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SUMMARY:Six Course Leadership Training Series - Danville Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Drive results with stronger frontline leaders!\nJoin us for an exclusive 6-course leadership training series tailored specifically for the dynamic manufacturing sector! Dive deep into the core tenets of leadership and learn how to navigate\, inspire\, and drive growth within your manufacturing company. Whether you’re a mid-level manager\, a frontline supervisor\, or preparing for a supervisory role\, this series is designed with you in mind. \nWhat You Will Gain: \n\nLeadership Foundations\nEfficient operational strategies\nThe power of data-driven decisions\nEmbracing technology and innovation\nTeam Dynamics and Effective Communication\nStrategic Planning & Vision\nChange Management in Manufacturing\nDeveloping a Leadership Legacy\n\nBeneficial for any professional seeking to: Become a good (or better) leader. Equip yourself with industry-specific leadership skills. Network with fellow manufacturing professionals. Improve operational efficiency\, team dynamics\, and overall business performance. \nClasses will be on Thursday mornings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon with the following schedule: \n\nFebruary 26th – Communications: Connect Through Conversations\nMarch 12th- Coaching: Moving People Forward\nMarch 26th – Setting Goals and Reviewing Results\nApril 9th – Addressing Poor Performance\nApril 23rd – Building and Sustaining Trust\nMay 7th – Resolving Workplace Conflict\n\n“This program is helping organizations build stronger leaders who can improve retention\, performance\, and workplace culture\,” said Anne Moore-Sparks\, President & CEO of the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce. “We’re excited to see this training return to our region\, where leadership development is critical to business growth.” \nThe course equips current and emerging leaders with practical\, behavior-based skills in communication\, coaching\, goal setting\, performance management\, trust-building and conflict resolution. Each four-hour session combines instruction with skills practice\, group discussion\, and real-world application. \nBert Eades\, Business Development Director at GENEDGE\, emphasized the long-term value: “When organizations invest in developing leaders\, they see measurable impacts in employee engagement\, retention\, and productivity. This course is structured to give supervisors and managers the tools they need to lead with confidence and clarity.” \nLocal industry leaders agree on the program’s impact. Amelia Cheek\, HR Business Partner at IperionX\, shared: “Our leaders who attended past sessions came back more prepared to handle real challenges. They’re more effective coaches\, better communicators\, and stronger contributors to our culture.” \nEducation partners are also key to the program’s success. Chad Younger\, Director of Workforce Services at Danville Community College\, noted: “We’re proud to host this training on our campus. DCC is committed to supporting regional workforce development\, and programs like this provide immediate and lasting benefits for local employers.” \nThis course is ideal for: \n\nMid-level managers: Professionals who are already in leadership roles and are looking to refine their skills.\nFrontline supervisors: Those who are at the grassroots of operations and are responsible for immediate decision-making.\nAspiring supervisors: Employees looking to move up the ladder and take on more managerial roles.\n\nCost for all six classes is $1\,500 per person. Classes are capped at 20 for this session. \nFor more information or questions about the Leadership training please contact: \nBert Eades (276) 734.6291 bert.eades@genedge.org \nTo register via Eventbrite\, click HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/six-course-leadership-training-series-danville-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Danville Community College\, 1008 South Main Street Taylor Bldg\, Rm 203 B\, Danville\, VA\, 24541\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House - Apr 2026
