Manufacturing Ally Rally

** MEET THE SPEAKER ** We're getting closer to the debut of the Manufacturing Ally Rally at IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show. Steve Kalina is the President and CEO of the Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association and will be on "Collaboration - What does support look like?" panel. This discussion will take place on Thursday, September 12 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST in the #SmartforceSteucentSummit, which is in the East Hall, booth number 121140. Key Takeaways for the audience include: • Mutual Respect and Empathy: Recognize the importance of mutual respect and empathy in fostering supportive relationships and allyship within the manufacturing community.  • Shared Responsibility: Understand that allyship and collaboration require shared responsibility and active participation from all stakeholders, including manufacturers, employees, educators, and community members.  • Inclusive Practices: Explore inclusive practices and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within manufacturing organizations, such as inclusive hiring practices, employee resource groups, and diversity training programs. Chris Luecke Toni Neary Drew Crowe Mavens of Manufacturing Z-Ink Solutions Manufacturing Happy Hour SME AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Meaghan Ziemba #workforcedevelopment #manufacturing #careerpathways #skillsgap #IMTS2024 #WeAreIMTS

** MEET THE SPEAKER ** 33 days left until IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show and one event you don't want to miss is the Manufacturing Ally Rally, featuring Sascha Harrell, MS, Director of Education and #Workforce at Purdue IN-MaC. Sascha has developed #workforce and career awareness programming for students and educators that are interesting and educational and prepare them for the future workforce and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. She has paid particular attention to the manufacturers, ensuring that #advancedmanufacturing is a priority industry and working to bring resources and a talent pipeline to assist their growth and expansion in #Indiana. Sascha will participate in the "Inspiring the Next Generation: Early Pipeline Talent" panel discussion on Monday, September 9, at the #SmartforceStudentSummit Amphitheater booth 121140 in the East Hall on the second level. The discussion will start at 11:00 am CST. The main objective of the discussion is to highlight the critical role of early pipeline talent development in shaping the future of the #manufacturing and #engineering workforce. By bringing together experts like Sascha from various backgrounds, we aim to explore effective strategies for engaging and inspiring younger generations to explore and pursue careers in these fields. Come join the conversation and learn how you can be a better ally to manufacturing! AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology SME Manufacturing Happy Hour Mavens of Manufacturing Z-Ink Solutions The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Toni Neary Drew Crowe Chris Luecke #IMTS2024 #WeAreIMTS #workforcedevelopment #STEMskills #manufacturingallyrally #STEMEducation #STEAM

** MEET THE SPEAKER ** With IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show around the corner and manufacturers still struggling to attract and retain a talented #workforce, the Manufacturing Ally Rally is the event to attend! Join us at the #Smartforce student summit and meet Montez King, Executive Director at NIMS. Mr. King is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the NIMS operation, including administration, programs, and strategic planning. Mr. King’s unique background as a machinist, an educator, and a trainer makes him ideally suited to bring NIMS’ dynamic vision to life. Before joining NIMS, Mr. King served as an adjunct instructor at The Community College of Baltimore County, as well as the Training and Technology Manager for Magna International, one of the world's largest OEM automotive parts manufacturers. Mr. King will be joining the "Empowering Talent: New Approaches to Job Roles in Manufacturing" panel of the #MFGAllyRally on Wednesday, September 11 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST. "This specific conversation is an opportunity for me to talk about what I've been working on for the last decade... overhauling how we describe jobs for recruiting and retention. Advocates of the manufacturing industry all know the accelerated pace of emerging technologies. Additionally, there are plenty of videos on the internet that show off these amazing technologies. But the connection between these technologies and what people do, and the decisions they make in modern job roles has not caught up with the pace of change. I look forward to delving into a great conversation about closing this gap." AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology SME Manufacturing Happy Hour Mavens of Manufacturing Z-Ink Solutions The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Toni Neary Chris Luecke Drew Crowe #IMTS2024 #WeAreIMTS #workforcedevelopment #STEMskills #training #workforce #manufacturingallyrally

**SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT** 35 days until IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show, and will be kicking off the Manufacturing Ally Rally event in the #SmartforceStudentSummit. Meet Russell Winter, Founder of US MFG. Russell is dedicated to engaging and inspiring the next generation of manufacturers. His vision includes providing opportunities for Millennials and Gen Z to thrive in the manufacturing sector, ensuring the industry's future is bright and innovative. Russell is a third generation Tool and Die maker and has led the acquisition of four #manufacturing companies. He has a proven track record in leading teams, driving operational excellence, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Russell has demonstrated expertise in #projectmanagement, #processimprovement, and #strategicplanning. He is adept at navigating complex challenges and delivering results that align with organizational goals. Russell will take the stage on Tuesday, September 10 for the panel discussion Beyond Gender and Ethnicity: Understanding Diversity in Manufacturing. This panel discussion will delve into the multifaceted nature of diversity in the manufacturing sector. While gender and ethnicity are important aspects of diversity, our panelists will explore the broader spectrum of diversity, including but not limited to age, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, abilities, and thought diversity. Attendees will get a deeper the understanding of diversity within the manufacturing sector beyond traditional categories driving meaningful change within manufacturing organizations. SME Mavens of Manufacturing AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology Z-Ink Solutions Manufacturing Happy Hour The New American Manufacturing Renaissance #workforcedevelopment #workforce #DEI #skillsgap

** SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT ** With only 37 days to go before the IMTS—International Manufacturing Technology Show—here's one more reason to attend. Ann Wyatt will join the panel Empowering Talent: New Approaches to Job Roles in Manufacturing on Wednesday, September 11, in the #SmartforceStudentSummit at 11:00 am CST for the first ever, Manufacturing Ally Rally. Ann hosts @Workforce 4.0 and is passionate about helping innovative and progressive small-to-medium enterprises and solutions providers access top-leading technical talent. Her recruiting expertise will add to this conversation the evolving landscape of job roles and descriptions within the manufacturing sector. Meet Ann and the other panelists during this hot-topic discussion, during which you will learn the strategies and best practices for reimagining job roles for the future of #manufacturing. SME AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology Mavens of Manufacturing Manufacturing Happy Hour The New American Manufacturing Renaissance #workfrocedevelopment #workforce #IMTS2024 #IMTS #manufacturing #manufacturingcareers #stem

40 days to go, and we are so excited to kick off the first-ever Manufacturing Ally Rally in the #SmartForceStudentSummit at IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show. Do you ever ask yourself how you can better support #workforcedevelopment in #manufacturing and #engineering? Or, how can you foster more inclusive environments that drive #innovation and technological advancements? Then you won't want to miss Chris Luecke's panel discussion on Thursday, September 12: Collaboration - What Does Support Look Like? He will be joined by Wayne Tompkins, Aneesa Muthana, and Steve Kalina to explore the intersection of collaboration and allyship within the manufacturing sector and examine what effective support entails. Key takeaways for attendees include: • Mutual Respect and Empathy: Recognize the importance of mutual respect and empathy in fostering supportive relationships and allyship within the manufacturing community.  • Shared Responsibility: Understand that allyship and collaboration require shared responsibility and active participation from all stakeholders, including manufacturers, employees, educators, and community members.  • Inclusive Practices: Explore inclusive practices and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within manufacturing organizations, such as inclusive hiring practices, employee resource groups, and diversity training programs.  • Advocacy and Amplification: Discuss the role of allies in advocating for underrepresented individuals, amplifying their voices, and actively working to dismantle barriers to inclusion and advancement within the industry.  • Building Bridges: Learn about the importance of building bridges and forming partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including community organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies, to address systemic challenges and drive positive change in manufacturing. The conversation starts at 11:00 am CST. See you there! Manufacturing Happy Hour Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association Rockwell Automation Pioneer Drama Service M&M Quality Grinding Z-Ink Solutions Mavens of Manufacturing AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology SME The New American Manufacturing Renaissance #SkillsGap #STEMEducation #Workforce #MFGAllyRally #ManufacturingAllyRally #IMTS2024 #WeAreIMTS

