The Human-Centric Factory: Where Technology Serves People

The Connected Worker and Smart Manufacturing Summit

"Empower Your People. Elevate Your Production."

10-12 JUNE, 2026 | HOUSTON, TEXAS
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Meet Our Esteemed Speakers

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Dr. John Rares Almasan
Senior Managing Director / Head of AI and Emerging Tech

TIAA

Axel Ramm
Director Of Engineering I OpEx & DFSS MBB | Virtual Product Development | AI/ML/Gen AI

Whirlpool Corporation

Harrison J. Ross
Executive Director of Talent

Chick-fil-A Restaurants

Nicolas Harpel
OSE Operations Program Director, Driv

Tenneco

Adam B. Schreiber
Senior Director and Head of Transformation, Employee Change & Comms

PepsiCo

Jose Vivar
SVP - Business Process Optimization & Integration

Bank of America

Kristen Kurelo
Director Of Technology - Transformation

AT&T

Ed Onwe
VP, Global Technical Operations (GTO) Sustainment, Standardization and Transformation

Boeing Global Services

USAMA DKAIDIK
Director, Logistics & Planning

Pandora

Natalia Thompson
Treasury Project Manager, Digital Transformation

The Coca-Cola Company

Matt Denninger
Associate Director, Business Operations Global Strategy, Integrated Services

Ford Motor Company

Susan L Robbins
Director Performance Improvement / Operations

Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Meet Our Esteemed Speakers

Jeremy Strickland
Head of Retail & Merchandising, Amazon Go

Amazon

Kate Fannin
Executive Director, Global Consumer Technology, Le Labo Lead & Head of Operations

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc

Axel Ramm
Director Of Engineering I OpEx & DFSS MBB | Virtual Product Development | AI/ML/Gen AI

Whirlpool Corporation

Harrison J. Ross
Executive Director of Talent

Chick-fil-A Restaurants

Nicolas Harpel
OSE Operations Program Director, Driv

Tenneco

Meghan Greeley
Executive Vice President, Strategy, Transformation & Innovation

M&T Bank

Adam B. Schreiber
Global Director, Change Management, Enterprise Transformation Office

Johnson & Johnson

Jose Vivar
SVP - Business Process Optimization & Integration

Bank of America

Kristen Kurelo
Director Of Technology - Transformation

AT&T

Christian Tracy
General Manager, Business Transformation

Phillips 66

Ed Onwe
VP, Global Technical Operations (GTO) Sustainment, Standardization and Transformation

Boeing Global Services

Jon P. Atieza
Director, Intelligent Automation

The Coca-Cola Company

About the Summit

Keynotion is proud to present The Connected Worker and Smart Manufacturing Summit, arriving in Houston, Texas, this June 2026. This premier industry event is dedicated to a singular, transformative vision: Building The Human-Centric Factory of Tomorrow.

We are moving beyond mere automation to a new era where technology serves to genuinely empower people. This summit is the definitive platform for manufacturing VPs, directors, and operations leaders to discover how to integrate cutting-edge solutions from AI and IoT to data analytics and connected worker platforms in a way that amplifies human skill, safety, and decision-making.

Over three immersive days, you will engage with actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Our agenda is meticulously crafted to provide the blueprint for creating a more agile, resilient, and productive operation where your workforce is the central driver of innovation.

Join your peers at this critical gathering to future-proof your operations, elevate your workforce, and unlock unprecedented levels of efficiency. This is where the future of manufacturing will be defined.

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What You'll Learn

  • From Pilot to Scale: Conquer the #1 Hurdle in Digital Transformation.

  • Build Your AI Co-Pilot: Empowering, Not Replacing, Your Frontline Workforce.

  • The ROI Blueprint: Calculate the Real Value of Your Connected Worker Tech.

  • Future-Proof Your Talent: Upskilling for the Smart Factory Era.

  • Predict & Prevent: Stop Downtime Before It Starts with AI-Powered Maintenance.

  • Your Factory's Digital Twin: Run Simulations, Not Risks.

  • The 5G Factory Floor: Unleash Seamless Connectivity for Robotics & IoT.

  • Leadership in Volatility: AT&T’s Resilience Playbook for Uncertain Markets

  • The 30-Day Digital Workflow Makeover: Ditch Paper for Good.

  • The Change Management Playbook: Get Your People to Love New Technology.

  • Secure Your Fort: Defending the Connected Factory from Cyber Attacks.

Agenda Focus Areas

Enterprise-Wide OPEX Deployment

Process Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Data-Driven Decision Making & Digital Transformation

Leadership, Culture & Change Management

Sustainable & Scalable Business Transformation

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Reasons to Attend

  • Return with Your Custom-Built Blueprint for Success.

  • Unlock Proven Solutions You Can Implement Immediately.

  • Build Your Personal Board of Manufacturing Advisors.

  • See Tomorrow's Technology Before Your Competitors Do.

  • Transform Your Team into Innovation Champions.

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Who Attends

Hilton Houston Post Oak
by the Galleria

2001 Post Oak Boulevard, Houston, TX 77056, United States

Ready to take the next step?

Industry leaders know that they need to adapt to rapid changes and need to learn from their peers.