Virtual Learning Series

The WiM Education Foundation Virtual Learning Series delivers monthly webinars that provide practical, solution-focused insights for professionals in manufacturing. Held on the second Tuesday of each month, each session is offered virtually with translation in 60 languages.

Tailored to the experiences of women in manufacturing, these expert-led webinars feature engaging, actionable content designed to drive success. Recordings are available anytime in the Virtual Learning Library, exclusively for WiM members.

This program is available for FREE for WiM members with generous support from

Virtual Learning Library

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September 9, 2025           

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Human-Centered Organizations: A Tear Down to Build Up Approach 

Presented By: Eileen Bartholomew and Alex Bunda

This experiential session challenges participants to rethink organizational design using a ‘tear down to build up’ approach. Many organizations attempt to create human-centered workplaces but still rely on outdated 'best practices' designed for a more predictable and stable world. These practices, while once effective, are no longer sufficient in an era of exponential disruption. In this session, we will break down these legacy approaches and explore how to build adaptable, human-centered organizations that prioritize employees, customers, and other stakeholders. Through interactive exercises and real-world examples, participants will gain actionable insights to dismantle barriers and build more flexible, human-centered organizations for today's complex environment.

Session Objectives: 
•    Define what it means to create a truly human-centered organization in today’s rapidly changing environment.
•    Understand the limitations of traditional 'best practices' in today’s unpredictable, rapidly evolving business environment.
•    Detail the ‘detonating’ process, illustrating how to deconstruct common, outdated ‘best practices’ within organizations.
•    Equip participants with hands-on experience in human-centered design, enabling them to become more effective designers of resilient, adaptable organizations.

Eileen Bartholomew is a collaborative strategic advisor known for turning ideas into actionable plans.

She helps leaders get clear on their strategy and effortlessly execute it across their businesses, leveraging the power of their team and exponential tools and technologies.

Her goals are simple:

• To help organizations make bold moves.
• Escape their competition.
• And have fun doing it.

She guides executive leadership teams in shaping vision, define strategic direction and deploy that work—whether building corporate strategy or innovation hubs for Fortune 100s, reinventing service models in healthcare companies, or guiding digital strategy in tech, media, and life sciences organizations.

Based in Arizona and rooted in desert grit and determination, Eileen recharges in the wild—on a trail, a yoga mat, or a whitewater raft.

Alex Bunda is a strategist and facilitator who helps organizations turn big ideas into executable plans—and keep teams aligned while doing it.

He brings a designer’s mindset to strategy work, helping organizations simplify complexity, uncover insights that matter, and build the momentum needed to drive real change.

With a background in innovation and transformation, Alex has helped first-time strategy teams write their inaugural plans and supported organizations in navigating inflection points—shaping where and how to grow next. He’s guided efforts to rethink business models, explore emerging opportunities, and evolve how teams work together to deliver impact.

He’s worked across industries—from manufacturing to media to technology—always focused on helping teams navigate complexity, make decisions, and build momentum.

Based in Atlanta, you’ll find him cheering on every local sports team or scouting out the next great foodie spot.

October 14, 2025           

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5 Misunderstood Truths About Leadership

Presented By: Audrey George

Despite countless leadership books and training programs, critical knowledge gaps are holding leaders back from their full potential. Through rigorous research, including thousands of surveys and hundreds of focus group participants across manufacturing organizations nationwide, I've uncovered five fundamental leadership truths that are consistently overlooked yet absolutely essential for exceptional leadership.

Each truth is revealed through compelling real-world scenarios that will resonate with your leadership experience. You'll not only understand why these principles matter but learn proven, actionable strategies to implement immediately. You will leave with concrete actions to implement the very next day. These insights have consistently produced measurable results and will empower you to demonstrate leadership prowess that gets noticed. The five misunderstood truths are your roadmap to becoming the exceptional leader your organization needs.

Audrey George transforms organizations by leveraging her 25-year CEO experience to build leadership excellence and cultural systems that drive measurable success. A strategic partner during pivotal transitions, Audrey guides executive teams through challenges while implementing her proprietary data tool to create environments where innovation and productivity naturally flourish.

Recognized as a Hesburgh Woman of Impact by the University of Notre Dame, Audrey combines academic credential, including a Psychology degree from the University of Notre Dame and a master’s in social service administration from the University of Chicago, with real-world expertise that resonates with leaders at all organizational levels.

Beyond her impactful work with companies across industries, Audrey shares insights through her podcast "Real Talk: Leadership Lessons from the Field" and is completing her book on “5 Misunderstood Truths About Leadership." A dedicated professional and proud mother of two young adult daughters, Audrey brings authenticity and depth to her approach, helping organizations attract exceptional talent and build cultures where they thrive.