WiM Resources: Minnesota

At the Women in Manufacturing Association® (WiM), we recognize the pivotal role women play in driving the manufacturing industry forward. WiM is the only national trade association dedicated to supporting, promoting, and inspiring women who work in manufacturing.

Founded in 2013, WiM has more than 34,000 individual members representing more than 4,000 manufacturing companies; and more than 500 corporate members. WiM members hail from all 50 U.S. states and from more than 70 countries around the globe.

WiM offers five distinct categories of membership: Corporate, Professional Plus, Professional, Student, and Retired. 

Become a WiM member today! Click here to learn more.

WiM has 34 local and statewide chapters throughout the U.S. including WiM Minnesota which has an active base of members throughout the state! 

Click here to learn more about the WiM Minnesota chapter and upcoming opportunities to expand your local network with other women in industry, build valuable business relationships, and enjoy industry-related programming and plant tours.

If you are interested in learning more about any of the WiM Minnesota Chapter programs or would like to volunteer, please contact chapters@womeninmfg.org.

WiM hosts an expanding array of impactful events and programs annually. These events collectively foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and actionable steps for industry growth and improvement.

WiM’s annual flagship event, SUMMIT, unites industry professionals throughout the country and even the world. The Moms in MFG initiative offers a community of support for mothers and caregivers working in manufacturing. 

WiM regional conferences offer unique learning and networking opportunities, allowing participants to gain access to key industry content shared by regional thought leaders and connect with peers in their region.

The member-exclusive WiM Summer and Winter Leadership Conferences convene the National Board of Directors and corporate members to address industry challenges, exchange ideas, and strategize effective workforce solutions. 

WiM also offers an International Women’s Network, Executive Networking Groups, and a Men as Allies program (new in 2025)!

Whether job seeker or employer, WiM offers a host of opportunities to maximize your career or workplace.

WiMWorks Career Center provides year-round job postings for a variety of industry roles.

The Virtual Career Fair is offered bi-annually to connect more than 40 top manufacturing employers with hundreds of quality job seekers from around the country. 

The WiM Education Foundation is WiM’s nonprofit partner. Founded in 2016, WiMEF provides women with valuable connections, access to career pathways, and best-in-class programming at all stages of their manufacturing careers.

Each year, more than 8,600 women participate in our best-in-class education programs that provide the durable skills, core competencies, and peer networks to achieve, lead, and succeed. Click here to learn more!