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2026 General Session Recordings Are Now Available
Your People Are the Competitive Advantage. AI Just Unlocks It.
Champions of Manufacturing is designed for manufacturers who are done with the hype and ready to see what's actually working. This is proof, not promise.
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Every session, every demo, and every conversation is designed around one idea: AI is most powerful when it amplifies the people doing the work. You won't sit through vendor pitches or theoretical roadmaps. You'll hear directly from operators and leaders — people like you — who are already using AI to make faster decisions, eliminate bottlenecks, and drive real results across their operations.
The era of sitting on the sidelines of AI is over — come see what's possible when your people are fully empowered to lead it.
One of the most valuable parts of Champions of Manufacturing was the opportunity to connect directly with peers and have open conversations about the challenges and opportunities manufacturers are facing. I’m looking forward to seeing this year’s event build on that with a strong focus on AI, operational execution, and measurable business outcomes.
Cedric Brown, CIO at Mueller Industries
Talk Shop. Share Stories. Build Community.
The Champions of Manufacturing event is all about you—the customer. The conference is designed to bring the QAD | Redzone community together, offering exclusive opportunities to connect, share experiences and accelerate growth alongside industry peers.
Inspiring Customer Speakers
Hear from fellow customers who are driving transformation and success.
Meet the Champions
Demo our personal-based agents powered by ChampionAI.
Exclusive Networking & Executive Sessions
Connect with peers, industry leaders and QAD executives in meaningful conversations.
About the Location
Located in Chicago’s South Loop and directly connected to McCormick Place, the Marriott Marquis Chicago is a natural home for Champions of Manufacturing Americas.
As one of the Midwest’s premier convention hotels, it offers expansive, modern meeting spaces built for high-energy sessions, hands-on collaboration, and seamless networking, all under one roof.
With guest rooms, event space, and dining in a single connected destination, attendees can move easily between sessions and conversations. Beyond the hotel, Lake Michigan, the Museum Campus, and downtown Chicago’s dining, entertainment, and iconic landmarks are just a short trip away.
With its scale, convenience, and an unmatched setting, the Marriott Marquis Chicago creates an environment where ideas move quickly, conversations flow naturally, and meaningful connections turn into real outcomes.
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