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2026 MPMA Celebration of Manufacturing

Written by Brenda Hawley | Mar 17, 2026, 6:35:10β€―PM
 
Another Year to Celebrate! 
MPMA Celebration of Manufacturing!

You work hard all year, so join us as we wrap up Manufacturing Month with a night out laughing and enjoy some magic!

We are excited to share with you that Magician & Comedian Michael Kent will be joining us for the evening's entertainment. Who is Michael Kent you ask? Take a look here!

 

Michael gives magic a facelift with irreverent comedy and satire. His unique style of performing magic has made him a FAVORITE in over 500 college campuses he’s visited. Michael has performed for audiences all over the globe - from Hollywood, California to US Troops serving overseas. Many colleges and universities book him YEARAFTER YEAR because students can’t wait to see the show again! 

Michael Kent Comic, Magician, Smart@$$!
Named ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR by Campus Activities Magazine
Named MAGICIAN OF THE YEAR by The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities. 

MPMA AWARDS:

We will be recognizing milestone members, along with Partner of the Year, Board Chair Person of the Year, and of course, Manufacturer of the Year! 

WHY SHOULD I ATTEND:

  • Thank a client

  • Reward an employee

  • Treat your significant other to a night out

  • Do some team building 

A fun evening out to celebrate this amazing industry!  

 

Evening Schedule

5:00 pm - Check-In 
5:30 pm - Buffet Dinner + Welcome
6:15 pm - MPMA Updates
6:30 pm - Honor Milestone Members
6:50 pm - Heads or Tails Game
7:00 pm - Awards
7:30 pm - Comic Magician - Michael Kent
8:30 pm - Closing

Pricing:

Individual Member: $115
Individual Non-member: $130
Table (8 people) Member: $900
Table (8 people) Non-member: $1025

***Registration deadline is Monday, October 19, 2026. Questions? Reach out to Christina Vang-Dixon with questions about registration or sponsorship.  events@mpma.com

Voting is closed for the 2026 Manufacturer of the Year.

We will be recognizing the following milestone members of MPMA on October 29.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

*All sponsorships include recognition in event promotions, MPMA website, and on-site signage.


Education Table Sponsor - $1,000 (3 remaining)

    • Covers the cost for students in manufacturing to attend this event, including scholarship recipients
    • Recognition from emcee
    • Opportunity to meet students and scholarship recipients
    • Signage and recognition from emcee
 

Thank You Sponsors!


Dinner Sponsor


Beverage Sponsor

 

Education Table Sponsor (3 available)

 

Heads or Tails Game Sponsor