October 2025

Manufacturing Month 2025 Events

The USF Supply Chain Management & Sustainability Center invites partners to Meet the Employers on Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 PM at the Muma College of Business Atrium.

This event offers a chance to connect with talented, motivated supply chain students and share your company’s story. A small participation fee helps support student opportunities and meaningful employer-student engagement.

Join us on October 3rd as we celebrate Manufacturing Day, a nationwide event that highlights the innovative and dynamic world of modern manufacturing.

We’re offering a virtual tour of Mastercut Tool, a world-class manufacturer of rotary cutting tools based in Safety Harbor, Florida. Following the tour, there will be a live Q&A session with Michael Shaluly, President and CEO of Mastercut Tool.

17th Annual Pinellas County College & Career Fair

October 6, 2025 - 6 PM - 7:30 PM

Countryside High School

Countryside High is hosting a College and Career Fair for students throughout the county. This event allows families to explore various career and internship opportunities and connect with representatives from colleges, universities, vocational schools, and business professionals.

Here's what to expect:

• Representatives from colleges and universities

• Information from career and technical schools

• U.S. military branches will be present

• Opportunities for employment, internships, and apprenticeships

This free event features exhibitors from across the county, state, and nation.

Interested in exhibiting? Apply now!

It’s back for the third year in a row! Join us on Wednesday, October 8th for an afternoon filled with the latest manufacturing trends, hands-on demonstrations, and industry expertise — all with a festive Oktoberfest twist.

When: Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Time: 9:30am until 5:00 pm

Where: 12820 Dupont Circle, Tampa, FL 33626

This Customer Appreciation Technology Event will feature:

Cutting-edge manufacturing solution exhibits
Networking opportunities with industry leaders
Hands-on technology demos
German-inspired food, drinks, and fun

AmSkills is holding their annual banquet celebrating innovation, leadership, and excellence in manufacturing this October.

When: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Time: 5:00 until 8:00 pm

Where: 4606 Darlington Rd, Holiday, FL 34690

This inspiring evening will feature recognition of outstanding contributions across the industry, networking, and dinner with peers who are driving change in our community.

Event Details

When: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Time: 7:30 AM Breakfast & Networking | 8:00 AM Program

Where: USF Research Park (1st Floor Classroom), 3814 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612

What to Expect

Insights from FloridaMakes, BAMA, and USF’s Institute for Applied Engineering on growth strategies, workforce development, and advanced prototyping.
A chance to connect and network with fellow manufacturers.
Full breakfast provided.

Free Student Networking & Internship Event

Join us for the Fall 2025 Networking & Internship Recruitment Event on Thursday, October 9, 6–8 PM at the EpiCenter, St. Petersburg College. This free event connects students with recruiters in engineering and related fields, offering valuable networking opportunities, resume feedback, and internship prospects.

What to Expect:

Participating companies will have a display table, the chance to introduce their organization, and time to network directly with students pursuing careers in engineering, machining, electronics, IT, software development, and more.

This nationwide event series brings CESMII representatives to cities across the country, connecting with small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs), Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEPs), and the broader manufacturing ecosystem.

This full-day event, will focus on small and medium manufacturers (SMEs), integrators, and workforce development professionals.

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BAMA and St. Petersburg College are proud to host the Industry 4.0 Symposium on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM at SPC’s MT 141 Community Room in St. Petersburg, as part of Manufacturing Month.

This symposium will spotlight the future of advanced manufacturing, with a panel of five nationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, 3D printing, and operations. Panelists will explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the next era of industry.

Following the discussion, attendees will enjoy a guided tour of SPC’s new SMART Industry 4.0 classrooms and labs—designed to give students hands-on training with automated systems and industry certifications.

Be part of this special community event supporting the future of manufacturing! Lace up for the 5K, cheer on the Kids Dash, or volunteer to help make an impact. After the race, explore the Manufacturing Expo, where local manufacturers and associations showcase exciting career opportunities.

With over $230,000 already distributed to educational programs from past races, your participation helps create brighter opportunities for tomorrow’s workforce.

6:30 AM - Registration Begins
7:38 AM - Sunrise over Tampa Bay
7:45 AM - 5K Begins
8:45 AM - Kids Dash, ages 3-8, free
9:00 AM - Awards, Costume Contest

Join us at Veterans Metal in Largo for an inspiring panel of women shaping the future of manufacturing.

This panel brings together diverse voices from the industry to explore how we can attract, develop, and support more women and veterans in manufacturing—creating a stronger, more inclusive workforce for the future.

Through engaging discussion, our panelists will share insights on:

Breaking barriers and creating pathways for women and veterans in manufacturing
Building inclusive workplace cultures that foster belonging and opportunity
Designing impactful training, mentorship, and leadership programs
Highlighting success stories to inspire the next generation of industry leaders

Light breakfast bites and beverages will be provided. Event check-in opens at 9:30 AM with our panel beginning at 10:00 AM. Following the panel and audience Q&A, the Veterans Metal team will be offering tours of their building