More than MFG Expo
April 22-23, 2026
Cincinnati Convention Center
525 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
If you want to keep pace with today’s fast-moving manufacturing world, the More Than MFG Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio should be on your calendar. As the largest manufacturing event in the region, it’s where industry leaders, cutting-edge technologies, and practical solutions come together under one roof.
Expect focused breakout sessions led by people who actually walk the talk, hands-on demos that go beyond the sales pitch, and insights from internationally renowned speakers. You’ll also have the chance to meet one-on-one with experts and manufacturers to talk through real challenges and walk away with clear, workable solutions.
Whether your goals are networking, discovering what’s next, or leveling up your technical skills, the More Than MFG Expo delivers fresh ideas, useful connections, and plenty of inspiration to take back to your team.
The event is free to attend but registration is required.
EVENT SCHEDULE
EXPO FLOOR: 9:00am – 3:00pm (both days)
- Food and beverage will be available for purchase on site, and dozens of restaurants and food options are within walking distance of the event venue.
KEYNOTES
Wednesday, April 22nd
- 10:00am – 11:00am: “AI in Business: A Reality Check Beyond the Hype”
Presented by Andreas WelschIn this session, Andreas will explore how AI amplifies human potential and accelerates business operations, focusing on where AI excels and where it faces challenges. Packed with actionable insights, the session empowers organizations to embrace AI confidently, unlocking growth and efficiency. Attendees will walk away from the session with a clear understanding of AI’s history, evolution, and hype, current insights into AI’s real-world applications and challenges, and a visionary outlook on AI trends for the next 3-5 years.
- 2:00pm – 3:00pm: “Economic and Policy Update – What to Expect in 2026 and Beyond”
Presented by Alex ChausovskyIn this session, Alex will assess the current macro and trade landscape, analyze the potential impact of tariffs, and dive into geopolitical and economic shifts in consumer confidence and business optimism. Attendees will walk away from the session with an objective assessment of time-sensitive economic indicators such as consumer spending, business investment, inflation, interest rates, and tariffs, and concrete advice on how to navigate the current macroeconomic climate and tools that leaders can leverage to be data-driven decision makers for their orgnizations.
TRAINING SESSIONS
(available on both days)
- 9:30am – 10:30am: Smart Manufacturing: A Journey from Legacy to Leadership
- 9:30am – 11:00am: Continuous Thermal Monitoring Standards, Safety, & Solutions
- 10:00am – 12:00pm: Safeguarding Your Drive & Motor Systems: An Introduction to Line & Load Protection
- 11:00am – 12:00pm: A Manufacturer’s Journey to Real-Time Insights: Enabling OEE, Condition Monitoring, and AI with a Unified Namespace
- 11:00am – 12:00pm: Surge Protection
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm: Wireless Condition Monitoring Applied to Food Process Applications
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm: Secure Architectures in an Ever-Connected World: OT Cybersecurity
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm: Practical Motion Concepts
- 2:00pm – 3:00pm: The Basics of Dynamic Braking Resistors
- 2:00pm – 3:00pm: Ethernet Switch Considerations for OT
EXHIBITORS
Plus more registering every day!
This event is free to attend but registration is required.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Alex Chausovsky
President, 3DM Consulting
Alex is a highly experienced market researcher and analyst with more than two decades of expertise across subjects including economics, manufacturing, automation, advanced technology trends, and business cycle analysis.
Andreas Welsch
Founder & Chief AI Strategist, Intelligence Briefing
Andreas is an internationally recognized AI leader, educator, and speaker, known for transforming AI hype into tangible business impact. With 23 years of experience, he has helped Fortune 500 executives unlock AI’ potential and accelerated enterprise AI adoption.
Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Convention Center is within a short walk to thousands of hotel rooms and parking spaces, dozens of new restaurants, nightlife options, and destination shopping. Reopening in 2026 after a $240 million development, the completely reimagined Center will feature modernized meeting rooms, upgraded ballrooms, renovated exhibit halls, and a new expansive rooftop terrace.
WHAT’S IT LIKE AT THE MORE THAN MFG EXPO?
View highlights from the 2024 experience below.
This event is free to attend but registration is required.
