DeKalb Manufacturers' Summit 2026

Manufacturing is evolving fast. Tariffs, energy costs, artificial intelligence, workforce needs and new investment are reshaping how manufacturers operate, compete and grow.

Join the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Georgia Tech Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) and the Georgia Association of Manufacturers (GAM), for the 2026 DeKalb Manufacturers’ Summit — a morning of industry insights, practical conversations and valuable connections focused on building the future of manufacturing in DeKalb.

Manufacturers: Use code "DEKALBMFG25" to receive $25 off your registration.

What’s on the agenda?

Why DeKalb? Manufacturing Growth, Investment, and Opportunity
Explore new manufacturing investment, infrastructure and logistics advantages, workforce resources and public-private partnerships driving opportunity in DeKalb.

Powering Manufacturing: Energy Trends, Costs & What’s Ahead
Hear from Kevin Greiner, President & CEO of Gas South, on the energy trends and costs manufacturers need to be watching.

Keynote: Navigating Tariffs: The Impact on Manufacturing & Supply Chains
David Zaiken, Tax Director of Consulting at WebsterRogers, LLP, with significant experience in cross border transactions and integrated planning for tariffs and tax, will break down the changing tariff landscape and what it means for manufacturers and their supply chains.

Beyond the Buzz: AI in Manufacturing
Move beyond the AI hype and explore practical applications for manufacturers — from identifying the right opportunities and starting small to leveraging data and measuring ROI.

And the conversation doesn’t end with the program. Attendees can continue connecting during a Networking Lunch, followed by a tour of the Distillery of Modern Art and Bank of America Sponsor Reception.

Whether you’re a manufacturer, supplier, business leader or partner supporting the manufacturing industry, this is an opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain actionable insights and discover what’s ahead for manufacturing in DeKalb.