2026 AFS Young Professionals Annual Meeting


November 3 – 4, 2026

Overview

Join the AFS Young Professionals in Waupaca, Wisconsin, for an energizing and inspiring event designed to cultivate the next generation of metalcasting leaders. This multi-day experience is packed with meaningful opportunities for professional growth, peer connection, and industry insight. 

What to Expect: 

  • Exclusive Foundry Tours at Waupaca and Neenah Foundries. Gain behind-the-scenes access to two of the region’s most respected facilities and see innovation in action. 
  • Dynamic Networking with fellow up-and-coming metalcasting professionals , all working toward personal and industry excellence.
  • Engaging Keynote Presentation that speaks to leadership, vision, and the future of manufacturing.
  • Celebration Dinner and Competitive Fun – On Us! Enjoy a complimentary evening meal and relax with your peers in a casual, high-energy setting at the Appleton Axe.
  • Recognition of Excellence – We’ll proudly present the 5th annual Sinto-YP Educational Scholarship to an outstanding Young Professional. 

What do you get for one great price:

  • Bus Transportation to tours and activities 
  • Networking Event on 11/3 (drinks and food included) 
  • Breakfast Buffet on 11/4 
  • 2 Foundry Tours 
  • Engaging Keynote Speaker 
  • Presentation of the 5th SINTO/AFS Young Professionals Education Scholarship 
  • Second Networking event (beverages included) 
  • Dinner Event on 11/4 
  • Axe Throwing/Escape Room/Shuffleboard & Yard Games/ Hammer Schlagen Experiences at Appleton Axe on 11/4 

Whether you’re already in a leadership role or preparing for the next big step, this event will provide tools, insights, and relationships to support your growth and help shape the future of metalcasting.

Location

  • Neehan, WI | Waupaca, WI
  • November 3 – 4, 2026
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Hotel Information

Best Western
  • Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel
  • Neenah, WI

1000 Cameron Way
Neenah, WI 54956

Registration

Registration Fees

AFS Member: $350.00 | Non-member: $525.00 

Buy one registration, and get one registration 50% available for AFS members. Please contact AFS Customer service at 1-800-537-4237 and Customerservice@afsinc.org.

Cancellations & Substitutions

AFS presents a variety of technical and management conferences (in both in-person and virtual formats). The refund policy for AFS conferences is as follows: 1) Substitutions are accepted at no charge at any time up until the start of the conference; 2) Full refunds are offered if AFS is notified in writing of cancellation at least 30 days in advance of the conference. No refunds or credits are available for less than 30 days written notice.