact the entire supply chain\, including tool and die makers. This will include a tooling forecast for the next several years as well as best practices shops should be utilizing to recover from the COVID crisis. \nExecutives from tool shops who have or are interested in automotive business including Tier 1 suppliers\, OEM purchasing\, and sales\, marketing and engineering professionals in the automotive mold and die industry should plan to attend. The information shared during this virtual event will help companies across the entire automotive supply chain as they plan for the future.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/oesa-2020-harbour-results-inc-automotive-tooling-update/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201001
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200910T145529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T145529Z
UID:2064-1601251200-1601510399@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Moldex3D Digital Twin Live 2020
DESCRIPTION:Moldex3D sincerely invite you to join us on Moldex3D Digital Twin Live 2020.  It is a 3-day global LIVE conference starting from September 28 – 30. \nDigital Twin presents real-world condition and allows us to achieve better molding optimization. Moldex3D helps you to gain more accurate results and smoother process through simulating in a digital world. Making Digital Twin possible is exactly what we do for molding simulation at Moldex3D!
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/moldex3d-digital-twin-live-2020/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200910T220602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T220602Z
UID:2081-1600858800-1600862400@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Lead Generation and Marketing Strategy in a Virtual World: Tactical “To Dos”
DESCRIPTION:As all mold builders navigate the second half of the year in the COVID-19 environment\, many are realizing the need to shake up their lead generation and marketing strategies\, but are struggling to understand how to make personal\, meaningful connections when virtual meetings are the new norm. \nJoin Shelly Otenbaker\, president at Waypoint Communications\, as she shares tactical\, immediately actionable “to-dos” that enable sales and marketing professionals to successfully engage potential customers. The second half of her presentation will allow for attendees to share situational challenges where Otenbaker will then provide case-by-case insights and practical implementation examples.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/lead-generation-and-marketing-strategy-in-a-virtual-world-tactical-to-dos/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200602T161126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T161126Z
UID:1938-1597305600-1597327200@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:AMBA Plant Tour Workshop: Century Die Co.
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/amba-plant-tour-workshop-century-die-co/
LOCATION:Century Die Co.\, Fremont\, OH
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200725
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191211T221608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T221616Z
UID:1691-1595376000-1595635199@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Young Professionals Leadership Summit
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URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/young-professionals-leadership-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T130000
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CREATED:20200602T143605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T143605Z
UID:1934-1592308800-1592312400@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:The New Normal: Best Practices for Minimizing Employment and Financial Risk in COVID-19 Era
DESCRIPTION:As the country pivots to reopening\, questions abound on how employers can safely maintain operations while dealing with a cautious workforce and an uncertain economy. \nJoin Alan Rothenbuecher and Johanna Parker from Benesch as they discuss: \n\nThe legal and practical employment and safety hurdles employers will now face\nBest practices for leveraging your financial position with at-risk customers\nProtecting your confidential information with an increased remote workforce
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/the-new-normal-best-practices-for-minimizing-employment-and-financial-risk-in-covid-19-era/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200614
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191211T221416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T143154Z
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SUMMARY:Amerimold Connects
DESCRIPTION:Let’s face it – this is the strangest time the industry has seen in decades. With the spread of COVID-19\, the moldmaking industry has been forced into quarantine on a national and global scale\, severely limiting the opportunities we all have to make the business connections and advancements we all depend on to grow our business. Amerimold Connects is our answer to the industry’s need for an event where our community can connect in an uncertain time. \nAmerimold Connects will take place from June 9th-13th in a virtual space administered by MapYourShow. Attendees will be able to visit virtual booths hosted by exhibitors across the country\, take part in education sessions\, and communicate with other attendees and exhibitors through a unique chatting interface. You’ll be able to access all of these amazing features throughout the week at your convenience. We’re taking the tradeshow experience and bringing it to your home or office. And the best part? Amerimold Connects is completely free to attend!
