AIST

The executive forum addresses new capital investment opportunities and green technology, along with China’s peak production, rising low-cost imports, and changing U.S. tariff schedules. It brings together leaders across the global steel value chain, including raw-material suppliers, steelmakers, processors, fabricators, buyers, traders, technology and equipment providers, and investors. Its program connects strategic market economics with steel production technology.

The conference objective is to enhance the value of participation in AIST activities and provide resources to help attendees grow as leaders in the association and the steel industry. Program topics include a North American steel update, economic perspectives, AIST strategic plan and program updates, and a rapid-fire discussion for questions, comments, and concerns. Leadership sessions address leading through uncertainty using neuroscience, psychology, and practical leadership strategies. A session on applying AI across a steel business addresses finance, supply chain, HR, and sales; data privacy and protecting proprietary know-how; AI adoption examples; identifying which data is safe to use with which tools; and preparing an implementation plan for IT. The event is invitation-only and open to Member Chapter officers, Technology Committee officers, Board of Director members, Board standing committee officers, and AIST Foundation Board of Trustees.