Events

The YP Network will visit Innovative Plastics in Madison, AL, on February 13, 2020. 

During this 1-day workshop, attendees will view manufacturing best practices through a tour of Innovative Plastics, network with other young professionals and Innovative Plastics staff, and gain real-world problem-solving experience. Attendees will participate in an interactive innovation workshop featuring case studies provided by fellow MAPP member companies. More details about the Innovation Workshop to come!

Innovative specializes in custom plastic injection molding, injection mold building, and contract manufacturing. Innovative produces custom products for companies in a large variety of industries, including automotive, recreational boating, consumer products, medical equipment, electronics, outdoor products, sporting goods, toys, pool and spa, and various industrial equipment markets. Learn more about Innovative Plastics on their website.

Agenda:

Wednesday, February 12th

• 6:00pm - Evening Networking Reception

Thursday, February 13th

• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast & Kickoff
• 9:00AM - 10:00AM: Problem Solving Roundtables
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Plant Tour
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Working Lunch
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Innovation and Change Management Workshop
• 3:00 PM: Event Adjourns

Benefits of Attending:

• Exposure to Innovation best practices in mold building, injection molding and part design
• Networking with colleagues and peers
• Real-world problem-solving experience

Hotel & Travel

• Airports
  • It is recommended to fly into the Huntsville Airport (about 2 minutes from hotel & 20 minutes from Innovative Plastics)
  • Nashville Airport may have more accessible flights, and is approximately 1.5-2 hour drove
• Hotel
  • MAPP has solidified a room block and space at the Four Points by Sheraton Huntsville 
    • You can make reservations by January 18, 2020 here: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1579530781256&key=GRP&app=resvlink