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/amerimold-connects-2020/
CATEGORIES:Expo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200602T141045Z
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SUMMARY:Today's Business Operations – Continuing Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The leaders in our industry continue to face new challenges\, related both directly to the COVID-19 pandemic and to the new challenges of starting businesses up again s states begin to “re-open.” \nThis is why it’s more critical than ever to continue bringing AMBA members together to discuss timely topics\, including: \n\nPPP loan forgiveness\nState re-opening procedures\nManaging employee stress\nNecessary PPE to supply / require\nHealth care benefits and policies for furloughed / laid off employees\nSafety after COVID-19\nand more\n\nSimilar to AMBA’s past COVID-19 Continuing COVID-19 Roundtable Discussions held during the last couple of weeks\, this session will be a facilitated roundtable discussion where AMBA members can participate in a Q&A with their peers. Representatives from Benesch\, Friedlander\, Coplan & Aronoff\, LLP will also be available to provide legal guidance and insight into offered questions.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/todays-business-operations-continuing-roundtable-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200602T160720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T160720Z
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SUMMARY:AMBA Emerging Leaders Virtual Ignition Workshop Series: Building Your Leadership Essentials Kit - in 27 Minutes!
DESCRIPTION:The AMBA Emerging Leaders Network\, alongside the Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors (MAPP) and the Association for Rubber Products Manufacturers (ARPM) young professional groups\, is launching a new workshop series for 40-and-under manufacturing professionals: Virtual Ignition – Lighting Your Path to Leadership. \nDuring these monthly workshops (which will be held on the third Thursday of every month\, June – August)\, the associations will host a series of speakers\, facilitators and exchanges where young professionals and those new to the industry will explore how to lead through an environment of change and uncertainty. These sessions will illuminate new opportunities for leadership growth\, empowering attendees to embrace new opportunities along their own path and strengthening their ability to light the way for others. \nWorkshop sessions will be held on the third Thursday of every month. All workshops will include live takeaway discussions during or after each presentation. \nSession 2: Building Your Leadership Essentials Kit – in 27 Minutes!\nPresented by Kirk Weisler\, Author of The Dog Poop Initiative \nThe Emerging Leaders Network will continue its Virtual Ignition Series with Kirk Weisler\, a distinguished keynote speaker and author of The Dog Poop Initiative. Weisler will lead attendees through the building of their “Essentials Kit”\, which will accelerate participants’ leadership learning and enhance each attendee’s legacy through acquiring and putting into practice the leadership learning habits that matter most. For an introduction to the concept of an “Essentials Kit”\, view this recommended clip from Brian Regan. \nWeisler will facilitate three short\, 27-minute sessions (followed by a final 30-minute extended facilitated discussion) during the month of June that will each result in actionable – and fun! – material. For individual session details and needed supplies\, click here. \nSession Dates:  \n\nThursday\, June 4 | 11 AM EST | Topic: The Empty Book (27 minutes)\nThursday\, June 11 | 11AM EST | Topic: Why the “Greeny” Leader Wins (27 minutes)\nThursday\, June 18 | 11AM EST | Topic: Great Leaders Teach – A Look at Beliefs and Behavior (27 minutes\, followed by a 30-minute facilitated discussion)\n\nIn addition to the facilitated discussion with Weisler\, attendees will also be placed in pre-assigned groups of three to discuss and reflect on how the content relates to their own experiences and how it can be implemented moving forward. These 10-15-minute downloads will take place directly after each session (or the groups will have the opportunity to meet separately at a time of their choosing). \nThere is limited availability for this event. Because you will be committing to and supporting your pre-assigned group members\, attendees are expected to partake in all three sessions. If you do not believe you can make this commitment\, please do not register. If you miss a session\, your registration for future sessions will be canceled.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/amba-emerging-leaders-virtual-ignition-workshop-series-building-your-leadership-essentials-kit-in-27-minutes/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200602T140829Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Strategy – AMBA Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Due to quickly changing conditions\, state-by-state shutdown mandates\, strict travel policies and social distancing guidelines\,  sales employees are facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to managing current and new customer relationships and continuing business. \nSimilar to AMBA’s past peer networking discussions\, AMBA members will have the opportunity to discuss their challenges and solutions during a roundtable discussion and Q&A with their peers where they can address and discuss their evolving sales strategy in light of COVID-19 pandemic.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/sales-strategy-amba-roundtable-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200318T171320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T171320Z
