with Adam Jones, former U.S. Army Captain & Black Hawk pilot Rooted in lessons from his book, Weapons of Mass Deception: The Silent Struggle Within Every High Performer, former U.S. Army Captain Adam F. Jones addresses the psychological challenges that high achievers often encounter. This program will help you identify four “weapons” that can undermine… Read More »Pitt IEE: Weapons of Mass Deception
Hosted by Enterprise Bank Join fellow IEE members to meet, mix and mingle at our January Member Happy Hour, filled with great food and drink! 5 spots for NTMA members at all IEE Educational programs and networking events are reserved. To claim your spot, contact Tara Gerek directly at tgerek@innovation.pitt.edu.
For 16 years, Chris led Tollgrade Communications from a very small technology start-up to a NASDAQ-listed company whose market capitalization reached $2 billion. But that doesn’t begin to tell the story of all the roadblocks, hurdles, and challenges his scrappy management team had to overcome to help bring broadband technology to the masses and kill… Read More »Pitt IEE: Hit IT!: A tech startup story & 7 rules for entrepreneurs with Chris Allison
with PNC’s Lou Cestello and Gus Faucher, plus other regional community leaders. Join us for our annual look into the regional economic climate and the 2026 economic forecast. PNC’s SVP & ChiefEconomist Gus Faucher will guide us through key economic indicators that impact our region’s businesses. PNC President Lou Cestello will provide remarks along with… Read More »Pitt IEE: State of the Pittsburgh Economy co-hosted with PNC Bank
Join the ARM Institute's Robotics Manufacturing Hub and Catalyst Connection on February 25 for a free workshop exploring machine tending! Note that breakfast & lunch will be provided at no cost. Space is limited - reserve your spot today!
Catalyst Connection will be hosting a workshop (virtual and in-person) to provide information about their mini-grant program (up to $10,000/manufacturer) to support business growth and operational improvements. At this workshop, you'll learn how to access these funds, explore project options, and hear how more than 100 manufacturers in our region have already put this opportunity… Read More »From Application to Award: Mini-Grant Workshop (Virtual & In-Person) for Manufacturers
with Dr. Gian Power OBE, CEO & Founder of TLC Lions Experience the powerful world of storytelling in this session designed for businesses and entrepreneurs. Through Gian’s methodology, you’ll explore the “why” behind your business, from why you started it, to what matters most to you, and how you continue to succeed. The session will… Read More »Pitt IEE: The Power of Storytelling: Unleashing a company’s full potential
Join the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA for its 21st season of BotsIQ's Combat Robotics! Watch as high school students battle for grand champion with their 15lb combat robot. The event is free and open to the public. BotsIQ is the youth workforce development program of the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA. Created in 2005, BotsIQ was created by… Read More »BotsIQ 2026 Finals Competition
Haas Factory Outlet & BotsIQ invite YOU to be a VIP at the 2026 BotsIQ Finals Competition. Connect with fellow manufacturers, educators, and workforce development leaders as we celebrate the next generation of skilled talent. Stop by to see how programs like BotsIQ are shaping the future of manufacturing. Schedule of Events: Registration is required.
Since 1996 the Pittsburgh Chapter’s signature golf outing, The PGH NTMF Manufacturing Open, has raised thousands of dollars that go directly to manufacturing education in our region through programs like BotsIQ and the Apprentice Training Program. We’re committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of our workforce to keep manufacturing strong in Pittsburgh, in Pennsylvania and in America.… Read More »Manufacturing Open 2026