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The countdown is on! We have just the weekend left until the Wisconsin Digital Symposium on June 1, and registration is still open.

As we get closer to the event, we’re spotlighting a few of the experiences attendees can look forward to.

Fourth up: The extras.

The Wisconsin Digital Symposium offers more than a full day of insights and discussion. Attendees can also look forward to unique extras that make the experience even more engaging, memorable, and valuable.

We’re excited to collaborate with our campus partner, the Grainger Institute for Engineering, to welcome back Boston Dynamics’ quadruped robots. Attendees will have the opportunity to see and interact with the robots and learn how this technology is helping shape the future of manufacturing and digital integration.

Live graphic recording, a signature element of UWEBC events, will capture key ideas from the program in real time through visual storytelling. This year’s recording will be brought to life by Sherrill Knezel, whose work helps turn complex conversations into clear, engaging visuals that attendees can revisit and share.

From 2:00–3:00 p.m., attendees will have dedicated executive networking time to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and continue the conversations sparked throughout the symposium.

Finally, every registered attendee will receive a complimentary copy of Phil’s book, Irresistible Change, extending the learning beyond the event.

Register now to make the most of the Wisconsin Digital Symposium:
https://uwebc.wisc.edu/wisconsin-digital-symposium/

The countdown is on! We’re now just 4 days away from the Wisconsin Digital Symposium on June 1, and registration is still open.

As we approach the event, we’re spotlighting a few of the experiences attendees can look forward to.

Third up: sponsor-led case studies.

This year, attendees will have the opportunity to join three sponsor-led sessions designed to go beyond the traditional pitch. Each session will offer practical insights, real-world applications, and ideas organizations can use to strengthen their digital transformation efforts.

Featured case studies include:

ThoughtFocus
Less AI Theater. More AI Labor.
A practical discussion on moving from AI activity to AI outcomes, including the role of data, labor, operating models, AI SDLC, and measurable enterprise capacity.

YASH Technologies
AI FinOps and the Threat of Agent Chaos
Presented by Ashish Maheshwari, Vice President – Global Alliances, YASH Technologies.

TCS
Future-Proofing the Flow: Achieving AI-Led Supply Chain Resilience
A panel discussion exploring how AI is enabling real-time visibility, predictive decision-making, intelligent automation, and more resilient supply chains.

Register now to make the most of these practical studies: https://uwebc.wisc.edu/wisconsin-digital-symposium/

The countdown is on! We’re now just 5 days away from the Wisconsin Digital Symposium on June 1, and registration is still open.

Over the days leading up to the symposium, we’ll be spotlighting some of the unique experiences and insights attendees can look forward to as they explore new ways to strengthen digital transformation efforts within their organizations.

Second up: Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit

Digital Symposium attendees can attend the Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit the next day at no extra cost. This energizing summit brings together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to explore emerging technologies, new frontiers in manufacturing, and Wisconsin’s role in shaping the industry’s future.

The summit will feature keynote speakers from UWEBC member companies, including Artie Starr, CEO of Harley-Davidson, and Bob Buttermore, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Rockwell Automation. Their conversations will highlight the importance of manufacturing in the United States, focusing on automation, AI, workforce development, innovation, and the opportunities ahead for Wisconsin.

Together, these co-located events create a seamless two-day experience focused on the intersection of digital strategy and manufacturing excellence, offering attendees valuable insights, connections, and cross-industry collaboration.

Register now to make the most of both events: https://uwebc.wisc.edu/wisconsin-digital-symposium/

The countdown is on! We’re just 6 days away from the Wisconsin Digital Symposium on June 1, and registration is still open.

Over the next six days, we’ll be spotlighting some of the unique experiences and insights attendees can look forward to as they explore new ways to strengthen digital transformation efforts within their organizations.

First up: our keynote speakers.

Phil Gilbert brings decades of experience helping organizations operationalize digital capabilities and drive meaningful transformation. Through his leadership at IBM and his Irresistible Change™ model, Phil offers a powerful perspective on earning buy-in, building adaptable cultures, and leading change that lasts.

Áine Denari, Executive Vice President and President of Navico Group and Chief Technology Officer at Brunswick Corporation, brings deep expertise in engineering, strategy, and global technology transformation. Her work shaping the future of intelligent marine technology reflects a practical, customer-focused approach to scaling innovation across complex organizations.

Join us in Green Bay on June 1 for the Wisconsin Digital Symposium, then stay connected for complimentary access to the Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit the next day.

Register now to make the most of both events: https://uwebc.wisc.edu/wisconsin-digital-symposium/

Transformational change is never easy, especially at a time when multiple technologies are reaching critical inflection points at once. As Scott Graf noted, one of the greatest challenges organizations face is balancing strong leadership, a clear vision, and institutional knowledge with the need to keep pace with rapid technological advancement. Jon Hobgood reinforced that idea, emphasizing the importance of cutting through the noise to focus on what truly matters: which tools are delivering real-world results, which core business challenges need to be addressed, and where the highest-impact opportunities exist.

As Jenny Patzlaff shared, UWEBC’s Wisconsin Digital Symposium on June 1 and Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit on June 2 will build on these themes by bringing industry leaders together to share practical insights and proven approaches. Through keynote presentations, UW–Madison Research Lightning Talks, executive panels, and real-world manufacturing examples, both events are designed to help organizations move from insight to action and drive meaningful, sustainable change.

While digital change can be difficult, the risk of becoming irrelevant is far greater.

Registration is open now:
👉 https://uwebc.wisc.edu/wisconsin-digital-symposium/

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