Energy & Manufacturing Supply Chain Opportunities
Catalyst Connection, in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University, Scott Institute for Energy Innovation and Resilient Energy Technology and Infrastructure (RETI) hosts a focused half‑day program exploring opportunities at the intersection of energy, manufacturing, and grid modernization. The event includes thought‑leader panels, a keynote lunch, and a technology showcase featuring CMU and Pittsburgh‑region technology innovators.
Designed with small and mid-market manufacturers in mind, the program provides unparalleled access to supply chain leaders, real-time intelligence on emerging grid technologies, and opportunities to align manufacturing capabilities with rapidly evolving market needs. Through panel discussions, research showcases, and extensive networking, SMM attendees will gain actionable insights, build new customer relationships, and identify collaboration opportunities that strengthen competitiveness and support long-term supply chain resiliency.
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Benefits of Attending:
- Direct Access to Supply Chain Leaders & OEMs
- Insights on Power Generation & Distribution Supplier Opportunities
- Insights Grid Evolution & Emerging Market Demand
- Collaboration Opportunities with Researchers & Startups
- Networking With Customers & Decision-Makers
Program Highlights
- Panel 1 — Power Generation: “All Hands-on Deck”
- Panel 2 — Power Distribution: “Grid Resiliency in an Electrified Future”
- Panel 3 — Grid Evolution: “OEM Perspectives on Scaling the Grid”
Keynote Lunch
Speaker: Bob Evans, Cloud Wars
Creator of the Cloud Wars Top 10, a ranking and ongoing analysis world’s most-influential cloud and AI companies driving business innovation and growth in the AI Economy. Bob analyzed the enterprise-tech business for more than 30 years, including 5 years as Chief Communications Officer at Oracle, reporting to Larry Ellison, Founder of Oracle.
Technology Showcase
Explore new tools, prototypes, and applied research from Carnegie Mellon University and Pittsburgh‑area energy‑technology developers, highlighting advances in AI, robotics, materials, grid intelligence, cyber security, and manufacturing innovation.
