Build Your Regional Talent Pipeline by SponsoringEducator Workshops

Partner with local educators. Meet your ESG goals. Create Marketing and Social Media Content. We handle 100% of the administration and curriculum.

The Challenge & Turnkey Solution

Most plant managers and HR directors agree on two things: local K-12 STEM programs aren't feeding enough talent into advanced manufacturing, and internal teams don't have the bandwidth to design and run educator workshops to fix it.We host accredited teacher professional development workshops directly at your facility or in your region. We manage 100% of the administration, recruitment, state PD crediting, and curriculum—requiring zero operational drag from your team.I have visited more than 500 manufacturing sites, helping them automate their process and discrete manufacturing applications. And I have designed and installed more than 325 Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Labs at Universities, Technical Schools, Colleges, and High Schools throughout the US and Canada.And as an award-winning author, I have written books to introduce kids, teens, parents, and teachers to the often invisible world of manufacturing.

What Your Company Gets

Direct Talent Pipeline: Build standing relationships with regional teachers who influence student career choices.Measurable ESG & CSR Impact: Receive a full reporting package (educators reached, PDH credits issued, dollars invested in workforce development) ready for your annual corporate responsibility reports.Community & Brand Visibility: High-impact local brand positioning as a leader in education and regional manufacturing.Zero Staff Strain: No pull on your staff's daily operations to design or execute training.

Sponsorable Workshop Modules

Every workshop is customized to your facility. Content can spotlight your specific technology, career pathways, and open roles—giving your company a voice in the curriculum.

Introduction to Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing: Career Awareness and PreparationDemystifying Digital Transformation: Smart Manufacturing Made SimpleMass Production to Mass Customization: The New Paradigm

Typical Costs and Fees

Typical Workshop Fee: Investment typically ranges from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on scope, teacher headcount, and facility customization. Packages cover 100% of administration, teacher recruitment, state accredited PDH hours, materials, and ESG reporting.

Previous Events

Nevada Economic Development

Addressing academia and industry to promote smart manufacturing! Guest lecture at Temple University, Northeastern University, WVU, Tufts, Humber College, and several others.

SMX Automotive Conference Chair

Hosting the professional summit for SMX, this took place in Detroit and gathered a "Who's Who" in the industry. Click on image for more info.

Workshops

High School Teacher Advancement, Industry Days, Engineering Continuing Education Credits, Manufacturing Week

Keynote Presentations

Economic Development Conferences, Industry & Regional Workforce Seminars, Industry Workforce Seminars

Podcast Guest

Frequently joining discussion related to manufacturing workforce skill and awareness gap programs! Full directory is here:

Podcasts

Bonus Materials

Every host facility receives signed copies of our award-winning manufacturing books to distribute to local middle school and high school to further your impact.

Let's Work together to Address the Manufacturing Workforce!

Having heard hundreds of manufacturers describe their technological and workforce needs, we will bridge the gap and make both sides stronger! Take the next proactive step and directly influence the educators in your community!Together we can address the talent pipeline risk and initiate social outreach programs.

Industry Support

"Warning: This book may cause a suddent interest in robotics, AI, and factory tours! Learn how smart manufacturing isn't just for engineers - it's for thinkers, tinkerers, and problem solvers!"

Jeff Winter VP Belden

Industry Support

Mike presents a fascinating industry through a student-first lens, making complex topics approachable for students curious about manufacturing"

Jane Arnold VP Industry Black & Decker

High School Teacher Workshop

"Thank you for being an essential part of our First Industry 4.0 Teacher Academy. The knowledge and insights you shared surfaced again and again all week."

Anna Lewis The Catalyst Connection

Government Support

"Thank you for using your skills and talents to inspire new generations to consider the role manufacturing has, and will have, in their future"

Doug Burnum Gov. of North Dakota

Industry Support

"Get this book, get many. Pass them along to every middle school and high school student you know!"

Gary Mintchell Editor of Automation World

Higher Education Support

"Every education and workforce development professional should read these books to get a grasp on the innovative workforce opportunitse..."

Jeff Remington Penn State STEM Outreach

Recognized Expert

My articles have appeared in publications such as Automation World, Plant Engineering, PCB007, Robotics Tomorrow, ACTE Techniques, Industrial Machinery Digest, and many more

Government Contracts

Investment VCs, big consultant firms,and government agencies have used Industrial Insights to find insights on industrial technology or workforce issues.
DUNS 144848693, CAGE 14XC8

Let's Build Your Regional Pipeline

Would you be open to a brief call to discuss how this turnkey model could work for your facility, local schools, and ESG goals?email: info@industrialinsightsllc.com