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Attitude is Everything (October – November 2020)
Zoom Details provided upon registrationMaking small, positive and continuous changes to your attitudes and habits will improve your productivity and performance.
Onboarding New Employees for Long-Term Success Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPeople. Process. Products. Learn how job design best practices can increase employee engagement, retention & operational productivity.
Fourth Revolution Awards
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationThe Fourth Revolution Awards celebrates regional manufacturing for its leadership and innovation as the industry stands on the brink of a new technological revolution.
Meeting OSHA Requirements in the Age of COVID-19 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationOSHA requirements are in place to continually protect the health and safety of workers. This session addresses top concerns of today.
The Financial Benefits of a Neurodiverse Environment Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationTo address the manufacturing labor gap, learn how creating an autism-ready work environment can improve productivity and your bottom line.
2020 Baldrige Fall Virtual Conference: Excellence on Tap
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorREGISTER RESILIENCE, AGILITY & INNOVATION Excellence on Tap is the theme of the 2020 Baldrige Fall Conference. This popular live streamed conference features presentations from national and state Baldrige […]
Employee Investment to Increase Engagement and Retention Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPeople. Process. Products. Learn how job design best practices can increase employee engagement, retention & operational productivity.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Grow, Groom and Nurture Your Team
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorWebinars are helpful. Talking with peers is vital. We’ve designed a unique opportunity to share with peers the tips and strategies that guide you and your […]
COVID-19, the Recession, and the Impact on Manufacturing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationREGISTER From the perspective of a veteran economist, what are the impacts of COVID-19 and the recession on the manufacturing industry? This webinar will focus on […]
Better Every Day: Managing for Daily Improvement Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting how a consistent focus on day-to-day continuous improvement can impact the long-term success of excellence at your company.
Implementing a Food Safety Culture Aligned with Operational Excellence Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how your food manufacturing business can benefit from aligning operational excellence with a positive food safety culture.
Creating Competitive Futures: Looking Back to Look Forward Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPerspectives from IMEC’s President, including lessons from the challenges and disruptions of 2020 and how to build for excellence in 2021.
Stop Selling Naked: Adapt and Learn to Sell Virtually webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the skills your salespeople need to be effective in virtual selling and key ideas to develop a sales strategy for the virtual world.
SALES DEEP DIVE: Improving Virtual Sales Skills Training Series for Illinois Manufacturers
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThree-part series teaching manufacturers vital sales skills such as pre-call planning, asking the right questions and building a virtual value proposition.
2021 IMEC Awards for Excellence – Intent to Apply Deadline
To participate in the 2021 IMEC Awards for Excellence cycle, organizations must submit an Intent to Apply Packet by April 2, 2021 to determine eligibility.
BUILD YOUR TEAM: The Business Case for Diversity in Manufacturing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how a focus on building a diverse and inclusive manufacturing workplace can increase innovation, teamwork – and your bottom line.
Baldrige 2021 Quest for Excellence Virtual Conference
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationQuest for Excellence 2021 is the leading conference to learn best performance management practices directly from national Baldrige Award recipients.
CLOSE THE SALE: Write a Sales Plan that Delivers Revenue in Uncertain Times Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how a focus on building a diverse and inclusive manufacturing workplace can increase innovation, teamwork – and your bottom line.
PLAN FOR RISKS: Preparing for the Next Disruption Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will highlight tools to craft your risk plans to allow all aspects of your company to thrive through the next disruption.
2021 Examiner Application Deadline: IMEC Excellence Recognition Program
Professional development for quality-driven professionals who collaborate to assess the organizations that apply for the annual IMEC Awards for Excellence. They’re also tasked with developing the valuable feedback reports that applicant organizations use to advance their processes, empower their workforce, and achieve the results they want.
FRAME THE FUTURE: IMEC Post-Conference Sessions on Performance Excellence
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorFollowing the IMEC Conference on Enterprise Excellence, take the next steps to outline your organizational path to organizational excellence.
