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The Future of Manufacturing Foundation hosts events to bring people together around a shared purpose – strengthening the future of the manufacturing sector. By creating opportunities for industry leaders, practitioners, educators and future talent to meet, we encourage open discussion, knowledge sharing and collaboration across the community.
Our events are designed to inspire and inform. Through workshops, talks and discussions led by experienced industry leaders, we explore real challenges and practical ideas that can help individuals and organisations develop. For those attending, it is an opportunity to gain new perspectives, build connections and be part of a wider movement focused on improving the future of manufacturing.
Leading Organisational Excellence
This event brings together manufacturing leaders who are serious about building organisations that can sustain performance, develop people, and adapt in an increasingly demanding environment.
Led by George Donaldson, the session will explore what organisational excellence looks like in practice, combining real operational experience with practical insight into leadership, culture, systems, and long-term business performance.
17th June 2026 | Manchester
Maximising Product Value
This workshop is designed to help manufacturing leaders review how effectively their product portfolio supports profitability, operational performance, and long-term business strategy.
Led by Steve Dougan, the session combines practical experience with structured thinking to help organisations identify opportunities to simplify complexity, improve value, and strengthen commercial performance.
5th August 2026 | Manchester