Events

GaMEP hosts events and training courses throughout the year for manufacturers in each of our ten regions. In addition, GaMEP supports our partners as they host events throughout the state. If you have questions about any of the events listed below, please contact Megan Johnson, GaMEP Marketing Specialist, at ude.hcetag.etavonninull@nosnhoj.nagem.

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Wed May 0 1

Best Practices in Workforce Development: Building Your Team for World-Class Performance

From the executive ranks to frontline associates, developing people is at the core of building a great company. This one-day training will examine ways to train and coach employees as part of a strategic plan for organizational excellence.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2SGASPq

Wed May 0 1

Quality & Risk Based Standards Summit

Join DNV GL, Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) at Georgia Tech, and key industry experts for a free summit that will provide lessons learned on ISO 27001, Quality Leadership, Workplace Safety Awareness and a half day workshop on Food Safety.

For more information and to register: http://bit.ly/GTQualitySummit

Wed May 0 1

Flavors of Georgia - Seasoned by the Big Green Egg

Big Green Egg hosts Next Generation Manufaccturing for a special culinary event! This event will highlighting local foods that will be included in recipes created in the Big Green Egg Culinary Center and cooked on the EGG to be enjoyed by event attendees.
Porviding a unique opportunity for networking in the food production and manufacturing community.For more information and to register: http://www.nextgenerationmfg.org/Events.aspx

Mon May 0 6

AME Atlanta Lean Summit

The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) brings together leaders in continuous improvement each year to share ideas, dive deep into workshops, and get inspired by experts in the field (including GaMEP project managers, Ade Shitta-Bey and Mike Stonecipher!)

GaMEP clients can use the code AMEGT to qualify for AME member pricing for the 2019 Summit.

For more information and to register: http://ow.ly/NMN350nafcO

Mon May 0 7

AME Atlanta Lean Summit

GaMEP clients can use the code AMEGT to qualify for AME member pricing for the 2019 Summit.

For more information and to register: http://ow.ly/NMN350nafcO

Tue May 0 7

Dalton MGM: Making Automation Part of Your Strategic Plan

Learn more about automation and how you can integrate it into your plant’s culture.

Speakers: Tom Sammon, GaMEP and Travis Langford, Universal Robots
Price: $15 (lunch included)
Location: Northwest Georgia College and Career Academy in Dalton

This event is part of the Manufacturing Growth Meeting Series that provides quarterly educational meetings that deliver actionable tips and tools of the trade specifically designed to help Georgia Manufacturers grow their business.

The Manufacturing Growth Educational Meetings are held in various locations around the state. We currently have meetings in Acworth, Augusta, Clarkston, Columbus, Cordele, Dalton, Douglas, Jefferson, Lawrenceville, Savannah, and Valdosta, GA. Meetings include lunch, networking, a presentation, case studies, and a question and answer period.

Mon May 0 8

AME Atlanta Lean Summit

GaMEP clients can use the code AMEGT to qualify for AME member pricing for the 2019 Summit.

For more information and to register: http://ow.ly/NMN350nafcO

Wed May 0 8

Streamlining the Project Management Process for Manufacturing

Learn efficient project management techniques focused on reducing risk, improving communication, and reducing project completion times.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2MxUDbL

Mon May 0 9

AME Atlanta Lean Summit

GaMEP clients can use the code AMEGT to qualify for AME member pricing for the 2019 Summit.

For more information and to register: http://ow.ly/NMN350nafcO

Thu May 0 9

Lean Office and Administration

Discover how lean techniques can help make your office operate more efficiently and enhance your company’s ability to compete.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2Nvxzf4

Mon May 1 3

Creating Metrics to Drive Performance

Learn how to create metrics to drive performance! In this course, you will have the opportunity to translate business and manufacturing information in a way that improves decision-making and guides the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives. Discover what to measure, what not to measure, and how to use those measurements to optimize operations and avoid pitfalls. You will learn how to communicate metrics and generate reports through visual management tools to guide and encourage team members. Additionally, the course will help bridge the gap between understanding financial statements, developing justifications, and conducting project work that supports continual improvement.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2PFRV5m

Mon May 1 4

Creating Metrics to Drive Performance

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2PFRV5m

Wed May 1 5

Augusta MGM: Hands-on Ergonomics

Learn simple methods and tools to decrease workplace injuries.

Speakers: Neely Bridges, Research Engineer with Georgia Tech Safety, Health, and Environmental
Price: $15 (lunch included)
Location: Fat Man’s Restaurant at Enterprise Mill in Augusta

Thu May 1 6

Acworth MGM: Turning Recycling into a Revenue Source

Discover changes you can make that will allow you to turn your plant’s waste into a profitable part of your business.

