HIGHLIGHTS

• A multitude of VALUABLE INSIGHTS from non-competing peers in the same industry.
• Companies GROW FASTER when they have members in roundtables.
• CONNECT with companies facing similar issues.

PURPOSE

Tapping into the collective knowledge of a peer group is powerful. Three options of IMEC BreakThrough Groups serve as a forum allowing members to solve problems collectively and maximize resources in the manufacturing industry.  Peer Leadership groups include:

• Operations Management
• Senior Leaders
• Women in Leadership

Group membership supports the ability to adapt and innovate in a fast-changing environment and become a channel for new ideas and fresh perspectives. Manufacturing leaders who want to collaborate, connect, and grow in the industry will benefit from an IMEC BreakThrough Group.

MEETING SNAPSHOT

• Meetings are virtual to accommodate manufacturers from across Illinois.
• TYPICAL AGENDA INCLUDES:
  • Best Practices & Key Performance Indicators
  • Challenges, opportunities, and issues facing members
  • Updates from each business since last meeting
  • Review successful projects and what worked well
  • Discuss frustrations and biggest challenges in each business
  • Accountability reports for goals set at previous meeting
  • Establish goals on an ongoing basis

GROUP GUIDELINES

• OPEN to Illinois Manufacturing Employees
• Key executives, high-performers & emerging leaders are good candidates.
• 6-Month Commitment
• Regular Attendance
• Hosting of virtual monthly meetings rotates between members
• NO “SELLING” but NETWORKING ENCOURAGED
• ALL Groups are professionally facilitated
• Highly Confidential

Cost: $1500 for the 6-month Peer Leadership Group.  Individual coaching is available.

Contact Name: John Azara

Contact Email: Jazara@imec.org