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.
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”
Secure Your Spot Today!
Sign up now to secure your spot at the 2025 Northern Kentucky Manufacturing Expo.
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.
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.
Be Part of the Conversation
Have insights to share or questions to ask? Help shape this year’s panel discussion.
Sign Up to Be a Panelist: Interested in serving as a panelist? Complete our brief form and our team will be in touch.
Submit a Question for the Panel: Got a burning question for the experts? Share it in advance and help guide the conversation.
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:
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Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Time: 9:00AM-5:00PM (Check-In Begin's at 8:00AM)
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NKU Student Center Ballroom
20 Kenton Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41076
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Kenton Garage: Kenton Drive, across from Student Union
Parking Info (Pricing): https://inside.nku.edu/parking/visit.html
Directions to Campus: https://www.nku.edu/about/directions.html
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HAHN Automation Inc.
3012 Kustom Drive Hebron, KY 41048
Closed Toed & Heeled shoes required for participation
No pictures to be taken without manager approval to do so.
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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.