IMA's MFG Day Celebration!
Each October, manufacturers throughout the country celebrate Manufacturing Day (MFG DAY), a movement that serves to shine a spotlight on the impact of US manufacturers. The campaign provides an inside look to the next generation of makers and creators. Manufacturers, large and small, open their doors for tours, demonstrations, and visit local schools to promote careers in the industry. Students learn about modern manufacturing, the job opportunities available, as well as hear about the outstanding pay and benefits.
IMA's 2026 Manufacturing Day Celebration luncheon is set for September 30 at the Biltwell Event Center, in Indianapolis and we can't wait to celebrate with you!
The event will include the presentation of the Indiana Manufacturers Hall of Fame Inductions to a small, select group of manufacturers honored for their long-time commitment, investment, and ongoing growth to elevate Indiana’s manufacturing sector and economy. We'll be announcing the inductees later this year so stay tuned.
The luncheon will also feature the presentation of the Indiana Manufacturing Excellence Awards, an awards program that encourages industry members to nominate their company and/or peers in special categories for their outstanding achievements. The 2026 Manufacturing Excellence Award nominations open on January 12th.
We'll be announcing our keynote speaker for the luncheon later in the year.
Please join us and consider sponsoring the event!
TIME & LOCATION
Sept. 30, 2026, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Biltwell Event Center, 950 S White river Pkwy Dr. W, Indianapolis IN 46221
AGENDA
10:30 a.m. - Networking Reception (Exhibits Open)
11:30 a.m. - Welcome Remarks from IMA Chair
11:35 a.m. - Welcome from Title Sponsor
11:40 a.m. - Lunch
11:55 a.m. - Opening Remarks from IMA CEO/President Andrew Berger
11:58 a.m. - Introduction of Keynote Speaker from Presenting Sponsor
12:00 p.m. - Keynote Address
12:35 p.m. - Presentation of Hall of Fame Inductions/Manufacturing Excellence Awards
1:30 p.m. - Adjournment
BRING YOUR TEAM!
Individual Ticket:
IMA Member: $100 / Non-member: $120
Table of 8:
IMA Member: $750 / Non-member: $900
IMA MFG DAY CELEBRATION/
MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE AWARDS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsorship Deadline: Sept 11, 2026
Presenting Sponsor - $15,000
• Pre-event promotion recognition and on-site publicity
• Name displayed on Presenting Sponsor banners
• Listing as Presenting Sponsor in program
• Reception area exhibit space
• 16 seats for the luncheon (2 tables of 8)
• Listing/Logo on IMA event webpage
• Pre-event promotion to attendees from IMA on your behalf
• One 1/2-page ad in IMA print magazine, The Indiana Manufacturer
• One ad in Indiana Manufacturers Monthly Memo
• One week of ads in the IMA Daily Update (can be placed once a week for 5 weeks if preferred)
• Event Welcome Speaker (optional)
Gold Sponsor - $10,000
• Pre-event promotion recognition and on-site publicity
• Name displayed on Gold Sponsor banners
• Listing as Gold Sponsor in program
• Reception area exhibit space
• 8 seats for the luncheon
• Listing/Logo on IMA event webpage
• Pre-event promotion to attendees from IMA on your behalf
• One 1/2-page ad in IMA print magazine, The Indiana Manufacturer
Silver Sponsor - $5,000
• Pre-event promotion recognition and on-site publicity
• Name displayed on Silver Sponsor banners
• Listing as Silver Sponsor in program
• Reception are exhibit space (or 8 additional luncheon seats)
• 8 seats for the luncheon (1 table of 8)
• One ad in IMA's monthly e-newsletter, Indiana Manufacturers' Monthly Memo
• Listing/Logo on IMA event webpage
Manufacturing Excellence Awards Sponsor - $3,000
Available award sponsorships include:
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Community Impact Award Sponsor,
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Emerging Leader Award Sponsor,
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Lifetime Achievement Award Sponsor,
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Manufacturing Talent Champion Award Sponsor,
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Outstanding Woman Leader in Manufacturing Award Sponsor,
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Safety Champion Award Sponsor
If you have an award preference, please contact Emily Darwish (edarwish@indianamfg.com) and let her know.
