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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:Digitizing Legacy Machines: Making Your Manufacturing Data Work for You
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nLearn to turn machine data into operational gains with classroom learning\, live tech demos\, and real-world business application. \n\n\n\n\nMake Your Manufacturing Data Work for You\nYou don’t need new machines to run a smarter operation. \nYou need a way to capture what your existing machines already know\, and turn that data into decisions that reduce downtime\, control costs\, and keep your workforce ahead of problems instead of behind them. \nThat’s exactly what this roadshow at Virginia Western Community College is about. \n\nRegister Here  \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nHow to identify what production data is worth capturing\nHow low-cost sensors connect legacy machines to usable data\nHow to visualize that data in dashboards your team will actually use\nHow to use it to make faster decisions on downtime\, quality\, and throughput\nHow to calculate ROI and build the internal case for next steps\nConnect with other Virginia manufacturers navigating the same challenges\n\nWhat’s Different?\nMost events give you slides about technology. This one puts the technology in your hands\, explains the business case\, and gives you a roadmap you can use Monday morning. \n01 Classroom Curriculum | Virginia Tech \nProcess → sensor → data → analytics — structured for manufacturers\, not computer scientists. \n02 Live Tech Demo | VT + Weston Johnson + ThinkIQ \nReal sensors and equipment running in the room. See it\, touch it\, ask questions before you invest. \n03 Business Application | Rob Schoenthaler and Weston Johnson \nEvery concept translated into manufacturer language — what it costs\, what it saves\, how to justify it. \nWho Should Attend\nBuilt for the people making decisions inside Virginia manufacturing companies — not consultants\, not software vendors. You. \n\nPlant & Operations Managers — what smart manufacturing can do for output\, uptime\, and operational costs.\nEngineers & Technical Staff — see the technology live and leave with a clear integration path for your facility.\nBusiness Owners & Executives — evaluate the ROI\, ask the right vendor questions\, build a confident adoption roadmap.\n\nYour Expert Presenters\nVirginia Tech — leads the VSMA classroom curriculum and operates the live smart manufacturing demonstration. \nWeston Johnson — showcases smart sensors and defect detection technologies\, translating technical concepts into business impact for plant managers and owners. \nRob Schoenthaler — showcases smart manufacturing technologies and ThinkIQ camera systems\, translating technical concepts into business impact for plant managers and owners. \nVirginia 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\nVirginia Western Community College\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/7280/
LOCATION:Virginia Western Community College\, 3091 Colonial Ave\, Roanioke\, VA\, 24015\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:How to Reduce Manufacturing Cost Through Energy-Aware Supply Chain Decisions
DESCRIPTION:This executive session takes a deeper look at an issue that is increasingly shaping sourcing and supply chain decisions: energy. Energy is no longer just a utility expense. It is a hidden driver of cost\, risk and resilience across the supply chain. \nJoin the GENEDGE and the Greater Richmond Partnership to learn how leading manufacturers are integrating energy into Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to make stronger sourcing and operational decisions in a volatile environment. \nOverview \nEnergy is no longer just a utility expense – it’s a critical driver of cost\, risk\, and resilience across your supply chain. This session shows how leading manufacturers are integrating energy into Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to make smarter sourcing and operational decisions. \nThis dynamic session will include a thought leadership presentation and discussion on how energy impacts Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and why it should be treated as a core input in supply chain decision-making – not an afterthought. \nParticipants will learn how incorporating energy into TCO reveals hidden costs\, improves supplier selection\, and strengthens supply chain resilience in an increasingly volatile environment. \nWhy Attend \nIn U.S. manufacturing\, energy can represent a significant share of production costs in certain industries – and price volatility continues to impact margins and operational stability. Yet\, most organizations evaluate suppliers and operations using traditional cost models that overlook one critical variable: energy. \nOrganizations that proactively manage energy as a strategic input are better positioned to protect margins\, reduce disruption risk\, improve operational performance\, and build more resilient supply chains. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nIdentify where energy is quietly driving cost\, margin\, and risk\nImprove sourcing decisions using energy-integrated TCO\nUnderstand how energy volatility impacts supplier reliability and performance\nStrengthen supply chain resilience through energy-aware strategies\nAsk the right executive-level questions to uncover hidden inefficiencies\n\nAgenda \n8:30am – 9:00am – Breakfast/Networking \n9:00am – 9:15am – Kickoff & Introductions \n9:15am – 10:00am – Thought Leadership Presentation: How to Reduce Manufacturing Costs Through Energy Supply Chain Decisions \n10:00am – 10:30am – Facilitated Discussion \nWho Should Attend \n\nManufacturing executives (COO\, CFO\, VP Operations)\nSupply chain and procurement leaders\nPlant managers and operations leaders\nContinuous improvement and engineering professionals\nAnyone responsible for cost\, sourcing\, or operational performance\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With \n\nA clear framework for energy-integrated TCO\nPractical ways to apply energy insights to supplier selection and operations\nA better understanding of how energy affects cost-to-serve and profitability\nAn executive playbook to translate energy data into operational and supply chain decisions
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/energy-in-manufactruring/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Partnership\, 800 E. Canal Street\, Suite 800\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Getting CMMC-Ready: A Practical Roadmap for Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour session is designed to give manufacturers a clear\, practical introduction to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance requirements for companies serving\, or seeking to serve\, the defense supply chain. \nThe discussion will explain CMMC in plain business terms and outline key timelines and what manufacturers need to do to prepare. It will also walk through the typical paths companies take to achieve compliance\, from early awareness to certification. \nAttendees will learn how a structured gap assessment can serve as a roadmap for certification. The session will also highlight how advisory and consulting support can help manufacturers understand requirements\, prepare documentation\, strengthen cybersecurity practices\, and move toward CMMC compliance in a focused\, efficient\, and cost-effective way. \nIn Partnership with the Roanoke Regional Chamber. Register Here.
