HOTEL BLOCK CLOSES MARCH 31!
Join AGMA and ABMA for this Member-exclusive event
“Our industry is at a major inflection point with technology, geopolitical changes and competitive pressures (and opportunities). There is no better forum to meet with players in this market to learn and network.”
“Join us at this historic Annual Meeting.”
John Perrotti
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Gleason Corporation
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The 2025 AGMA/ABMA Annual Meeting will feed off the energy of Austin—giving attendees a dynamic experience in the meeting rooms and out-and-about. Check out the agenda and list of speakers below!
Join gear and bearing executives from companies all over the world Join gear and bearing professionals from companies all over the world as the industry gathers to learn from experts in economics, trade, workforce development, political forecasts, and AI in manufacturing.
There are overarching issues affecting the whole industry, including the workforce shortage, the skills gap, and technology and AI adoption. With executives representing companies of all sizes and industry thought leaders, the depth and breadth of knowledge and viewpoints at the Annual Meeting is a goldmine.
Top 5 Reasons to Attend
| 1. Educational Opportunities Connect with presenters, association leaders, and sponsors, for the opportunity to ask questions, follow the latest innovations, and gain varying perspectives. 2. Learn From Your Competition Collaborate with other industry leaders to discuss best practices and share ideas about overcoming common challenges. 3. Inspiration and creativity A change of scenery and meeting new people opens the door to strategic relationships and gives you the time to develop creative ideas and innovations. 4. Strengthened interpersonal bonds Meeting colleagues and customers in person creates genuine connections and fosters lasting relationships. 5. Have some fun! It wouldn’t be an Annual Meeting without fantastic and fun curated networking events, dinners, and immersive activities “deep in the heart” of Austin. |
Hotel Information
Hilton Austin
500 East 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
Discounted room rates at the Hotel Austin are available for $309 per night. The special rate is available until 3/31/2025. Book your room in the AGMA Block.
By booking in the AGMA room block, you receive a variety of benefits, including guaranteed accommodations, better networking opportunities with your peers, special guest status at the host hotel, and flexible cancellation terms if your plans change. AGMA advises against booking hotel rooms through third party booking sites such as Hotels.com, as there may be hidden fees, limited flexibility, and fewer rewards. AGMA does not work with a housing company and only AGMA Staff will reach out to you with details regarding the room block; any other companies that reach out to you regarding room reservations may be fraudulent and are not endorsed by AGMA. If you need assistance with your accommodations or have issues with the booking link provided by AGMA, please contact events@agma.org.
Become an Annual Meeting Sponsor!
Get your company’s brand and services in front of the industry’s top executives by securing your sponsorship today. Sponsorship opportunities have been split into four packages:
- Platinum
- Gold
- Silver
- Bronze
If you have any questions regarding sponsoring the Annual Meeting, email brinkley@agma.org
Registration Rates
Rates
1st Member Registrant
(Standard*/Late)
$1,625/$1,725
Additional Registrant
(Standard*/Late)
$1,525/$1,625
Spouse or
Companion Pass
(Standard*/Late)
*Rates increase on 4/1/25.
$800/$850
Discount Codes
Discount codes cannot be combined with other discount codes.
20FirstAM25
Save $125
For individuals attending for the first time.
20NextGen25
Save $150
For future leaders, ages 40 or below, who are individuals attending for the first time.
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Save the date for future Annual Meetings!
April 23-25, 2026
Sunseeker Resort
Charlotte Harbor, FL
April 13-15, 2027
Ritz Carlton New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
Event Schedule
- Wednesday, April 23
- Thursday, April 24
- Friday, April 25
- Saturday, April 26
3:30pm – 5:00pm
AGMA Foundation Board of Trustees Meeting
Meeting Room 404
Invitation Only.
6:30pm – 9:00pm
Combined ABMA Board, AGMA Board, and AGMA Foundation Dinner
The Reverbery
Invitation only.
Speakers
- Betsy Allen-Manning
- Jake Hall
- Laurie Harbour
- Julie Holmes
- Kaihan Krippendorff
- Jim Meil
Kaihan Krippendorff
CEO
Outthinker
Kaihan Krippendorff is a renowned business management thinker and the CEO of Outthinker, a global think-tank and network of chief strategy and innovation executives shaping the future of business. Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has said, “Kaihan shows that with a compelling idea anyone can change the world” and that message has made Kaihan one of the most sought-after business speakers in the world.
A former McKinsey consultant, Kaihan is recognized by Global Gurus and Thinkers50 as one of the top 30 thinkers in business. His work has helped organizations generate breakthrough ideas that have generated over $2.5 billion in new revenue growth to date, for organizations in technology, industrial manufacturing, consumer goods, financial services, and technology industries. His clients include a long list of mid-market companies as well as some of the worlds most recognizable names including Daikin, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, United Technologies, and Oshkosh.
Kaihan is the host of the Outthinkers and the Strategy at Scale podcasts. A prolific writer, Kaihan’s ideas are frequently published in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and other leading media outlets. He has published six books, including bestsellers “Outthink the Competition” and “Driving Innovation from Within.” His most recent book, “Proximity” was named a “Must-Read” by Adam Grant and Malcolm Gladwell’s Next Big Idea Club.
Despite his busy schedule, he finds time to teach at Wharton Executive Ed, Florida International University, and New York University; and share his ideas as a guest in podcast, print, and TV interviews.
He holds a doctorate in strategy and has degrees from the University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering, Wharton, Columbia Business School, and London Business School. With a mother from Bangladesh, father from Germany, and wife from Latin America, Kaihan is a global citizen who brings a holistic, diverse, and worldly perspective to everything he does. He is a passionate cook and lives in Miami, Florida, with his wife, three kids, two cats, and a dog.
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
AGMA’S ON-SITE SAFETY PROTOCOLS
In order to keep attendees safe, AGMA will be complying with COVID-19 safety guidelines and local regulations in all event spaces. Each participant will also be required to sign the AGMA Student Commitment to Safety Agreement.
If you have any questions regarding these protocols, please email events@agma.org
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