The DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) Certification Process

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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.

Master the Basics: Diversity and Inclusion

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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.

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Outlook on US Transportation Sector

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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.

The CHIPS Act

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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.

HR Online Forum: What Employers Need to Know Now

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

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Elevate Your Company Culture

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

OSHA Policy Changes Expanded Enforcement

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

BUILD YOUR TEAM: Introduction into Career Pathways

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

ECOMMERCE FOR MANUFACTURERS: Selling Online 101

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

PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Health Hazards Part 4

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

PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Safety Hazards Part 3

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

RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION : HR Online Forum

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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. 

Compensation & Benefits – Are you Competitive?

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

Doing More With Less: How Automation Can Supercharge Revenue Operations

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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.

ERTC CARES Act Employee Retention Tax Credit Information Session

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This session will educate you on how manufacturing organizations may still be eligible for the ERC, a fully refundable payroll tax credit intended to aid employers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

OPEN NEW DOORS: Supplier Diversity Virtual Panel Discussion

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A 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.

GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Breaking into Government Contracting Webinar

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Considering government contracting? This session will enhance your basic understanding of the procurement process and introduce resources to help you determine if this customer is a good fit for your business.

MANUFACTURING 4.0 AUTOMATION: CNC Meets IIoT Webinar

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This webinar explains how integrating IT and OT can deliver massive cost savings, improved productivity, and cyber security for (almost) FREE.

Executive Forum – Building Your Talent Pipeline Webinar

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How 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.

Building Customer Trust by Defending Your Data

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Learn how to implement cybersecurity strategies that protect your company from cyber attacks and build customer trust.

CWFA 10 Years of Impact Celebration

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Celebrating Chicago Workforce Funder Alliance’s 10 Years of Impact, and the partnership with IMEC to help companies meet long-term goals through improving workforce development, processes, and products.

Women in IL Manufacturing – Finance Beyond the Bottom Line

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Join IMEC and the IMA for a discussion on financial topics specific to women in manufacturing, including how to gain confidence and harness this economic power for their personal financial journey.