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CHAMPIONS OF WORKFORCE: Kane County Celebration – Elgin

September 17

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

CHAMPIONS
OF
WORKFORCE.

Details

Location

Fabricators and Manufacturers Association
2135 Point Blvd
Elgin, IL 60123 + Google Map
Partners
Contact

Camryn Tunney

ctunney@imec.org

A gathering to highlight local partnerships, success stories, and manufacturing talent development

Join us for a special event recognizing the impact of manufacturing workforce development efforts across Kane County. This celebration brings together manufacturers, educators, and community partners to showcase collaborative wins and inspire continued action.

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