FRAME THE FUTURE: IMEC Post-Conference Sessions on Performance Excellence
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorFollowing the IMEC Conference on Enterprise Excellence, take the next steps to outline your organizational path to organizational excellence.
WHAT’S IT WORTH: Valuation Concepts and Making it Work for You Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationValuing a business has evolved, and this session will outline how the purpose of an appraisal impacts the value and how to increase value.
Creating a Culture of Excellence | VIA Culture Day 2021
Aurora Country Club 1548 Prairie Street, Aurora, ILLearn how to build the culture you desire, using a framework to guide your development and benchmark to high-performing organizations.
BUILD BETTER LEADERS: Improve Training and Management to Retain Employees Webinar (English)
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session offers tools and resources to build the 5 essential skills of an effective supervisor, across all levels of your company.
BUILD BETTER LEADERS: Improve Training and Management to Retain Employees Webinar (Spanish)
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis Spanish-language session offers tools & resources to build the 5 essential skills of an effective supervisor, across all levels of your company.
ExporTech Virtual Cohort, Summer 2021 | Application Deadline
Application DeadlineRegistration is open for ExporTech, a national program that assists manufacturers to develop a strategic and proactive approach to exporting.
FRAME THE FUTURE: Build Your Operating Model for Performance Excellence
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorLearn how to turn a performance excellence framework into your guide to developing an operating model for organizational improvement.
FRAME THE FUTURE: Performance Excellence to Boost your Company Strategy Training
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorLearn how to turn a performance excellence framework into your guide to developing an operating model for organizational improvement.
DEVELOP YOUR TEAM: Building your Solid House of Workforce Development Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIntroducing elements, focus points, & processes to improve your House of Workforce, addressing ongoing struggle with workforce development.
Closing the Gender Gap With Wellness Strategies | Women in Manufacturing Illinois
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin an enlightening webinar on leveraging wellness strategies to make manufacturing workplaces more inclusive and attractive to women.
PASS THE TORCH: Where to Begin to Create an Effective Succession Plan Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting how succession planning supports strategic planning and the future of work to help organizations continue to evolve and thrive.
IMIN Network: HELP WANTED: Recruiting Talent and Overturning Turnover in a Post-Pandemic Storm
Danville Area Community College 2000 East Main St, Bremer Conference Center Room 109, Danville, ILPresented by IMIN Networking Group in conjunction with Danville Area Community College, Vermilion Advantage, and IMEC
GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Breaking into Government Contracting Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe U.S. Government is the world’s largest buyer of products and services. Learn the basics of government contracting by joining this webinar.
BE THE CHANGE: Corporate Social Responsibility – Doing Good to Do Better Workshop for Illinois Manufacturers
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe first of 3 sessions about CSR, introducing why the integration of social concerns into operations is good business for manufacturers.
FIND AND KEEP: Improve Talent Acquisition and Employee Retention Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will address the common challenge of finding and retaining a skilled manufacturing workforce.
TAKE SMALL STEPS: Better Every Day with Continuous Improvement Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationA quick-hit webinar to share the basics of continuous improvement in manufacturing, and how to adopt the practices to increase efficiency.
SAFE AND SOUND: Safety and Health in Southern Illinois
Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center 1740 Innovation Dr., Carbondale, ILLearn best practices for creating a safe and healthy workplace for your team, as we celebrate Safe & Sound Week across Southern Illinois.
BE THE CHANGE: Corporate Social Responsibility – Incorporating CSR into Your Brand Workshop for Illinois Manufacturers
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationSession 2 of 3 on CSR, highlighting how CSR positively impacts recruiting and retaining top talent + branding as a good corporate citizen.
BUILD LEADERS WITHIN: Key Skills to Develop your Front-Line Leaders Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationQuick-hit webinar sharing top skills to develop in your leaders – both new or experienced – to improved employee engagement & lower turnover.
