ProMat 2027 Student Day

Schedule

Wednesday, April 21, 2027 / 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Location: McCormick Place / Vista Ballroom S406

Professional Headshots

Make your best first impression with a complimentary professional headshot! Stop by our Headshot Studio in the Foyer of Vista Ballroom S406 during the Student Day experience. In just minutes, you’ll receive your polished, ready-to-use image via QR code—perfect for LinkedIn, presentations, or future career opportunities.

Student Day Schedule

Pick up your name badge first

Name badges must be picked up at a ProMat Registration Desk before arriving at the Student Day room (Vista Ballroom S406). See where and when to pick up badges.

Student Day schedule for Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Time Description
7:30 AMRegistration Opens
7:30 AM – 8:15 AMBreakfast Served
8:15 AM – 8:30 AMWelcome & Introductions
8:30 AM – 9:30 AMLive Stream of Coach K Keynote
9:30 AM – 9:45 AMBREAK
9:45 AM – 10:15 AMQ&A in Student Day Room by Coach K
10:15 AM – 10:45 AMIndustry Overview by John Paxton, CEO - MHI
10:45 AM – 11:15 AMCareer Advice from a Corporate CEO by Brett Wood, President & CEO, Toyota Material Handling North America
11:15 AM – 12:00 PMLunch
12:00 PM – 12:10 PMTouring the Show Floor
12:10 PM – 12:15 PMLeave for Student Day Tours
12:30 PM – 3:30 PMStudent Day Tours
3:30 PMReturn to Student Day Room
4:00 PMStudent Day Room Closes

Who Can Attend?

  • All students are welcome! Student Day is open to college, university, trade, technical, specialty, and high school students.
  • Attendance is FREE! Participants must be 16 years or older. Students under 18 must attend with a faculty member or adult chaperone.
  • Come ready to make connections! Participants should dress and conduct themselves professionally and be prepared to make a great first impression.

Cost

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