Compete Smart 2014
 
Thursday, October 9th - Friday, October 10th, 2014
Holiday Inn Grand MT, 5500 Midland Road, Billings, MT, 59101

SAVE THE DATES!  October 9 & 10, 2014. 2014 brochure cover
Join us to CELEBRATE MANUFACTURING and the many ways it is MAKING THE MAGIC that enriches our lives everyday. The 2014 Compete Smart Manufacturing Conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Grand MT in Billings.

Seeing is Believing at area plant tours. Let a choice of 25 breakout sessions open your eyes to new ideas and illustrate -- the future is now.

Let Keynote Joe Calhoon, business growth strategist, magically get you and your team on the same page for more success.

Again, we're included everyone's favorite -- Montana Company Leaders on the Alchemy of Success. Hear from
Bryan Wood, Wood's Powr-Grip, celebrating 50 years in 2014!
Lacey Ehlke,Felco & Montana Hydraulics, simultaneous ISO certifications in 2014!
Claude Smith, Pasta Montana, on Karate Manufacturing!

Learn to tap into your magic, and multiply your options with priceless peer perspectives and offerings of goods and services to be found in the expanded Exhibitor Hall and Hot Seats! In 2014 we've also conjured up m
ore Networking Time with peers and allies. 

Join the Evening Social with Plenty of Food and Beverages to get a glimpse into "Open Sesame: Opportunity & Innovation in the Bakken." On Friday, stay for the closing luncheon and leave Believing in the Magic after hearing the true story of success in a highly competitive business, West Paw Design.

NorthWestern Energy will Co-Host this event with the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center along with Montana Department of Commerce, Montana Chamber of Commerce/Mfg Council, First Interstate Bank, Big Sky Economic Development, the Governor's Office of Economic Development, Montana Department of Labor, and many other generous sponsors. (See logos at left or read more on the Sponsor tab.)

Make Plans to Attend! And celebrate the magic
with manufacturing peers and allies. Come, join the fun!



Mark Your Calendar for Compete Smart Oct. 9 & 10, 2014 -- Today! Remember to bring your team.

Check the navigation bar at top for more conference detail, but if you still have questions, feel free to contact MMEC or call Deborah Nash, 406-994-4507.


SPECIAL REGISTRATION RATES for those who are now or become members of the Montana Chamber of Commerce and/or its Montana Manufacturing Council by September 15. GAIN a voice in policy and regulatory issues facing business today.  As always, TEAM discounts are available for three or more to encourage shared learnings.