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About The Event

The Cleveland Engineering Society in partnership with MAGNET and Manufacturing Works would like to present to you the Engineering in Construction & Manufacturing Conference and Trade Show (EC&M), a bold evolution of the beloved Design & Construction Conference and Trade Show. Next year marks a transformative step forward as we rebrand to reflect the broader horizons and dynamic intersections of engineering, construction, and manufacturing.

EC&M brings together leading professionals, innovators, and visionaries from across these industries to explore cutting-edge technologies, groundbreaking projects, and future trends shaping our world. Featuring engaging keynote speakers, a multitude of breakout sessions, and an ever growing trade show floor, this event is the ultimate platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Conference Theme: "Out of the Box"

This year’s theme, “Out of the Box,” challenges attendees to push boundaries, reimagine possibilities, and embrace unconventional thinking to solve industry challenges. From innovative design approaches to groundbreaking manufacturing techniques, this theme sets the tone for inspiring creativity and fostering transformative solutions. 

Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter, highlighting the synergy between engineering excellence, construction innovation, and manufacturing precision. Discover how this integration drives efficiency, sustainability, and growth in today’s ever-evolving industrial landscape.

Get ready to redefine what’s possible. Welcome to Engineering in Construction & Manufacturing—where innovation meets opportunity.

THURSDAY    |    FEBRUARY 27, 2025

7:30 AM - 5:00 PM   @  Corporate College East

Location Information

  • Corporate College East
  • 4400 Richmond Rd, Warrensville Hts., OH, 44128 US

Conference Agenda


7:15 - 8:15 AMRegistration & Check-In

Registration/Sign-In/Breakfast/Exhibition and Networking


8:15 - 8:30 AMWelcome

CES President, David Oshins


8:30 - 9:00 AMMorning Session/ Morning Keynote Speaker

Tim Offtermatt (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) "Matching Capital Realities with Today's Construction Needs"


9:15 - 10:15 AMMorning Panel Discussion

"Air Mobility & Drone Critical Infrastructure"


10:15 - 10:45 AMMorning Break

Exhibition and Networking


10:45 - 11:35 AMBreakout Sessions

Track 1: Workforce Development for Future Energy Systems
Track 2: Connect the Dots
Track 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Systems
Track 4: Future of Flight
Track 5: Manufacturing Growth in the Real World


11:40 - 12:30 PMLunch/Awards/Afternoon Keynote Speaker

Sheldon Wray (Lincoln Electric)


12:40 - 1:40 PMEthics Session

Travis Rhoades (Civil & Environmental Consultants) "The Duty to Act"
Earn 1 CPD Credit Hour in Ethics


1:45 - 2:45 PMAfternoon Panel Discussions

"Best Practices in Manufacturing"
"Hydrogen-Based Energy Systems"


2:45 - 3:15 PMAfternoon Break

Exhibition and Networking


3:15 - 4:05 PMBreakout Sessions

Track 1: Workforce Development for Future Energy Systems
Track 2: Connect the Dots
Track 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Systems
Track 4: Future of Flight
Track 5: Manufacturing Growth in the Real World


4:10 - 5:00 PMBreakout Sessions

Track 1: Workforce Development for Future Energy Systems
Track 2: Connect the Dots
Track 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Systems
Track 4: Future of Flight
Track 5: Manufacturing Growth in the Real World


Conference Agenda

Individual & Group Registration

Exhibit


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