LEARN BY DOING: A Workshop to Refresh the Leadership Skills of Your Team (TWI)
NIU Rockford 8500 E. State St, Rockford, IL, United StatesRefresh your Training Within Industry skills and develop your Action Plan to implement the TWI training methodology at your company.
ENGAGE AND INSPIRE: Leader Skills for Improving Employee Engagement Training Series
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator7 sessions to teach skills for leaders across an organization to effectively communicate and connect with every individual on one’s team.
TRUE TURNOVER COSTS: Create Your Strategic Plan for Workforce Stability Lunch and Learn
John Wood Community College – Workforce Development Center 4220 Kochs Lane, Room W112, Quincy, ILLearn the hidden costs of employee turnover, and how to improve retention, satisfaction and your bottom line with a workforce strategic plan.
BE THE CHANGE: Corporate Social Responsibility – Leadership for a Changing World Workshop for Illinois Manufacturers
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe final session on CSR, outlining how inclusive leaders can develop a diverse and inclusive team for improved productivity & engagement.
End of Summer Happy Hour with Women in Manufacturing Illinois
Azul Mariscos 1177 N Elston, Chicago, ILNetwork with women in manufacturing, and join the discussion on current trends in manufacturing.
ExporTech Virtual Cohort, Fall 2021 | Application Deadline
Application DeadlineRegistration is open for ExporTech, a national program that assists manufacturers to develop a strategic and proactive approach to exporting.
STEPS FOR PROTECTION: Cybersecurity Day at John Wood Community College
JWCC Paul Heath Community Education and Fine Arts Center 1301 South 48th St., Auditorium, Quincy, ILSpend the day learning to overcome common missteps in cybersecurity protection, at the company, employee and personal levels.
Building Personal Resilience in Today’s Workplace with Women in Manufacturing Illinois
Riverside Receptions 35 North River Lane, Geneva, ILNetwork with women in manufacturing and learn, through case studies, tactics to avoid burnout and build resilience for managing job stress.
MANUFACTURING CAREER TRAINING: Build the Team You Need Now and into the Future
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationBy investing in training and development programs for your workforce, you can create the skilled workforce you need now and into the future.
DIVERSIFY YOUR WORKFORCE: The Business Case for Diversity in Manufacturing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how a focus on building a diverse and inclusive manufacturing workplace can increase innovation, teamwork – and your bottom line.
GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Breaking into Government Contracting Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe U.S. Government is the world’s largest buyer of products and services. Learn the basics of government contracting by joining this webinar.
ENGAGE AND INSPIRE: Leader Skills for Improving Employee Engagement Training Series
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator7 sessions to teach skills for leaders across an organization to effectively communicate and connect with every individual on one’s team.
Holiday Lunch and Book Drive | Women in Manufacturing Illinois Chapter
Shaw’s Crab House 1900 East Higgins Road, Schaumburg, ILEnjoy lunch, presentation and conversation on today’s hot button issues in manufacturing, all while supporting a children’s book drive.
Celebration of Manufacturing Expo and Dinner | Rockford Chamber of Commerce
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront & Rockford Conference Center, 416 S Main St, Rockford, ILJoin with your Northern Illinois neighbors to celebrate the people and companies who make manufacturing thrive in the region.
MANUFACTURING PEER GROUPS: IMEC BreakThrough Groups for Operation Management, Senior Leaders and Women in Leadership ***Dates TBD***
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorAnnouncing a channel for fresh perspectives to solve problems, maximize industry resources, and increase ability to adapt and innovate.
PREPARE FOR 2022: Economic Outlook for Manufacturing in 2022 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationNow is the time for manufacturers to get educated on potential economic volatility in the US and global markets, and prepare to respond.
HR Brainstorming Zoom Session
Zoom Details provided upon registrationJoin IMEC and the Greater Northwest Chicago Development Corporation to learn from other HR professionals and share experiences and knowledge while supporting one another’s challenges and successes.
