Sponsorship Resources

The 5th Annual Connected Worker: Manufacturing Summit returns! Taking place at a brand new (bigger) venue in Chicago (Westin North Shore) this October 13-15, this is a unique opportunity to place your brand at the center of crucial conversations in the industry.

Leaders from Mars, Reynolds, Estee Lauder, Coca-Cola, The Hershey Company, Interface, Owens Corning, Ford, Cooper Standard, Bayer and more, are set to take the stage as they share how they are advancing the next frontier of digital manufacturing.

The Event Guide details the 100+ manufacturing expert speaker faculty, agenda, insights being shared, and more. From transformative workforce solutions to cutting-edge shop floor tech, this year’s summit provides an unparalleled platform for technology providers, solution partners, and innovators to connect with manufacturing’s most forward-thinking brands.

Spot a session that you’d like to get involved with? Get in touch today to lead the conversation in Chicago this fall.

As a sponsor of The Connected Worker: Manufacturing Summit, you'll take center stage—leading conversations, showcasing your technology, and building high-value connections.

Our audience of 300+ senior manufacturing leaders are actively navigating the transition to smart factories and seeking cutting-edge solutions, from wearable tech and AR to workforce analytics, asset tracking, mobile learning, and more. Could your product be the answer to their prayers?

Discover how your brand can make an impact in Chicago—download your copy of The Connected Worker: Manufacturing Summit Prospectus today.

"The Connected Worker Summit is one of my favorite events of the year because it perfectly meshes innovative technology and the workforce. Technology alone is not a competitive edge and the Connected Worker’s sessions help bring tangible ideas on how to support digital transformation and implementation of critical technologies, while also considering the need for a talented workforce." - Director Workforce Programs, MxD

Wondering who will join you at our Connected Worker: Manufacturing Summit? Download the 2026 Sample Attendee List!

Our attendees are decision-makers, innovators, and experts responsible for optimizing operations, enhancing workforce efficiency, and driving digital transformation.

They come from leading manufacturing companies, looking for solutions to pressing challenges such as:

• Moving from connected worker to connected workforce – Scaling digital solutions beyond individual workers to create a fully integrated and collaborative environment.
• Reducing risk in hazardous conditions – Leveraging connected safety management to enhance workplace safety and minimize operational risks.
• Improving efficiencies and consistency – Utilizing remote operations to streamline workflows and ensure standardized processes across manufacturing sites.
• Enhancing maintenance and inspections – Implementing connected worker technology to optimize asset reliability and reduce downtime.

Having a dedicated branded space at the heart of the exhibition gives you more than just visibility, it gives you a home base. Delegates will know exactly where to find you, and it’s the perfect spot to host meetings or have more in-depth conversations.

The 2026 Expo Hall Floor Plan is now available to view. For more details, get in touch with our team at enquire@iqpc.com.

We're back for the 5th Year!
With the event currently on the assembly line but in high demand, explore what's to come this October in Chicago.

In the 2026 Event Preview we share the confirmed speakers and themes for 2026. Explore key themes, what's new for 2026, and more.

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"What’s unique about the Connected Worker Manufacturing Summit is that they take a collaboration, community focused approach. It’s about ensuring that the attendees are getting the value, the stories, the relationships, and the connections they need to actually drive the outcomes for their organization.”
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