Hi,
I thought this conference might be of interest, for both women currently in manufacturing, as well as for companies interested in increasing the number of women in the manufacturing field.

Details below.

"The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) is the only national trade association dedicated to providing year-round support to women who have chosen a career in the manufacturing industry."

Thanks,
Mark


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Mark Martin, PhD
Regional Director - Adv Mfg  |  Employer Engagement
Bay Area Community Colleges


650 248-7728 (c)

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ANNOUNCING THE 2021 
WiM NORTH REGIONAL CONFERENCE!
On June 23 and 24, the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) will be heading north (virtually!) and bringing with us knowledge experts from automotive, metals, machinery, food and beverage, and other industries based in the region during WiM North 2021! 
This two-day event fosters both personal and professional development for attendees from across the manufacturing industry and at all levels and job functions.
Registration is open with discounted rates available for a limited time!
REGISTER NOW!
 
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The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) is the only national trade association dedicated to providing year-round support to women who have chosen a career in the manufacturing industry.
  
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Wednesday, June 23 
Eastern Time (ET)
1:00 - 1:10 p.m.  Welcome Address
Allison Grealis, President and Founder - Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Association and Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF)
1:15 - 1:45 p.m.  Opening Keynote
Jana Gessner, Vice President - Environmental, Health, and Safety - PepsiCo
2:00 - 2:30 p.m.  Regional State of Manufacturing Industry
2:40 - 3:30 p.m.  Breakout Sessions
Your Functional Relevance: Linking to the Strategic Plan
Jd Marhevko, VP Quality, ZF Division U - ZF Group
Hoshin Kanri… This hands-on session helps participants to learn how to effectively develop an aligned and functional business plan by leveraging their organization’s business strategies. The plan will be further developed into agile, tactical actions with metrics. This method is used successfully by multiple types of organizations and is considered a best in class format. Participants will create and take home a working sample relevant to their unique business environment. Professionals will see how they can visualize, articulate and execute a plan based on their personal function to meet their goals and objectives via Hoshin Kanri.  
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.  One-on-On Coaching Sessions (Optional)
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.  Virtual Happy Hour
Thursday, June 24
Eastern Time (ET)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.  One-on-On Coaching Sessions (Optional)
10:00 - 10:05 a.m. Day 2 Kick-Off 
10:10 - 11:00 a.m.  Breakout Sessions
11:05 - 11:50 a.m.  Status of the Mobility Industry:  COVID, Semiconductors, Electrification and CAV’s 
Carla Bailo, President & CEO - Center for Automotive Research (CAR)
There has never been a more exciting time to be in the automotive/mobility industry especially if you crave disruption, crisis, and continuous learning!  We’ve seen the industry pivot and be agile as never before and this isn’t going to stop anytime soon.  Legacy vehicles continue to do well in the market IF it is a SUV,CUV or electric.  New mobility modes continue to be introduced into the marketplace from many legacy and new providers.  Data continue to be king in every aspect and understanding and utilizing t this data to improve the consumer experience will rule the day.  This talk will touch upon these aspects and more.
12:30 - 1:15 p.m.  Panel Discussion
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.  Workshop: Achieve Greater Control and Balance, Be a Leader: Neuroscience of Emotional Intelligence for Working Women 
Dr. Yelena Akelina, DVM MS, Director/Instructor in Clinical Microsurgery - Columbia University, Life Coach, Co-Owner - NEQ Forum and Dr. Justin James Kennedy, Executive Coach, Lic. Behavior Analyst, Professor in Applied Neuroscience
The topic will discuss the following issues:
  • Why we react, the difference between emotions and feelings, and practical tools for increasing control
  • Early signs of burnout, plus practical tool how to intervene and prevent it
  • How to recognize and control feeling of others in your team or your life, plus practical tools for becoming an even better leader, partner and parent.
  • Practical tools on how to deal with work challenges like bullying, frustration and fears
3:05 p.m.  Closing Remarks