Manufacturing Matters. To commemorate our region's rich history of making quality goods that fuel economic prosperity for our families and our region, we welcome you to the Manufacturing Matters Dinner.
Reflecting on four generations of innovation and quality manufacturing at Buck Knives, CJ Buck, President & CEO, Buck Knives, will present the keynote address, 'Edge of a Legend.'
The evening begins with a networking reception, followed by a gourmet meal and program, featuring CJ Buck.
About our Speaker:
CJ Buck is the Chairman and CEO of Buck Knives, Inc. and the fourth generation to head the family business. CJ?s great grandfather, H.H. Buck, founded the company in 1902. Hoyt was an apprentice blacksmith, making knives out of files and other workshop scraps. The company grew into a father/son partnership in the 1940s and was incorporated in 1961 by Hoyt's oldest son and CJ's grandfather, Al Buck. CJ started on the production line with Buck Knives in 1978. The company relocated their headquarters from San Diego to Post Falls in 2004.
Today, Buck Knives maintains its grip on the competition as the leading brand in the United States for outdoor sporting cutlery. The Buck name is recognized worldwide for quality, innovation and elegant function.
Monday Sep 26, 2016
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Mon., September 26
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Networking Reception
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Dinner & Keynote Address
Mirabeau Park Hotel
1100 N Sullivan - Spokane Valley WA
Individual: $50
Table of 8: $400