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A Day of Insights, Innovation, Free Lunch, and Networking

Join the PTC/User Group of the Carolinas and industry experts for an interactive day of technical sessions, live demos, and community networking. This event brings together Creo and Windchill users for hands-on learning, practical strategies, and a chance to connect with peers at the

From advanced modeling and AI for product development to the transition toward part-centric and MBD practices, this program is built to help engineering and product lifecycle professionals sharpen their skills and discover new ways to accelerate development.

A lunch will be provided to all attendees!

Why Attend?

This event blends expert-led presentations with community learning and networking. You’ll see live demonstrations of the latest Creo and Windchill capabilities, explore part-centric and MBD workflows, and learn how AI is being applied in engineering. With opportunities for Q&A, lunch, and informal networking, it’s the perfect balance of education and community connection.

Agenda Overview

The day begins at 9:00 a.m. with check-in, introductions, and an overview of what’s ahead—a packed schedule built to inspire innovation and hands-on learning. Bart Brejcha kicks off the morning with “You Think You Know Sheet Metal?”, a crowd favorite for Creo users ready to refine their skills and uncover new efficiencies. Bryan Enabnit follows with a session on moving from traditional drawings to a Part-Centric, Model-Based Definition (MBD) approach, sharing actionable steps for teams modernizing their design processes. Next, Michael Denis explores Smart Assembly interoperability, highlighting ways to maximize collaboration and capability across projects.

After a networking lunch, Dave Engvall takes the stage for a creative walkthrough of rope knot modeling in Creo, blending precision with practical design. PTC’s Darrsan Raveendran continues the momentum with an inside look at new sheet metal design methodologies and multibody support in Creo, offering engineers a glimpse of the latest enhancements. The afternoon continues as TriStar’s Shawn Schreckengost shares Creo best practices to help teams boost accuracy and productivity. PTC’s Matthew DiCecca follows with a forward-looking session on AI for Creo and Windchill, showcasing how intelligent tools are shaping the next generation of design. The day wraps up with Felco Solutions presenting Modernizing Windchill: Customization with DevOps Practices, offering insight into scalable, efficient PLM management.

It’s a full day of innovation, practical takeaways, and community collaboration—built to help you design smarter, connect deeper, and drive progress faster.

Register Today

Space is limited for this interactive PTC/USER of the Carolinas event. Sign up now to reserve your spot and join us for a day of learning, networking, and community at TopGolf!