2025 Northern Kentucky Manufacturing Expo

Network with fellow manufacturers, gain insights from industry leaders, and explore new business opportunities.

The 2025 Northern Kentucky Manufacturing Expo will be held at NKU on Thursday May 29th.

Join us for the Northern Kentucky Manufacturing Expo, featuring networking opportunities, exhibitor displays, and panel discussions. After the expo, we will depart for a plant tour at HAHN Automation Inc. The day will conclude with a reception back at HAHN, where you can network, enjoy food and drinks, and unwind after a full day of industry insights.

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Who Should Attend:

  • CEOs, COOs, CFOs

  • Plant Managers

  • Production Managers

  • Operations Managers

  • Industrial Engineers

  • Product Development Engineers

  • Quality Control Managers

  • Sales Managers

Bill Plutnick Founder, Swiss Metrology, LLC

“The most valuable aspects of the event are that you get to talk directly with high-level managers who have real needs...”

Howard Burton KenTron Manufacturing

“We always enjoy the opportunity to meet potential new suppliers and/or customers, especially ones from our own area”

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More About Our Featured Plant Tour

HAHN Automation Inc.

Throughout our 30+ years of experience, we've utilized innovative technology to provide automation solutions that have made a difference across the globe. In close collaboration with our customers, we build custom, scalable solutions based on the latest technologies, digital tools, and scientific innovations.

Recognizing our environmental footprint and the responsibility it entails, sustainability is ingrained in every aspect of our operations. Whether its optimizing energy efficiency in our solutions or strengthening social responsibility within our supply chain, we are committed to driving positive change while delivering unparalleled automation solutions worldwide.

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More About Our Expo Sponsor

Haas Automation

Haas Automation is the largest machine tool builder in the United States, and one of the largest builders of CNC machines in the world. We manufacture a complete line of CNC vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, turning centers, 5-axis machining centers, and rotary products, as well as a wide selection of fully integrated automation solutions, including automatic parts loaders, pallet-pool systems, and 6-axis robot systems. 

Haas products are built in our 1.1-million-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility in Southern California, and distributed through a network of more than 170 locally owned and operated Haas Factory Outlets, in more than 60 countries. Haas Factory Outlets (HFOs) provide the best sales, service, and support in the machine tool industry.

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Be Part of the Conversation

Have insights to share or questions to ask? Help shape this year’s panel discussion.

Join Us as a Sponsor

Align with Industry Leaders: Become a recognized supporter of the Louisville Manufacturing Expo. Contact Amanda Schweinzger at amanda.schweinzger@louisville.edu to learn more!

2025 Northern Kentucky Manufacturing Expo at a Glance:

    • Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2025

    • Time: 9:00AM-5:00PM (Check-In Begin's at 8:00AM)

  • NKU Student Center Ballroom

    • 20 Kenton Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41076

  • HAHN Automation Inc.

    • 3012 Kustom Drive Hebron, KY 41048

    • Closed Toed & Heeled shoes required for participation 

    • Google Maps Link

    • No pictures to be taken without manager approval to do so.

    • 8:00am: Registration Opens

    • 9:00am: Program Begins (Welcome & Sponsor Intro's)

    • 9:15am: KY-MEP & Catalyst Equipment Match Overview

    • 9:30am: Attendee Introductions

    • 10:00am: Panel Discussion #1

    • 10:50am: One-on-One B2B Networking / View Exhibitor Displays

    • 11:45am: Lunch Buffet Opens

    • 12:15pm: Panel Discussion #2

    • 1:05pm: One-on-One B2B Networking / View Exhibitor Displays

    • 2:00pm: Closing & Depart for Plant Tour

    • 2:30pm: Arrive at HAHN Automation Inc for Plant Tour

    • 3:30pm: Networking Reception at HAHN

    • 5:00pm: Depart

Have Questions?

Reach out to our team for more information.

Amanda Schweinzger

KY-MEP

Outbound Marketing Lead

alschw05@louisville.edu