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Generac's Elizabeth Anderson recognized by the Manufacturing Institute for 2024 Women MAKE Awards

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

This annual national awards program recognizes women at all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite, who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers.

Key Points: 
  • This annual national awards program recognizes women at all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite, who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers.
  • The Women MAKE Awards are part of the Manufacturing Institute's MAKE America initiative, the nation's marquee program to close the gender gap in manufacturing.
  • Women MAKE America aims to build the 21st-century manufacturing workforce by empowering and inspiring women.
  • Anderson also is a member of the Southern Wisconsin chapter of Women in Manufacturing (WiM) and the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee.

Women Are More Likely To Find Career Satisfaction In Manufacturing Than Their Male Counterparts, Fourth-Annual Survey From Women in Manufacturing And Xometry Finds

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The survey also revealed that women are more likely than their male counterparts to recommend a career in manufacturing (80% to 74%).

Key Points: 
  • The survey also revealed that women are more likely than their male counterparts to recommend a career in manufacturing (80% to 74%).
  • The overwhelming majority of women (90%) and men (67%) believe that diversity improves business outcomes.
  • For women in manufacturing, the sky's the limit.”
    “We firmly believe in the transformative power of women to drive the manufacturing industry forward,” said Allison Grealis, President and Founder of WiM.
  • Click here for a copy of the Career Advancement for Women in Manufacturing Annual Report.

Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Board of Directors Announced

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Monday, March 4, 2024

The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the election of 21 members to its 2024 Board of Directors, whose terms begin on April 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the election of 21 members to its 2024 Board of Directors, whose terms begin on April 1, 2024.
  • “We rely on our board to provide leadership and expertise during an exciting season of growth and innovation within both WiMEF and the manufacturing sector.”
    The 21-member board of directors supports the organization’s work to advance women in the manufacturing workforce.
  • WiMEF is the 501(c)3 partner organization to the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM), the only national trade association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women in manufacturing.
  • The WiM Education Foundation (WiMEF) is the 501(c)(3) partner of the Women in Manufacturing® Association, a 26,000-member national and global trade association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women who have chosen a career in manufacturing.

BASF executive Kristen Pforr inducted into Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kristen Pforr, BASF Vice President of Operations, Care Chemicals, has been inducted into the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame.

Key Points: 
  • FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kristen Pforr, BASF Vice President of Operations, Care Chemicals, has been inducted into the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame.
  • Pforr is one of 10 female manufacturing leaders selected for the global award, which recognizes women who have made, or are making, significant contributions to the manufacturing industry while supporting, promoting, and inspiring other women in manufacturing.
  • A BASF employee for 15 years, Pforr is responsible for more than 400 colleagues and more than a billion dollars in manufacturing assets across nine North America sites.
  • To learn more about the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame, visit https://www.wimef.org/women-in-manufacturing-hall-of-fame .

AFL’s Lisa Gunton to be inducted into the 2023 Class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

AFL announces Lisa Gunton, Vice President of Human Resources, has been named as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame inductees.

Key Points: 
  • AFL announces Lisa Gunton, Vice President of Human Resources, has been named as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame inductees.
  • The Hall of Fame is a national recognition of women who have made or are making renowned contributions to the manufacturing industry while supporting, promoting, and inspiring other women in manufacturing.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230810442798/en/
    AFL’s Lisa Gunton to be inducted into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame (Photo: Business Wire)
    Inductees were nominated by their colleagues and industry peers and selected by a judging panel of Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF).
  • "We are thrilled to announce the 2023 inductees into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame,” said WiMEF Executive Director, Gretchen Moore.

Shaw's Susan Farris Honored as a 2023 Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame Inductee

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

DALTON, Ga., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group Inc.'s (Shaw) Susan Farris, executive vice president of enterprise experiences, has been inducted into the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame. Each of the leaders recognized by WiM have exhibited a commitment to growing the voice of women and creating pathways for them to succeed in the manufacturing industry. Farris and the other honorees will be recognized at an Induction Ceremony and Gala on September 26 at the Women in Manufacturing SUMMIT in San Diego, Ca.

