Networking Activities

STLE's Annual Meeting is the premier event for bringing together industry professionals from around the world in one location. Take advantage and join us for the networking activities set up during the meeting.

Sunday through Thursday, May 21-25
Speakers Breakfast
Lead authors and course presenters are invited to meet with Session and Paper Solicitation Chairs for a continental breakfast at 7 am on the days of their presentations. This is a great time to review the session schedule and note any last-minute changes. Speakers should plan on attending.

Sunday, May 21
Early Career Networking Reception
Students and young tribologists gather for an event defined by its networking value, camaraderie and good times. If you’re from the next generation of STLE members, come join us for an evening of friendship and relationship building. The 2017 Early Career Networking Reception is 6:30-8 pm at Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery (a short walking distance from the Hyatt Regency Atlanta).

Monday, May 22
Networking Reception
This is the annual meeting’s central networking event and a way for you to reconnect with old friends while making new ones. Since people come to STLE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition from around the world, this truly is an international event. Relax, socialize and add to your list of professional contacts through this outstanding networking event.  

Tuesday, May 23
Presidents Luncheon
The annual meeting’s major business function draws virtually all attendees for a two-hour event honoring STLE’s incoming and outgoing presidents, award winners and top volunteers. Come honor 2016-2017 President Ali Erdemir with Argonne National Laboratory and 2017-2018 President Mike Anderson with Falex Corporation. A ticket for the Presidents Luncheon is included in the meeting registration and free to STLE Corporate Member representatives (two tickets) and students. Guest tickets for the luncheon are $50 and can be purchased at the STLE Registration Desk.