5th Annual Pinellas Manufacturing Summit
About this Event
5th Annual Pinellas Manufacturing Summit
Stronger Industry. Stronger Workforce. Stronger Community.
Join manufacturers, business leaders, educators, workforce professionals, economic development leaders, students and community partners from across Pinellas County for the 5th Annual Pinellas Manufacturing Summit.
📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center
4951 78th Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Hosted by the Pinellas Park Gateway Chamber of Commerce, the Summit is designed to connect the people, organizations and resources helping strengthen manufacturing and workforce development throughout Pinellas County.
What We'll Explore
⚙️ Manufacturing & Business Growth
Opportunities, challenges and resources for manufacturers looking to grow and compete.
👷 Workforce Development & Skilled Trades
Connecting employers with the talent pipeline and workforce resources available throughout our region.
🎓 Education & Technical Training
Building stronger connections between manufacturers, educators, students and career-training programs.
💡 Emerging Technology
Exploring how technology is changing manufacturing and creating new opportunities.
📈 Economic Development
Connecting manufacturers with organizations and resources supporting business retention, expansion and investment.
🤝 Strategic Partnerships
Creating stronger relationships between industry, education, workforce, government and the business community.
Who Should Attend?
This Summit is for:
• Manufacturers and business owners
• CEOs, executives and operations leaders
• Plant and production managers
• HR and workforce professionals
• Suppliers and service providers
• Educators and technical-training professionals
• Students exploring manufacturing and skilled-trade careers
• Economic development professionals
• Government and community leaders
• Chamber members and business professionals interested in the future of Pinellas County's economy
Working Together for Pinellas Manufacturing
The 2026 Summit connects leadership and expertise from organizations throughout our manufacturing and workforce ecosystem, including:
Pinellas Park Gateway Chamber of Commerce
City of Pinellas Park
Pinellas County Economic Development (PCED)
Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA)
Pinellas Technical College
Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School
ClearView Adult Education Center
Commercial Partners Realty
Duke Energy
Along with manufacturers, Chamber members, educators, workforce professionals, sponsors and community partners from throughout Pinellas County.
From students preparing for technical careers and adults developing new skills to established manufacturers searching for talent, resources and opportunities to expand, the Summit is about creating connections that lead to action.
Connect. Collaborate. Innovate.
Manufacturing is an important part of Pinellas County's economy—and its continued success requires strong connections between the businesses creating jobs and the organizations developing talent, resources and opportunities.
Join us October 28 and be part of that conversation.
5th Annual Pinellas Manufacturing Summit
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center
4951 78th Ave N
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Hosted by the Pinellas Park Gateway Chamber of Commerce
PinellasParkChamber.com
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM
Registration, Light Breakfast & Networking
🕑: 09:00 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
🕑: 09:15 AM
State of Manufacturing / Opening Program
🕑: 09:45 AM
Manufacturing & Economic Development
🕑: 10:30 AM
Workforce & Skilled Trades
🕑: 11:15 AM
Education & Talent Pipeline
🕑: 12:00 PM
Lunch & Industry Program
🕑: 12:45 PM
Closing Remarks / Call to Action
🕑: 01:00 PM
Summit Concludes
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 55.20