DESCRIPTION:Open houses include a center tour\, live demonstrations\, and time for questions with SCA staff. \nThe Cobotic Alliance Center is a regional hub dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Hampton Roads adopt and integrate cobotic welding. The Center provides hands-on demonstrations\, training\, and real-world evaluation of cobotic systems to reduce risk and accelerate learning. Through the HAMMER Program—Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics—we offer structured workforce development\, technical guidance\, and support packages designed to meet companies wherever they are in their cobotic journey. \n \nThe HAMMER Program is an initiative designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers explore\, train\, and integrate cobotic welding technologies. HAMMER provides companies with guided access to hands-on demonstrations\, workforce upskilling\, part and process evaluations\, and practical integration support. The program meets manufacturers at their current level of readiness\, helping them understand where cobots fit\, what benefits they can expect\, and how to adopt the technology with confidence and reduced risk. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-alliance-center-hammer-open-house-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:VSMA Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Digitizing Legacy Machines: Making Your Manufacturing Data Work for You\nManufacturers are under increasing pressure to improve productivity\, reduce downtime\, and gain better visibility into their operations. Smart manufacturing technologies can help address these challenges\, but many small and mid-sized manufacturers are unsure where to begin. \nThe Virginia Smart Manufacturing Accelerator (VSMA) Roadshow Series is designed to help Virginia manufacturers understand how digital technologies can be applied to existing equipment and operations without requiring major capital investments. \nThis event combines classroom instruction\, live technology demonstrations\, and practical business discussion to show how manufacturers can begin capturing and using operational data to improve decision-making on the shop floor. \nParticipants will see how manufacturing data can move from machines to actionable insights that help reduce downtime\, improve quality\, and strengthen operational control. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocation: New College Institute (NCI)\, Martinsville\, Virginia \nCost: Free to attendRegistration: RequiredCapacity: Limited seating \nSign up HERE through Eventbrite \n\nWhat Makes This Event Different\nThis roadshow combines three learning components in a single program designed specifically for manufacturers. \nClassroom Instruction\nSubject matter experts from Virginia Tech will explain the smart manufacturing journey from machine-level data collection to operational decision-making. \nLive Technology Demonstration\nParticipants will see sensors\, equipment\, and data collection systems operating in a live demonstration environment\, providing a hands-on understanding of how digital technologies connect to manufacturing equipment. \nBusiness Application\nIndustry experts will translate the technology into practical business terms\, discussing implementation considerations\, expected costs\, and potential operational benefits. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\nParticipants will gain insight into the full path from machine data to operational improvement\, including: \n\nHow to identify what production data is valuable to capture\nHow sensors connect machines to usable operational data\nHow manufacturing data can be visualized through dashboards and analytics\nHow data can support faster decision-making on downtime\, quality\, and throughput\nHow to evaluate return on investment and prioritize next steps\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis event is designed for leaders and decision-makers within Virginia manufacturing companies\, including: \nPlant and Operations ManagersGain insight into how smart manufacturing technologies can improve uptime\, efficiency\, and operational performance. \nEngineers and Technical StaffUnderstand how sensors\, data systems\, and analytics tools integrate with existing equipment. \nBusiness Owners and ExecutivesLearn how to evaluate the business case for smart manufacturing investments. \n\nPart of the Virginia Smart Manufacturing Accelerator Roadshow Series\nThis event is one of seven regional roadshow events delivered across Virginia to help manufacturers explore practical applications of smart manufacturing technologies without the need to travel to large industry conferences. \nThe series is presented through a collaboration of: \n\nGENEDGE\nVirginia Tech\nOld Dominion University\nVirginia State University\nGeorge Mason University\nNew College Institute\n\n\nNext Steps for Interested Manufacturers\nFollowing the event\, manufacturers can work with GENEDGE to further evaluate opportunities to improve operational performance through smart manufacturing technologies. \nGENEDGE can assist companies with structured assessments\, improvement roadmaps\, and identifying available funding opportunities that support technology adoption.
