The globalizing economy has presented remarkable challenges to the advanced manufacturing industry. Emphasis on “know how” in today’s new economy presents unique opportunities to states with strong research and development infrastructure like New Jersey. Industry representatives will share their perspectives of how the industry will evolve in the next decade, and will share the opportunities they took advantage of in New Jersey.

Moderator:

Senator Paul Sarlo (D-36)

Panelists: John Dodge, Head of Staff, Mars Snack Food, U.S. Manufacturing Division Robert Loderstedt, President & CEO, New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, Inc. John Shinn, International Representative, United Steelworkers, AFL-CIO

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