Lean Manufacturing Workshops and B2B Connections
Our partners at Impact Washington, the local NIST MEP, provided hands-on learning through lean manufacturing workshops, equipping attendees with techniques to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and scale operations.
In addition, structured B2B meetings facilitated valuable connections, reinforcing the strong sense of community that PNAA ADVANCE is known for. Attendees met with multiple companies including Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, Lockheed, MagniX, ZeroAvia and more, giving them the opportunity to connect across multiple sectors of the industry and providing them with a chance to further diversify their customer base.
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Commitment to Community
At PNAA we know that workforce continues to be a challenge for many companies, so by enabling multiple students and workforce training companies to attend the conference, we can deepen those connections and make meaningful improvements towards the goal of increasing the workforce pipeline.
An Electrifying Atmosphere
More than anything, the energy at this year’ s conference was electric. Attendees frequently commented on the high level of networking opportunities and the strong sense of community. The aerospace industry is often built on relationships, and PNAA ADVANCE continues to be a premier event for fostering meaningful connections between suppliers, OEMs, and emerging innovators.
Looking Ahead
While it’ s difficult to predict the full impact of this year’ s conference, one thing is clear: the discussions, insights, and collaborations forged here will shape the industry’ s path forward. From tackling supply chain constraints to embracing new technologies and fostering global partnerships, PNAA ADVANCE 2025 provided the momentum needed to rise together toward a stronger, more resilient aerospace future.
Next year will be a historic moment for PNAA as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of PNAA ADVANCE. For a quarter of a century, this conference has brought together aerospace leaders, suppliers, innovators, and visionaries to strengthen the Pacific Northwest’ s position as a global aerospace hub.