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SUMMARY:IEEPA Tariff Refunds and the New CAPE Portal: What Manufacturers Need to Do Now
DESCRIPTION:Description\nFor many manufacturers\, the Supreme Court’s IEEPA tariff ruling may open the door to recovering duties previously paid\, though taking advantage of this opportunity will require proactive steps and quick action. \nWith CBP’s new CAPE portal now live\, Illinois manufacturers need to understand if they are eligible\, what is covered in each phase and how to prepare accurate data and documentation to support a defensible claim. Join us as we learn from RSM a practical discussion tailored to Illinois manufacturers on how to move from tariff uncertainty to action. \nWe’ll cover recent updates to the process\, which refund mechanics are in place today and what owners\, CFOs\, controllers and operations leaders should be thinking about now to protect refund rights\, reduce filing risk and position their businesses for a more efficient recovery process. \nKey takeaways: \n\nWhat the IEEPA ruling and CAPE rollout mean for your company’s potential refund opportunity\nWhat leadership teams should do immediately to prepare customs data and documentation for refund claim submission\nWhich claims manufacturers may be positioned to file for now and which ones may require additional planning How refund timing\, filing accuracy and process readiness may affect cash flow and working capital\nKey considerations for companies as tariff policy remains in a state of flux\n\n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/ieepa-tariff-refunds-and-the-new-cape-portal-what-manufacturers-need-to-do-now/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T140000
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SUMMARY:Succession Planning: Preparing Your Workforce for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Organizations across all industries are facing unprecedented workforce challenges. This interactive webinar will provide participants with a practical framework for building an effective\nsuccession planning process. Attendees will learn how to identify critical positions\, assess workforce risks\, recognize high-potential employees\, and create development strategies that prepare future leaders and technical experts. \nABOUT THE MFG PRO SERIES:\nHosted by Choose DuPage\, the MFG Pro Series offers free webinars where Chicagoland manufacturers can hear from experts\, ask questions\, and hone their understanding of key issues.
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/succession-planning-preparing-your-workforce-for-the-future/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260721T132640Z
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UID:16537-1786010400-1786014000@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:Energy Managers Group: Community Solar
DESCRIPTION:Description\nPresented by Frank Collins\, Constellation Energy \nRegister here: August 6\, 2026 Energy Managers Group: Community Solar – Event Registration \n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/energy-managers-group-community-solar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T123000
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CREATED:20260717T210131Z
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UID:16522-1786447800-1786451400@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:CMMC Paused\, Not Dead: Navigating the DoW's Phase II Suspension
DESCRIPTION:On July 13\, the Department of War hit pause on CMMC Phase II — the third-party assessment requirement that was supposed to kick-off this November. Cue a wave of “CMMC is dead” headlines. It’s not\, and treating it that way could actually put your business at risk. \nWe’ll break down what this pause actually means for manufacturers in the defense supply chain: what’s paused\, what’s still required today (yes\, your self-assessment and NIST 800-171 obligations are still very much alive)\, and how to use this window smartly instead of either freezing in place or dropping compliance efforts altogether. \nWe’ll also cover the open comment period the DoW has going right now\, and what to watch for as the reform review plays out over the next couple months. \nCome with questions — we’ll leave plenty of room for discussion. \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/cmmc-paused-not-dead/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T113000
DTSTAMP:20260721T132536Z
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UID:16541-1786528800-1786534200@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:HR Forum Summer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Description\nYou will receive your meeting Link from Zoom.\nJoin us for an essential session with Scott Cruz\, HR Forum moderator and Labor & Employment attorney at IMA member UB Greensfelder \nAgenda:\n*Looking Ahead to 2027 – New and Amended Illinois Employment Laws\n*Hours Worked – The New Standard in Illinois for Pre- and Post-Shift Activities;\n*Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Amendments;\n*EEO-1 Filing Update\n*Any Other Relevant Updates\n1.5 SHRM HRCI Event fee: $69 \nReminder sessions not recorded so attendees can ask their questions. Cancellations by August 10 please. \nRegister here: August 12\, 2026 HR Forum Summer Meeting \n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/hr-forum-summer-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T140413Z
CREATED:20251221T023945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T140413Z