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SUMMARY:AMBA Conference 2020 E-Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/amba-conference-2020-e-event/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200403
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190326T181156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T174020Z
UID:744-1585526400-1585871999@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:ANTEC® 2020: The Virtual Edition
DESCRIPTION:Announcing ANTEC® 2020: The Virtual Edition. \nANTEC® is the premier knowledge-sharing and networking event for the plastics industry. So even though corporate travel bans and social-distancing requirements have made the networking part of ANTEC® impossible\, the knowledge-sharing will go on! \nPlease see the FAQs for more information.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/antec-2020-the-virtual-edition/
LOCATION:Marriott River Center\, San Antonio\, TX
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20200228T220010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T220010Z
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SUMMARY:Attract and Retain Top Talent with Enhanced Benefits
DESCRIPTION:For the fourth year running\, mold manufacturers have identified workforce development\, including recruiting\, training and retaining high-quality employees\, as the top issue facing the mold building industry. This webinar\, presented by Benesch Friedlander Coplan & Aronoff LLP\, will focus on providing owners and top management with techniques to enhance benefits and attract/retain top talent\, tackling the workforce development challenge head-on.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/attract-and-retain-top-talent-with-enhanced-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191211T220541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T220541Z
UID:1681-1582790400-1582819200@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:AMBA Sales Process Forum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/amba-sales-process-forum/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200214
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191211T220052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T220102Z
UID:1677-1581379200-1581638399@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:PLASTEC West 2020
DESCRIPTION:PLASTEC West — The Proof Is in the Plastics\n\n\n\nPossibilities abound in plastics. 3D printing is disrupting how we manufacture\, well\, everything — shoes\, car components\, dental devices\, prosthetics\, casts — and injection molding has seen some fascinating developments as automation and robotics play a larger role. \nInnovation is the name of the game right now and PLASTEC West\, the largest annual plastics and polymers event\, is the stage. Meet leaders in plastics at free sessions and activities at the expo\, dig deeper on education at the 3D Printing Innovation Summit\, and find the connections and suppliers that will help you improve your plastics and processing capabilities. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/plastec-west-2020/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191211T220312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T220312Z
UID:1679-1576155600-1576159200@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Peer Networking: Senior Leaders
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/peer-networking-senior-leaders-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20191028T153539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T153539Z
UID:1586-1573650000-1573653600@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Privacy and Data Security
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Webinar: Privacy and Data Security\nNov. 13 | 1PM EST \nData security and privacy issues are among the most important issues facing businesses of all sizes today. In a data-centric world where personal information and data is gathered\, processed\, stored and transmitted by every business worldwide\, the relevance and importance of data security and privacy is not going away. Data security has risen from a non-issue\, to an issue focused on particular industries\, to an issue facing all industries. \nPresented by Alan Rothenbuecher\, partner at Benesch\, Friedlander\, Coplan & Aronoff LLP\, this webinar is designed to provide strategies for managing the legal risks associated with data processing. \nMembers $25. Non-members $50. Register here.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/webinar-privacy-and-data-security/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191031
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190904T150914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T152545Z
UID:1539-1572393600-1572479999@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:OESA and Harbour Results Inc. 2019 Automotive Tooling Update
DESCRIPTION:Registration Open for OESA/HRI Tooling Update\nOctober 30 | Livonia\, MI. \nTroy Nix\, AMBA Executive Director\, will present the keynote address at the 2019 Automotive Tooling Update\, which will provide attendees with automotive tooling market intelligence and insights critical for the health of the entire automotive industry. \nHosted by at the Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) and Harbour Results\, Inc. (HRI)\, key takeaways will include thought leadership on the automotive tooling industry\, hallmarks of a robust tooling process\, best practices and lessons learned. \nTo see a full list of speakers and to register\, visit here. \n 
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/oesa-and-harbour-results-inc-2019-automotive-tooling-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190904T150234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T152700Z
