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GROW TO LEAD: Developing People-First Leaders Series

Start Time: July 16
End Time: July 30

GROW
TO
LEAD.

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Location

Kane County Government Center
719 Batavia Ave, Building A Auditorium
Geneva, IL 60134
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Contact

Camryn Tunney

ctunney@imec.org

*This is only for Kane County Manufacturers*

A practical leadership development series designed for frontline supervisors

This series equips supervisors with the essential skills to lead with self-awareness, communicate effectively, and engage their teams. Through three focused sessions and an optional executive overview, participants will build confidence and capability to lead in today’s workplace.


Wednesday, July 16 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Phase 1: DiSC Workshop – Knowing Your Strengths (4 hours)

Helps supervisors understand their natural leadership style and how to work effectively with others.

  • Complete a personalized online DiSC Assessment

  • Identify behaviors that come naturally and understand others’ styles

  • Learn to “flex” your style to improve communication

  • Participate in exercises, discussions, and examples

  • Leave with a personal Action Plan to apply back on the job


Wednesday, July 23 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Phase 2: Connect Through Conversation (4 hours)

Builds communication skills that support continuous improvement and team engagement.

  • Plan for successful in-person and virtual conversations

  • Deliver meaningful, supportive feedback

  • Reinforce 1:1s to promote LEAN culture and improvement

  • Meet the personal and practical needs of team members

  • Motivate individuals to take ownership of team goals


Wednesday, July 30 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Phase 3: Engaging and Retaining Talent (4 hours)

Focuses on daily engagement strategies and proactive retention of top talent.

  • Discover what drives individual engagement

  • Learn how to conduct “engagement” and “retention” conversations

  • Create recognition-rich environments that support satisfaction and performance

  • Increase quality of conversations around staying and growing in the organization

  • Use tactical strategies to strengthen team connection


Phase 4: Virtual Executive Overview (Optional)

Offers leadership an understanding of the series and how to reinforce your development after completion. For more information, reach out to Paola Velasquez at pvelasquez@imec.org

Presenter

Paola Velasquez

Director of Organizational Culture

I come from a family with a long history in manufacturing, with both my parents working and retiring from the industry. I learned the value of manufacturing early on and joined the manufacturing workforce at the start of my college years. Over time, I gained experience in academia, business, and healthcare, which has provided me with a unique perspective on the manufacturing industry.

With over 20 years of experience, I have led multiple projects and teams, developed sustainable programs, and facilitated leadership training focused on enhancing self-awareness and team building. My approach includes setting actionable goals to reduce turnover, improve workplace collaboration, foster creativity and problem-solving, and create career advancement opportunities.

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