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Nov. 2-4, 2023
Ritz-Carlton Bacara | Santa Barbara, California

Burns & McDonnell is thrilled to announce CONVERGE — an exclusive, invitation-only event to network with fellow manufacturing executives.

CONVERGE offers a platform for attendees, speakers and thought leaders to engage, collaborate and grow on the latest trends and insights regarding prevailing industry challenges.

Friday, Sept. 29

Registration

4-6 p.m.

Registration will be held in the Garden Suite

Saturday, Sept. 30

Guided Bike Tour

Enjoy a leisurely bike tour through the town of Chatham led by a professional guide. Making stops along the way, the guide will provide fun facts, photos and lasting memories of the quaint village. Possible points of interest you may see along the tour include Oyster Pond, Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, Stage Harbor, Main Street and the Chatham Lighthouse.

Attire: Comfortable clothes and footwear are recommended.

Duration: approximately 2 hours.

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Provincetown Dune Tour

Take a tour that explores the hidden treasures of the Cape! Enjoy lunch on the scenic ride to Provincetown, followed by a private tour of the extraordinary Provincetown dunes. Learn about the efforts of conservationists and the National Seashore Park Service to stabilize the ecosystem. You will also have some free time to shop or explore Provincetown.

(Note: This excursion is also available on Sunday.)

Duration: approximately 6 hours.

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Oyster Farm Tour and Tasting

Enjoy a quintessential Chatham experience all about oysters. Upon arrival at the oyster farm, half of the group at a time will embark on a scenic voyage via oyster barge upriver to the Oyster Pond, where the nursery and final grow-out lease are located. While onshore, you will have an oyster tasting experience overlooking the river.

Attire: A light jacket and flat shoes (no heels) are recommended, as you will be outdoors and on the water.

(Note: This excursion is also available on Sunday.)

Duration: approximately 3 hours.

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Whale Watching

Encounter the majestic wildlife of Cape Cod Bay with an unforgettable whale watching experience. Our vessel will explore the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, a seasonal home to humpback, finback and minke whales and several dolphin species. The waters around Cape Cod consistently rank among the world’s top 10 whale watching destinations.

Attire: A light jacket is recommended.

Duration: approximately 6 hours.

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Reception and Dinner at Wychmere Beach Club

Attire: Dressy casual.

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Sunday, Oct. 1

Provincetown Dune Tour

Take a tour that explores the hidden treasures of the Cape! Enjoy lunch on the scenic ride to Provincetown, followed by a private tour of the extraordinary Provincetown dunes. Learn about the efforts of conservationists and the National Seashore Park Service to stabilize the ecosystem. You will also have some free time to shop or explore Provincetown.

(Note: This excursion is also available on Saturday.)

Duration: approximately 6 hours.

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Oyster Farm Tour and Tasting

Enjoy a quintessential Chatham experience all about oysters. Upon arrival at the oyster farm, half of the group at a time will embark on a scenic voyage via oyster barge upriver to the Oyster Pond, where the nursery and final grow-out lease are located. While onshore, you will have an oyster tasting experience overlooking the river.

Attire: A light jacket and flat shoes (no heels) are recommended, as you will be outdoors and on the water.

(Note: This excursion is also available on Saturday.)

Duration: approximately 3 hours.

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Brewery Tour

Partake in a New England brewery experience that is light, casual, and full of fun and facts. Take private tours of Hog Island Beer Co. in small groups while others enjoy the games the brewery has on hand, including giant Jenga and pingpong. Following the tour, a brewmaster will be available to guide you through a six-beer tasting flight. Once you find a beer you particularly enjoy, you can order a pint while enjoying lunch, mixing and mingling at the brewery.

Duration: approximately 4 hours.

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The Great Chatham Hunt

Team up to experience Chatham for the afternoon as you are challenged to complete a list of fun missions and challenges in 120 minutes. Teams will use iPads to complete the challenges of finding locations, deciphering clues, answering trivia, searching for items, performing stunts, and photographing or videorecording activities. The event facilitator uses an app to monitor all teams’ submitted content to track scoring during this fun and memorable event.

Attire: Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Duration: approximately 3 hours.

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Reception and Dinner at Stars at the Chatham Bars Inn

Attire: Dressy casual.

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Monday, Oct. 2

Best Practices Forum
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Please see Agenda below

Guest Breakfast

Details to come

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Reception and Dinner at Beach House Grill at the Chatham Bars Inn

Details to come

Attire: Dressy casual.

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Tuesday, Oct. 3

Best Practices Forum continues

9 a.m.-noon
Please see forum agenda below.

