People first, progress together... in Milwaukee
Excellence is evolving, and so are we. As organizations explore the power of AI, sustainability and purpose-driven leadership, the focus remains clear: people are at the center of lasting progress.
Join us Monday, Oct. 26 – Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for the 42nd annual AME International Conference. Designed by practitioners, for practitioners, this global gathering brings together continuous improvement professionals from every industry and at every level — from the front office to the front lines.
At AME Milwaukee 2026, we embrace a "yes/and" approach to enterprise excellence. Learn how innovative organizations are using technology to elevate — not replace — people. Discover how they're creating sustainable systems that serve customers, employees, communities and the environment.
Experience operational excellence in action through local tours. Connect in hands-on sessions, interactive workshops and networking events. Be inspired by visionary keynote speakers and leave with ideas you can apply right away. Share, learn and grow with us in Milwaukee at the AME International Conference!
Register by October 31, 2025 to lock in our lowest conference week pricing: $1,440 for an individual registration.
Who should attend the AME Milwaukee 2026 Conference?
Our conference is designed for professionals and organizations across a wide range of industries and sectors. While manufacturing remains at our core, attendees from the following industries will find immense value in our sessions, tours, networking opportunities and thought leadership:
- Biotech and healthcare
- Industrial
- Life sciences
- Aerospace
- Food industry
- Service industry
- Government and defense
- Technology and AI
- Academia
- Maritime
- Automotive
- Consumer products
- Electrical
- Logistics
- Steel products and forming
- And more!
The AME Milwaukee 2026 Conference offers tools and strategies to elevate your organization, no matter your industry or focus.
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