Please note that this is a Manufacturing, Industrial, Distribution, and Construction operating company event only.  This event is not open to service providers or those that service these industries. If you are not sure if you fit the criteria for this event, please email us at events@mmlgroup.org.

For 40+ years, Craftsmen Industries has been the market leader in design, engineering and production of marketing vehicles, large-format graphics and industrial fabrication. Craftsmen prides themselves on being a one-stop shop of in-house graphic, paint, engineering and fabrication teams. Craftsmen’s fearless attitude allows them to transform customers’​ ideas, whether hand-drawn sketches or detailed renderings, into full-scale products uniquely tailored to their needs.

So how do you make such an amazing company even better, design and execute a resilient sales engine, pivot, reinvent, and advance your sophistication for fun and profit. Come and learn how Mark accomplished this.

If you are a Manufacturing, Industrial, Distribution, or Construction operating company owner, executive, or leader, you won’t want to miss this event!

Speaker: Mark Steele

Mark Steele is the Chairman, CEO and owner of Craftsmen Industries, a leading provider of innovative solutions for technology integrators, event marketing, graphics, and fabrication. He provides over 30 years of experience in private and public company leadership as well as board leadership. Mark provides strategic vision, operational excellence, and financial acumen to a dynamic and creative team of craftspeople.

Mark’s mission is to support and empower their talented staff to achieve professional resilience through Servant Leadership, Open Book Management and the Tugboat Institute’s Seven Principles of Evergreen Companies. Mark strives to deliver exceptional value to his clients, to help them grow their businesses with integrity and innovation.

Mark has a passion for industrial design, engineering, sales excellence and manufacturing. His track record includes improving processes, developing new businesses, and driving profitability across various industries. Mark also enjoys sharing his insights and expertise as an independent board member and advisor.

MML Event Details
Friday, March 14th, 2025
7:30 – 8:00 am – Check In, Hot Breakfast, and Networking
8:00 – 8:50 am – Presentation
8:50 – 9:00 am – Question & Answer

Event Location
The Lodge Des Peres
1050 Des Peres Rd.
St Louis, MO 63131

Event Registration