Published by National Association of Manufacturers / MLC
Prestige 78/100Deadline
Jan 30, 2026
Applications closed
Fee
Varies / not stated publicly
Time to Apply
2–4 hrs
Winners
March 2026 finalists; winners at June 24, 2026 gala
The Manufacturing Leadership Awards, run by the Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC), the digital transformation division of the National Association of Manufacturers, recognize outstanding manufacturing projects and individual leaders in digital transformation. Companies pursue it for industry recognition, credibility with customers and peers, and visibility at the annual gala; finalists and winners are publicly announced and celebrated by MLC and NAM. Credibility signals include an established national trade association host, a formal judging process, published rules, and a gala recognition event.