Haas Automation, Inc. headquarters, Oxnard, CA. This event combines a tour of Haas Automation, Inc.’s facility with educational sessions addressing gear marketing and manufacturing as a unique niche, tools to weather the economic downturn, manufacturing in a green economy and an introduction to AGMA’s new System Efficiency Initiative. The first day of the meeting consists of a golf outing and networking dinner. The Strategic Resources network is a group consisting of new and upcoming gear industry professionals in AGMA. The goal is for participants to grow by providing educational forums addressing leadership, best business practices, AGMA programs and personal development. Cost is $395 for members, $450 for nonmembers.