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Bonnie Gurney
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Industry Relations

An experienced executive at AMT, Ms. Gurney plays a pivotal role in forming future strategies for manufacturing trade shows. A consummate relationship builder, Bonnie enjoys bringing innovative technologies to IMTS through the Emerging Technology Center with long-term partners such as Local Motors and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Ms. Gurney is also the principal for IMTS public relations.

An experienced executive at AMT, Ms. Gurney plays a pivotal role in forming future strategies for manufacturing trade shows. A consummate relationship builder, Bonnie enjoys bringing innovative technologies to IMTS through the Emerging Technology Center with long-term partners such as Local Motors and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Ms. Gurney is also the principal for IMTS public relations.

Posts by Bonnie Gurney
Smartforce
By Bonnie GurneySep 22, 2025

Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST Highlights Industry Growth

Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST will bring together manufacturing decision-makers and leaders to experience cutting-edge innovations and connect with peers in Greenville, South Carolina, from Oct. 21-23, 2025.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneySep 15, 2025

Economic Momentum and Technology Advances Build Excitement for IMTS 2026

The foundations for a stronger business climate, the latest advances in manufacturing technology, and the accelerated growth of industrial AI, automation, additive, software, and digital technologies are converging to build excitement for IMTS 2026.

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Smartforce
By Bonnie GurneyAug 19, 2025

Manufacturing Technology Series WEST Spotlights Innovation

Manufacturing Technology Series WEST will bring together manufacturing decision-makers and leaders to focus on cutting-edge innovations and advanced insights on Oct. 7-9, 2025, in Anaheim, California.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyAug 06, 2025

SPS Atlanta 2025 Offers a Gateway to Digital Transformation

Held Sept. 16-18 at the Georgia World Congress Center, SPS Atlanta 2025 is modeled after the world’s premier industrial automation trade show, the SPS – Smart Production Solutions show in Germany.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyAug 06, 2025

Furnishing the Future

Haddy is helping lead the way by moving furniture production closer to home and embracing circular practices that benefit both consumers and the planet.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyJun 06, 2025

Passion Project: The Harmony of Art & Technology

The first episode of the new IMTS+ Original Series “Passion Project” explores how art and technology blended harmoniously in a collaboration between legendary music manufacturer C.F. Martin & Co. and two manufacturing giants, Mazak and Renishaw.

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Smartforce
By Bonnie GurneyApr 15, 2025

Manufacturing Technology Series EAST Focuses on the Future

The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST brings together manufacturing professionals with exciting advancements to shape the future of the industry, May 13-15, 2025, in West Springfield, Massachusetts.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyApr 01, 2025

Technology Evolutions Drive IMTS 2026 Floor Plan Movement

With more than 1 million square feet of exhibit space already booked, IMTS is poised once again to be the strongest manufacturing marketplace in the Western Hemisphere. IMTS 2026 opens Sept. 14-19, 2026. View the floor plan and get exciting updates now!

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Intelligence
By Bonnie GurneyMar 26, 2025

Get Serious With the Manufacturing Technology Series

Regional manufacturing events deliver in four locations.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyJan 28, 2025

‘Passion Project’ Debuts in February

Manufacturing is the process of transforming raw materials into something with value. When you add a fervor for art, a keenness for progress, or a desire to help, you get a passion project.

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