Key Points: 
  • Shaw Industries Group Inc.'s Susan Farris, executive vice president of enterprise experiences, has been inducted into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame.
  • DALTON, Ga., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw Industries Group Inc.'s ( Shaw ) Susan Farris, executive vice president of enterprise experiences, has been inducted into the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Hall of Fame.
  • The Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame recognizes women who have made, or are making, renowned contributions to the manufacturing industry by promoting, supporting, and inspiring women in manufacturing.
  • For more information about the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame and the 2023 WiM SUMMIT, visit the https://www.wimef.org/women-in-manufacturing-hall-of-fame .

Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Announces 2023 Class of Hall of Fame Inductees

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the 10 prestigious women leaders who comprise the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.

Key Points: 
  • The Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) is pleased to announce the 10 prestigious women leaders who comprise the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.
  • The Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame honors women who have made outstanding contributions during the course of their established careers in manufacturing.
  • “We are thrilled to announce the 2023 inductees into the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame,” said WiMEF Executive Director Gretchen Moore.
  • The WiM Education Foundation (WiMEF) is the 501(c)(3) partner of Women in Manufacturing® Association, a more than 20,000-member-strong association dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women who have chosen a career in manufacturing.

Rootstock Software to Host “Women in Manufacturing” Luncheon in Cincinnati

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Rootstock Software, a recognized leader in the Manufacturing Cloud ERP space, is thrilled to announce its upcoming “Women in Manufacturing” Luncheon , which will be held at the Cincinnatian Hotel on July 27 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT.

Key Points: 
  • Rootstock Software, a recognized leader in the Manufacturing Cloud ERP space, is thrilled to announce its upcoming “Women in Manufacturing” Luncheon , which will be held at the Cincinnatian Hotel on July 27 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT.
  • This event aims to celebrate the achievements of women in this industry, foster networking among these professionals, and inspire the next generation of women disruptors.
  • “We’re proud to be hosting this Women in Manufacturing Luncheon, as it aligns with Rootstock’s commitment to promote diversity and inclusivity in the industry,” said Praveena Khatri , Vice President of Growth Marketing at Rootstock Software.
  • “We are extending a warm welcome to women manufacturing professionals—from manager level and above and from various disciplines and departments.

The Supply Chain Network Opens Registration for Women in Supply Chain Forum, the Industry's Exclusive Networking and Educational Event

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

FORT ATKINSON, Wis., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive opens registration for the second annual Women in Supply Chain Forum, an in-person event designed to bring together CEOs, Presidents, Partners, Vice Presidents, and Director-Level Decision Makers in charge of shipment, distribution centers, warehousing, and third party logistics in order to foster education, growth, networking opportunities, and more.

Key Points: 
  • After a successful inaugural year, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive open registration for the second annual, in-person Women in Supply Chain Forum, aimed at helping supply chain professionals and industry experts learn, grow, network, and more.
  • This year's theme, Better Together: How Collaboration Promotes Women in Supply Chain, will bring together leading experts in the industry to discuss company culture, mentorship, women in STEM, DEI efforts, industry trends and more.
  • "Three years ago, we created and launched the Women in Supply Chain award, designed to honor female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorship and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company's supply chain network," says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.
  • While the supply chain industry is excelling at incorporating more women in the supply chain, there's still more work to be done.

Reell Precision Manufacturing Names Shari Erdman as Co-CEO

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Monday, June 5, 2023

ST. PAUL, Minn., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reell Precision Manufacturing, a world leader in innovative small package motion control, is pleased to announce that Shari Erdman has been promoted to the position of Co-CEO. She will share leadership responsibilities with longtime Reell CEO Kyle Smith.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PAUL, Minn., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reell Precision Manufacturing, a world leader in innovative small package motion control, is pleased to announce that Shari Erdman has been promoted to the position of Co-CEO.
  • Shari joined Reell in 2004 and has worked in many areas of the company including accounting, customer service, office administration, and Coworker Services.
  • Since joining Reell Shari has served Reell in many capacities, which give her a broad understanding of Reell' business and culture.
  • Reell Precision Manufacturing provides high-quality innovative motion control and positioning control solutions to transmit torque, control angular position and protect delicate components from excessive force.