Kristin brings a varied background to her work that includes project management, process improvement, marketing and communications, analytics, and more. At heart, she is a problem-solver who loves wicked problems, big ideas, and working with smart people to overcome challenges that initially seem impossible. Always on the lookout for the next big and interesting project, Kristin is passionate about incorporating data-driven decision-making, comprehensive and thoughtful analysis, inclusive thinking, and enthusiastic drive into everything she does.
Kristin brings a varied background to her work that includes project management, process improvement, marketing and communications, analytics, and more. At heart, she is a problem-solver who loves wicked problems, big ideas, and working with smart people to overcome challenges that initially seem impossible. Always on the lookout for the next big and interesting project, Kristin is passionate about incorporating data-driven decision-making, comprehensive and thoughtful analysis, inclusive thinking, and enthusiastic drive into everything she does.
Fed Interest Rate Cuts Could Lead to Increased Capital Investment as Capacity Constraints Grow
Any move by the Federal Reserve that keeps the economy growing at or above its current pace would spur additional investment in manufacturing technology given the currently elevated capacity utilization levels.
Fed’s Soft Landing May Ignite Manufacturing Technology Market Growth
In a widely anticipated move, the Federal Reserve slashed the federal funds rate by another 25 basis points to a target range of 4.5% to 4.75%. The manufacturing technology industry may find itself at the beginning of a strong market.
Latest GDP Release Shows Manufacturing Sectors Exceed General Economic Growth
Today the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released their first estimate of GDP for the third quarter of 2024. According to the first estimate, GDP grew 2.8% at an annualized rate.
6 Tips To Maximize Your Trade Show Leads
Seasoned exhibitors know that the few weeks following a show are crucial for following up with your leads. Here are a few tips and resources to help make the most of your post-show outreach.
What the Fed Interest Rate Cut May Mean for Manufacturers
In a highly anticipated move, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced the target rate would be cut 50 basis points, bringing the federal funds rate to a 4.75% to 5% target range.
What Fed Chair Powell’s Address Means for Manufacturing
Today, Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave the most concrete signal yet that interest rate cuts are on the horizon at his Jackson Hole press conference. For manufacturers closely watching the developments and anticipating IMTS 2024, the outlook is promising.
AMT and SVR Evolve Collaborative Alliance To Expand Growth of Robotics in Manufacturing
The organizations favor a collaborative partnership as independent entities to enhance operational performance, responsiveness, and strategic flexibility.
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2024 Set for June 4-5 in Pittsburgh
Event to Connect Small and Medium Manufacturers with Experts in Smart Technologies
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and SME Announce New Strategic Partnership in Workforce Development
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and SME announced a strategic partnership today, making bigger strides together toward solving North America’s manufacturing workforce challenges.
AMT Works With Sompo International To Provide Insurance Expertise
AMT is working with Sompo International, a global provider of property and casualty insurance. Through this alliance, Sompo International will share their thought leadership through articles in AMT media and speaking slots at AMT member events.