2023 Annual Meeting

Attending IADD’s Annual Meeting gives you valuable knowledge and experience. Not only does it provide priceless opportunities to connect with others from within your industry, but you’ll also hear from industry experts who will help you prepare for the future and navigate running a thriving business in an increasingly competitive market. 

Enjoy two-days filled with programming and fun! Hear from industry experts that will prepare you for the future of diemaking and diecutting. Get an exclusive tour of Millennium Die Group’s facility to gain insight into how this 70-year-old die shop runs.

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Programs

Facility Tour – Millennium Die Group
Cole Ippolite, Plant Manager
Millennium Die Group manufactures steel rule dies, including for folding carton, printed folders, gaskets, labels, control panels and overlays, membrane switches and medical disposables. During our tour, gain a new appreciation for how a die shop operates, and learn more about the daily workings and unique parts of this 70-year-old company.  Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned veteran, this educational opportunity is one not to miss!

Stack the Shack
IADD Staff
Can you communicate effectively even in the face of difficult or frustrating situations? Can you and your team build a house of cards before time runs out? Sounds simple enough, right? Communicating with your peers is an obvious expectation but at times can be difficult for some even if you don’t notice it. You and your team will be tasked with building a house out of a deck of cards but with a twist!

Manufacturing People Issues
George Bureau, WMEP (Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership) Manufacturing Solutions
Over the past few years one buzz word heard again and again is “retention.” Employee retention can seem like a daunting topic but in a competitive market it is an important one. During this program, reflect on thriving business’ recruiting tactics and discuss slower business’ efficiency opportunities, such as training and automation.

Talent & Culture in Today's Business Environment
George Bureau, WMEP (Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership) Manufacturing Solutions
Are you getting the ROI from your investment in your people? In this program, you will learn how to pay attention to the employee’s experience and why it is important. Hear real examples of other manufacturers who overcame similar hurdles and how you can too. When looking at the human capital that is your employees, success for them is success for you!

Awards Dinner & Recognition
Network with your fellow members while enjoying delicious food. Celebrate award recipients as we honor their achievements with IADD.

Managing Risk in Large Capital Projects
Charlie Haas, CG Schmidt, Inc.
Are you currently limited by your space? Let's explore today's marketplace and how best to navigate construction to make a space that works for you and your company. This program will also explore Capital Improvements, what is being seen and why we are seeing it. There will be a review of a recent case study and what next steps would be to begin the process. 

Navigating International Waters: Go-to-Market Considerations for Expanding Globally 
Shannon Bryant, Trade-IQ, LLC
In this program, we will explore the importance of going global and why you should consider it for your business. The different factors of expanding globally and the potential costs surrounding it. There will be a deep-dive into the common pitfalls and what to watch-out for, along with current global trade trends. 

Schedule

Hotel 

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, located at 333 W Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203, is our official headquarters hotel. Learn more about Hyatt Regency Milwaukee here