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MT Series SOUTHEAST Attend 2025 Rewind

The MT Series SOUTHEAST 2025 Rewind

Greenville took the spotlight and set a new tone for the Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST.

From the moment doors opened the energy was focused on real outcomes. More than 300 exhibitors filled 68,000 square feet with technology built to boost productivity reduce downtime and increase ROI. Attendees did not just observe innovation. They tested it compared it and talked through how to use it in their own facilities.

Across the show floor conversations continued on stage. Twenty five industry leaders broke down the challenges manufacturers are up against today and shared the practical strategies that are already changing how companies operate. Every session connected back to one idea. Technology matters only when it moves business forward.

SOUTHEAST proved that collaboration is still one of the strongest advantages in manufacturing. Companies walked away with new connections new solutions and clear next steps they can act on right away.

Greenville showed what progress looks like and this is only the beginning.

Take a look back

I've been to the MT Series two times before. I originally was part of the Bright Minds program, and now that I’m entering the workforce I get the opportunity to continue to come.”

–Ralph T. | Intern

MTS SOUTHEAST Theater

“The MT Series is a great way to learn new things and learn from experts.”

Jon B. | Engineer Manager

Big Ideas. Bigger Impact.

Industry leaders packed the SME Theater and the Smart Manufacturing Experience Knowledge Bars, sharing powerful insights on everything from building and implementing cybersecurity on the shop floor to automation and advanced robotics. Each session gave attendees real strategies they could take home and put to work, turning complex challenges into practical, scalable solutions.

25 Speakers. 24 Hours of Education Content.

Key sessions included:

  • “The Workforce Development Ecosystem in the State of South Carolina”
    Keynote Address: Anton Thomas, Michelin North America, Inc.
    Moderator: Andy Carr, S.C. Manufacturing Extension Partnership Panel: Rebecca Battle Bryant, Office of Statewide Workforce Development (OSWD) for South Carolina, Taylor Powell, Industrial Motor Service Inc., Robin Blackburn, Michelin North America, Inc., Sherry Bolds, Dimontonate USA
  • “Discussion of Primary Concerns of US Manufacturers and the Impact of Technology”
    Moderator: Jamie Goettler, BTX Precision
    Panel: Kenneth Cowan, Paperless Parts, Billy Bogue, Matsuura, Luis Solano, Google

Hands-On. Experience Driven.

This year, the show floor buzzed with unprecedented energy as exhibitors unveiled bold, innovative ways to showcase their technology. Tulip captivated attendees with a hands-on pop-up factory, offering an inside look at how connected workflows boost visibility and streamline production. Meanwhile, Kennametal turned heads with their eye-catching roadshow trailer, drawing crowds eager to see their latest advancements in action.

Post-Show Audience Report

Kenmettal Trailer

Southeast Networking

Connecting People. Driving Business Forward.

Registering for the Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST isn’t just about learning; it’s about showing up for the conversations that move your business forward. When you’re on the floor, you’re not watching from a screen, you’re shaking hands with industry leaders, asking real questions, and getting real solutions in real time. One connection can turn into a partnership, one demo can spark a breakthrough, and one conversation can shift the direction of your company. That is why being in the room matters. This event is where opportunity doesn’t wait for you, it meets you face-to-face.

“I have been here three times before, this is a very fun informational and exciting show. I’ve already networked with 2-3 tooling companies, and they have already provided us with options and solutions that we can take back.”

–Cheyenne O. | Student Engineer

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