Annual Conference Sessions & Speakers

 ANNUAL CONFERENCE SESSIONS & SPEAKERS

Keynote Breakfast - Wednesday, November 6, 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 

Stress Less, Achieve More: Turning Pressure into Productivity

Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. In fact, a study by the American Institute of Stress found that 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress. In this talk, Dr. Sharon Grossman, a leading stress and productivity expert, equips you with the strategies to turn stress into a strength, find work-life balance, and boost productivity without the burnout.

Dr. Sharon GrossmanAbout Dr. Sharon Grossman

Dr. Sharon Grossman is a keynote speaker, executive coach, business consultant, and author of The Stress Advantage with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and organizations overcome stress and achieve their goals.

Her unique approach to stress management focuses on transforming your relationship to stress so it becomes your competitive advantage. In addition, Sharon helps leaders recover from burnout in just weeks through her unique Exhausted to Extraordinary™program.

When she’s not speaking to audiences or coming up with creative solutions for her clients, Dr. Sharon spends time with her family in Miami Beach, travels the world, and salsa dances.


Educational Breakout Sessions - Multiple Sessions Daily

Our daily educational sessions are designed to help you:

  • Innovate: Discover groundbreaking ideas and forward-thinking strategies from industry leaders that can redefine how attendees approach their goals.
  • Fabricate: Dive into educational sessions designed to turn visions into reality. Whether it’s new skills, projects or products, attendees will leave with tangible results and a toolkit for success.
  • Dominate: Make powerful connections and gain exclusive insights by networking with industry leaders who can help overcome challenges and elevate successes.  

Explore Sessions, Speakers and Dates/Times:

Education Sessions Innovate    Education Sessions Fabricate    Education Sessions Dominate  


ISFA Recognition and Awards Luncheon - Wednesday, November 6, 12:00-1:45 PM 

The ISFA Awards Luncheon brings together the industry’s best to be honored for their work throughout the past year. Open to all registrants and award nominees (ticketed event), this event will include a seated lunch with an awards ceremony and entertainment.


Welcome Reception - Wednesday, November 6, 4:00-6:00 PM 

The Welcome Reception officially kicks off the 2024 ISFA Annual Conference and brings attendees together for casual networking. Open to all registrants, this event will include complimentary beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and entertainment.


Lunch & Learn Offsite Curated Activities - Thursday, November 7, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM 

Take A Bite of Fabrication: Industry Exploration Tour

Venetian Lady Boat Tour of MiamiBe the talk of the Biscayne Bay as ISFA cruises the iconic Miami skyline. Attendees will have the opportunity to leave a hotel ballroom for panoramic views on the Venetian Lady. Moderated by industry experts, this lunch and learn will be a fabricator’s dream. 

 


Partner Party - Thursday, November 7, 5:30-7:30 PM 

This entertaining event brings together members interested in getting involved in ISFA, first-time conference attendees, conference veterans, and our top-notch industry partners. Come be a part of a fun-themed event that highlights what makes us so great.


Roundtable Breakfast Great Idea Swap - Friday, November 8, 9:00 AM-10:30 AM  

The great idea swap is your opportunity to learn from the best minds in the industry as we join together to conclude the 2024 ISFA Conference. Your "entrance fee" to the event is a good idea (it can be something small or a big change you have made) that has impacted your business. We will keep track of all the great ideas and then vote at the end for the 2024 ISFA conference idea of the year.  The winner will receive a prize!

Conference Agenda