First Coast Manufacturers Association 3rd Annual Summit To Begin October 7 In St. Augustine

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Oct. 5, 2015 - PRLog -- Highlighted by keynote speakers Dr. Douglas Holtz-Eakin, president of the American Action Forum, and motivational speaker Pegine Echevarria, the third annual First Coast Manufacturers Association (FCMA) Summit will begin on October 7 and continue to October 9 at the Casa Monica Hotel in St. Augustine, Florida.

Each year, FCMA gathers various speakers to discuss issues that include topics involving best business practices, lean manufacturing principles, ISO certifications, import/export issues, engaging tomorrow’s workforce, healthcare updates and political activities.

Activities begin on October 7 with the Excellence in Manufacturing Awards that night, where area manufacturers are recognized for outstanding performance over the year. A strategic planning session and then speakers and discussion groups will continue on the 8^th and 9^th. In addition to the speakers and discussion groups, there will be trade exhibits and networking opportunities.

The Summit, which has been called “the meeting of manufacturing minds,” is a sellout this year. “This is a very unique event for manufacturers in North Florida,” reported Blair Wygle, chairman of the 2015 Summit committee. “We have established a setting that brings value to the manufacturing community that is not available anywhere else. As a result, it is getting more popular every year.”

For more information on the 2015 Summit, go to fcmaweb.com.

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