Webinar
- Events
- Venues
- Webinar
Conducting a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Self-Assessment
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for this hands-on session to help you get started on your self-assessment.
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification – How to Prepare
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPlease plan to join us for the latest updates on CMMC 2.0
Talent Solutions: Find & Keep the Great People You Hire
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this event to learn how to develop a tailored solution that fits within your culture, and that will be sustainable and cost-effective.
STREAMLINE YOUR OPERATIONS: Transforming Traditional Manufacturing to Smart Manufacturing
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will discuss the advantages and obstacles of transitioning from traditional manufacturing to smart manufacturing.
Getting Ready for International Trade 5-Part Webinar Series – Part 2: Where to Export
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis second webinar in our five-part series discusses the single most critical decision a company needs to make in its export journey: where to export.
SOLVE WORKFORCE CHALLENGES: Building an Engaged and Productive Workforce with Lean Manufacturing Principles
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to explore how the adoption of lean manufacturing practices can assist your business in addressing workforce-related obstacles by boosting efficiency, reducing wastage, and encouraging employee involvement.
The DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) Certification Process
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe 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
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin 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.
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Updates
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPlease plan to join us for the latest updates on CMMC 2.0
CREATE YOUR NARRATIVE: Why Branding is The Basis of Customer Experience
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how to develop a strong brand foundation that creates a consistent & valuable customer experience across all marketing channels through content marketing.
Getting Ready for International Trade 5-Part Webinar Series – Part 1: Readiness to Export
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis is the start of a five series webinar. Today’s session looks at the questions – what is an exportable product or service, and when is a company ready to export?
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES: Retain Your Workforce in 2023
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe webinar covers how leaders can boost employee engagement and value by participating in important stages of the employee journey.
ENSURE DIGITAL INCLUSION: Getting Started on Your Website Accessibility Journey
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for an introduction to website accessibility, how to work toward the goal of digital inclusion for all visitors to your website.
Outlook on US Transportation Sector
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPlease 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.
SHARE YOUR MESSAGE: Manufacturers Build Trust and Convert Buyers with Content Marketing
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this session you’ll learn how to turn your brand into a trusted resource through content marketing.
The CHIPS Act
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn 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
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin Scott Cruz, Labor and Employment attorney as he answers your HR related questions and discusses an array of legal issues affecting manufacturers.
Section 174 – Changes in R&D Expenses and Amortization
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for this timely update by on federal tax policy and important R&D changes.
GAIN COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: Learn Tools to Help Identify your Employees’ Needs
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how to properly measure engagement to see what is driving your workforce. Allowing prioritization of various topics such as additional training, employee development options, feedback.
ENSURE ONSITE SAFETY: Implement Safety Programs to Protect your Workforce
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to get an understanding of safety assessment available to manufacturers.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Elevate Your Company Culture
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend 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.
DEVELOP INFLUENTIAL LEADERS: Provide your Supervisors with Skills to Build Positive Employee Relations
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a webinar program to learn about how to develop leaders and engage your workforce.
FCI & CUI – What Is It and How to Protect It
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPlan to join us to get a handle on the types of information to be controlled by your CMMC program.
BECOME MORE INCLUSIVE: Addressing Safety Culture in a Diverse Workforce
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a webinar program to learn about safety in the workplace, especially with a strong, diverse and inclusive company culture.
COOK COUNTY MANUFACTURING REINVENTED: Learn How to Apply to this Grant Funded Opportunity
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC and Cook County as they walk through everything you need to know about the Cook County Manufacturing Reinvented Grant.
CAPTURE YOUR SUCCESS: 7 Ways to Grow Your Business with Video
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this interactive webinar, you will learn 7 different ways to use video content to grow your business.
Still Have Questions about Illinois’ One Day Rest in Seven Act?
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin 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.
FILL YOUR PIPELINE: Grow Your Prospect Pool Using Digital Marketing
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a webinar program discussing digital marketing tools that can help you expand your reach and find talent.
Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law: What Every Manufacturer Needs to Know
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin 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.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MANUFACTURING: Automation You Can Implement Now
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a webinar program where we’ll dive into automation tactics to help create an easier workflow in the workplace.
TRAINING WITHIN INDUSTRY: An Overview of Job Methods Training Sessions
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to get an understanding of the job methods training sessions.
TRAINING WITHIN INDUSTRY: An Overview of Job Methods Training Sessions
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to get an understanding of the job methods training sessions.
OSHA Policy Changes Expanded Enforcement
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn about the new OSHA policy changes that will have a major impact on Illinois manufacturers.
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 1 Explained
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPlease join this informative hour to ensure you are on the right track toward CMMC Level 1 compliance.
BUILD YOUR TEAM: Introduction into Career Pathways
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a fun webinar program that introduces you into Career Pathways and how to incorporate it into your company.
Identifying Energy Efficiency and Money Saving Opportunities for Industrial and Manufacturing Facilities
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationRegister for this webinar to hear about the opportunities IMEC, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development’s Department of Planning and Development, as well as the 2023 ComEd Energy Efficiency Program have to offer.
ECOMMERCE FOR MANUFACTURERS: Selling Online 101
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for an informative conversation about eCommerce functionality and cart options, including online sales vs. selective RFQs — which is right for your business?
INCREASE WEBSITE VISIBILITY: SEO Strategies Made Simple
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a fun webinar program that reduces the overwhelm and breaks down SEO into simple steps to help you hit your goals.
MITIGATE OPERATIONAL RISKS: Managing Your Supply Chain Processes and Procedures
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to get an understanding on how to decrease supply chain risks by evaluating and monitoring your supplier performance.
BECOME MORE INCLUSIVE: Workplace Safety Training for a Diverse Workforce
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend this webinar to learn how to make your facilities more safe for all your employees.
IMPROVE PROCESS EFFICIENCIES: Lean Overview with Kaizen
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin to learn the benefits of implementing lean into your day-to-day operations.
PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Health Hazards Part 4
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn part 4 of this 4-part session we will discuss hazards & the controls employers are expected to implement to prevent injuries and illness.
DO IT YOURSELF: Generating Website Traffic by Updating Your Website
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this webinar we will cover how YOU can give your website impactful and straightforward updates that will generate website traffic.
PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Safety Hazards Part 3
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttend part 3 of a 4-part session to learn the safety hazards and the controls employers are expected to implement to prevent injuries.
REMOVE THE ROADBLOCKS: How to Get ‘Unstuck’ Personally & Professionally
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to receive a step-by-step process on how to guide yourself and even others to regain, purpose, power, and possibility.
ETIP OFFICE HOURS: Completing the Reimbursement Forms With Live Q&A
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn in this short training what information needs to be included and how to complete reimbursement forms.
PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA National and Regional Emphasis Programs Part 2
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn in part 2 of a 4-part session about the OSHA’s National and Regional emphasis programs.
MONITOR AND EVALUATE : ISO 9001:2015 & AS9100 Internal Auditor Training
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100 starts with strong internal auditors. Enhance your Organization’s QMS and Internal Auditing Training.
PREVENT AND PROTECT: OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Part 1
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for part 1 of a 4-part session that will cover the requirements for reporting fatalities and severe injuries and much more.
ADDRESS LABOR CHALLENGES: In Pursuit of Automation
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover how to get on the path to bringing automation into your manufacturing operation.
DEFINE YOUR GOALS: Developing a Strategic Plan for Your Organization
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover how developing a strategic plan for your organization can set you up for success.
ENGAGE YOUR WORKFORCE: Best Practices for Talent Acquisition and Retention
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn how to apply the best practices to keep your current employees and attract new ones.
BRANDING YOUR BUSINESS: A Guide to Successful Branding in 2023
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how the importance of brand consistency can ensure your digital presence matches your offline reputation.
