Yokogawa Users Conference 2018

The 2018 Yokogawa Users Conference and Exhibition – North America brings together hundreds of industry experts and valued users to exchange knowledge, share best practices and innovative solutions to real-life day-to-day challenges.

Attendees experience unique and exciting opportunities to learn more about Yokogawa's solutions and how they can be applied to achieve safe, reliable, and profitable operations.

Network: Develop a knowledge-sharing session within a diverse network of users and mingle with industry peers

Discover: Gain insights into the latest industry practices and trends from the visionary leaders across prestigious major international and national companies

Innovate: Learn more about new products, innovations, and user experiences on how they maximize profit potential and improve their plant process while dealing with complex problems

Team Leader & Chief Engineer EDL, NASA Mars Rover Curiosity & Author

With a rock star's presence, a storyteller's gift and a PhD in engineering physics, award-winning rocket scientist, Adam Steltzner is simultaneously recognized as one of NASA’s most brilliant engineers and most unique individuals.

With an exciting and inspiring narrative, Steltzner discusses the power of human curiosity, the importance of fostering a culture of collaborative innovation and proves that with the "Right Kind of Crazy," we can significantly expand boundaries and achieve the impossible. His insight and journey are captured in his book, The Right Kind of Crazy: A True Story of Teamwork, Leadership and High Stakes Innovation, released in 2016.

• You are involved in the chemical, petrochemical, refining, LNG, oil & gas, power, and other manufacturing industries 
• You are a process manufacturing executive, operational and plant manager, engineer or maintenance manager whose role includes responsibility for operating productivity and sustainability 
• You own, operate or integrate Yokogawa’s industrial automation solutions or plan to do so in the future 
• You want to learn and share ideas and best practices with product and industry specialists, systems integrators, representatives, suppliers, and fellow users 
• You are interested in looking into the future of industrial automation and seeing how the technologies which progress one industry can move others forward as well

Justification Letter

1. Learn from industry leaders. Attend a variety of sessions and workshops by some of the most innovative engineers and leaders from top global companies.
   
   
2. Find solutions to your specific issues. Learn how to deal with some of the most critical business challenges and gain new skills, best practices, and strategies you can put to work immediately.
   
   
3. Relax and have fun during evening programs. Once you've soaked in all you can from the keynotes, breakouts, and workshops, the day will be far from over. Don't miss your chance to build your network and unwind at the receptions and entertainment offered each night. 
   
   
4. Eye-opening keynotes. Hear from top-notch speakers like Adam Steltzner, who is recognized as one of NASA's most brilliant engineers and most unique individuals. You will also want to hear from industry leaders from organizations you know and trust such as ISA, Frost & Sullivan, and the Automation Federation.
    
5. Earn professional development hours. Most of our training, sessions, and workshops allow you to earn your professional development hours at no extra charge!
   
   
6. Save $150!  If you register now through July 4th, you can save $150 with the early bird discount.
   
   
7. Meet Yokogawa subject-matter experts. When you attend this conference, you'll have the opportunity to connect with Yokogawa's top application engineers and solution architects all in one place.
   
   
8. Network with industry innovators. The exhibition hall will showcase some of our latest tech as well as innovations from our partners.
   
   
9. Put yourself ahead of the pack. Participating in our hands-on workshops will help to continue your career as you gain valuable knowledge and skills. 
   
   
10. Customize your learning. With several focus areas available, you can attend the sessions and workshops most relevant to you and your company.