Background
Join us on October 25-26 for the 2023 Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit with a new, in-person, networking reception on October 25.
The Vermont Chamber's Manufacturing Summit offers an engaging, interactive, and content-rich event with a theme of “Building Adaptive Supply Chains through Content, Collaboration, and Contacts."
Paradigm shifts brought on by the pandemic have impacted global supply chains and companies are modifying their sourcing strategies and lowering costs while enhancing quality and being nimble at the same time. Looking ahead, what will be the market reality, challenges, and contracting opportunities for suppliers in advanced manufacturing? To find out, attend the B2B program, hear from industry leaders and subject matter experts, and take the uncertainty out of networking with pre-scheduled B2B meetings with buyers, suppliers, and partners for contacts and new business opportunities on the B2B/2GO platform.
B2B Meetings for Contacts, New Business Opportunities, and Contracts:
The business-to-business (B2B) program offers attendees the opportunity to meet with OEMs, prime contractors, and suppliers throughout New England and lower Québec on the B2B/2GO platform with virtual B2B meetings. This platform will enable participants to market their value proposition and capabilities with a B2B profile and allow participants to schedule and manage their meetings and agenda before the event.
To strengthen and grow Vermont's manufacturing base for competitive advantage here at home and abroad.
To showcase the manufacturing sector as a significant driver of our economy both as an employer and producer of goods. To create a niche network that connects industry peers and facilitates both sourcing and procurement opportunities for innovative, strong, and nimble supply chains in Vermont, throughout New England, and with our trading partner Canada.
- Aerospace and Aviation
- Automotive
- Electronics
- Defense
- Industrial
- Naval and Marine
- Medical and Medical Devices
- Product Manufacturing
- Semiconductor
- Space
- Textiles
- Transportation
- A niche network of industry peers for new business and vendor partnerships.
- Pre-scheduled B2B matchmaking meetings with OEMs and fellow suppliers for new potential sourcing and procurement opportunities.
- New resources, programs, and seminars on financing, government contracting, and workforce innovation to grow business.
- 25 OEMs and Primes from the U.S. and Canada (44 buyers)
- 85 Suppliers from the U.S. and Canada
- 215 B2B participants
- 300 B2B meetings
- 352 new connections
- 5,102 exchanged messages
- 2,761 profile views
- 4.9/5 B2B Meeting Rating
- 10% of Vermont's workers (28,670) are employed by manufacturers.
- 283,562 Vermont total workforce population
- 643,077 Vermont total population
- Vermont manufacturing paid employees an average annual wage of $64,000.
- 9% of Vermont's Gross Domestic Product was provided by manufacturing.
- In 2017, manufacturing accounted for about $2.81 billion.
- Every $1 in manufactured goods generates an estimated $2.68 worth of additional economic activity, the third highest of any other economic sector. If the entire manufacturing supply chain is included, every $1 spent in manufacturing adds another $4.00 in economic activity.
- Each manufacturing job supports an additional 5.0 jobs elsewhere.
- 10% of Vermont's workers (28,670) are employed by manufacturers.
[National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity & Innovation and NAM calculations using IMPLAN, U.S. Census Bureau County Business Patterns.]
Vermont is home to a thriving, combined $2 billion aerospace manufacturing and civil aviation industry. According to the U.S. Economic Impact of Civil Aviation by State done in November 2020 by the Federal Aviation Administration, the economic impact of civil aviation alone for the state of Vermont includes $1.195 billion in economic output, $304 million in earnings, $644 million in value-added, and 8,917 jobs. Civil aviation represents 2.0% of Vermont’s gross domestic product.
Vermont is also home to industry leaders, such as Beta Technologies, Collins Aerospace, A Raytheon Technologies Company, GE Aerospace, G.S. Precision, and an established, world-class, supplier base of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Additionally, the Boeing Company has a defined supply chain in Vermont with 23 suppliers and vendors representing an $88.1 million spend and supporting an estimated 2,800 direct and indirect jobs.
VPR Radio Interview: Flying Under The Radar: Vermont’s Aerospace Industry
- 2023: Vermont Chamber and Aéro Montréal celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Vermont - Québec Aerospace Trade Corridor.