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/getting-cmmc-ready-a-practical-roadmap-for-manufacturers/
LOCATION:Qualichem\, 616 Idaho Street\, Salem\, VA\, 24153
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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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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SUMMARY:Six Course Leadership Training Series - Martinsville - Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:Drive results with stronger frontline leaders\nJoin GENEDGE for a six-course leadership training series designed specifically for the manufacturing sector. This practical series helps current and emerging leaders strengthen the skills they need to communicate effectively\, coach employees\, set clear expectations\, manage performance\, build trust\, and resolve workplace conflict. \nWhether you are a mid-level manager\, frontline supervisor\, team lead\, or an employee preparing for a supervisory role\, this series is designed to help you lead with greater confidence and clarity. \nWhat You Will Gain\nParticipants will build practical leadership skills in: \n\nCommunication and effective workplace conversations\nCoaching employees and moving people forward\nSetting goals and reviewing results\nAddressing poor performance\nBuilding and sustaining trust\nResolving workplace conflict\nStrengthening team engagement and accountability\nApplying leadership skills to real manufacturing workplace challenges\n\nThis series is beneficial for professionals seeking to become stronger leaders\, improve team performance\, support employee retention\, and contribute to a stronger workplace culture. \nCourse Schedule\nClasses will be held on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. \n\nSeptember 8 – Communications: Connect Through Conversations\nSeptember 22 – Coaching: Moving People Forward\nOctober 6 – Setting Goals and Reviewing Results\nOctober 20 – Addressing Poor Performance\nNovember 4 – Building and Sustaining Trust\nNovember 17 – Resolving Workplace Conflict\n\nWhy This Matters\n“Manufacturing continues to be a cornerstone of our regional economy\, and developing strong leaders is critical to sustaining growth and competitiveness\,” said Brenell Thomas\, President of the Martinsville Henry County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of the Chamber’s Partnership for Economic Growth (C-PEG). “This leadership series gives current and emerging supervisors the tools they need to lead with confidence\, improve workforce engagement\, and strengthen organizational performance. We are excited to partner with GENEDGE to bring this opportunity to manufacturers across Martinsville-Henry County.” \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\, skills practice\, group discussion\, and real-world application. \nBert Eades\, Business Development Director at GENEDGE\, emphasized the long-term value of leadership development: “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.” \nRegional education partners are also key to the program’s success. \n“Strong organizations are built by strong leaders\,” said Joe Sumner\, Executive Director of the West Piedmont Higher Education Center. “This leadership series equips current and emerging supervisors with the skills needed to lead confidently\, develop their teams\, and drive organizational success. The West Piedmont Higher Education Center is proud to partner with GENEDGE and regional employers to invest in the leadership capacity that will help our workforce and businesses thrive.” \nThis course is ideal for:\n\nMid-level managers: Professionals already in leadership roles who want to strengthen and refine their skills.\nFrontline supervisors: Leaders responsible for day-to-day operations\, employee direction\, and immediate decision-making.\nAspiring supervisors: Employees preparing to move into formal leadership or supervisory roles.\n\nClasses are capped at 20 participants for this session. \nCost for all six classes is $1\,500 per person. \nFor more information or questions about the Leadership training\, please contact: \nBert Eades\n(276) 734-6291\nbert.eades@genedge.org \nTo register via Eventbrite\, click HERE
URL:https://genedge.org/events-calendar/six-course-leadership-training-series-martinsville-fall-2026/
LOCATION:New College Institute (NCI)\, 191 Fayette Street\, Martinsville\, VA\, 24112\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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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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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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