FOOD PROCESS MANUFACTURING : New OSHA Local Emphasis Program Means More Inspections of Illinois Food Manufacturers
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn more about OSHA’s new program designed to evaluate food production operations.
MAXIMIZE ENTERPRISE VALUE: Implementing Business Transition Planning
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how implementing business transition planning into your business strategy can help maximize wealth.
LEAN INTO PRODUCTIVTY: Daily Management and Dashboards
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how to implement lean systems into your organization to reach your goal of sustained improvement and much more.
EVALUATE YOUR STRATEGY: Maintenance Excellence with Kaizen
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover how to maintain your equipment efficiently and safely, as well as tools to use and safety considerations utilizing Kaizen.
THINK LONG TERM: Spending & Planning on Technology
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this session, we’ll discuss what to consider in your annual technology planning heading into a new year.
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION : HR Online Forum
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationBe 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.
OPPORTUNITIES AND RISKS: Automotive Electrification in Illinois Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin 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.
INVEST IN CYBERSECURITY: Developing a Cybersecurity Budget
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us as we discuss how to get your arms around cybersecurity costs, and a practical approach to keep cybersecurity affordable.
Executive Forum – KPI’s Role in Recession-Proofing Your Business
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMA President & CEO Mark Denzler at this small and exclusive forum of CEO’s and executive leadership for the IMA Executive Forum
Women in Manufacturing: How to Communicate so People Will Listen!
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for our next fast paced program where fellow IMA member BreakThrough Results will discuss communication topics specific to women, both personally and in the workplace
EQUIP YOUR TEAM: Introduction to Maintenance Excellence Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the basic components of equipment maintenance, plus safety considerations, tools, and general checks to maintain your equipment and improve efficiency.
Compensation & Benefits – Are you Competitive?
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin in a discussion of an analysis of current trends, unexpected findings and what the data means to your company in this labor market.
Best Practices with Audit and Incident Reports
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore the benefits of conducting audits and investigations to improve safety and compliance.
CONNECT AND ENGAGE: SEO Strategies Made Simple for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationA fun and engaging session that will break down Search Engine Optimization for manufacturing companies to get found online and stop being the best kept secret.
Doing More With Less: How Automation Can Supercharge Revenue Operations
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn 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.
PLAN FOR CHANGE: CMMC 2.0 is Coming. What to Do Now? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to hear about the all of the CMMC updates, what to expect in the future, and what you can do now to prepare for CMMC 2.0.
SIMPLIFY THE PROCESS: The Power of Configurators for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how product configuration allows your customers, sales team members, and distributors to accurately configure, price, and quote your products, from anywhere they do business.
BECOME MORE INCLUSIVE: Developing an Inclusive Mindset to Hire and Retain Non-Traditional Candidates Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session offers insights and strategies manufacturers can use to attract and retain skilled candidates from untapped talent pools, including how to build an inclusive mindset.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CONFERENCE: Insights and Perspectives for Manufacturers
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHear directly from experts as we take a deep dive into what’s working effectively with Illinois’ Workers Compensation system to protect employees and employers, and walk away with new ideas, connections, and inspiration.
PROTECT YOUR ASSETS: Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats to Small Businesses
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin this webinar to discover the top 5 biggest cybersecurity threats to small businesses and ways to protect against them.
FOCUS ON IMPROVEMENT: What is This Thing Called Theory of Constraints? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will give participants an understanding of Theory of Constraints and how to apply it to achieve breakthrough improvement in performance.
BOOST ONLINE SALES: Capitalizing on Online Marketplaces for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to look at how online marketplaces can modernize your sales efforts and create business advantages to dominate your market using e-commerce tools.
ERTC CARES Act Employee Retention Tax Credit Information Session
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis 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.
