(SME: Dearborn, MI) -- The “Great Recession” was a wake up call for manufacturers lulled into a sense of security by years of economic boom. Like the economy itself, manufacturing stands at an abyss of uncertainty. In the past is a manufacturing industry once revered as the backbone of our economy. Ahead lies an expanse of opportunity for manufacturers who are ready to lead this century’s new industrial revolution.

To prepare manufacturing practitioners to cross this chasm, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) presents its annual conference: Bridging the Gaps in Nashville, Tennessee, June 6–8. Focusing on leadership and innovation, this event provides tools, inspiration and networking, which will empower manufacturing professionals to innovate, execute, and succeed when they return to the office. The event is open to SME members and other manufacturing professionals.

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