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Manufacturing Excellence Forum
Step Up and Build a Culture that Protects People
This event brings together manufacturing leaders, health and safety professionals, and industry experts for a day of learning, collaboration, and practical insights aimed at strengthening workplace safety and culture.
Agenda
8:00 AM – Networking Breakfast
Connect with industry leaders, manufacturing professionals, and community partners.
8:45 AM – Opening Remarks & Introductions
Welcome, event overview, EMC consortium updates and projects, and introduction of the keynote speaker.
9:00 AM – Keynote Address with Candace Carnahan
Please join us for an inspiring keynote presentation by Candace Carnahan, a leading safety advocate whose powerful personal story has moved thousands to rethink their approach to workplace safety.
Candace’s journey began with a single misstep that changed her life forever. Now, she’s on a mission to ensure others don’t make the same mistake. With authenticity, energy, and passion, Candace delivers a compelling message: safety isn’t just a rule; it’s a choice. Her story is a wake-up call, encouraging all of us to take ownership of safety and embrace the courage to care.
10:00 AM – EMC Step Up Your Safety for Manufacturing Program Launch
Unveiling of the new Step Up Your Safety for Manufacturing program
10:30 AM – Networking Break
Refreshments and opportunities to continue conversations with fellow attendees.
11:00 AM – Panel Discussion: Workplace Culture in Action in Manufacturing with Audience Q&A
“Workplace culture isn’t a poster on a wall. It’s the behaviours, systems, and daily decisions that shape how people work, feel and perform.”
Hear from representatives across all levels of a manufacturing organization, including plant leadership, supervisors, managers, health and safety representatives, and team members as they share their perspectives on building and sustaining a strong workplace culture. Panelists will discuss collaboration, communication, safety, engagement, and the role person plays in creating and sustaining a strong workplace culture.
12:00 PM – Lunch
1:00 PM – Depart for Plant Tours
Why Attend:
Gain practical strategies to strengthen your organization’s workplace culture while being among the first to experience the launch of EMC’s Step Up Your Safety for Manufacturing program. Hear Candace Carnahan’s inspiring story, engage in meaningful discussions with industry peers, and leave with new ideas, resources, and connections to help create safer, more resilient workplaces.
Safety starts with a choice. Culture is built together. Step up, join the conversation and leave inspired with practical ideas, valuable connections and the tools to help create safer, stronger workplaces. Register today.
