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2026 Annual Conference

Categories
Signature Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Los_Angeles (PDT)
Location
Palm Springs, CA
USA
Audience
Open to everyone

Whether you're looking to increase your supply chain excellence, learn how to better integrate tech into your business, or increase your ROI in human capital, you'll find leading information about all things supply chain at the MHI Annual Conference.

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WERC Facility Tours - TVH

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Chicago (CDT)
Location
Olathe, KS
Tags
Facility Tour
Audience
Open to everyone

Facility Tours & Lunch 'n Learns

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HR Community: The Human Supply Chain

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Communities, HR Community, Networking
Audience
Open to everyone

The MHI HR Community meets virtually every month for an interactive, roundtable‑style discussion focused on a specific HR or workforce‑related topic

October: Retention Strategies in a Tight Labor Market

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In-Person MHI Leadership Program 2026

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Charlotte, NC
USA
Tags
Educational
Audience
Open to everyone

MHI’s Industry Leadership Program equips emerging and new leaders with the critical skills, insights, and industry knowledge needed to succeed and advance in the material handling and supply chain field. Through exposure to real-world challenges, leadership best practices, and strategic thinking, participants build capabilities in communication, collaboration, decision-making, and influence—skills essential for leading teams and driving impact early in their careers.

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YPN Coffee Chat - October: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Communities, YPN, Networking, Coffee Chats
Communities
Young Professionals Network
Audience
Open to everyone

YPN Coffee Chat - October: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

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MHI & WERC Industry Hangout - Charlotte

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Charlotte, NC
USA
Tags
Industry Hangout
Audience
Open to everyone

Hosted by MHI and WERC, this Industry Hangout is your chance to connect with fellow supply chain professionals in a fun, energetic atmosphere. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while expanding your network!

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Mpro Engage! - LinkedIn: How to Organically Grow Your Reach

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Networking, MPro
Communities
Marketing Professionals
Audience
Open to everyone

Mpro Engage! - LinkedIn: How to Organically Grow Your Reach

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IG Happy Hour (Pack Expo)

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Chicago (CDT)
Location
Chicago, IL
Audience
Open to everyone

IG Happy Hour (Pack Expo)

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RMI Education Summit 2026

Categories
Sponsored Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Charlotte, NC
USA
Tags
Educational, RMI
Industry Groups
Rack Manufacturers Institute Inc.
Audience
Open to everyone

Join the Rack Manufacturers Institute (RMI) for the 2026 RMI Education Summit. The event connects rack industry professionals for two days of education, networking, and collaboration focused on the latest trends, best practices, and industry insights. For registration information, please contact Anna Teter ateter@mhi.org and Alicia Garcia Alvarez aalvarez@mhi.org.

Join the Rack Manufacturers Institute (RMI) for the 2026 RMI Education Summit. The event connects rack industry professionals for two days of education, networking, and collaboration focused on the latest trends, best practices, and industry insights. For registration information, please contact Anna Teter ateter@mhi.org and Alicia Garcia Alvarez aalvarez@mhi.org.

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Texas Warehousing Forum

Categories
Sponsored Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Grapevine Convention Center
1209 Main Street
Grapevine, Texas 76051
Tags
WERC, Conference
Audience
Open to everyone

Where Supply Chain Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation, Connection, & Results

Join 300+ warehousing professionals, suppliers, educators, and students as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the premier supply chain event in the South Central Region.

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SHOWpro 2026

Categories
Signature Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Chicago (CDT)
Location
McCormick Place West
Chicago, IL
USA
Audience
Open to everyone

SHOWpro 2026 - MHI Show & Marketing Professionals Conference

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YPN Book Club - Change the Culture, Change the Game

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Book Club, Communities, YPN, Networking
Communities
Young Professionals Network
Audience
Open to everyone

October: Change the Culture, Change the Game: The Breakthrough Strategy for Energizing Your Organization and Creating Accountability for Results by Roger Connors& Tom Smith -Focuses on how leaders can transform organizational culture to drive performance and accountability.

Date & Time

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MHI Connect Europe Tours - Qimarox

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
Europe/Amsterdam (GMT+1)
Location
Qimarox
Harderwijk
Netherlands
Tags
Facility Tour, CSS, TRG, International
Industry Groups
Conveyor & Sortation Systems, The Robotics Group
Audience
Open to everyone

Hosted by Qimarox and AWL and powered by the Conveyor & Sortation Systems Group (CSS) and The Robotics Group (TRG), this event features facility tours, industry speakers, and networking with MHI members, academia, and end users. Registration details coming soon—stay tuned!

