This year marks the 10th anniversary of Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night at Fluor Field. The Aug. 5 event reflects a longstanding commitment to promoting careers in advanced manufacturing and engineering throughout the Upstate.
Over the past 10 years, AM&E Night has helped shape the region’s workforce by introducing thousands of students and families to the dynamic world of modern manufacturing. It began at a time when career awareness in this field was limited, and the conversation focused on revitalizing interest in skilled trades and industrial innovation.
This year’s event will spotlight artificial intelligence and its growing impact on companies in the region. The evening will showcase the practical application of AI and demonstrate how it’s transforming business processes locally and globally.
The first iPhone appeared in 2007. Within eight years, when AM&E Night launched in 2016, the world had become fully digital. If you thought the rate of adoption of smartphones was fast, then buckle your seat belts for the pace of change coming with AI. ChatGPT, launched in November 2022, achieved 1 million users in just five days — a milestone that took Facebook 10 months and Twitter 16 months to achieve.
AI promises to reshape industries at an even faster pace. The message to business leaders is clear: Act boldly today or risk becoming uncompetitive tomorrow. Workers recognize that AI will fundamentally change how they work and are calling on their organizations to invest in the training and resources needed to help them thrive in this new era.
Photos: 2024 Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night at Fluor Field
How can companies deploy AI effectively, increasing productivity while unleashing creativity? How can the next-generation workforce prepare for next-generation AI?
These questions and more will be explored during a panel discussion during AM&E Night featuring leaders from BMW Manufacturing, GE Vernova, Greenville Technical College and Fluor Corp. The panel is designed for K-12 students and their families.
The way we work is shifting. New roles and opportunities are on the horizon for today’s students. Get ready for what’s next at Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night at the Greenville Drive.
— Burke Royster, superintendent, Greenville County Schools
— Larry Miller, president, Greenville Technical College
Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Night schedule
All events are held at Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville. Free admission for K-12 students.
- 5:30-9 p.m.: Interactive exhibits will be on display throughout the concourse at Fluor Field.
- 6 p.m.: AI-focused expert panel discussion begins in the Fluor Field 500 Club. Panel will also include opportunities to meet Greenville County Schools students, Greenville Technical College students, new employees and apprentices.
- 6:45 p.m.: Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors
Exhibitors include: BMW Manufacturing, Michelin North America, Greenville Technical College, GE Vernova, Greenville County Schools, Milliken, Fluor Corp., Bosch, Bosch Rexroth, Ryobi, Dodge Industrial, South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, Koops and more.
Sponsored by: Greenville Drive, BMW Manufacturing, Michelin North America, GE Vernova, Greenville County Schools and Greenville Technical College.
Tickets and information: greenvilledrive.com/ame.
