What separates a workforce training facility that meets today’s needs from one that continues creating value for decades to come? Join higher education and design leaders as they explore how advanced manufacturing facilities have evolved from specialized training spaces into strategic assets that support academic goals, attract industry partnerships, strengthen regional economies, and adapt to changing workforce demands. Through two real-world case studies, attendees will uncover key lessons in integrated planning, funding, flexibility, and collaboration, while gaining actionable strategies they can apply to future campus projects. Whether you’re planning a new facility or rethinking an existing one, this session will challenge assumptions and provide a roadmap for designing with purpose and preparing for what’s next.