Future-Ready Operations

    Discover how Industrial AI, automation and digitalization are transforming manufacturing operations, improving performance, reliability, agility and operational excellence at this exclusive executive dinner.

    20 October 2026
    6pm - 10pm CDT
    Chicago

Speakers


Host/Moderator
Executive Leaders Network

As host and moderator, ELN will guide the conversation and help create a welcoming, informal setting where guests can share perspectives and connect naturally.

Kevin Clark
Vice President, Head of Industrial Strategy, Asset Management
Siemens

Kevin Clark is a strategic business and asset management leader at Siemens, bringing more than 35 years of experience in developing and leading world-class initiatives across industry. He is widely recognized for his expertise in asset management, operational excellence, reliability, and maintenance best practices, helping organizations improve performance and long-term value.

Future-Ready Manufacturing Operations: How Industrial AI, Automation and Digitalization Are Reshaping Performance, Reliability and Agility

What if the biggest constraint to growth isn't demand, but the ability to adapt?

As manufacturers face increasing pressure to improve productivity, modernize aging operations, and remain competitive, many are balancing transformation with the realities of uptime, workforce challenges, cybersecurity, and business continuity. Join fellow industry executives for a discussion on the strategies, technologies, and leadership approaches shaping the future of manufacturing performance and operational excellence. 

Key Takeaways:

  • How manufacturers are moving from data-rich to insight-driven operations.
  • Where Industrial AI is delivering measurable value today.
  • How leading manufacturers are modernizing operations while maintaining reliability and business continuity.
  • Strategies for connecting people, processes, and operational data to enable better decision-making.

Venue:

The Gage, 24 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Steps from Millennium Park, The Gage is a favorite of locals and visitors alike and is one of Chicago’s most booked restaurants. The Gage serves refined, rustic fare complemented by an inventive beverage program in a lively, convivial setting, blending European influence with American style.