Share knowledge, collaborate on solutions and grow your network with peers from across the globe. Rockwell’s Automation Fair® event brings together more than 10,000 professionals from every corner of industrial operations to define what’s next for their business.

Exclusive Summits
Summits offer a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate and create. Find your community during these half-day curated experiences like the popular Process Solutions User Group and OEM Leader-to-Leader Summits. Only available at Automation Fair, Summits are full of insightful strategies and valuable networking with leaders navigating the same challenges as you.
Connect over shared goals.
This year’s event features more ways to collaborate with a purpose.
Automation Fair Orientation
Monday, November 17
Is this your first time, or first time in a long time, at Automation Fair? Discover all the tips and tricks to make the most out of your week and have your questions answered by Automation Fair insiders and veterans.
Get ready to capitalize on your time in Chicago and connect with other newcomers and the Automation Fair community.
Women in Manufacturing Luncheon
Tuesday, November 18
Join us for a candid panel exploring how to accelerate women’s advancement into leadership and technical roles in manufacturing. Hear insights on equity, feedback, allyship and how to break through when effort alone isn’t enough.
All are welcome to join the conversation and help move from awareness to meaningful action.
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Advanced Training Networking Lunch
Thursday, November 20
Exclusive to Advanced Training Pass holders, this unique experience brings together other technical professionals and gives access beyond the classroom to Rockwell product and solution experts.
You’ll find topic areas throughout the room to help you connect with the people facing the same challenges and sharing experiences together as you enjoy lunch away from the big crowds.
So many ways to connect, collaborate and create.
- The Expo is the place to engage with domain experts and technology innovators
- Exclusive Sessions, Summits and Off-site Tours offer the chance to dive into shared interests and learn from peers
- The Connection Zone is the perfect place to meet up and take conversations to the next level
- Global Lounges are the spot to gather with colleagues from around the world
- Special activities such as the Women in Manufacturing luncheon and other social gatherings expand your professional circle


Grow your network with the top minds in the industry.
- Session speakers are ready to answer your questions
- Talk shop with industry experts and technical gurus
- Your partners, suppliers, distributors and industry friends are all in one place
- Engineers and developers behind the technology are eager to hear your feedback
- Go beyond in-person networking using #ROKEvents to connect with fellow attendees

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