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MAKERS ON THE MOVE: Manufacturing Month Celebration and Bus Tour

Various Stops in Illinois

Designed to showcase modern manufacturing which is high-tech, clean, diverse, and sustainable, the Makers on the Move bus will visit manufacturing facilities, colleges, and high schools across the state to highlight the innovative manufacturing sector and amazing job opportunities that are available today.

2022 Southern Illinois Made Expo

The Pavilion 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion, IL

This expo is an opportunity for Southern Illinois Manufacturers to showcase products made and found here in Southern Illinois.

INNOVATION FORWARD: Made in Elk Grove Manufacturing & Technology Expo 2022

Elk Grove High School 500 W Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

The annual Made in Elk Grove Expo provides OEMs, manufacturers, and future manufacturers a unique opportunity to meet potential partners, expand your network, and localize your supply chain.

Doing More With Less: How Automation Can Supercharge Revenue Operations

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

In this session attendees will learn about best in class features and tools that not only can help now, but help usher them into the era of Industry 4.0 and give them a competitive advantage in the future.

13th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium

Vibrant Arena at The Mark 1201 River Drive, Moline, IL, United States

The IA-IL Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the 13th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium.

Compensation & Benefits – Are you Competitive?

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join in a discussion of an analysis of current trends, unexpected findings and what the data means to your company in this labor market.

Onsite Tour of Argonne Leadership Computing Facility

Argonne National Laboratory 9700 South Cass Street, Lemont, IL, United States

Join us for this opportunity to learn more about the changing energy landscape, Argonne’s role, and opportunities for Illinois manufacturers they innovate and adapt.

Data Integrated Manufacturing Workshop Webinar

University of Illinois Chicago Webinar

Illinois manufacturers and other interested parties are invited to attend a half-day workshop at University of Illinois at Chicago to learn how machine learning Artificial Intelligence can support a manufacturing businesses.

RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION : HR Online Forum

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Be part of the IMA’S HR forum will provide you with the guidance and support to help you not only do your job well, but to provide you the tools to excel as an HR professional. 

Bootcamp: Goal Setting to Grow Your Business

Custom Direct 715 E. Irving Park Rd, Roselle, IL, United States

Join a roundtable discussion of manufacturers and growth-oriented strategy experts to begin your path to successful goal setting, and business strategy development.

IMA Annual Environmental Conference

South Suburban College | Oak Forest Center 16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest, IL

Join us for an overview of the rapid electrification taking place in the automotive industry in Illinois and learn how to minimize the risks and maximize the growth opportunities.

CERTIFIED IN SAFETY: First Aid, CPR, and AED Training

1615 W. Jefferson 1615 W. Jefferson, Joliet, United States

Attend the National Safety Council First Aid /CPR and AED training you’ll receive the life-saving skills you need to handle an emergency until a professional arrives!

WOMEN IN IL MANUFACTURING: Building Your Brand

Embassy Suites RiverFront Peoria Embassy Suites East Peoria Conference Center, Peoria, IL

Join us in Peoria for a thought provoking discussion on building your brand and a chance to build your network with women in manufacturing.

PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Safety Hazards Part 3

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Attend part 3 of a 4-part session to learn the safety hazards and the controls employers are expected to implement to prevent injuries.

PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Health Hazards Part 4

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

In part 4 of this 4-part session we will discuss hazards & the controls employers are expected to implement to prevent injuries and illness.

HEALTH AND SAFETY: Annual SIOSH/SAFETYCON Day Conference

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Apply for the SIOSH and SafetyCon award by December 31, 2022 and save the date for the SIOSH/ SafetyCon Day Conference on January 30, 2023 to hear from keynote speaker, Shae Birkey of Caterpillar, participate in breakout sessions, and enjoy the awards ceremony!

ECOMMERCE FOR MANUFACTURERS: Selling Online 101

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join us for an informative conversation about eCommerce functionality and cart options, including online sales vs. selective RFQs — which is right for your business?

BUILD YOUR TEAM: Introduction into Career Pathways

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join us for a fun webinar program that introduces you into Career Pathways and how to incorporate it into your company.

OSHA Policy Changes Expanded Enforcement

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join us to learn about the new OSHA policy changes that will have a major impact on Illinois manufacturers.

Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law: What Every Manufacturer Needs to Know

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join us to learn about Illinois’ new paid leave law that will require Illinois employers, regardless of size, to offer 40 hours of paid leave to every employee – full and part time – for any reason.

Still Have Questions about Illinois’ One Day Rest in Seven Act?

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join this informative meeting, as Jason Keller, Assistant Director with the Illinois Department of Labor and his team meets with us again to further explain the Act and give guidance on how manufacturers should implement the rules.

FUTURE OF WORKFORCE: Training and Retaining Symposium

John Wood Community College – Main Campus 1301 S 48th St., Quincy, IL

Attend this event as we will investigate solutions to the impending worker shortage and skills gaps for manufacturers through innovative approaches to help manufacturers train and retain as well as tour of Knapheide’s facilities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Elevate Your Company Culture

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Attend this webinar to identify what next steps to take to distinguish yourself as an inclusive and welcoming workplace and hear from fellow members creative best practices for the workplace.

HR Online Forum: What Employers Need to Know Now

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join Scott Cruz, Labor and Employment attorney as he answers your HR related questions and discusses an array of legal issues affecting manufacturers.

$69

The CHIPS Act

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Learn why the CHIPS Act affects all manufacturers, whether they make chips, make products that require chips or are part of a supply chain disrupted by the semiconductor shortage.

Outlook on US Transportation Sector

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Please join Bank of America’s Brian Ruddy for an update and outlook on the US Transportation sector and how it impacts manufacturers today and moving forward.

Master the Basics: Diversity and Inclusion

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

Join Paola Velasquez, IMEC’s DEI Director to discover how companies are approaching diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to elevate company culture and drive advancements across their organization.

$5

The DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) Certification Process

Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registration

The DBE Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), provides minorities, women, and other eligible small businesses an opportunity to participate in highway, mass transit, and airport contracts that are federal AND state funded.

IMA 2023 Business Day

President Abraham Lincoln Springfield Hotel 701 E Adams St., Springfield, IL, United States

IMA’s 2023 Business Day is a unique opportunity to hear from leading policymakers in Illinois, help the IMA deliver our message of job growth and prosperity, and help legislators understand the impact of their actions on Illinois manufacturing.

17th Annual ASQ Lean-Sigma Conference at SIUC

SIU-Carbondale Student Center 1255 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL

There will be 4 concurrent tracks with speakers representing diverse manufacturing and service companies, presenting topics in the areas of Six Sigma, Lean Enterprise, Quality, and Reliability.

Cook County Manufacturing Reinvented: A Lunch and Learn

Precision Zone 100 Chaddick Drive, Wheeling, IL, United States

Join Commissioner Scott Britton, The Greater Wheeling Area Chamber, IMEC, and the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development to learn about this grant opportunity for qualifying suburban Cook County manufacturers.

$25 – $35