Event Speakers

Nicholas Bloom

Nicholas Bloom

William Eberle Professor of Economics, Stanford University

Amy Lestition Burke

Amy Lestition Burke

Vice President, Industry Solutions, Consumer Brands Association

Camille Ford

Camille Ford

Principal Consultant, JMJ Associates

Tom Koulopoulos

Tom Koulopoulos

Chairman and Founder, Delphi Group; Professor, Harvard University

Jon McGraw

Jon McGraw

Co-Founder and Partner, Vision Pursue

(Former NFL Defensive Back)

Jennifer McKeon

Jennifer McKeon

Senior Vice President of North America, JMJ Associates

Nitin Natarajan

Nitin Natarajan

Deputy Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Tony Puri

Tony Puri

Executive Vice President of Strategic Capital Investments, Schwan’s Company

Tim Purtell

Tim Purtell

Former Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Business Transformation, PepsiCo Americas Foods (Frito-Lay/Quaker Oats)

Dr. Paul Stockton

Dr. Paul Stockton

Former Assistant Secretary of Defense, Department of Homeland Security

Agenda

Thursday, Nov. 2

Attendees Arrive at Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Check-in begins on-site at 2 p.m.

5 p.m. | Opening Reception and Dinner



Friday, Nov. 3

7:30 a.m. | Breakfast and Networking

8 a.m. | Welcome and Program Overview

Jon Wright, Vice President, Burns & McDonnell

8:15 a.m. | Keynote Speaker

Tim Purtell, Former Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Business Transformation at PepsiCo Americas Foods (Frito-Lay/Quaker Oats)

9:15 a.m. | Forecasting Economics and Workforce Outlook

Nicholas Bloom, William Eberle Professor of Economics, Stanford University

10:45 a.m. | Break

11 a.m. | Industrial Cybersecurity and Resiliency

Dr. Paul Stockton, Former Assistant Secretary of Defense, Department of Homeland Security
Nitin Natarajan, Deputy Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Moderator: Victor Atkins, Director and Executive Advisor for Industrial Cybersecurity, 1898 & Co.

Noon | Lunch & Networking

1 p.m. | Overcoming Supply Chain Disruption with Mitigation Strategies

Further session details to come

2 p.m. | Value of Partnerships for Strategic Growth

Tony Puri, Executive Vice President of Strategic Capital Investments, Schwan’s Company

3 p.m. | Day One Closing Remarks

5 p.m. | Dinner



Saturday, Nov. 4

7:30 a.m. | Breakfast and Networking

8 a.m. | Digitalization and AI in Manufacturing

Tom Koulopoulos, Chairman and Founder, Delphi Group; Professor, Harvard University

9 a.m. | Beyond Hard Hats: Safety Initiatives Nurturing Psychological Well-Being in the Workplace

Jennifer McKeon, Senior Vice President of North America, JMJ Associates

Camille Ford, Principal Consultant, JMJ Associates

10 a.m. | Break

10:15 a.m. | Centering Mindfulness and Wellbeing

Jon McGraw, Co-Founder and Partner, Vision Pursue; Former NFL Defensive Back

11:30 a.m. | Brunch and Event Conclusion

Afternoon | Continued Networking and Group Activities | OPTIONAL



Timely Topics

Weather and Natural Disaster Resiliency

Apolloware Technology Solution

Autonomous Vehicles

The U.S. Offshore Wind Market State of the Union, Implications and Impact

Energy Regulatory Policy Outlook

Utility Networks and Communications

Join the Conversation

In addition to our great speakers, join national leaders in power delivery to study the challenges, successful strategies and best practices in the T&D market. Past participants have included executives and other leaders from a range of industry titans.

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Nestled on 78 acres along the Pacific Coast, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a five-star experience that is enhanced by the surrounding natural beauty and a temperate climate. Enjoy the serenity of two pristine beaches or bask in the sun at three infinity-edge pools. Savor locally sourced cuisine and relax in elegantly arranged suites. 


GETTING THERE

Direct flights to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) are available from the San Francisco (SFO), Denver (DEN), Las Angeles (LAX), Las Vegas (LAS), Phoenix (PHX), Dallas (DFW), Sacramento (SMF), Oakland (OAK), Portland (PDX) and Seattle (SEA) airports.

Drive time from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the venue is approximately two hours.

 

ATTENDEE FEES

  • All travel expenses (flight, car rental and associated fees).
  • Hotel room rate of $214 per night (to be paid at checkout).
  • Event participation fee of $75 per participant (to be paid at checkout).

Note: Event-related meals are included.

 

ATTIRE

Recommended attire for general sessions is business casual and smart casual for dinners.


REGISTRATION

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Questions?

Bri Savidge
Business Development Strategist
Burns & McDonnell
P: 816-286-3553
converge@burnsmcd.com