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/vsma-smart-manufacturing-roadshow/
LOCATION:New College Institute (NCI)\, 191 Fayette Street\, Martinsville\, VA\, 24112\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Half-day course for manufacturing leaders exploring cobotic welding. Hands-on demos\, ROI discussion\, and guidance from interest to adoption. \n   \nOverview\nThis half-day course is designed for manufacturing leaders who need to make informed\, business-driven decisions about cobotic welding adoption. Rather than focusing on programming or operator-level training\, the session provides a structured\, practical overview of how cobotic welding can fit into your operation\, what problems it can solve\, and when it does not make sense. \nParticipants will engage directly with cobotic welding systems\, discuss real-world cost and ROI considerations\, and gain clarity on how to move from interest to a disciplined adoption plan. \nWhat You’ll Learn and Experience \n\nHands-on interaction with cobotic welding systems in a live training environment\nPractical discussion of benefits\, limitations\, costs\, and ROI drivers\nOperational considerations including workforce impact\, throughput\, and quality\nCommon pitfalls and misconceptions around cobotic welding adoption\nGuidance on moving from initial interest to evaluation\, piloting\, and implementation\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis course is intended for: \n\nOwners\, executives\, and senior leaders\nOperations and manufacturing managers\nEngineering and production decision-makers\nAnyone responsible for capital investment or technology strategy\n\nNo prior robotics or welding automation experience is required. \nProgram Context\nThis course is offered as part of the HAMMER Program (Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics) and is delivered at the Cobotic Alliance Center—providing manufacturers with low-risk exposure\, education\, and guidance around collaborative robotic welding. \nCost \n\n$250 per seat (grant-subsidized)\n$1\,000 standard cost\n\nSeats are limited to ensure meaningful interaction with equipment and instructors. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-welding-for-leaders-half-day-course-may-2026/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Hands-On Process Improvement Workshop (Half-Day) for Spanish Speakers
DESCRIPTION:This half-day\, hands-on\, spanish langauage workshop introduces proven process improvement methods through an interactive manufacturing simulation. Participants will learn how to identify value-added versus non-value-added work\, reduce waste\, improve flow\, and align production to customer demand. Through multiple simulation rounds\, attendees apply tools such as process mapping\, workplace organization\, standard work\, visual management\, and pull systems to see how small changes can significantly improve efficiency\, reduce costs\, and improve overall performance. \nEste taller practico en español\, en medio día presentará métodos de mejora de procesos comprobados vía una simulación interactiva de un proceso de manufactura. Los participantes aprenderán a distinguir entre el trabajo que agrega valor y el que no\, a reducir el desperdicio\, mejorar el flujo\, y alinear la producción a la demanda del cliente. A través de múltiples rondas de simulación\, los asistentes aplicarán herramientas como el mapeo de procesos\, la organización del lugar de trabajo\, aplicación de trabajo estándar\, la gestión visual y los sistemas “pull”. Verán cómo pequeños cambios pueden mejorar significativamente la eficiencia\, reducir costos y mejorar el rendimiento general. \nREGISTER HERE \nVirginia Western Community College\n3094 Colonial Avenue SW\nRoanoke\, VA 24015\nStem Building – Room 214 \nThis $275 per person training is offered at NO-COST through a GENEDGE partnership with Virginia Western Community College and the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board. \nSpace Is limited!
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/hands-on-process-improvement-workshop-half-day-delivered-in-spanish/
LOCATION:Virginia Western Community College\, 3094 Colonial Ave SW\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24015
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T080000
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SUMMARY:Hands-On Process Improvement Workshop (Half-Day)
DESCRIPTION:This half-day\, hands-on workshop introduces proven process improvement methods through an interactive manufacturing simulation. Participants will learn how to identify value-added versus non-value-added work\, reduce waste\, improve flow\, and align production to customer demand. Through multiple simulation rounds\, attendees apply tools such as process mapping\, workplace organization\, standard work\, visual management\, and pull systems to see how small changes can significantly improve efficiency\, reduce costs\, and improve overall performance. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/hands-on-process-improvement-workshop-half-day-2/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Pl\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
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CREATED:20260314T135937Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Employees While Maintaining a Safe and Productive Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers and other employers often face difficult situations involving employee wellbeing\, workplace safety\, and maintaining a productive workforce. Supervisors are frequently the first to encounter these challenges and must balance compassion for employees with the responsibility to protect the workplace and the organization. \nThis session brings together experts from industry and community organizations to discuss practical approaches employers can use when navigating complex employee situations. Participants will gain insight into recognizing and responding to challenging workplace circumstances\, supporting employees in accessing community resources\, and exploring options that help employees remain productive members of the workforce. \nThe program will include perspectives from GENEDGE\, community support organizations\, and workforce development professionals. Together they will highlight approaches that allow employers to respond appropriately\, protect their organizations\, and connect employees with resources that may help them overcome personal challenges while remaining engaged in the workforce. \nThis event will be held at the Pulaski Innovation Center on Thursday\, May 21 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. \nMore details will be coming in the near future.
