Rebuilding America’s Workforce. Restoring American Capability!
America’s ability to innovate, defend, and compete depends on one thing above all: skilled people who know how to make things.
Join us October 20 & 21 in Galveston, TX and become part of the movement to rebuild America’s manufacturing and defense workforce.
The event will also feature a career expo offering in-person interviews with leading employers across the industry on October 22.
October 20 & 21, 2026
Galveston Island Convention Center
5600 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, Texas
For decades, critical knowledge and trades have been allowed to fade. In October, leaders across manufacturing, defense, education, and workforce development are coming together to reverse that trend.
Be part of the movement to rebuild America’s workforce and join us for the inaugural Build Freedom Summit, sponsored by The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation and powered by Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Workforce Development.
Industry, education, and workforce leaders from across the country gather to shape strategies that drive growth, strengthen our workforce, and revitalize the manufacturing industry.
Join us as we have critical discussions around:
- Advanced manufacturing & machining
- Casting, forging and metals manufacturing
- Defense industrial base readiness
- Regional and national workforce strategies
- K-12 and postsecondary alignment
- Appreneticeships and career pathways
By registering, you’ll gain access to:
- Keynotes from national workforce and industry leaders
- Panel discussions with employers and educators
- Case studies from successful training programs
- Networking with peers and partners
- Actionable tools and resources
Join us at the Build Freedom Summit October 20th through 21st
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