The Wisconsin Digital Symposium is back—and this year, it’s part of something bigger.
On June 1, UWEBC will bring technology, data, and digital leaders together at Lambeau Field in Green Bay for a reimagined Digital Symposium, co-located with the Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit taking place the very next day.
This year’s Symposium focuses on how organizations are operationalizing digital capabilities—from data and AI to platforms, analytics, intelligent products, and automation—to drive measurable outcomes across the enterprise and ecosystem. Rather than big-picture hype, the program emphasizes what’s actually working: how teams are scaling digital initiatives, aligning technology with business priorities, and enabling collaboration between technology, data, operations, and executive leadership.
Attendees can expect practical insights, peer-driven conversations, and examples grounded in real organizational challenges. Whether you’re modernizing legacy systems, embedding AI into workflows, or strengthening the digital foundation that supports manufacturing and operations, the Symposium is designed to meet you where you are—and help you move forward.
Keynote Speakers
Áine Denari
Position title: Executive Vice President and President, Navico Group, and Brunswick Chief Technology Officer
Phil Gilbert
Position title: Author of Irresistible Change, Former Head of Design at IBM, Keynote speaker and executive advisor
Executive Panel
Panelist #3
Position title: Coming soon!
Panelist #4
Position title: Coming soon!
Mike Hoge
Position title: Senior Vice President Operational Excellence
Exact Sciences
Carrie Toth
Position title: VP, Customer Experience
Generac
UW Research Lightning Talks
Steering Committee
Jenni Detert
Position title: Vice President, Information Technology
Endries International
Anu Khare
Position title: Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Oshkosh Corporation
Steering Committee Member #3
Position title: Coming soon
Graphic Recording
Live graphic recording is a signature element of UWEBC events, capturing key ideas and insights from the program in real time through visual storytelling. This year’s graphic recording will be brought to life by Sherrill Knezel, founder of Meaningful Marks LLC, a Milwaukee-based graphic recorder, illustrator, and visual literacy educator. Sherrill partners with nonprofits, educators, and corporate organizations to translate complex conversations into clear, engaging visuals that deepen understanding and spark connection.
Her work creates lasting artifacts that attendees often photograph, share, and revisit long after the event, extending the impact of the experience well beyond the day itself.
Wisconsin Manufacturing Summit
New this year:
UWEBC members who register for the Wisconsin Digital Symposium will receive a complimentary pass to the Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit innovation showcase on June 1 and summit proceedings on June 2, creating a seamless opportunity to explore how digital strategy and manufacturing excellence intersect—all in one location.
The Wisconsin Digital Symposium will take place on June 1 in Green Bay, setting the stage for two days of learning, connection, and cross-industry collaboration.
At the Manufacturing Summit, join industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers for an energizing summit at Lambeau Field to:
- Explore new frontiers in manufacturing
- Shape the manufacturing workforce of the future
- Boost impact on the WI economy
Save the date for June 1-2, 2026!
- June 1: Innovation Showcase
- June 2: The Summit
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Agenda
June 1, 2026
All times below are in Central Time.
8:30 am: Networking and Opening Remarks
9:10 am: Keynote Speaker Presentation
9:55 am: Sponsor Case Study
10:10 am: Keynote Speaker Presentation
10:55 am: Sponsor Case Study
11:10 am: Break
11:25 am: Sponsor Case Study
11:40 am: Panel Discussion
12:50 pm: Lunch and Lightning Talks
1:50 pm: Closing Remarks
2:00 pm: Networking and Transition to Innovation Showcase
Immediately following the Wisconsin Digital Symposium, attendees are invited to extend their day with the Innovation Showcase. Designed as an interactive, exploratory experience, the Showcase will highlight emerging ideas at the intersection of manufacturing innovation and workforce development, with opportunities to engage, ask questions, and connect with peers from across industry and academia.
Taking place from 3:00–6:00 pm, the Innovation Showcase is expected to feature multiple themed spaces focused on topics such as the future manufacturing workforce, applied innovation, and practical uses of AI in manufacturing. The afternoon transitions into an evening reception with music and networking, making it a natural way to continue conversations and maximize your time in Green Bay.
Registration
The pricing structure is below. In-person attendance will be at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI, and a virtual option will also be available.
Early Bird Pricing (February 11 – April 15)
- Members: $220 In Person | $120 Virtual
- Non-Members: $270 In Person | $170 Virtual
Regular Pricing (April 16 – June 1)
- Members: $295 In Person | $145 Virtual
- Non-Members: $345 In Person | $195 Virtual
Register now to secure your spot!
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Event Sponsors
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Highlights from the 2025 Wisconsin Digital Symposium
Snapshots from the 2024 & 2025 Wisconsin Digital Symposiums
