VMA Events & Webinars Calendar
VMA Events & Webinars Calendar
VMA EHS&S Committee Meeting - Q3 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The next EHS&S Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 28, at 10:00 AM virtually via Microsoft Teams. This is a VMA members only meeting.
Edrevel AI Webinar: AI-Enabled Workforce in Action
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join Edrevel AI for a live webinar on how AI can help you understand your workforce readiness using a practical manufacturing scenario.
VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee Meeting - Q3 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee Members Only - A meeting of the VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee will take place on Thursday, October 1, at 10AM. The meeting will take place virtually using Microsoft Teams.
VMA Energy Resources Committee (ERC) Meeting - 10/01/2026
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
The next VMA Energy Resources Committee Meeting will be on Thursday, October 1 from 1:30PM - 3:00PM.
Sumitomo Machinery Corporation Plant Tour
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for a tour showcasing Sumitomo’s various manufacturing capabilities. See shaft and gear manufacturing, steel fabrication and welding, and walk through Sumitomo's state-of-the-art Power Institute.
VEDP Webinar: Using AI to Win International Customers
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join VEDP for a practical discussion on how businesses can be found and trusted by global customers using AI tools.
Virginia Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program Employer Advisory Group
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
A statewide employer advisory group is being organized for the Virginia Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program to guide skill-gap validation, apprenticeship work-process development, and related technical instruction. Seven employers have ...
DOLI Training: Hazard Temperature Safety Training
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
DOLI is offering ‘no-cost’ training in Hazard Temperature Safety on Thursday, October 8 from 8am-noon at the Virginia Public Safety Training Center in Hanover, VA.
Virginia Maritime Association's International Trade Symposium
12:00 AM
Stay ahead in global logistics and trade at the Virginia Maritime Association's International Trade Symposium, returning to Norfolk this fall for its 23rd year.
Barrett Machine Plant Tour
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
VMA members are invited to an exclusive tour of Barrett Machine, Inc., located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley at Stonewall Industrial Park in Winchester, Virginia.
VMA Air Regulation Subcommittee Meeting - Q3 2026
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
*Air Regulation Subcommittee Members Only* A meeting of the VMA Air Regulation Subcommittee will take place at 1:30pm on Monday, October 19.
2026 WIM VA Leadership Conference
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Join us for the WIM VA Leadership Conference on October 20, at the University of Richmond’s Jepson Alumni Center!
VMA Government Relations Council Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for the October VMA Government Relations Committee (GRC) meeting as we continue preparations for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly Session, identify emerging issues, and develop VMA’s legislative and advocacy strategy.
2026 Virginia Manufacturing Gala
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join VMA for a night of elegance, innovation, and celebration as we unveil the category winners and Best in Show winner of the Virginia Manufacturing Cup.
VMA Government Relations Council Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for the November VMA Government Relations Committee (GRC) meeting as we continue preparations for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly Session and further develop VMA’s legislative and advocacy priorities.
2026 Competitiveness Index Results & Member Briefing
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join the VMA for a virtual meeting from noon – 1pm on Wednesday, December 2. The meeting will feature a presentation on the 2026 Virginia Manufacturing Competitiveness Index by special guest speaker Ted Abernathy of Economic Leadership.
VMA Holiday Open House 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the VMA Board of Directors, executive leadership team, and top allies for a special seasonal gathering in recognition of your steadfast support of Virginia manufacturing. This event is for VMA members and invited guests!
VMA Government Relations Council Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for the December VMA Government Relations Committee (GRC) meeting as we finalize preparations for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly Session and position VMA for the start of Session in January.
2027 Makers in the Square
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Makers in the Square advocacy event on Monday, February 1!
2027 WIM Virginia Spring Retreat
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This half-day, in-person event will feature amazing thought leaders and roundtable discussions and bring peers from across the Commonwealth to connect, share experiences, and learn—togetHER.
2027 Virginia Energy Regulation 101 Workshop
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Virginia Energy Regulation 101 Workshop is an informative session held before the annual Virginia Energy Summit to provide legislators and their staff with a comprehensive overview of Virginia’s energy regulatory framework.
2027 Virginia Energy Summit
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
6th Annual Virginia Energy Summit sessions focus on the relationship between energy, critical infrastructure, and national security. This event is crucial for those invested in the Commonwealth's energy needs.
2027 Virginia Environmental Health & Safety (VEHS) Conference & Expo
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of VEHS that brings together environmental, health, safety, and industry allies from across Virginia.