Events & Programs

The WiM Education Foundation Virtual Learning Series are monthly webinars that enable participants to learn about a variety of industry-related topics from the convenience of their home or office. Each webinar includes action-oriented and solution-driven objectives that will help participants succeed in the manufacturing sector. Topics are geared towards the cultivation of leadership skills, and each webinar is hosted by a carefully selected knowledge expert. Learn More HERE!

The Empowering Women in Production program is a 20-week course designed to support the leadership development of women working in production, production support, and shop floor roles. Employees in production settings often have tremendous insight into the culture, products, and processes that manufacturing companies need to understand to innovate. By developing these women into leaders, we can improve the industry overall and inspire other women to explore careers in manufacturing. The program includes learn-at-your-own-pace coursework, a StrengthsFinder skills assessment, one-on-one coaching, and peer networking. Learn More HERE!

The Management Development Program provides new and aspiring supervisors, managers, and team leaders with training to develop skills that are necessary for managerial success. Some of the topics covered include: Fundamentals of Leadership and Management, Effective Business Communications, Objective-setting and Delegation, Negotiation, and Building a Powerful Network, among others. The program is an interactive series of live, virtual workshops and includes a DiSC assessment, one-on-one coaching, and peer networking.  Learn More HERE!

Leadership Institute is an executive education program which concentrates on issues pertinent to women working in male-dominated fields with specific focus on women in industry. Since its launch in 2016, the program has graduated more than 100 outstanding women who have advanced in their roles and have added great leadership value to their organizations. The 5-month program is offered in partnership with Case Western Reserve University where participants learn from world-class professors and coaches, build strong relationships with peers, and develop core executive leadership skills. Learn More HERE!