• Pre-event promotion recognition and on-site publicity
• Name displayed on Manufacturing Excellence Awards Sponsor banner
• Listing as Manufacturing Excellence Awards Sponsor in program
• 8 seats for the luncheon
• Listing/Logo on IMA event webpage
• Introduction of the category for which you are sponsoring
Bronze Sponsor - $2,000
• Pre-event promotion recognition and on-site publicity
• Name displayed as Bronze Sponsor on banners
• Listing as Bronze Sponsor in program
• 8 seats for the luncheon (1 table of 8) with signage
• Listing/Logo on IMA event webpage
Patron Sponsor - $1,000
• Name listed in program and on event webpage
• Name displayed as Patron Sponsor on banners
• 8 seats for luncheon
Exhibitor Booth at Networking Reception Prior to Luncheon: $750
• Showcase your products and services in the exhibit hall
• 2 seats for luncheon
• 6 ft exhibit table with skirting and 2 chairs
* Additional fees may apply for electricity
NOTE: Sponsorship registration and associated materials must be submitted by the Sept. 11th deadline for inclusion in the promotional materials.
2026 MFG DAY Celebration Sponsors
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Excellence Awards Sponsors
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Manufacturing Talent Champion
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Past Hall of Fame Inductees
2016 Inductees
AES Indiana
Allison Payment Systems, LLC
AM General Corporation (Primary)
BP Whiting Business Unit (Primary)
Capital Machine Co., Inc.
Citizens Energy Group
Cleveland Cliffs Inc. (Primary)
Dana Fairfield Incorporated
Draper, Inc.
Ford Meter Box Company, Inc., The
Goshen Stamping LLC
Hammond Group, Inc.
Hammond Machine Works, Inc.
Ingredion
Kipp Brothers
Lilly Eli and Company
PQ Corporation, The
2020 Inductees
Duke Energy Indiana, LLC (Primary)
Ford Motor Company (Primary)
FRATCO, Inc.
Glas-Col, LLC (Primary)
Indiana Michigan Power (Primary)
MPI Corporation (Primary)
Muncie Power Products Inc.
Vibromatic Company, Inc.
Winamac Coil Spring Incorporated
2021 Inductees
Elliott Company of Indianapolis
IDI Composites International
Northern Indiana Public Service Co. (Primary)
Peerless Machine & Tool Corporation
R & R Engineering Company, Inc.
2017 Inductees
Batesville
Clabber Girl Corporation
Green & Company LLC, Thomas L., Div of Reading Bakery
Hill-Rom Company, Inc. (Primary)
Jessen Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Michigan City Paper Box Company
Mid-West Metal Products Co., Inc.
Myers Spring Company Inc.
Pfau's Sons Co., Inc., Geo.
Zimmer Biomet (Primary)
2022 Inductees
Arcwood Environmental
Boyer Machine & Tool Company, Inc.
Caterpillar Inc. (Primary)
Functional Devices, Inc.
Konrady Plastics, Inc.
Munster Steel Company Inc.
My-te Products Inc.
Stone City Products, Inc.
2018 Inductees
2023 Inductees
Alcoa Corporation
ALM/Great States Corporation (Primary)
Bloomfield Manufacturing Co., Inc.
CenterPoint Energy (Primary)
Gould Company, Inc., J. D.
Grote Industries, Inc.
International Paper Company (Primary)
Jasper Engine & Transmissions
Kennedy Tank & Mfg. Co., Inc.
Rochester Metal Products Corp.
Steel Tank & Fabricating Corp.
Wabash MPI
ARaymond Manufacturing Center NA, Inc.
Atlas Foundry Company, Inc.
BCI Solutions, Inc.
Brehob Corporation
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products
Haynes International, Inc.
Indiana Carton Company Inc.
Nucor Steel (Primary)
Overton & Sons Tool & Die Co., Inc. (Primary)
Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc.
2024 Inductees
2019 Inductees
Aero Industries Incorporated
Indiana Oxygen Company
Indiana Steel & Engineering Co.
Kimball International, Inc.
New York Blower Company (Primary)
Plymouth Foundry Inc.
United States Steel Corporation (Subsidiary)
Carman Industries, Inc.
Charleston Metal Products, Inc.
East Chic. Mach. Tool/Balemaster
General Motors Company (Primary)
Hiler Industries (Primary)
U.S. Granules Corporation
2025 Inductees
Dart Controls
Grain Millers
Stele Dynamics, Inc.