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/supporting-employees-while-maintaining-a-safe-and-productive-workplace/
LOCATION:Pulaski Innovation Center – New River Conference Room\, 6580 Valley Center Dr\, Fairlawn\, VA\, 24141\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T103000
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SUMMARY:Driving Performance Improvement by Building a Safety-First Culture
DESCRIPTION:Safety culture is not just a compliance requirement. It is a performance driver. Driving Performance Improvement by Building a Safety-First Culture equips supervisors and safety leaders with a research-informed understanding of how safety behaviors influence productivity\, quality\, retention\, and operational stability. \nBuilt on proven principles from safety science\, human factors\, and organizational culture research\, this workshop shows how strong safety cultures lead to measurable benefits like fewer incidents\, reduced variability\, higher quality outcomes\, and stronger employee loyalty. \nParticipants will examine how leadership behavior is the primary mechanism through which safety values are communicated\, reinforced\, or undermined. Using real-world case studies from high-reliability organizations like Alcoa and DuPont\, the session demonstrates how safety excellence can become a competitive advantage. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the hidden cost of weak safety culture\, including rework\, downtime\, turnover\, and insurance impacts\nUnderstand how industry leaders use safety performance as a strategic differentiator\nRecognize the pivotal influence supervisors have on safety attitudes\, compliance\, and daily norms\nTranslate safety principles into consistent leadership behaviors that shape long-term outcomes\n\n\nWorkshop Agenda\nTopics include: \n\n\nWhy Safety Culture MattersCultural drivers\, behavioral modeling\, and the operational and financial value of safety excellence \n\n\nCase Study: AlcoaHow a Fortune 500 manufacturer used safety as a unifying pillar to improve productivity and profitability \n\n\nLeadership’s Role in Safety CultureThe behavioral science of influence\, credibility\, and norm-setting \n\n\nGroup Activity: Cultural DriversParticipants assess workplace leadership behaviors that reinforce or undermine safety performance \n\n\nBuilding a Safety-First CultureA four-pillar framework to turn safety values into measurable routines and expectations \n\n\nAction PlanningTeams build a targeted plan for strengthening safety culture in their own facility \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is recommended for manufacturing leaders responsible for daily execution and safe operations\, including: \n\nFrontline Supervisors and Team Leads\nSafety Managers and EHS Leaders\nPlant Managers and Operations Leaders\nHR and Training Leaders supporting supervisor development\nContinuous Improvement Leaders supporting culture change\n\n\nExpected Outcomes\nParticipants will leave with: \n\nA clearer understanding of how safety culture impacts business performance\nPractical behaviors supervisors can reinforce immediately\nA framework for turning safety expectations into consistent daily routines\nA draft action plan to drive measurable safety and performance improvements\n\n\nDuration\n90 Minutes \n\nCost\nNo Cost \n\nRegistration\nRegister through Eventbrite here.
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/driving-performance-improvement-by-building-a-safety-first-culture-half-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Winchester Regional Airport Conference Center\, 491 Airport Rd.\, Winchester\, VA\, 22602\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House - Jul 2026
DESCRIPTION:Open houses include a center tour\, live demonstrations\, and time for questions with SCA staff. \nThe Cobotic Alliance Center is a regional hub dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Hampton Roads adopt and integrate cobotic welding. The Center provides hands-on demonstrations\, training\, and real-world evaluation of cobotic systems to reduce risk and accelerate learning. Through the HAMMER Program—Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics—we offer structured workforce development\, technical guidance\, and support packages designed to meet companies wherever they are in their cobotic journey. \n \nThe HAMMER Program is an initiative designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers explore\, train\, and integrate cobotic welding technologies. HAMMER provides companies with guided access to hands-on demonstrations\, workforce upskilling\, part and process evaluations\, and practical integration support. The program meets manufacturers at their current level of readiness\, helping them understand where cobots fit\, what benefits they can expect\, and how to adopt the technology with confidence and reduced risk. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-alliance-center-hammer-open-house-jul-2026-2/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) - Aug 2026
