When the largest manufacturing and supply chain expo of 2020, MODEX, opens on March 9 it will include over 950 exhibits from leading solution providers and a comprehensive Educational Conference of over 150 sessions focusing on best-in-class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. MODEX 2020 exhibits will represent all segments of the material handling, logistics and transportation industry, from traditional, manual equipment to computerized, automated systems and smart, connected supply chain technologies.

The MODEX Conference will include four keynotes and new theaters on the Internet of Things, emerging technology and transportation and logistics solutions. The Conference features over 150 show floor educational seminars covering leading trends, best practices and state-of-the-art equipment and technology solutions that can make manufacturing and the entire supply chain work more efficiently and profitably.

“MHI has expanded the educational and networking offerings at MODEX 2020 to provide attendees with the best possible show experience and to connect them with the information and tools they need to tackle the challenges and opportunities of today’s business environment,” said George Prest, CEO of MHI. “MODEX brings the industry together to showcase the latest solutions for future manufacturing and supply chain challenges.” 

March 9 Keynote: A Conversation with Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley, former US Ambassador to the United Nations and former Governor of South Carolina.

March 10 Keynote: The Neurogeneration – The Future is Closer Than You Think

Tan Le, Founder and CEO of EMOTIV

March 11 Keynote Panel: Preview of MHI 2020 Annual Industry Report

George W. Prest, CEO, MHI and Thomas Boykin, Supply Chain Specialist Leader, Deloitte Consulting LLP 

March 11 Keynote: A Conversation with Peyton and Archie Manning

Archie Manning, All-American Quarterback and NFL Icon and Peyton Manning, Super Bowl-Winning Quarterback & NFL MVP

March 11: MHI Industry Night with Hasan Minhaj

MODEX will feature an evening of music, food, drinks and entertainment by comedian Hasan Minhaj on Wednesday, March 11. Tickets to this event are $50 and include beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. The door prize for this event will be a trip of a lifetime vacation. Trip Value: $30,000. See official rules. 

Women in the Supply Chain Industry Forum on March 9 at MODEX

MHI has partnered with Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association to bring an afternoon of discussion, education and networking for women in our industry. 

MHI Young Professionals Network Reception on March 9 at MODEX

MODEX is the largest manufacturing and supply chain expo held in North America and South America. The event will be held March 9-12, 2020 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center.