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SUMMARY:SparkForce Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Manufacturing Champions\, Inspiring the Next Generation\n\nJoin us Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\, at Stonegate Banquet Center in Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people and companies shaping the future of manufacturing. Experience a night of connection and camaraderie with friends and colleagues\, featuring a seated dinner\, one-of-a-kind artwork in our live and silent auctions\, and dancing to cap off the celebration. \nPresented by AMADA AMERICA\, INC.\, the SparkForce Awards Gala highlights manufacturing’s most exceptional contributors who inspire innovation\, strengthen our workforce\, and elevate the industry. \nEvery dollar raised supports SparkForce manufacturing camp grants and scholarship programs\, helping to build tomorrow’s skilled workforce. Your participation fuels the movement that inspires and empowers the next generation of manufacturers. \nEvening Agenda\n6:00 PM – Cocktails and Silent Auction\n7:00 PM – Dinner and Awards Presentations\n8:00 PM – Live Auction\, Entertainment & Dancing \nFormal Attire | Black Tie Optional \n\nRegister here: Fabricators and Manufacturers Association > Events > FMA Event Calendar > Meeting Registration 
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/sparkforce-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Stonegate Banquet Center\, 2401 W Higgins Rd Hoffman Estates\, IL 60169-2163\, 2401 W Higgins Rd\, Hoffman Estates\, IL\, 60169-2163\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:133rd IMA Annual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:IMA’s cornerstone event\, the Annual Luncheon\, attracts nearly 1\,000 business leaders and elected officials. A sellout event each year\, it’s important to reserve your seats and sponsorship early. Highlights include: \n\nKeynote Speaker – Announcement coming soon!\nBarry L. MacLean Manufacturer of the Year Award\nJanice M. Christiansen Leadership Award\nLegacy award ceremony honoring milestone anniversaries\nNetwork with top executives across Illinois manufacturing industry\nRaffle prizes to be announced (must be present to win)\n\nAs part of this event\, IMA will also host a series of breakout sessions hosted virtually that week with content presented by our partners. \nSchedule of Events:\n10:00am – 11:30am – Registration\n10:30am – 11:45am – Networking Reception and Exhibits\n12:00pm – 2:00pm – Lunch Program \n\nRegister here: 133rd IMA Annual Luncheon
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/133rd-ima-annual-luncheon/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk\, 301 E North Water St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events,Partner Events
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