Driving the Future of Digital Manufacturing

Connected Manufacturing Forum

Connected Manufacturing Forum is a dynamic industry event where senior leaders in manufacturing, operations, engineering, and digital transformation come together to share what truly works on the factory floor. Through open, experience-driven discussions, it highlights real challenges, practical solutions, and measurable results from implementing Industry 4.0 technologies.

  • Date: June 15-16, 2026
  • Place: St. Louis, MO, US
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Overview

Your Factory’s Future Starts Here

Connected Manufacturing Forum brings together over 200 senior professionals from manufacturing, operations, technology, supply chain, and engineering to share practical, real-world experiences with Industry 4.0. The event focuses on honest, experience-driven discussions around implementing AI, IoT, and automation, covering challenges like timelines, costs, and change management, while providing actionable strategies proven in live factory environments. valantic LCS will be attending alongside OutSystems to engage with this community, exchange insights, and contribute to the ongoing transformation of modern manufacturing.ing.

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Venue

Ritz Carlton St. Louis, MO

Ritz Carlton St. Louis, MO

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis is located in the Clayton business district, just minutes from downtown and Lambert International Airport, making it easy to reach for both local and traveling attendees. Known for its Forbes Four-Star rating, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, on-site dining at The Lobby Lounge and Casa Don Alfonso, and access to private areas like the Cigar Club and Club Lounge. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and cultural spots, it provides plenty to explore outside of sessions. Its modern event spaces, reliable technology, and quiet, professional setting make it a practical and well-suited venue for a focused, high-level event like the Connected Manufacturing Forum.

Agenda

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Check out the agenda for a packed schedule of keynotes, sessions, and discussions designed to drive innovation and collaboration in precision medicine.

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Team supporting the event

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Matt La Berge

Regional Manager Central, valantic LCS

Mike Jones

Mike Jones

General Manager, valantic LCS

Anthony Offredi

PM Director - Manufacturing, OutSystems

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