EDUCATOR DAY
Join the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) for an exclusive event designed for current professionals at educational institutions on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM ET. Show badge is required.
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JOIN AUTOMATION EXPERTS & EDUCATORS
Learn about the latest in automation education. Immerse yourself in hands-on experiences that highlight the latest technologies from leading robotics and automation companies. Catch inspiring presentations, interactive panels, and guided exhibit tours that will spark your enthusiasm for innovation in the classroom. Network with fellow educators and industry leaders, earn Continuing Educator Units (CEUs), and enjoy a complimentary lunch while you connect with like-minded professionals. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF LEARNING
Automate 2025 Educator Day
9:45 AM to 5:00 PM ET, Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan
This event is open to current professionals in not-for-profit educational institutions only. You MUST register for the free Automate Show to reserve your spot. Reservations will be accepted through Friday, May 2, 2025.
Want to exhibit in the Educator Day meeting room? Become a Table Top Exhibitor!
MEET THE 2025 EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Dr. Jeritt Williams, our Automate Educator of the Year! As an Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology at Illinois State University, Dr. Williams is transforming education with hands-on, real-world experiences. Through the Caterpillar Integrated Manufacturing Lab, he teaches robotics, PLCs, and digital twins in a way that prepares students to lead the next wave of innovation. Join us in celebrating Dr. Williams, his commitment to student success, and his lasting impact in the classroom and the industry.
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Welcome
Joseph Gemma, Engelberger Robotics Award Recipient; Advisory Board, Integrion Automation
Ritch Ramey, Director of Education, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
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Engelberger Robotics Award Recipient; Advisory Board, Integrion Automation |
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Director of Education Association for Advancing Automation (A3) |
Panel Discussion: Defining the Modern Advanced Manufacturing Pathway
Jim Devaprasad, Professor and Director of Robotics Engineering, Lake Superior State University
Brandon Hudson, Director of Workforce Development, SkillsUSA
Christelle Keefer, Director of Training and Certification, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
Glade Montgomery, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Project Lead the Way
Ted Rozier, Director Of Digital Advanced Technology & Robotics, Festo Didactic
Join industry experts as they explore the components of a contemporary advanced manufacturing pathway. This discussion will delve into the latest trends and educational strategies shaping the future of advanced manufacturing. |
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Professor and Director of Robotics Engineering Lake Superior State University |
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Director of Workforce Development SkillsUSA |
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Director of Training and Certification Association for Advancing Automation (A3) |
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Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships Project Lead the Way |
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Director Of Digital Advanced Technology & Robotics Festo Didactic |
Panel Discussion: Best Practices in Robotics Education
Corey Adams, Education Program Manager, Universal Robots
Tad Douce, Executive Director, EduEverything / The National Robotics Challenge
Daniel Lau, Professor and Director of Graduate Studies, University of Kentucky
Danny Murphy, Assistant Professor of Mechatronics, Central Virginia Community College
Andrew Spiece, Computer Science Teacher, Edlearn
Join us for an insightful panel where leading experts share effective strategies to enhance your robotics and automation classroom. This session aims to provide practical insights and innovative approaches to enrich robotics education. |
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Education Program Manager Universal Robots |
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Executive Director EduEverything / The National Robotics Challenge |
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Professor and Director of Graduate Studies University of Kentucky |
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Assistant Professor of Mechatronics Central Virginia Community College |
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Computer Science Teacher Edlearn |
Panel Discussion: Equipping the Modern Workforce for Careers in Robotics, Automation, and Smart Manufacturing
Paul Aiello, Executive Director, FANUC America Corporation
Carrie Giles, ACTE Past-President, Association for Career and Technical Education
Sarah Jones, Sr. Program Manager, Workforce Development, Robotics Education & Competition Foundation
Lisa Masciantonio, Chief Workforce Officer, The ARM Institute
Craig McAtee, Executive Director & CEO, National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers (NCATC)
Engage with leaders from the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), FANUC Robotics, the ARM Institute, and the Robotics Education Competition Foundation (RECF) as they discuss the latest advancements in robotics, automation, and smart manufacturing. This session offers a unique opportunity to explore how these developments are shaping the future workforce. |
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Executive Director FANUC America Corporation |
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ACTE Past-President Association for Career and Technical Education |
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Sr. Program Manager, Workforce Development Robotics Education & Competition Foundation |
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Chief Workforce Officer The ARM Institute |
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Executive Director & CEO National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers (NCATC) |
Educator of the Year Award
Amanda Beaton, US Education Program Manager, Siemens
Sponsored by Siemens |
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US Education Program Manager Siemens |
Closing Remarks
Joshua Ebert, Curriculum Development Manager, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
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Curriculum Development Manager Association for Advancing Automation (A3) |
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