The Annual Meeting is where the boiler industry comes together!
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ABMA will convene for the 2026 ABMA Annual Meeting, January 16-19, at the stunning Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain in Tucson, AZ, to learn about current & emerging industry trends and provide networking opportunities for you to enhance and grow your business relationships.
The Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain rests high in the Sonoran Desert at 3,000 feet in a serene canyon setting in Marana, just outside Tucson. Adventure and restoration are both within easy reach: unwind in the resort’s award-winning spa, rotate between three swimming pools, make a splash on the 235-foot water slide, or tee off on Jack Nicklaus Signature golf.
Explore 26 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails in the Tortolita Mountain Preserve, then look up for unforgettable stargazing under Arizona’s famed dark skies. Families will love Ritz Kids, and everyone can savor choice across five dining options. Whether you seek total relaxation, outdoor discovery, or both, Dove Mountain delivers a refined desert escape.
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Confirmed Keynote Speakers
Jake Hall
Founder & Content Creator , The Manufacturing Millennial
The Future of Manufacturing: Technology and Workforce
Jake Hall, widely known as the Manufacturing Millennial, is one of the most influential voices in modern manufacturing. Recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Voice in Robotics, Automation, and Manufacturing, Jake helps organizations future-proof operations with smart technology while attracting the next generation of skilled talent. With 100,000+ followers and 150M+ views on his content, he sparks practical conversations that turn buzzwords into action, energizing both today’s workforce and tomorrow’s recruits.
In his keynote, “The Future of Manufacturing: Technology and Workforce,” Jake lays out a pragmatic roadmap: where automation is heading, how to build human-centric tech adoption, and how to tell your story on social platforms to recruit, upskill, and retain talent. Leaders and practitioners alike will leave with concrete steps to modernize processes and mindsets.
Taylor St. Germain
Economist & Senior Consulting Speaker
Economic Outlook for 2026 and Beyond
Taylor St. Germain, Economist at ITR Economics, will deliver “Economic Outlook for 2026 and Beyond.” A specialist in market- and company-level forecasting and a contributor to ITR’s 94.7% forecast accuracy, Taylor translates macro trends into clear timing signals leaders can use now. With experience across tech, manufacturing, distribution, and oil & gas, he provides concise guidance for budgeting, staffing, inventory, and capex decisions, so you can plan the next 18–24 months with confidence.
