The SME Membership Momentum: Chapter Leadership & NextGen Summit is designed to equip Emerging Professionals (EPs) with the tools, connections, and insights needed to thrive in the manufacturing industry. The Summit builds on SME's research into EP engagement, taking a closer look at your needs, career goals, and preferred ways to connect with SME. 

Why Attend? 

• Engage and Develop as an Emerging Professional
  Building on previous EP research, we’ll explore your career needs, interests, and preferred connection methods. Your feedback will shape future programs and initiatives, ensuring events, resources, and opportunities align with your priorities and support your professional growth.
• Strengthen Your Connection to SME
  Your voice matters. This summit is your chance to share experiences, shape future programs, and influence SME initiatives to better support emerging professionals.
• Celebrate Chapter Excellence 
  Join us as we honor outstanding chapters with the inaugural Chapter of the Year Awards. 

Your Registration Includes ($750 Value) 

• Access to SME Momentum Summit and materials ($300 value)
• Full meal service: Breakfast, lunch, and coffee/tea breaks ($200 value)
• Optional: Spring Gala ticket ($250 value) 
• A Travel stipend may be available for emerging professionals attending the Summit, but an application is required. Contact chapters@sme.org to learn more. 

Other Miscellaneous Expenses Are Not Included

• If you need a hotel room, SME will book it for you. The rate is $209/night plus taxes and fees. You are responsible for payment. More details will be provided closer to the event.

Reserve your spot today and take your chapter to the next level. 

For questions, contact chapters@sme.org.