- Speaker: Stephanie Ahrens, iSustain Recycling
- Price: $15 (lunch included)
- Location: Chattahoochee Technical College in Acworth

Find out more and register at: https://bit.ly/2TT7VTF

The Manufacturing Growth Educational Meetings are held in various locations around the state. We currently have meetings in Acworth, Augusta, Clarkston, Columbus, Cordele, Dalton, Douglas, Jefferson, Lawrenceville, Macon, Savannah, and Valdosta, GA. Meetings include lunch, networking, a presentation, case studies, and a question and answer period.

Mon May 2 0

Implementing Your ISO 9001:2015 System

Develop an implementation plan that will meet the new ISO 9001:2015 requirements and prepare you for your certification audit.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2zmt8dF

Mon May 2 1

Implementing Your ISO 9001:2015 System

Develop an implementation plan that will meet the new ISO 9001:2015 requirements and prepare you for your certification audit.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2zmt8dF

Tue May 2 1

Webinar: Can You Lower Your Utility Costs and Lower the Temperature on Your Production Floor?

By attending this webinar you will be able to:

Gain additional solutions for keeping your employees cool
Learn how to approach/solve problematic temperature areas in your facility
Hear examples of solutions to the problems facing many facilities
See how your building’s airflow affects your utility cost and employees

For more information and to register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8228656356199974147

Tue May 2 1

Cyber Criminals LOVE Manufacturers!

Cyber Criminals LOVE Manufacturers! Learn why – and how to throw them off – with FBI Supervisory Special Agent Hunt.
One of the best $20 you’ll ever spend for your manufacturing business!

Manufacturers are more vulnerable than most when it comes to cyber-espionage.
Yet, 70% of the state’s manufacturers are unaware and unprepared, according to the latest Georgia Manufacturing Survey.
Learn from past chairperson of the AICPA Information Management Technology Assurance Committee, Dan Schroeder, and FBI Supervisory Special Agent Hunt about the real and current risk, and the proven steps manufacturers should take today to prevent being an easy target.

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Terrapin Taprooom at the Battery at SunTrust Park
755 Battery Avenue SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
Registration is $20 per person, includes discussion, Q&A, event materials and food & beverages. SPACE IS LIMITED!

For more information and to register: http://www.nextgenerationmfg.org/events.aspx

Mon May 2 2

Implementing Your ISO 9001:2015 System

Develop an implementation plan that will meet the new ISO 9001:2015 requirements and prepare you for your certification audit.

For more information and to register: https://b.gatech.edu/2zmt8dF

Wed May 2 2

Columbus MGM: Creating a Culture of Problem Solvers

Learn to get lean when it comes to solving problems in a manufacturing environment.

Speaker: Charity Stevens, GaMEP Project Manager
Price: $15 (lunch included)
Location: Columbus GA Convention & Trade Center

The Manufacturing Growth Educational Meetings are held in various locations around the state. We currently have meetings in Acworth, Augusta, Clarkston, Columbus, Cordele, Dalton, Douglas, Jefferson, Lawrenceville, Macon, Savannah, and Valdosta, GA. Meetings include lunch, networking, a presentation, case studies, and a question and answer period.

GaMEP Manufacturing Growth Meeting Series (MGM)

This quarterly educational event series delivers actionable tips and tools of the trade specifically designed to help Georgia Manufacturers grow their business and are held in various locations around the state. We currently have meetings in Acworth, Augusta, Clarkston, Columbus, Cordele, Dalton, Douglas, Jefferson, Lawrenceville, Macon, Savannah, and Valdosta, GA. Meetings include lunch, networking, a presentation, case studies, and a question and answer period.

GaMEP Training Courses

GaMEP offers training courses for manufacturing leaders and team members on topics related to process improvement, quality, advanced technology, energy management, sustainability, and more. Courses are conducted throughout the year at our Atlanta campus as well as custom courses held at your location. We also offer a Manufacturing Leadership Certificate to educate new or rising leaders of a company or those needing a refresher in how to lead, support, and sustain continuous-improvement efforts across the entire manufacturing plant.

Please note this listing only includes upcoming classroom-based training courses. For online course information or courses scheduled later in 2019, please check our Training Page.

GaMEP Webinars

GaMEP offers targeted and statewide webinars throughout the year to assist manufacturers with quick training on a particular topic.

GaMEP and Partner Events

GaMEP hosts and supports our partners as they host events throughout the state to provide additional networking and educational opportunities for manufacturers.