- 2023: Vermont Chamber partners with the Vermont Agency of Commerce and U.S. Commercial Service and brings 6 Vermont aerospace and defense suppliers to Aéro Montréal's 2023 Global Supply Chain Summit and the 2023 Aeromart Montréal show.
- 2022: Vermont Chamber hosts 26 Canadian companies, including an Ontario delegation of 9 aerospace and defense suppliers at the virtual Manufacturing Summit, which featured 85 suppliers from the U.S., Canada, and Europe, 25 OEMs and Primes (44 buyers), 300 B2B meetings, and a 93% participation rate.
- 2022: Vermont Chamber partners with the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Department of Economic Development to bring 7 Vermont aerospace manufacturers and Vermont Governor Phil Scott to Aéro Montréal’s 2022 Aerospace Innovation Forum.
- 2021: Vermont Chamber hosts a Québec delegation of 9 SME suppliers, partners with the Ontario Aerospace Council and expands the Vermont – Québec Aerospace Trade Corridor to Ontario, partners with Ontario International, and hosts a delegation of 18 Ontario aerospace and defense suppliers at the first virtual Manufacturing Summit, which featured 25 OEMs and Primes and 125 suppliers from the U.S. and Canada, 400 B2B meetings, and a 93% participation rate.
- 2020: Vermont Chamber partners with the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Department of Economic Development to bring a delegation of 9 Vermont aerospace manufacturers to Aéro Montréal’s virtual 2020 Aerospace Innovation Forum.
- 2019: Vermont Chamber brings 20 Canadian aerospace companies to the Manufacturing Summit in Vermont and hosts Aéro Montréal and officially extends Vermont – Québec Aerospace Trade Corridor to Connecticut with Aerospace Components Manufacturers and MOU Signing Ceremony.
- 2019: Vermont Chamber partners with the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Department of Economic Development to bring a delegation of 9 Vermont aerospace manufacturers to Aeromart Montreal.
- 2018: Vermont Chamber partners with the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Department of Economic Development to bring a delegation of 8 Vermont aerospace manufacturers to Aerospace Innovation Forum.
- 2017: Vermont Chamber brings 24 Canadian aerospace companies to Manufacturing Supply Chain Trade Show in Vermont and hosts Aéro Montréal and OEMs and SMEs from Connecticut Aerospace in support of MOU to build a Vermont – Québec Aerospace Trade Corridor and extend it to Connecticut.
- 2017: Vermont Chamber partners with Vermont Global Trade Partnership and brings a delegation of 7 Vermont aerospace manufacturers to Aeromart Montreal.
- 2016: Vermont Chamber partners with Vermont Global Trade Partnership and brings 9 Vermont aerospace manufacturers on Vermont delegation to Aéro Montréal’s 2016 Aerospace Innovation Forum.
- 2015: Vermont Chamber brings 25 Canadian aerospace companies to the Manufacturing Supply Chain Trade Show in Vermont and hosts a roundtable with Aéro Montréal in support of MOU and Vermont – Québec Aerospace Trade Corridor.
- 2015: Vermont Chamber partners with Vermont Global Trade Partnership on Vermont manufacturing delegation to Aeromart Montreal.
- 2014: Vermont Chamber hosts Aerospace Supply Chain Summit featuring aerospace corridor and the Aéro Montréal’s MACH initiative.
- 2013: Vermont Chamber signs MOU with Aéro Montréal to build US-Canadian Aerospace Corridor via Vermont at Aerospace Innovation Forum, Montreal.
- 2013: Vermont Chamber hosts Manufactured in Vermont Supply Chain Trade Show showcasing Vermont’s $2 billion aerospace and aviation industry and Canadian partners.
- 2013: Vermont Chamber participates in the planning of Green Summit with Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce and EcoTech of Québec.
- 2013: Vermont Chamber brings Vermont Delegation of manufacturers to Paris Air Show resulting in $3.1 million in projected sales.
- 2012: Vermont Chamber hosts Premier Jean Charest of Québec as a keynote speaker.
- 2012: Vermont Chamber hosts 20 businesses for a Vermont – Québec discussion regarding enhancing the supply chain corridor.
- 2011: Vermont Chamber hosts Supply Chain Matchmaker event, Supply Chain Opportunities in Canadian Aerospace.
- 2010: Vermont Chamber participates in Vermont gubernatorial delegation to Québec with Vermont businesses.
