FUELING GROWTH AND INNOVATION
Our carefully curated conference program brings you two days of thought-provoking, innovative and game-changing content. No matter where you sit on the supply chain, our speakers will address topics applicable to the development of high tech manufacturing sectors.
Topics for 2025 include: Ceramics innovation for aerospace, automotive, defense and electronics, technical ceramics supply chain resilience, wide bandgap semiconductor materials, ceramics competing with polymers and metals, piezoelectric ceramics, ceramic additive manufacturing.
MEET THE KEYNOTES
Michael Silver - Chairman & CEO, American Elements
Michael is a frequent commentator on issues affecting global geopolitics associated with critical minerals, appearing on CNN, BBC News, and Bloomberg. He has also written op-eds in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Financial Times. He has served on several non-profit boards, including as a trustee of the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum. He holds a law degree and MBA from USC.
Keynote: The Geopolitics of Critical Minerals in the 21st Century
Tuesday, April 29 - 09.30 am
Kyle Sword - R&D Director, NSG Pilkington North America
Leading research and development efforts across architectural, automotive, and solar technologies, and with over 25 years of experience in glass manufacturing, Kyle has played a key role in advancing innovations within the industry. He holds a degree in Ceramic Engineering from The Ohio State University and an MBA from California State University, Sacramento. His expertise spans a range of cutting-edge glass technologies, including vacuum insulating glass (VIG), building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), and transparent conductive materials. Beyond his technical leadership, Kyle is involved in community engagement and employee development initiatives, actively contributing to the growth and collaboration within the glass industry.
2025 SPEAKERS
AGENDA AT A GLANCE
Gain essential insight into the must-know trends, challenges and innovations in advanced ceramics and their applications.
Day 1 – Tuesday, April 29
The Geopolitics of Critical Minerals in the 21st Century
Shoring Up Resilience in the Technical Ceramics Supply Chain
Revolutionizing Power Electronics with Silicon Carbide and Gallium Nitride
Pushing Beyond the Edge in Space, Aerospace and Defense with Next-Gen Ceramics
Outperforming Polymers and Metals with Advanced Ceramics Processing and Machining
Day 2 – Wednesday, April 30
Ceramics in Semiconductors and Microelectronics
Innovating in Aerospace with Ceramic Matrix Composites
Miniaturizing Sensors, Actuators and Microelectronics with Textured Piezo
Scaling Up Ceramics Additive Manufacturing to Volume Production
NEW FOR 2025 - SOLUTIONS INNOVATION STAGE
WHERE TOP BRANDS SHOWCASE NEW SOLUTIONS
The Solutions Innovation Stage provides technical and procurement experts with the ability to watch first-hand demonstrations of the industry's latest products and solutions from suppliers and manufacturers.
These sessions are designed to provide attendees with practical knowledge and innovative solutions to current challenges in the ceramics industry. By participating, you will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, discover new technologies, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