41 days until IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show, and the Manufacturing Ally Rally is on a mission to: • Foster collaboration and education within the U.S. manufacturing sector.  • Empower manufacturers to ally with local community members, educators and teachers, and non-profit organizations advocating for U.S. manufacturing.   • Address the U.S. skills gap and position the nation as a global competitive force in the manufacturing sector. • Provide Best Practices for manufacturers to attract, recruit, and retain a more diverse workforce that thrives on innovation and excellence, putting the U.S. at the forefront of global manufacturing.   • Connect communities with their manufacturers to establish the next-generation workforce together. On Wednesday, September 11, Meaghan Ziemba will be speaking with Ann Wyatt, Paul Van Metre, Montez King, and Mike White about empowering talent through new approaches to job roles in #manufacturing. This discussion will examine the need to redefine job roles and descriptions within the manufacturing sector to align with emerging technologies, shifting skill requirements, and evolving #workforce demographics. By exploring innovative approaches to job design, we aim to equip attendees with strategies for attracting, retaining, and developing talent in the manufacturing industry. The panel starts at 11:00 am CST in the #SmartforceStudentSummit on the second level of the wast building. See you there! Workforce 4.0 Ann Wyatt Recruiting ProShop ERP NIMS Secchi Mavens of Manufacturing Z-Ink Solutions AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology SME #workforcedevelopmnet #workforce #skillsgap #manufacturing #engineering #STEMfields #STEMS

#WorkforceWednesday It's no secret that #Manufacturing is struggling to get talent through the doors. #Automation is one solution, but who is going to program and operate the #robots if we have a talent issue? It doesn't end there. We need #welders, #electricians, #engineers -- the list goes on. So, how do we inspire the next generation to consider manufacturing, #engineering, and the trades so we can strengthen our economic stability and national security? We have to start raising awareness well before high school. "But, how do we do that?" To get some tips on what you can do as a manufacturer, community leader, educator, and/or parent, join this powerhouse panel on Monday, September 9, at the IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show in the #SmartForceStudentSummit. We have Toni Neary of SME moderating the conversation among Shonali Ditz of SparkShop, Sascha Harrell, MS of Purdue University, and Carmen Mahon M.ED of Chicago Public Schools. Key takeaways include: • Importance of Early Exposure: Understand the significance of exposing elementary and middle school students to manufacturing and engineering concepts early on to spark interest and curiosity.  • Engagement Strategies: Explore innovative approaches and programs that effectively engage young students in hands-on learning experiences related to manufacturing and engineering.  • Building Partnership and Inspiring Future Leaders: Learn about successful partnerships between schools, industry organizations, and community groups that provide students with valuable resources and support and inspire them to pursue STEM education, develop critical skills, and become future leaders and innovators in the industry. #workforcedevelopment #stemeducation #stemeducationforkids #STEAM #steameducation #IMTS2024 Mavens of Manufacturing Z-Ink Solutions AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology Chris Luecke Drew Crowe

🌟 MODERATOR ANNOUNCEMENT🌟 Toni Neary of SME will start off the Manufacturing Ally Rally series. She has a 🔥 panel scheduled for Monday, September 9, in the #SmartforceStudentSummit at IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show. Toni's panel will focus on early talent pipeline and explore the importance of raising awareness among younger generations of #manufacturing and #engineering career pathways, particularly in elementary and middle school. The main objective of this panel is to highlight the critical role of early pipeline talent development in shaping the future of the manufacturing and engineering #workforce. Stay tuned because we're announcing the panelists this week. #workforcedevelopment #STEMEducation #STEMEducationforkids #STEAM #awareness #exposure #manufacturingleaders #Chicago Mavens of Manufacturing AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology McCormick Place

I am always excited about IMTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show -but this is going to be epic. I can’t wait for the panelists we have lined up and the conversations we will have. See you in September.