Gears & Gadgets

gearsWhat is Gears & Gadgets?

Founded in 2012, Gears & Gadgets is an exclusive quarterly event hosted by Minnesota Manufacturing Executives (MME) where members discuss manufacturing business trends and develop synergistic connections. A typical event showcases a manufacturing industry speaker followed by a networking Happy Hour with a cash bar and appetizers. Our generous Platinum Sponsors contribute to the success of Gears & Gadgets.

Why attend Gears & Gadgets?
  • Stay current on manufacturing industry changes that affect your business
  • Peer-to-peer interaction builds your network and a strong Minnesota manufacturing community
  • Maximize business development and supplier synergies for your company
  • To view upcoming Gears & Gadgets events, click here
Who is eligible to attend Gears & Gadgets?
  1. Manufacturing business owners
  2. Manufacturing executives and senior leaders currently employed in a manufacturing company
  3. To view upcoming Gears & Gadgets events, click here
How do I receive an invitation to Gears & Gadgets?

Gears & Gadgets is “by invitation only” for eligible members of MME.

Please contact the group founder, Marni Hockenberg at marni@hockenbergsearch.com; 952.500.9542. Marni Hockenberg is the Principal of Hockenberg Search, a firm specializing in Executive Outplacement and Career Transition for the manufacturing industry. Your network is your net worth — see you at Gears & Gadgets!

Gears & Gadget’s, Fall 2015 event was featured on MN Business Magazine’s Recent Blog

Four Minnesota Business magazine 2015 Manufacturing Awards winners got a second round of exposure on October 28 at Minnesota Manufacturing Executives’ 15th Gears & Gadgets gathering. Read more.

Gears and Gadgets was recent featured in Minnesota Business magazine >

 

Minnesota Manufacturing Executives is the premier networking group dedicated to Minnesota’s manufacturing industry.

Thank you for your interest in MME’s Gears & Gadgets. To get involved contact Marni Hockenberg at marni@hockenbergsearch.com; 952.500.9542.

For upcoming Gears & Gadgets events, click here >

 


Thank you to our sponsors for making this Gears & Gadgets possible!

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Published by Tiger Oak Media and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota Business magazine covers small and midsize companies throughout the state, revealing the successes, challenges and lessons to be drawn from their experiences. This fall, on October 27, Minnesota Business will be hosting its Manufacturing Awards, recognizing the hard work and success of the Minnesota manufacturing industry. Our magazine maintains a steady focus on industries that make up the state’s economy, providing a fascinating mix of companies and personalities in every issue. Readers turn to our magazine for not only useful information, but also inspiration as they pursue success.    www.minnesotabusiness.com/

 

 

 

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Hockenberg Search is a woman-owned, Twin Cities-based Executive Outplacement, Executive Career Transition and Executive Job Search Coaching company. We specialize in delivering comprehensive, HIGHLY INDIVIDUALIZED Executive job search services that help our clients land the RIGHT JOB, FASTER. Please contact Marni Hockenberg, Principal, at 952-500-9542, marni@hockenbergsearch.comwww.hockenbergsearch.com, 10201 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 220, Minnetonka,MN 55305