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SMU Steel Summit 2025: Keeping you a step ahead
Written by Stephanie Ritenbaugh
June 6, 2025
August is just around the corner, and we are counting down to our 2025 SMU Steel Summit in Atlanta.
With the pace that news has been breaking lately, there will be no shortage of things to discuss. You can hear directly from experts on what’s happening and how to stay a step ahead. See the full agenda here.
So far, nearly 800 steel industry professionals have signed up, and we’re on pace to exceed last year’s record attendance of over 1,500! That means a lot of ideas to share, tons of networking, and plenty of new people to meet. So, bring your business cards.
And nearly 400 companies have registered to attend. You can check out that list here.
The 2025 SMU Steel Summit runs Monday, Aug. 25, through Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) in Atlanta.
Spaces are filling up, so be sure to reserve your seat now!
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
Stephanie Ritenbaugh
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