Northwest Aerospace News — Issue No. 31 February | March 2023 | Page 45

One highly engaged company from Liberty Lake , Washington is Altek , Inc . A founding member of the Inland Northwest Aerospace Consortium ( INWAC ), Mike Marzetta approached several other business owners promoting the idea of the conference . Originally a half-day symposium , the event grew when INWAC joined the Idaho Aerospace Alliance ( now Idaho Manufacturing Association ). Marzetta has remained an ardent supporter as the combined I-90 Aerospace Corridor Conference & Expo enters its seventh year .
Kelly Maloney , vice president of communications at Altek , Inc ., said , “ The I-90 Aerospace Corridor Conference is one of the most anticipated conferences for aerospace manufacturers in the Pacific Northwest . Year after year , the conference delivers the type of information manufacturers seek , from industry forecasts to industry trends and everything in between . As the pandemic becomes a distant memory , this year ’ s ‘ All Systems Go ’ theme is on target !”
The 2023 event falls right after Memorial Day . Day one welcomes attendees and exhibitors to register and set up before a kick-off networking event in the evening . This year , while plans are still in the works , there is talk of a social on one of the resorts ’ scenic lake cruises . The cruises are known for big windows , great cocktails , and beautiful views of Lake Coeur d ’ Alene .
Additionally , an opportunity for area students , parents , and educators to interact with manufacturers and workforce training organizations will be offered . Employers engaging directly with the workforce of the future , always provides an energizing and highly regarded feature of the event .

Join the 2023 Event

Registration is now open ! www . i90aerospacecorridor . org
On the website , sign up for sponsorships , exhibition space , and register .
For questions , contact Staci Nelson at 509-342-8197
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