UID:1535-1571904000-1571922000@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Plant Tour Workshop: United Tool and Mold
DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Plastics Industry Running\nIn the world of just-in-time delivery\, United Tool and Mold’s (UTM) main focus is on keeping its customers’ presses running and preventing lines from going down. Through capacity\, efficiency\, flexibility and a “Rhino Charge” attitude\, UTM handles 2500+ emergency\, engineering changes and general repairs each year. \nAs the industry-leading repair service for plastic injection and blow molds\, United Tool and Mold services its customers from two facilities: one in Rainbow City\, AL\, and a new\, 60\,000 sq. ft. facility in Liberty\, SC. From engineering\, CNC machining\, laser engraving\, welding and hot runner services to logistics\, customized job tracking and inspection\, UTM’s new facility is optimized for efficient workflow. With three new spotting presses\, 14 overhead cranes and a “drive-through” concept that allows two 40-foot tractor trailers to load and unload simultaneously\, UTM’s response time is unmatched. \nWith an emphasis on continuous improvement\, the UTM plant tour will highlight several new installations\, including a large-capacity 5-axis CNC machine and fluidized bed\, laser welders and laser engravers\, spotting presses and a specially designed mobile app that increases communication between UTM and its customers. Attendees also will explore new advancements in reverse engineering capabilities and quality validation. \nPlant tour workshop includes lunch\, best-practice discussion and networking dinner at FireForge Brewery the evening of Oct. 23rd. \nTour Workshop Schedule: \n\n\n\nOct. 23\n\n\n\n6:30 – 8:30pm\nNetworking Dinner at FireForge Brewery\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOct. 24\n\n\n\n7:30am\nTour Registration\n\n\n8:00am\nKick-Off\, AMBA\n\n\n8:20am\nOverview\, UTM Team\n\n\n8:45am\nTransport to UTM\n\n\n9:00am\nTour UTM\n\n\n11:00am\nLunch and Best Practices Discussion\n\n\n12:30pm\nTour Workshop Adjourns\n\n\n\n\nHotel: \nAloft Hotel\n5 North Laurens St.\nGreenville\, S.C. \nHotel rate is $145/night and includes in-room internet. Room block pricing expires on October 2\, 2019.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/plant-tour-workshop-united-tool-and-mold/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191025
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190904T185319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T153047Z
UID:1541-1571788800-1571961599@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:MD&M Minneapolis/PLASTEC MN 2019
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n \nMD&M/PLASTEC MN\nOctober 23-24\, 2019 \nRegistration is now open for MD&M Minneapolis and PLASTEC MN\, offering targeted information for engineers conceptualizing\, designing and manufacturing next-generation medical devices. \nAttendees will come away with solutions to problems they face in their jobs every day\, along with inspiration to spur future innovations. MD&M offers three district conference tracks: \n\nTrack A: Research and Development\nTrack B: Product Development\nTrack C: Quality and Manufacturing\n\nTo meet suppliers\, test the latest technologies\, gain insight during hours of free education and to network with current and potential partners\, register here.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/plastec-minneapolis-2019/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Convention Center\, 1301 Second Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190904T145400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T145400Z
UID:1533-1571140800-1571158800@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Leaders Workshop: Leading from Within
DESCRIPTION:Join other AMBA under-40 professionals at the Zionsville Underground in Zionsville\, IN (just northwest of Indianapolis\, IN) during this half-day workshop for the AMBA Emerging Leaders group\, where AMBA members (both mold builders and suppliers) will participate in the Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral Assessment\, a tool that measures a person’s motivating drives and needs. \nDuring this event\, Heather Haas of Advisa USA will provide personalized coaching\, measuring and diagnosing opportunities for performance improvement and leadership development for each attendee at the individual\, team and organizational level. Participants will walk away with increased self-awareness and confidence that will allow them to optimize their strengths in the workplace and leadership ability. \nRegistration includes a light lunch with networking that will begin at 12 p.m. EST. Programming will conclude at 5 p.m. EST with an optional networking happy hour to follow.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/emerging-leaders-workshop-leading-from-within/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T060744
CREATED:20190904T144655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T144655Z
UID:1531-1570539600-1570543200@americanmoldbuilder.com
SUMMARY:Implementing Additive Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:During this one hour webinar\, Jon Carlson of GF Machining will explain the process of additive manufacturing and the features and benefits it offers the mold and die market. Attendees will also learn how others are implementing it and how it continues to develop in the marketplace. \nThis webinar is a members-only event. Interested non-members should inquire about non-member price at info@amba.org.
URL:https://americanmoldbuilder.com/event/implementing-additive-manufacturing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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