UID:10278-1787230800-1787234400@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:BRIDGE THE GAP: Working Across Generations in Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:In today’s manufacturing workplaces\, it’s common to see four or even five generations working together — from seasoned Baby Boomers to fresh Gen Z employees. Each generation brings unique experiences\, work styles\, and values to the table\, but these differences can also create misunderstandings or friction. \nThis interactive webinar will explore practical strategies for building stronger connections across generations to boost communication\, teamwork\, and productivity on the shop floor. Participants will learn how to recognize generational strengths\, overcome stereotypes\, and create a culture where everyone — regardless of age — feels valued and engaged. \nKey takeaways: \n\nUnderstand the characteristics and motivations of different generations in today’s workforce.\nIdentify common challenges and opportunities when multiple generations work together in manufacturing.\nLearn practical strategies to improve communication\, collaboration\, and knowledge transfer across age groups.\nExplore leadership techniques that foster respect\, inclusivity\, and productivity in multi-generational teams.\n\nThis session is designed for supervisors\, HR leaders\, managers\, and team leads in manufacturing who want to unlock the full potential of a diverse\, multi-generational workforce. \n  \nTo ensure a secure experience for all participants\, please log in using your own Zoom account with a username and password. Any Zoom account type is acceptable. When joining\, make sure to use your registered first and last name so we can verify your attendance. Please note: Call-in access is not allowed for this session. \n  \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder* \n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/bridge-the-gap-working-across-generations-in-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T113000
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SUMMARY:NAVIGATING INVISIBLE BOUNDARIES: Enhancing Communication when Working Across the Globe
DESCRIPTION:Global collaboration brings incredible opportunities but also hidden challenges. Communication\, leadership\, decision-making\, and feedback styles often vary across cultures\, creating invisible boundaries that can impact team dynamics and results. \nJoin us for a preview of this interactive workshop to uncover how social norms and business customs influence collaboration worldwide. You’ll learn practical strategies to adapt your communication and leadership style\, helping you build stronger\, more respectful working relationships across borders. \nWhat Participants Will Gain: \n\nInsight into how social norms and business customs influence team interactions\nAwareness of the underlying dimensions that shape communication\, leadership\, and decision-making\nStrategies to adapt leadership and communication styles in global environments\n\nWhether you lead global teams today or aspire to in the future\, this session will give you the tools to navigate cultural differences and collaborate with confidence. \n  \nTo ensure a secure experience for all participants\, please log in using your own Zoom account with a username and password. Any Zoom account type is acceptable. When joining\, make sure to use your registered first and last name so we can verify your attendance. Please note: Call-in access is not allowed for this session. \n  \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder* \n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/navigating-invisible-boundaries-enhancing-communication-when-working-across-the-globe/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T113000
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UID:15936-1789471800-1789475400@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:Manufacturing Growth: SEO\, GEO & Digital Advertising Strategies That Drive Leads
DESCRIPTION:The way manufacturers generate leads online is rapidly evolving. Traditional SEO is now only one piece to a larger puzzle as AI-driven search experiences\, zero-click results\, paid digital advertising\, and platform-specific targeting continue to reshape how B2B buyers research products and services. Manufacturers must now understand how to position their brands across search engines\, AI-generated results\, Google advertising platforms\, and professional networks like LinkedIn to stay competitive. \nIn this session\, McD Digital will explore practical strategies Illinois manufacturers can use to strengthen lead generation through a digital marketing approach that combines SEO\, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)\, Google Demand Gen and Display advertising\, Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns\, and LinkedIn marketing. Attendees will learn how they can adapt their technical SEO\, content\, and advertising strategies to better connect with engineers\, procurement teams\, operations leaders\, and B2B decision-makers throughout the buying journey. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand how search behavior is changing with AI-powered search tools and Google AI Overviews.\nLearn about the relationship between traditional SEO\, GEO\, and paid digital advertising strategies.\nExplore how manufacturers can adapt SEO and GEO content for B2B industrial audiences.\nIdentify current trends in Google Search\, Google Display Demand Gen campaigns\, and LinkedIn advertising.\nLearn how to create content and advertising campaigns that build visibility\, trust\, and leads.\nUnderstand how manufacturers can balance organic search visibility with paid advertising to improve long-term marketing performance.\n\n  \nTo ensure a secure experience for all participants\, please log in using your own Zoom account with a username and password. Any Zoom account type is acceptable. When joining\, make sure to use your registered first and last name so we can verify your attendance. Please note: Call-in access is not allowed for this session. \n  \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/manufacturing-growth-seo-geo-digital-advertising-strategies-that-drive-leads/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T140613Z