Elevating Your Game — Educational Series: ESG + DEI, The New Equation with Women in Manufacturing Illinois
Cooper’s Hawk Winery 6731 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, ILJoin WiM Illinois for a networking event and interactive presentation by RSM on ESG. After the presentation, attendees will listen to a panel discussion on ESG + DEI and how to align profit with purpose.
PROTECT AGAINST THREATS: Cyber Insurance Tsunami Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session provides an understanding of the basics of cyber insurance and what it does and does not provide for your business.
PLAN AND PROSPER: Economic Insights into the Opportunities and Risks Ahead Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC and ITR Economics for a discussion on business responses, tactics, and strategies given the projected changes in the economy.
Recruiting and Retention in Today’s Manufacturing Environment Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar explores tips and strategies for success in your recruiting efforts amid the current job market, including incentives to get employees to stay.
Illinois Energy Market Update Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to get updates on factors affecting energy prices, and hear answers to energy questions from businesses like yours.
Preparing for and Managing an OSHA Investigation Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover the tools you need in your toolkit to effectively prepare, assert your rights, and manage the flow of information during OSHA inspections.
GROW YOUR BUSINESS: The Power of LinkedIn for Exponential Growth Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how to create ongoing engagement with your target audience on LinkedIn using proven strategies and best practices.
Insights into the Future of the Illinois Manufacturing Sector
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for the 2022 State of Manufacturing Address presented by Bank of America and the Illinois Manufacturers Association.
Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”) Update: What You Need to Know Now About its Impact and Legislative Efforts to Reform
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for this opportunity to discuss the current state of BIPA litigation in Illinois, including trends and new theories from the plaintiffs’ bar and learn about legislative efforts for reform.
MxD Cybersecurity Roadshow: Securing the Manufacturing Supply Chain
Northern Illinois University Holmes Student Center 340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb, IL, United StatesAttend to learn deployable tactics that SMMs can use to reduce cyber risk in their organization, including a live demonstration of multiple cyber-attacks that are common in an industrial environment and actions to take to appropriately respond.
The Future Of Manufacturing: Navigating Key Influences – Workforce, Automation, and Innovation
Peoria Production Solutions 2029 W Townline Rd., Peoria, IL, United StatesJoin us in Peoria to gain a better understanding of the industrial landscape today and plan for the future of Illinois Manufacturing.
SOLVE LABOR CHALLENGES: Second Chance Hiring – the Untapped Talent Pool Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to explore how you can grow your labor force by offering employment pathways for people with criminal records – a benefit to your business and the community.
Business Accounting Training: Build Your Financial Literacy to Grow Your Business Webinar Series – Session 1: Business Accounting 101: Basic Concepts
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the basic concepts of accounting that can assist small business owners to establish recordkeeping and reporting practices that will save them time, trouble, and money in the long run.
Moving Makers Forward: Manufacturing Workforce Solutions Summit
Illinois State University Bone Student Center 200 N University St, Normal, ILThis one-day summit invites attendees to take a deep dive into creative and effective solutions to help manufacturers access quality talent and build their workforce.
Business Accounting Training: Build Your Financial Literacy to Grow Your Business Webinar Series – Session 2: Business Accounting 201 – Concepts into Action
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will explore the three core financial statements of a business and how these statements provide clues about the financial well-being of the company, as well as ways these statements can be used to improve the cash flow and profitability of the business.
Unlock the Mysteries of OSHA’s Lockout/Tagout Rule Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will highlight the most frequently cited aspects of the LOTO rule, explain some of the most misunderstood provisions of the rule, and review some simple steps you can take to improve your LOTO program.
South Central Regional Roundtable
AM Transport Services 1903 Miller Dr., Olney, IL62450Join your fellow manufacturers at this fun and festive gathering to greet each other, share our stories and honor the resiliency that got us and manufacturing through the last two years.
