EVENT AGENDA
Monday, April 26
7:00 AM - Golf Tournament

The 2026 golf tournament will be held at Gaylord Springs Golf Links. They have consistently been recognized among the best courses you can play in Tennessee. Carved from the banks of the meandering Cumberland River, the Scottish links-style, par-72 layout offers 18 holes bordered by limestone bluffs and wetlands. With challenges around every fairway bend, Gaylord Springs forces you to think and react, creating a satisfying finish every time a flag is pulled from the cup. From tee to green, no matter your skill level, you’ll be inspired by the beauty that surrounds you. Click here for full tournament details.
| Tournament Sponsor Hawk Measurement America ![]() |
Prize Sponsor Miller Energy, Inc. |
Range Sponsor Heartland Controls |
Time TBD - Pickleball Tournament
Time TBD - Group Run
1:00 PM - Leadership Program Kick-Off
3:00 - 5:00 PM - Registration and Information | Showcase Exhibit
Be sure to visit the member showcase exhibits in the Symphony Ballroom foyer.
Sponsored by Interlynx Systems

6:00 - 7:30 PM - Welcome Reception
Welcome to Nashville! Reconnect with old friends and colleagues and make a few new ones during the reception.
Dinner is open after the welcome reception. The Loews is conveniently located across from Vanderbilt University and just minutes from Broadway, this midtown hotel offers easy access to the heart of Nashville. CLICK HERE to explore all the Food+Drinks!
Sponsored by VEGA Americas Inc.

Tuesday, April 27
7:00 - 8:00 AM - Networking Buffet Breakfast
Enjoy a buffet breakfast and networking before the meeting kick-off!
8:00 AM - Welcome | MCAA Overview

Mike Lueck, President, Mid-West, and the 2026 MCAA Chairman of the Board, along with Teresa Sebring, MCAA President, will present the MCAA Leadership Group Graduates and open the Industry Forum.
8:30 AM - No Limits - Unleashing Breakthrough Performance
Mike Abrashoff
Founder
Aegis Performance Group
Session Description Here
Sponsored by WIKA USA

10:00 AM - Networking Break
Take a break. Use this time to recharge, network with fellow attendees and catch up in the office. You can also visit the Showcase exhibitors.
Sponsored by alliantgroup

12:00 PM - Networking Buffet Lunch
Buffet lunch will be served with open seating.
1:15 PM - Peer Exchange Roundtable - Track A - Choose 1

As the global energy landscape rapidly evolves, emerging markets are becoming the epicenter of growth across power generation, nuclear development, LNG expansion, and data center infrastructure. This session explores where the next wave of demand is rising, how technology and policy are shaping investment opportunities, areas of risk that may develop, and what strategies companies must adopt to compete in these dynamic regions/sectors. Join our newest partners from Armada Corporate Intelligence to gain insights into the forces fueling energy demand and the partnerships redefining the global energy future.
2:00 PM - Room Change
2:15 PM - Peer Exchange Roundtable - Track B - Choose 1
Salesmanship Best Practices - 7 ways to connect with customers - Jeremy Lovell & Chris Lillly

Integrating Marketing & Sales - Kattie, Andy & Mathilde

Onboarding new sales & application engineers new to industry - Prasad

3:00 PM - Networking Break
Take a break. Use this time to recharge, network with fellow attendees and catch up in the office. You can also visit the Showcase exhibitors.
Sponsored by alliantgroup

3:30 PM - Geopolitical Update
Alex Chausovky
President & CEO
3DM Consulting
Session Description Here
5:00 - 6:30 PM - Happy Hour Reception
Time to celebrate a great first day with hors d'oeuvres and beverages.
Sponsored by Relevant Industrial, LLC

Wednesday, April 28
7:00 - 8:00 AM - Networking & Buffet Breakfast
Start off day 2 with buffet breakfast.
8:00 AM - Welcome Back
Lisa Jones
CEO and Managing Director
Trafag Inc.
The 2026 Planning Committee Chairman will kick off day two with opening comments and announcements.
8:00 AM - Smart Plant: Aligning AI, Automation, and People
Lisa Ryan
Founder
Grategy
Session Description Here
9:00 AM - Networking Break & Hotel Checkout
Use this short break to check-out of your hotel room.
9:30 AM - Endless Customers: A Proven System to Become the Most Known and Trusted Brand in your Market with Humans and AI
Marcus Sheridan
10:30 AM - Networking Break & Hotel Checkout
Use this short break to check-out of your hotel room.
11:45 AM - Industrial Economic Market Update

Session Description Here
1:00 PM - Closing Remarks and Adjournment

Mike Lueck, President, Mid-West Instrument & 2026 MCAA Chairman will adjourn the meeting.

