Advanced Technology &
AI Summit

Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre

Our First Advanced Technology & AI Summit is Coming!

The Advanced Technology & AI Summit is a great opportunity for NEPIRC to highlight the many benefits the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania gets to enjoy as a result of our state’s robust manufacturing sector. NEPIRC is excited to promote awareness of manufacturing, the available career opportunities and the advanced technologies that drive the industry. How do we achieve this, you ask? By hosting the state’s largest and most impactful summit and networking event – NEPIRC’s Advanced Technology & AI Summit!

Be part of our first Advanced Technology & AI Summit on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with hundreds of manufacturers and industry professionals for a day of collaboration and celebration. NEPIRC’s first Advanced Technology & AI Summit aims to empower manufacturers, change public perception about the industry, highlight its economic impact and introduce more people to available career opportunities.

What Does The AI Summit Entail?

The Advanced Technology & AI Summit offers attendees the opportunity to participate in educational breakout sessions; hear from nationally acclaimed speakers; meet and network with manufacturing and non-manufacturing decision makers, buyers and business owners; interact with PA-made products; see the great technological advancements in the industry; celebrate the many achievements of our manufacturing sector; and more.

Who Should Attend the AI Summit?

Manufacturing executives and decision makers; non-manufacturers who provide a service or product that benefits the manufacturing industry; economic development organizations; high school and college students; colleges/universities; manufacturing advocates and enthusiasts; government officials; technology, robotics and AI companies; Northeastern Pennsylvania champions; and anyone who would like to learn more about technology in the manufacturing industry or is considering a manufacturing career.

Keynote Speaker Jake Hall

AI’s Impact on Manufacturing. What you Should Know.

Manufacturing is entering its next major shift and it’s being led by AI. With workforce challenges, productivity pressures and global competition, manufacturers now have access to tools that can unlock insights, improve decision-making, and drive efficiency across the entire organization.

AI is no longer just hype; there are actual practical applications. Companies see real results using AI to augment their workforce, not replace it, and embedding it into the systems and processes they already use.

In this keynote, we’ll break down how manufacturers are successfully leveraging AI:

• Applying AI on the production floor

• Enhancing automation systems with flexible design

• Using AI in sales and customer engagement

• Improving planning and operations

Sponsorship Opportunities

BREAKFAST SPONSOR: $2500

Company Branding on beverage (Coffee cups)

Logo displayed on all signage throughout the event

Logo displayed on all marketing material

Logo on event map and agenda

Logos on Website

6 Tickets

Swag pre-included in event attendee bag

8′ Table

Includes power (240v on request)

KEYNOTE SPONSOR: $2500

Introduce Keynote – 15 minute speaking engagement

Logos displayed on all signage throughout the event

Logo on all marketing material

Logo on event map and agenda

Logo on website

6 Tickets

Swag pre-included in event attendee bag

8′ Table

Includes power (240v on request)

Interested in being a Sponsor? Contact Randy Yash, NEPIRC’s Director of Technology, at Randy@NEPIRC.com or 570.704.0027.

Ticket Pricing for Attendees

Tickets are free for manufacturers and $50 for non-manufacturers and include breakfast, admission to the Expo and keynote presentation.

Once your ticket is purchased via our online ticketing website, you are good to go. You do not need to print out your online ticket for entry to the event. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door, but it is strongly recommended to register ahead of time.

Exhibitors

$500 per table

Includes Power (240v on request)

3 Tickets

8′ Table

Interested in being an Exhibitor? Contact Randy Yash, NEPIRC’s Director of Technology, at Randy@NEPIRC.com or 570.704.0027.

AI Summit FAQs

How many people will attend the Advanced Technology & AI Summit?

We have had more than 500 people walk through the doors at our past events, such as MFG DAY. This is our first AI Summit, so we are excited to see how this event will help connect people in manufacturing.

Is the AI Summit at Mohegan Pennsylvania or Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre?

The Advanced Technology & AI Summit is at Mohegan Pennsylvania! This is Wilkes-Barre’s local casino and convention center. The Arena is a completely different venue, so do not go there. This is the same venue MFG DAY has taken place at for the past four years. There will be signs when you arrive on the property directing you to the event entrance.

Is there a hotel room block for the night before the event?

Yes, Mohegan Pennsylvania has its own hotel on the property. It is in the same building as the convention center where the Advanced Technology & AI Summit will take place. Please email Randy@NEPIRC.com to learn more about the hotel room block available for Wednesday, 10/28.

Is parking near the event entrance and is there a cost to park?

There are huge parking lots on the Mohegan Pennsylvania property. You will want to follow signs for Convention Center/Hotel when you arrive onto the property. These signs will direct you to the proper parking lot. There is no cost to park.