7:30 am | Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

Exhibitor Check-in / Registration Open

11:00 am | Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Registration

Sign in at the registration desk to receive your Matchmaking wristband, appointment card and boxed lunch voucher.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Willow A&B - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Appointment Scheduling

Gain access to the OEM and Tier 1 Supplier buyer room and schedule a minimum of 4 one-on-one appointments (five minutes each) with your targets. *Number of appointments subject to change.* The Matchmaking Event is open to all Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Attendees, featuring the Supplier and B2B appointments with Purchasing representatives from OEMs and Large Tier 1's. Please note that complimentary registration to the entire SAC.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Willow A&B - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Appointments

Practice your elevator pitch! Matchmaking appointments kick off at 1:00 p.m. Extra time? Report to the Matchmaking ‘bullpen’ for opportunities to schedule additional appointments, if time and availability allow.

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Maple - Upper Level

Joint Board Meeting

**Invitation Only**

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Welcome Reception

Early preview of our Exhibit Hall and time to get to know and network with exhibitors! Complimentary food and drinks. Entertainment provided. All attendees are welcome to attend this opening night reception in the conference halls at the Gas South Convention Center. Exhibit Booths will also be open for early business networking.

7:30 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Networking Breakfast / Exhibits Open / Registration Open

8:30 am - 5:30 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Conference Day 1, Morning and Afternoon

Will include: Keynote speakers and panels, Breakout sessions, Exhibitor showcase, Networking opportunities, Featured Podcast Interview

12:30 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Stars of Southern Manufacturing Awards Luncheon

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D and Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

Gala Reception

Amazing food choices including ethnic favorites, beverages, live band entertainment, and surprises - All registered attendees are invited.

7:30 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Networking Breakfast / Exhibits / Registration Open

8:30 am - 5:30 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Conference Day 2, Morning and Afternoon

Will include: Keynote speakers and panels, Breakout sessions, Exhibitor showcase, Networking opportunities, Featured Podcast Interview, Prize Drawing during Closing