MADE IN IOWA: 2026 MANUFACTURING FORECAST
The stories of adaptation in Iowa manufacturing
Thursday, Aug. 6 | Noon - 1 pm | virtual event
As Iowa manufacturers confront evolving economic dynamics and technological growth, a successful future relies on adaptation in all aspects of the organization. A focus on reinvention and being proactive across workforce, automation and succession strategies are key to keeping pace with the industry. This year’s Manufacturing Forecast will feature conversations with leaders in three of Iowa’s largest manufacturing sectors. We’ll ask them to share their stories of adaptation and the results and lessons from those efforts, and we’ll look ahead at expectations for the manufacturing economy in the next year.
Panelists:
Daniel Doderer, economist and senior consultant, ITR Economics
Brad Jungling, vice president of operations, LDJ Manufacturing Inc.
Lori Mason, president, Seneca Foundry Co.
Ton Stam, co-founder, Chocolaterie Stam