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Latest Updates
We've reached ProMat's third day, and this year's show is really reaching its' stride! There's a lot in store. First up: a keynote with Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, who will share powerful insights on achieving excellence. Then, at 1 PM, come to a keynote and hear findings from the 2025 MHI Annual Industry Report, presented by MHI’s John Paxton and Deloitte’s Wanda Johnson, to get a clear picture of the supply chain industry's future. Attend informative on-floor seminars on an array of topics and visit any of the 1,200 exhibitors on the show floor - and as it's also Student Day, welcome the newest generation of visiting students. This evening, attend Industry Night, hosted by Jay Pharoah, and find out who won this year's MHI Innovation Award in four categories. There's so much to see and do - make sure you take advantage of every opportunity. Make it a great day!
  
Don't miss the recap video from the second day of ProMat 2025! This year's ProMat has all the tech, connections and education you need - and we caught it all on video! Highlights include interviews with exhibitors, keynote recaps and much more. Click here to watch the video.
Attendee registration hours: If you pre-registered for ProMat 2025, you should have received your registration confirmation email when you registered. Bring it to a registration kiosk when you arrive at McCormick Place. There are pre-registered badge pick up counters located in registration in the South Building room S102; in the Lakeside Building in the lobby of level 2; and in the North Hall lobby on level 3. If you did not pre-register, you can still register to attend at no cost. Proceed to one of the main registration counters in South Building, Level 1, Room S102 or Lakeside Building, Level 2 lobby. There is also a smaller registration area in the North Hall lobby on level 3. Lost badges may be replaced at Main registration. 
Conference News
Azeem Azhar's keynote on Tuesday morning shed light on the transformative power of AI and robotics for the supply chain industry. Azhar, considered one of the world’s most influential thinkers on the impact of technology on humanity, is the founder of the 'Exponential View' newsletter and podcast, and is also a researcher, investor and entrepreneur.
Azhar began by acknowledging the challenging years supply chain industries have faced, with disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain bottlenecks like the incident in the Suez Canal, and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Despite these challenges, the emergence of AI presents an opportunity for supply chains to evolve and thrive in a more complex world.
The key theme of the talk was the exponential growth in AI's capabilities, driven by advancements in machine learning and robotics. Azhar pointed out that the rapid evolution of AI systems — from simple tools to intelligent agents capable of performing complex tasks — has made AI an increasingly vital part of the business landscape. He noted that the cost of AI technology has fallen dramatically, with some systems dropping in price by up to 900-fold, making them accessible to a wide range of organizations.
On Tuesday afternoon, three companies vied to be named the 2025 Start Up Pitch Competition winner. The finalists, Cartken, Freespace Robotics and WareBee, pitched their company concepts in front of a panel of judges, and were then questioned on the specifics of their business model. The winner will be named at tomorrow's Industry Night.
Keynotes, Sessions & Seminars
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 9 AM
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 1 PM Be the first to have access to the new 2025 MHI Annual Industry Report and hear findings about the supply chain trends and digital technologies that are transforming supply chains. Wanda Johnson of Deloitte will join MHI CEO John Paxton in presenting the findings. They will be joined by a panel of manufacturing and supply chain thought leaders to discuss the report's real-world significance. Panelists:
8 AM - 4 PM, Vista Ballroom S406 MHI is excited to present an interactive day where students can connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge technologies and discover exciting career paths. Click here to learn more.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 4:30 PM - 7 PM Join us for food, drinks and entertainment by comedian Jay Pharoah. Tickets are $50 and include beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Pharoah is an actor and stand-up comedian. With six seasons as a cast member of NBC's Saturday Night Live, Pharoah is best known for his wide array of uncanny celebrity impressions. Please note: This event is sold out. 
Best of ProMat Daily
On Tuesday afternoon, attendees enjoyed a happy hour in the Start Up area, immediately following the Start Up Pitch Competition.
Daily Schedule
EXPO HOURS: Lakeside Hall: 9 AM – 5 PM, North Hall/South Hall: 10 AM – 5 PM KEYNOTES AND EVENTS: STUDENT DAY AT PROMAT 2025 KEYNOTE: FROM PRIME TIME TO COACH PRIME: A CONVERSATION WITH DEION SANDERS KEYNOTE: 2025 MHI ANNUAL INDUSTRY REPORT KEYNOTE PANEL MHI INDUSTRY NIGHT WITH JAY PHAROAH ON-FLOOR EDUCATION SEMINARS: Starting at 10:30 AM Click here to view the full list of Wednesday's educational sessions.
At tonight's MHI Industry Night, the winners of the 2025 MHI Innovation Award will be announced. The event, to be hosted by Jay Pharoah, will be held from 4:30-7 PM in the Grand Ballroom S100. MHI received over 200 submissions, and three finalists have already been chosen in each of the four categories (Best New Innovation, Best Innovation of an Existing Product, Best IT Innovation and Best Innovation in Sustainability). Click here for a full list of submissions.
ProMat Insights
ProMat Mobile App and My Show Planner  Don't forget to download the mobile app and My Show Planner. ProMat's 2025 mobile app allows you to access exhibitor information, schedules, conference sessions, speaker information, a map of the show floor and much more. In the app, My Show Planner allows you to map out your time and make a vital must-do list. Complimentary Shuttle Buses
Complimentary shuttle buses will run between McCormick Place and all designated ProMat show hotels every day of the show. Bus schedules will be posted in each show hotel and at McCormick Place. Shuttles will not operate for hotels within walking distance. Click here to download complimentary shuttle bus routes, hotel shuttle bus drop-off locations and routes.
Relax and Network Located in the ProMat 2025 Lakeside Hall on the show floor, the ProMat Pier is a great place to unwind and have fun! Join your peers for Chicago neighborhood themed foods - click here for more information. In the South Hall, The Hub will feature comfortable seating, charging stations and a 360-photo booth. Access Free Wi-Fi in McCormick Place
Wi-Fi is offered complimentary throughout ProMat. No password is required. Select network “ProMat” to get connected. Want to share your thoughts about ProMat 2025, or access MHI's posts with show information? Here's a helpful cheat sheet of our social media links and info:
Videos & Sponsors
Each day, a video crew will be interviewing keynotes, talking to exhibitors, getting feedback from attendees and sharing their view of the action at ProMat.
Check out the new episodes of the ProMat podcast, recorded on Tuesday! In this podcast, the industry’s best minds will be interviewed to uncover real-world case studies and get unique perspectives on key trends and emerging technologies. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Networking
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