2027 AMUG Conference

Participate in the Global Additive Manufacturing Users Group.

AMUG is a global community focused on accelerating the education and advancement of additive manufacturing and 3D printing. At our annual AMUG Conference, AM users gather to learn and share. A key component of the event’s success is high-value, top-quality information shared from the stage.

Learn—Share—Network for discovery and exploration.

AMUG provides in-depth discussions and
training sessions in:

  • Materials (metals and plastics)
  • Fundamentals
  • Advanced applications (Aerospace/Defense,  Automotive, Casting, Consumer Products, Manufacturing, Medical, etc.)
  • Finishing techniques
  • Software
  • Machine maintenance
  • Scanning
  • …and much, much more

Further enhance your skills and expertise with:

  • Hands-on training sessions from AM industry experts and OEMs
  • Application workshops
  • Advanced training
  • Advanced application discussions
  • Insights from industry leaders
  • Certificate programs
  • Networking with industry experts

Call for Speakers & Workshop Trainers

Are you interested in speaking, facilitating a roundtable discussion, moderating a panel discussion, or leading a workshop at the AMUG Conference?  Do you have a topic that will fit within one of our tracks (below)?

We are in the process of selecting speakers and workshop trainers for the 2027 AMUG Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Please consider this opportunity to share your insights and play a role in the AMUG Conference’s success.

All submissions will be reviewed by the Track Leader Committee for the 2027 AMUG Conference.

Submit Abstract
Submission Deadline: October 21, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET
International Submissions & Recruitment

To better accommodate the international AM community, we have a dedicated Track Leader as a point of contact. This Track Leader will serve as an initial point of contact for those wishing to present during the technical breakout sessions.

Track Leader: Moritz Kolter, Aachen Center for Additive Manufacturing
Email: International@AMUG.com

AMUG Conference Tracks

Focus: Flight-certified parts, weight optimization, satellite components, launch systems, qualification processes, space applications and aerospace-specific materials, expeditionary AM, repair/remanufacturing, defense-specific standards, sustainment, ruggedized systems, firearms and wearable equipment.

Track Leader: Ben DiMarco, America Makes

Focus: Automotive, motorsports, rail, construction, off-highway, marine and heavy equipment applications, energy, batteries, and critical infrastructure repair.

Track Leader: Brennon White, GM – Additive Manufacturing & Product Integration Group

Focus: Capital equipment, return on investment, business optimization & efficiency, market research, mergers & acquisitions and talent acquisitions.

Track Leader: Brent Griffith, Labconco Corporation

Focus: Footwear, fashion, jewelry, eyewear, sports equipment, art & design, user personalization, printed food and novelty products.

Track Leader: Olga Ivanova, Mechnano

Focus: Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), scanning, preprint processing, in-situ monitoring, traceability.

Track Leader: Giles Gaskell, Pinnacle X-Ray Solutions, LLC

Focus: Training, education programs, curriculum development, certification, AM standards, and onboarding new talent.

Track Leader: Andrew Ruzek, Materion

Focus: Disruptive innovations, research-to-industry translation, new entrants, startup spotlights and process improvement.

Track Leader: Lucas Stahl, Williams International

Focus: Orthopedics, orthotics, prosthetics, implants, point-of-care printing, regulatory pathways, bioprinting, biocompatibility, anatomical models and surgical tools.

Track Leader: Matt Shomper, Not a Robot Engineering

Focus: Automation, jigs, fixtures, tooling, injection molding, foundry applications, hybrid manufacturing, metal and urethane casting, robotics, printed electronics, MES and digital thread.

Track Leader: Mark DeBruin, Skuld, LLC

Focus: All material types (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, etc.), powder recycling, feedstock innovation, testing and material standards, heat treatment, finishing approaches, painting and dyes, secondary machining, surface finishing, and finishing/post-processing tech firms.

Track Leader: Austin Tiley, The Ohio State University

Focus: Material handling practices, data storage regulations, safeguarding manufacturing operations, digital assets, compliant production environments, safety standards, cyber theft, CMMC environmental health and safety, hazardous materials/waste, cyber incident response, export control on digital data, machine and OT network security, build file integrity and part sabotage.

Track Leader: Maddie Frank, W1 Consulting, LLC

Focus: Finite element analysis, generative modeling, predictive analysis and quality outcomes, process optimization, data-driven manufacturing, digital twins, autonomous manufacturing, generative design.

Track Leader: Paul Finelt, Concurrent Resources, LLC

Focus: Hands-on labs, finishing techniques, scanning, metrology, silicone molding, casting and others.

Track Leader: Dave Macfie, M5D

Areas of focus contained within each track (above) are suggestions only. Tracks are not limited to the listed focus areas – if we missed something, please let us know at TrackLeader@amug.com.

Track Leader Committee Chairs

Colton Rooney, EMI Corp.
Callie Higgins, NIST
TrackLeader@amug.com
Additive manufacturing users attentively absorbing useful information at the AMUG Conference.