2022 Workers’ Compensation Symposium
Kokopelli Event Center 1527 Champions Drive, Marion, ILJoin us for the 2022 Worker’s Compensation Symposium
Business Accounting Training: Build Your Financial Literacy to Grow Your Business Webinar Series – Session 3: Application of Concepts using QuickBooks – Basics
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis morning session will help you discover the hidden powers of Quickbooks and teach you how to apply your knowledge to use the software effectively.
Business Accounting Training: Build Your Financial Literacy to Grow Your Business Webinar Series – Session 4: Application of Concepts using QuickBooks – Advanced
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationTake your Quickbooks knowledge and application to the next level. This training session dives into ways to use Quickbooks to scale your business – to work smarter, faster, and be more productive with less stress.
Manufacturing X.0 Midwest
Swissotel Chicago 323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, ILThe event for Industry X.0 leaders – hear from Midwestern and national manufacturing leaders teaching peers, in detail, how to take advantage of the competitive edge that technology offers, and advance digital transformation journeys.
OSHA Workplace Safety & Enforcement Update
Peoria Innovation Hub 801 W Main St., Peoria, ILHear the latest updates from OSHA including current enforcement priorities, compliance assistance opportunities and an overview of national, regional, and local emphasis programs.
STRENGTHEN ONLINE PRESENCE: How to Make a Great First Impression in the Digital World Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this webinar, we will explore how to view your online presence through the lens of your target audience albeit your existing customer, potential customer, workforce, and applicants.
IMPROVE EMPLOYEE ATTENDANCE: Beyond Perfect Attendance Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn strategies to improve employee attendance and review various attendance policy options and benefits.
CLOSE THE GAP: Bridging the Disconnect Between C-level Goals and Shop Floor Execution to Drive Results Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore some of the root cause issues getting in the way of desired results and systems that can be implemented to reach the strategic goals and objectives.
CAPTURE TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITIES: eCommerce 101 for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the steps to implement an effective eCommerce strategy for your manufacturing business.
Executive Forum – Building Your Talent Pipeline Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHow can industrial companies educate the next generation on the opportunities in manufacturing and build a robust talent pool to be well-positioned for the future? This forum will discuss creative strategies and provide practical applications to build and engage a sustainable talent pipeline for long-term success.
Cash Flow and Alternative Financing for Small Businesses
Peoria Next Innovation Center 801 W. Main St., Peoria, ILAttend this in-person training event to learn how to implement effective cash flow and financial management tools for small businesses.
MASTER VIDEO CONFERENCING: Pro Tips to Improve your Virtual Presence in 2022 and Beyond Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this interactive session, you will discover the essential video meeting ASSETs™ you need to instill trust, display confidence and convey your ideas – improving the way you look and sound on video, and boosting the effectiveness of your brand.
PROCESS MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: Illuminating the Value of Industry 4.0
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationManufacturing leaders are invited to learn strategic insights on how to approach adopting advanced manufacturing capabilities and how collaboration among process manufacturers can advance an industry.
ELEVATE COMPANY CULTURE: 7 Elements of a Successful DEI Strategy Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will provide an outline of the steps organizations can take to launch a successful DEI strategy.
WEATHER THE STORM: 10 Steps to Recession-Proof your Business Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover steps companies can take to continue to drive strong results and strengthen business resilience if we experience an economic slowdown and or a recession.
OPEN NEW DOORS: Supplier Diversity Virtual Panel Discussion
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationA panel of female experts will define supplier diversity and share how companies are implementing supplier diversity practices to expand their markets, drive competition between existing and potential suppliers, and attract new talent.
WEATHER THE STORM: How do we Recession-Proof our Sales and Marketing? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will review a proven process that companies can implement now to recession-proof their sales and marketing efforts.
BUILD YOUR TEAM: Career Pathways in Manufacturing Lunch and Learn
John Wood Community College – Workforce Development Center 4220 Kochs Lane, Room W112, Quincy, ILJoin IMEC and John Wood Community College Workforce Development center for a lunch and learn that explains how to solve training challenges and build a workforce of the future with Career Pathways.