ATTRACT QUALITY LEADS: Inbound Marketing Strategies for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn how to attract customers and prospects to your business instead of chasing them using proven inbound marketing strategies.
WEATHER THE STORM: How do we Recession-Proof our Sales and Marketing? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will review a proven process that companies can implement now to recession-proof their sales and marketing efforts.
OPEN NEW DOORS: Supplier Diversity Virtual Panel Discussion
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationA 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
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationConsidering 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.
STRENGTHEN BUSINESS INFRASTRUCTURE: How to Cure Back-Office Blues and Achieve Smooth Operations with Business Infrastructure Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis interactive session will explain how to level-up your operational capacity while building effective teams and implementing processes that get results.
LET VALUES DRIVE: Digital Marketing 101 for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will teach you how to develop a scalable marketing system that connects with your ideal customers online and grow your sales.
WEATHER THE STORM: 10 Steps to Recession-Proof your Business Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover steps companies can take to continue to drive strong results and strengthen business resilience if we experience an economic slowdown and or a recession.
GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Manufacturers Going Global with eCommerce Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn how to prepare to enter global markets and strategies to leverage eCommerce and other channels to grow your business.
RAISE BRAND AWARENESS: PR Strategies for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationYour business has a story to tell. This session will share simple steps manufacturers can use to tell their story and increase brand awareness.
PROTECT AGAINST CYBERATTACKS: Demystifying Cybersecurity for Small Business
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationSmall businesses are encouraged to join this webinar to gain an understanding of common types of cyberattacks, how hackers enter your network, how to develop effective cybersecurity policies, and more.
ELEVATE COMPANY CULTURE: 7 Elements of a Successful DEI Strategy Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will provide an outline of the steps organizations can take to launch a successful DEI strategy.
PROCESS MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: Illuminating the Value of Industry 4.0
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationManufacturing leaders are invited to learn strategic insights on how to approach adopting advanced manufacturing capabilities and how collaboration among process manufacturers can advance an industry.
MASTER VIDEO CONFERENCING: Pro Tips to Improve your Virtual Presence in 2022 and Beyond Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationIn this interactive session, you will discover the essential video meeting ASSETs™ you need to instill trust, display confidence and convey your ideas – improving the way you look and sound on video, and boosting the effectiveness of your brand.
MANUFACTURING 4.0 AUTOMATION: CNC Meets IIoT Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar explains how integrating IT and OT can deliver massive cost savings, improved productivity, and cyber security for (almost) FREE.
GENERATE NEW LEADS: Building Profitable Relationships with LinkedIn Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us for a fun-filled & action-packed LinkedIn training workshop to help capture quality lead generation opportunities waiting for you on LinkedIn.
Executive Forum – Building Your Talent Pipeline Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHow 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
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how to implement cybersecurity strategies that protect your company from cyber attacks and build customer trust.
CWFA 10 Years of Impact Celebration
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationCelebrating 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.
CAPTURE TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITIES: eCommerce 101 for Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the steps to implement an effective eCommerce strategy for your manufacturing business.
CLOSE THE GAP: Bridging the Disconnect Between C-level Goals and Shop Floor Execution to Drive Results Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore some of the root cause issues getting in the way of desired results and systems that can be implemented to reach the strategic goals and objectives.
IMPROVE EMPLOYEE ATTENDANCE: Beyond Perfect Attendance Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn strategies to improve employee attendance and review various attendance policy options and benefits.
Women in IL Manufacturing – Finance Beyond the Bottom Line
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin 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.
UNCOVER HIDDEN COSTS: How to Calculate and Reduce Turnover Costs Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to learn how to identify your company’s true cost of turnover and the actions you can take to reduce loss.
DOMINATE THE GAME: Creating a Winning SEO Strategy to Generate Leads and Top-Line Growth – A Virtual Panel
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin us to hear directly from Illinois manufacturers who achieve continuous, quantifiable success in their SEO strategies, and how you can do the same to grow you business and diversify your customer base.