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HR Community: The Human Supply Chain

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Tags
Communities, HR Community
Audience
Open to everyone

November: Understanding Your Team: Communication Styles & Connection

The MHI HR Community meets virtually every month for an interactive, roundtable‑style discussion focused on a specific HR or workforce‑related topic

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YPN Coffee Chat - November: Transitioning from Individual Contributor to Manager

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Communities, YPN, Networking, Coffee Chats
Communities
Young Professionals Network
Audience
Open to everyone

Explore the challenges of stepping into a management or supervisor role—from delegating and giving feedback to leading with both confidence and humility in a new role.

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MHI & WERC Industry Hangout - Los Angeles

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Los_Angeles (PST)
Location
Long Beach, CA
USA
Tags
Industry Hangout, Regional Events, Industry Hangouts
Audience
Open to everyone

Hosted by MHI and WERC, this Industry Hangout is your chance to connect with fellow supply chain professionals in a fun, energetic atmosphere. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while expanding your network!

Registration link coming soon

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WERC Facility Tours: The Gap, hosted by VARGO

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Nashville
TN
Tags
Facility Tour, WERC
Audience
Open to everyone

WERC Facility Tours

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IMG Challenge Event

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Half Moon Bay, CA
Audience
Open to everyone

Industry Group Events: IMG Challenge Event

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Mpro Engage! - Storytelling in B2B Marketing: Aligning Stories to Business Goals

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Virtual
Tags
Networking, MPro
Communities
Marketing Professionals
Audience
Open to everyone

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HR Community: The Human Supply Chain

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Tags
Communities, HR Community
Audience
Open to everyone

The MHI HR Community meets virtually every month for an interactive, roundtable‑style discussion focused on a specific HR or workforce‑related topic

December: Managing Burnout Before It Becomes a Crisis

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YPN Coffee Chat - December: End of year special guest speaker

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Virtual
Tags
YPN, Networking
Communities
Young Professionals Network
Audience
Open to everyone

YPN Coffee Chat - December: End of year special guest speaker

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WERC Facility Tours: The Real Real, hosted by VARGO and the WERC Region

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Phoenix
AZ
Tags
Facility Tour, WERC
Audience
Open to everyone

WERC Facility Tours: The Real Real, hosted by VARGO and the WERC Region

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CSS Lunch & Learn @ Koerber

Categories
Regional Event
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EST)
Location
Dallas, Texas
Tags
Industry Groups, CSS
Audience
Open to everyone

CSS Lunch & Learn @ Koerber, Dallas TX

Registration link coming soon

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ProMat 2027

Categories
Signature Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/Chicago (CDT)
Location
Chicago, IL
USA
Audience
Open to everyone

This is the show where the industry's key decision-makers come together to source manufacturing and supply chain solutions.

From hands-on product demonstrations to one-on-one meetings, ProMat 2027 is where the supply chain industry converges to see the latest equipment and tech, connect with key suppliers and make strategic capital equipment decisions for their future operations.

Registration link coming soon

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Past events and recordings (2)

Autonomous Loading Dock Operations: The Growing Need for Connected Solutions

Categories
Virtual Event
Format
Virtual
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Virtual
Tags
loading dock, automation, warehouse, tech talk, controllers, Educational, material handling, lodem, supply chain, LODEM, data, sensor, technology, connected sensors, docks
Industry Groups
Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers
Audience
Open to everyone

The loading dock is evolving from a collection of standalone equipment into a connected, intelligent hub that drives safer, more efficient supply chain operations. In this MHI Supply Chain Tech Talk, LODEM industry experts Brett Lindstrom, Amanda Yaworsky and Rylee Moder explore how advancements in sensors, intelligent controllers and connected technologies are providing organizations with greater visibility, actionable data and operational insights.

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MODEX 2026

Categories
Signature Events
Format
In person
When
Time zone
America/New_York (EDT)
Location
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
USA
Tags
trade show
Audience
Open to everyone

At MODEX 2026, the premier manufacturing and supply chain experience, qualified buyers come to engage 1:1 with solution providers and supply chain experts like you.

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