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SUMMARY:Lean Learnings - Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
DESCRIPTION:When: March 11\, 2026\, 9:00 AM EDT\nWhere: Online Via Zoom \nJoin the Maryland World Class Consortia for a complimentary\, virtual “Lean Learnings” session — fast-paced\, practical discussions designed to deliver immediate value. From 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.\, hear a focused presentation from an MWCC consultant\, member company\, or guest speaker on proven Lean methodologies and real-world applications. \nTopic: Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) \nJoin Chad Schneider\, P.E.\, as he breaks down how thinking about Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) early in the development process can improve the final product\, get products to market faster\, and avoid costly production headaches. He’ll be sharing practical tips drawn from Root3 Labs’ own Product Development process that make a big impact for smoother\, more predictable outcomes. Whether you’re developing new products or improving your current manufacturing process\, you’ll walk away with concrete ways to design with manufacturing in mind from the start.  \nAbout our speaker: \nChad is the founder of Root3 Labs and a senior mechanical design engineer with over 25 years of experience developing complex electromechanical products for medical device\, defense\, and aerospace clients. He is a licensed Professional Engineer\, earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland and an MSE in medical robotics from The Johns Hopkins University\, and is named on 16 patents.
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SUMMARY:Mpact Conference
DESCRIPTION:The University of Maryland is hosting the Mpact Conference on Understanding Regional Opportunities and Partnerships to Drive American Competitiveness on March 25-27\, 2026 at the Samuel Riggs Alumni Center in College Park\, Md. Made possible by support from the National Science Foundation (NSF)\, as well as the Rita Allen Foundation\, Sage Publishing\, and the University of Maryland’s Division of Research\, College of Behavioral and Social Sciences\, and College of Arts and Humanities\, the conference will explore a number of key themes\, including: \n\noptimizing and assessing the impact of community-engaged research on policy\, practice\, and economic development\ndeveloping trustworthy and human-centered artificial intelligence applications\naddressing grand challenges through partnerships\nexploring the future of funding for public impact research\nbuilding best practices and ecosystems for supporting social innovation\n\nRepresentatives from academia\, government\, industry\, and nonprofits will participate in the conference. Presenters will explore how best to achieve societal impact by addressing critical issues collaboratively with partner organizations and communities\, harnessing expertise from across a variety of fields\, in particular the social sciences\, humanities\, and arts. Conference partners include the National Science Foundation (NSF)\, the Rita Allen Foundation\, Sage Publishing\, and Sigma Xi. \nFor more information about the conference\, please contact Ted Knight at teknight@umd.edu.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mpact-conference/
LOCATION:University of Maryland – College Park\, Adele H. Stamp Student Union (Colony Ballroom) 3972 Campus Drive\, College Park\, MD\, 20742\, United States
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SUMMARY:MEDA Young Leader Virtual Networking Session (March 2026)
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, March 27\, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nWhere: Virtual\nWho: MEDA Young Leaders\nThe MEDA Young Leaders Virtual Networking Sessions offer a professionally curated platform for ongoing learning and connection. Held bi-monthly for one hour\, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity to hear from top-tier economic development professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a regular participant\, you’ll find each session enriching and rewarding. Feel free to join as your schedule allows—each session stands alone as an opportunity for growth and networking. \nThis session will focus on connecting and engaging with fellow MEDA Young Leaders through structured networking and conversation. After a brief welcome\, participants will join small breakout groups to share ideas\, discuss current projects or initiatives\, and learn from one another. The session will also include a short discussion about the upcoming Annual Conference\, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their plans to attend and identify any barriers to participation.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-young-leader-virtual-networking-session-march-2026/
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SUMMARY:MWCC Quarterly Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland World Class Consortia is looking forward to having you join them for their morning “mini-conference\,” where you will find examples\, case studies\, and informative discussions about the tools and methods of continuous improvement. Get ready to network with learners and leaders of the local Lean community! \nFeatured Session: AI & Lean \nAdam Marsh\, President\, Ledge Inc. | CEO\, 80/20 Quality \nSession Title: AI That Works: A Manufacturing Leader’s Guide \nSession Description \nA practical framework for deploying AI in manufacturing without adding risk or complexity. Most organizations start with prompts and experiments\, then hit the same wall: inconsistent outputs\, no audit trail\, and unclear governance. This session applies lean thinking to AI adoption—defining standard work before scaling\, eliminating waste through controlled knowledge sources\, and selecting the right AI approach (chat\, agent\, or workflow) based on repeatability and risk. \nAttendees will leave with: \n\nA sample AI policy template\nIndustry-relevant use cases showing where AI delivers value today\nA clear framework to identify\, evaluate\, and govern AI opportunities within their own operations\n\nYour Speaker \nAdam Marsh is the President of Ledge Inc.\, where he helps manufacturers build quality systems that don’t just satisfy requirements—but actively strengthen organizations. Since founding Ledge in 2012\, Adam has grown the firm into a 10-person consulting team supporting 300+ companies across industries with QMS implementation\, training\, and long-term compliance support. \nAdam is also the CEO of 80/20 Quality\, where he focuses on the future of manufacturing through digital transformation\, improved data capture\, and practical AI integration. A proud Penn State Industrial Engineering alumnus\, Adam was recently recognized with the Early Career Award from the Penn State College of Engineering. \nDeeply committed to community and leadership development\, Adam has chaired organizations including ASQ Harrisburg\, The Manufacturers’ Association of South Central PA\, and Leadership York\, and currently teaches at Elizabethtown College—helping develop the next generation of technically strong\, people-centered leaders. \nFeatured Session: People-Centered Leadership \nShawn Wolf\, Leadership Consultant | Author\, Manage from the Future \nSession Description \nHigh-performing organizations are built on more than systems and technology—they are built on people. In this session\, Shawn Wolf will explore people-centered leadership and what it takes to lead effectively in today’s evolving workplace. \nDrawing on his experience as a senior manufacturing leader and current consultant\, Shawn will share practical insights on modern people management\, leadership behaviors\, and building organizations that perform well because their people are engaged\, aligned\, and empowered. \nThis session provides a strong human-centered complement to the technology- and process-focused discussion earlier in the program. \nYour Speaker \nMany in the MWCC community know Shawn Wolf from his years at Wright Manufacturing\, where he was a long-time member company leader and former MWCC board member. Shawn now leads his own consulting practice and is the author of Manage from the Future\, which focuses on modern approaches to people management and leadership. \nPROGRAM AGENDA \n\n08:30 a.m. – Registration\, Networking\, & Continental Breakfast\n09:00 a.m. – Welcome\n09:15 a.m. – Featured Session: AI\, Lean & Digital Systems\n10:30 a.m. – Networking / Break\n10:40 a.m. – Featured Session: People-Centered Leadership\n11:50 a.m. – Q&A\n12:00 p.m. – Program Concludes\n\nCode for MEDA Members: LH0NT3P5
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-quarterly-conference-2/
LOCATION:Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park\, 198 Laurel Race Track Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20725\, United States
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