DESCRIPTION:Half-day course for manufacturing leaders exploring cobotic welding. Hands-on demos\, ROI discussion\, and guidance from interest to adoption. \n   \nOverview\nThis half-day course is designed for manufacturing leaders who need to make informed\, business-driven decisions about cobotic welding adoption. Rather than focusing on programming or operator-level training\, the session provides a structured\, practical overview of how cobotic welding can fit into your operation\, what problems it can solve\, and when it does not make sense. \nParticipants will engage directly with cobotic welding systems\, discuss real-world cost and ROI considerations\, and gain clarity on how to move from interest to a disciplined adoption plan. \nWhat You’ll Learn and Experience \n\nHands-on interaction with cobotic welding systems in a live training environment\nPractical discussion of benefits\, limitations\, costs\, and ROI drivers\nOperational considerations including workforce impact\, throughput\, and quality\nCommon pitfalls and misconceptions around cobotic welding adoption\nGuidance on moving from initial interest to evaluation\, piloting\, and implementation\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis course is intended for: \n\nOwners\, executives\, and senior leaders\nOperations and manufacturing managers\nEngineering and production decision-makers\nAnyone responsible for capital investment or technology strategy\n\nNo prior robotics or welding automation experience is required. \nProgram Context\nThis course is offered as part of the HAMMER Program (Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics) and is delivered at the Cobotic Alliance Center—providing manufacturers with low-risk exposure\, education\, and guidance around collaborative robotic welding. \nCost \n\n$250 per seat (grant-subsidized)\n$1\,000 standard cost\n\nSeats are limited to ensure meaningful interaction with equipment and instructors. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-welding-for-leaders-half-day-course-aug-2026/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T140000
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House - Oct 2026
DESCRIPTION:Open houses include a center tour\, live demonstrations\, and time for questions with SCA staff. \nThe Cobotic Alliance Center is a regional hub dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Hampton Roads adopt and integrate cobotic welding. The Center provides hands-on demonstrations\, training\, and real-world evaluation of cobotic systems to reduce risk and accelerate learning. Through the HAMMER Program—Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics—we offer structured workforce development\, technical guidance\, and support packages designed to meet companies wherever they are in their cobotic journey. \n \nThe HAMMER Program is an initiative designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers explore\, train\, and integrate cobotic welding technologies. HAMMER provides companies with guided access to hands-on demonstrations\, workforce upskilling\, part and process evaluations\, and practical integration support. The program meets manufacturers at their current level of readiness\, helping them understand where cobots fit\, what benefits they can expect\, and how to adopt the technology with confidence and reduced risk. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-alliance-center-hammer-open-house-oct-2026/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T080000
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SUMMARY:Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) - Nov 2026
DESCRIPTION:Half-day course for manufacturing leaders exploring cobotic welding. Hands-on demos\, ROI discussion\, and guidance from interest to adoption. \n   \nOverview\nThis half-day course is designed for manufacturing leaders who need to make informed\, business-driven decisions about cobotic welding adoption. Rather than focusing on programming or operator-level training\, the session provides a structured\, practical overview of how cobotic welding can fit into your operation\, what problems it can solve\, and when it does not make sense. \nParticipants will engage directly with cobotic welding systems\, discuss real-world cost and ROI considerations\, and gain clarity on how to move from interest to a disciplined adoption plan. \nWhat You’ll Learn and Experience \n\nHands-on interaction with cobotic welding systems in a live training environment\nPractical discussion of benefits\, limitations\, costs\, and ROI drivers\nOperational considerations including workforce impact\, throughput\, and quality\nCommon pitfalls and misconceptions around cobotic welding adoption\nGuidance on moving from initial interest to evaluation\, piloting\, and implementation\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis course is intended for: \n\nOwners\, executives\, and senior leaders\nOperations and manufacturing managers\nEngineering and production decision-makers\nAnyone responsible for capital investment or technology strategy\n\nNo prior robotics or welding automation experience is required. \nProgram Context\nThis course is offered as part of the HAMMER Program (Hampton Roads Advanced Manufacturing Modernization with Emerging Robotics) and is delivered at the Cobotic Alliance Center—providing manufacturers with low-risk exposure\, education\, and guidance around collaborative robotic welding. \nCost \n\n$250 per seat (grant-subsidized)\n$1\,000 standard cost\n\nSeats are limited to ensure meaningful interaction with equipment and instructors. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/cobotic-welding-for-leaders-half-day-course-nov-2026/
LOCATION:Cobotic Alliance Center – SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing)\, 1344 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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