CREATED:20251212T002136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T140613Z
UID:10260-1791896400-1791900000@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:MANAGE PEOPLE EFFECTIVELY: TWI Job Relations for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Strong leaders know that results come through people\, but guiding a team isn’t always easy. The Training Within Industry (TWI) Job Relations program equips supervisors with proven methods to build trust\, strengthen communication\, and address workplace issues before they become bigger problems. \nJoin us for an upcoming webinar to learn how Job Relations can help you create stronger relationships with employees and a more productive work environment. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nThe 4 foundational leadership behaviors that build trust and accountability\nHow to recognize and maximize each employee’s individual strengths\nPractical ways to give feedback\, share credit\, and communicate change effectively\nA step-by-step process for handling employee problems with fairness and consistency\n\nWhether you’re a new supervisor or an experienced leader\, this session will give you actionable tools to improve team morale\, reduce conflict\, and drive results through people. \n  \nTo ensure a secure experience for all participants\, please log in using your own Zoom account with a username and password. Any Zoom account type is acceptable. When joining\, make sure to use your registered first and last name so we can verify your attendance. Please note: Call-in access is not allowed for this session. \n  \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/manage-people-effectively-twi-job-relations-for-leaders/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T113000
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UID:16453-1792063800-1792067400@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:Cut Costs Fast with Smarter Compressed Air
DESCRIPTION:This session takes a practical\, educational look at one of the most common and costly inefficiencies in industrial facilities: compressed air systems. Compressed air powers a wide range of production processes. But most facilities are unknowingly losing a significant portion of that energy before it ever reaches the end use.  Leaks alone can account for 30% or more of a system’s total energy consumption. \nMajor topics will include: \n\nNo to low cost projects that can be implemented immediate that will save you money and energy\nUnderstanding where your energy is going\nBest practices and rules of thumb\n\nCall to Action/Takeaway: Attendees will walk away with a clear picture of how compressed air systems affect their energy bills and system performance\, along with a list of no to low cost projects. \nSpeakers: Eric Petersen and Raj Raghavan \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder* \n 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/cut-costs-fast-with-smarter-compressed-air/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260612T140642Z
CREATED:20251221T031338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T140642Z
UID:10216-1793705400-1793709000@www.imec.org
SUMMARY:PRACTICE MAKES IMPROVEMENT: Why Kata Matters at Every Level in Your Organization
DESCRIPTION:Successful organizations don’t just solve problems\, they build a culture of problem solvers. Kata is the structured\, repeatable approach that helps leaders and teams practice daily improvement\, align actions with organizational goals\, and sustain results over time. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll discover why Kata is a mindset and method that drives continuous improvement from the front line to executive leadership. \nYou’ll learn how Kata helps teams: \n\nBreak down complex challenges into manageable steps\nPractice problem-solving as a daily discipline\nEngage employees at every level in improvement efforts\nCreate a consistent framework for sustaining long-term results\n\nWhether you’re just beginning your Kata journey or looking to strengthen existing practices\, this session will provide clear insights into how problem-solving Kata can transform operations across your organization. \n  \nTo ensure a secure experience for all participants\, please log in using your own Zoom account with a username and password. Any Zoom account type is acceptable. When joining\, make sure to use your registered first and last name so we can verify your attendance. Please note: Call-in access is not allowed for this session. \n  \n*Event details are subject to change. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/practice-makes-improvement-why-kata-matters-at-every-level-in-your-organization/
LOCATION:Zoom Details to Follow
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