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You are not alone if you are struggling to address the skills gap through workforce initiatives and innovative automation technologies. Across the manufacturing industry, the workforce skills gap is a significant challenge for most companies – but there are strategies and opportunities to face it head-on. Join us at Richard J. Daley College to learn from other manufacturing leaders who have identified ways to address the skills gap and hiring challenges.

AGENDA

Panel 1: Incorporating Automation to Increase Production

• Manufacturers will discuss how automation is one component for resolving the workforce gap for manufacturers of all sizes – without replacing existing team members.

Panel 2: Find – or Create – Your Workforce

• Learn how a sample of Chicago manufacturers are using nontraditional avenues to recruit, onboard, and retain employees.

Lunch, provided by Huntington Bank

Tour

• Explore the new state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Lab at the Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Center of Richard J. Daley College.

Networking

• Connect with panelists and attendees.

Cost: FREE! Registration is required for this event.