McCormick Place Convention Center
Chicago, IL
United States
Connect with Manufacturing USA at the Women in Manufacturing Summit! The WiM Summit is the Women in Manufacturing Association’s (WiM) annual, flagship conference that brings together manufacturing professionals from all sectors of the manufacturing industry to inspire, educate, and connect.
This year, representatives from the network will present “Advancing Women in MFG: Driving Personal, Community, and Industry Transformation,” on October 13th at 3:00 pm:
Manufacturing is evolving rapidly, creating new opportunities for workers to lead, innovate, and make an impact. From emerging technologies to manufacturing workforce initiatives, these advancements are opening doors for career growth, leadership, and industry transformation. Join four dynamic women as they share pivotal moments, the challenges that shaped their careers, and the strategies that helped them thrive. This session will provide tactical, actionable insights to help attendees advance their careers, build strong networks, and contribute to a more globally competitive manufacturing industry. Key topics include aligning career goals with personal aspirations, building collaborations, and leveraging the federally designated Manufacturing USA network of national manufacturing innovation institutes to access cutting-edge skills and opportunities.
Speakers:
- Cat Ross, Director of Community Engagement, AMT
- Julie Lenzer, Chief Innovation Officer, ARMI BioFabUSA
- Emily Molstad, CEO & Founder, Valis, a ReMADE member
- Suzy Teele, Chief Strategy Officer, ARM Institute
- Jela Trask, VP, Membership and External Relations, MxD