Complimentary Education
Deep learning, knowledge sharing, and dynamic demonstrations take your CAMX education experience to new heights! CAMX goes beyond the classroom with access to what’s now and next in materials, technology, and manufacturing innovation.
General Session
With more than 30 years of experience in the defense and aerospace industry, Gregory (Greg) M. Ulmer has led a significant number of programs at Lockheed Martin while building an impressive record of leadership and strong customer relationships.
Mr. Ulmer will kick off CAMX 2021 with an insightful and inspirational keynote at the General Session, open to all attendees and exhibitors, focusing on composites innovations, advanced manufacturing technology, and the future Aerospace factory. Mr. Ulmer will also share more about the future of aviation at Lockheed Martin and provide an overview of the company.
Learning Objectives:
- An understanding of the Lockheed Martin enterprise, including products and people.
- Appreciate the history and approach of composites development for advanced aircraft at the company.
- Learn about the digital thread and how it has enabled advanced manufacturing and materials technologies.
- Understand next generation of products emerging.
Gregory (Greg) M. Ulmer is the executive vice president (EVP) of the Aeronautics business area for Lockheed Martin Corporation. Throughout his career, Mr. Ulmer has led several critical projects for Lockheed Martin, including initiatives for the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft program, Vice President of Operations for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Advanced Development Programs (ADP), also known as the Skunk Works®. Other critical leadership projects include efforts as the C-5 Vice President and Program Manager responsible for the overall operations and leadership of the C-5 Reliability Enhancement and Re-Engining Program and the Avionics Modernization Program; the C-130 Deputy Program Manager for Operations; C-130 Air Vehicle Director; Deputy Chief Engineer and Flight Test Integrated Product Team (IPT) Senior Manager and more. Mr. Ulmer began his career as a flight test engineer supporting the MD- 11, C-17, and C-130J programs from first flight through certification for all three aircraft.
LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS
CAMX features a unique three-day learning experience, with over 10 live demos on vacuum infusion, light resin transfer molding, and advanced processes producing real-life parts, such as a boat hull. See, touch, feel, and learn from industry leaders...only at CAMX!
CAMPFIRE SESSIONS
Interact with subject matter experts and like-minded colleagues to discuss new trends and industry developments during campfire sessions. View the most popular Campfire Sessions from 2020 here.
Intro to Composites
Curious how composite materials can solve your traditional material challenges? New to working with or manufacturing with composites? View these free recorded sessions to better understand the various uses and benefits composites can bring to a variety of products. Recorded sessions include Composites 101, Composites 201, Tooling 101, and Factory of the Future 101.
Composites 101 | View here.
Tooling 101 | View here.
Composites 201 | View here.
Factory of the Future 101 | View here.
Good Day, CAMX!
Finish up your CAMX experience with one final networking opportunity. Learn how one composites manufacturer is transitioning from the old guard to the new with respect for the past and excitement for the possibilities in the future. Moderated by Marcy Offner, Composites One, this interactive discussion will feature Best Bath and its current co-CEO, Megan Multanen, along with her father and Best Bath Founder and Chairman of the Board, Gary Multanen. They will discuss what they have learned from one another, where they differ, what the outlook for the future is, and what is the one thing that makes their relationship work. In the end, one thing will be clear, whether a family business or just a multi-generational company, we all have much to learn from one another to succeed.
