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DEVELOP YOUR LEADERS: Well-Rounded Leadership Foundation 8-Week Training Program – Lisle

Start Time: January 29
End Time: March 19
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workNet DuPage
2525 Cabot Dr. - Suite 302
Lisle, IL 60532
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Contact

Camryn Tunney

ctunney@imec.org
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  • This 8-week leadership program is crafted specifically for new or emerging supervisors, providing a foundational toolkit to guide them through the unique responsibilities of their roles. Meeting once a week for three hours over eight weeks, the curriculum emphasizes the essential skills and mindset shifts needed to lead with confidence and purpose. Participants will explore the supervisor’s role in team dynamics, learning how to manage not only their own responsibilities but also foster the growth and productivity of their teams. With a focus on practical management competencies, the program also introduces strategies for aligning team goals with organizational objectives, effective delegation, and planning techniques that maximize productivity.

    Beyond technical skills, the program offers in-depth modules on leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and effective communication, all of which contribute to creating a positive, motivating work environment. Supervisors will also learn how to navigate complex team dynamics, handle conflict, and resolve issues with empathy and clarity. Additionally, participants will acquire critical human resources knowledge from performance management to stress recognition that helps them support team members’ well-being and professional development. By completing this program, supervisors will feel equipped not only to manage but to inspire their teams, leading with adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to organizational success.

    Times: 

    8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Morning Session

    Dates:

    • January 29
    • February 5
    • February 12
    • February 19
    • February 26
    • March 5
    • March 12
    • March 19

    Program Outline (8-Week Schedule)

    Session 1: The Supervisor’s Role in Management

    Supervisors will explore their dual role as leaders and team members, learning to align team goals with organizational objectives and foster a collaborative work environment.

    Session 2: Leadership Skills

    Participants will develop essential leadership skills to inspire and guide their teams while learning how leadership styles impact motivation, morale, and productivity.

    Session 3: The Communication Process

    This session focuses on selecting appropriate communication methods, enhancing digital interactions, and fostering clear and respectful workplace communication.

    Session 4: Understanding Work Styles

    Participants will explore personality assessments and emotional intelligence to improve collaboration, communication, and motivation within diverse teams.

    Session 5: Working in Teams

    Attendees will learn strategies to build trust, resolve conflicts, and encourage collaboration to create high-performing and innovative teams.

    Session 6: Organizing and Delegating

    Supervisors will develop skills to delegate effectively, optimize time management, and empower team members to achieve organizational goals.

    Session 7: Your Partnership with Human Resources

    Supervisors will learn to collaborate effectively with HR to support workforce development and engagement, covering interviewing, training, and compliance.

    Session 8: Planning and Goal Setting

    This session focuses on using the SMART framework to set goals, manage projects, and optimize resources while developing strategic planning and decision-making skills.

    Cost: $1725 per person

    Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate of completion.

    Cancellations made within seven (7) days of the program start date, or failure to inform IMEC of cancellation may result in up to 50% of the invoiced attendance fee.

    Presenter

    Joanne Ruiz

    Technical Specialist

    Expertise
    Bachelor of Arts in Communication emphasis Public Relations from Purdue Northwest University
    Master of Arts in Communication emphasis Interpersonal Communication Purdue Northwest University

    Specialized Skills:
    Bilingual – English & Spanish
    Export documentation training
    Certified Trainer for Development Dimensions International (DDI)
    Certified Training Within Industry (TWI)
    Certified Job Relations (JR) and Job Instruction (JI) Trainer and Coach
    TPM (Talent Pipeline Management) certification in May 2025 from the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation

    Growing up in the manufacturing Midwest with both parents working at one of the biggest mills in the area, I witnessed first–hand how vital manufacturing is for families and communities as it allows for income equality.

    My manufacturing career began as a customer service representative at a steel manufacturer where I managed automotive accounts. In this role, I encountered and overcame many obstacles while shipping products across U.S./Mexico border. I utilized different resources and conducted extensive research in order to understand the process of shipping, export documentation requirements, and traveling across borderlines. Throughout this process, I learned that communication was key to meeting customers’ expectations. I grew to understand the organization from different angles, which equipped me with the knowledge to help employees learn different skills to communicate more effectively and empower them to become successful.

    As a bi-lingual professional with IMEC, I am able to help manufacturers excel with a more engaged workforce. My focus is mainly on employee engagement and workforce development where I get to help employees voice their needs and feel empowered within the organization – especially Spanish-speaking employees. By collaborating with supervisors and implementing trainings like Training Within Industry (TWI), regardless of language barriers (English/Spanish), organizations end up with a more engaged team of employees, improved productivity that boosts their bottom line.

    Results
    I created a standard operating procedure for How to Ship to Mexico after encountering numerous obstacles with shipping across borderlines. Asking the right questions, working with different departments, collaborating with stakeholders, I established procedures along with a troubleshooting guide for the entire company, which lead to reduced shipping time and cost savings.

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