Webinar Recordings
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: PRACTICE MAKES IMPROVEMENT: Why Kata Matters at Every Level in Your Organization Successful organizations don’t just solve problems, they build a culture of problem solvers. Kata […]
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — Small and mid-sized manufacturers across Illinois will gather Thursday, November 12, 2026, for the NextGen Manufacturing AI Summit, hosted by the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) […]
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: America’s Talent Pipeline Program: Winning the War for Talent SUMMARY: Since 2021, America’s Talent Pipeline Program has helped manufacturers strengthen how they attract, hire, develop, and […]
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: ISO 14001 EVOLUTION: Understanding the New Revision and What It Means for Manufacturers As global environmental expectations continue to evolve, manufacturers are seeing increased demand for […]
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: Cut Costs Fast with Smarter Compressed Air Slide Deck This session takes a practical, educational look at one of the most common and costly inefficiencies in […]
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: MANAGE PEOPLE EFFECTIVELY: TWI Job Relations for Leaders Executive Brief: UPSKILLING FOR GROWTH Strong leaders know that results come through people, but guiding a team isn’t […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Discover how Illinois manufacturers can build a digitally ready workforce, close skills gaps, and get more value from technology investments through upskilling, cross-training, and apprenticeships.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
A survey of 125 Kane County manufacturers reveals a stable, growth-ready industry—and a critical opportunity to connect small manufacturers with the resources, technology, and workforce solutions they need to thrive.
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Tour logged 2,000 miles, made more than 30 stops at manufacturing facilities, colleges and community centers across Illinois to spotlight career opportunities and highlight modern manufacturing
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Tour runs Oct. 2 – 9, is visiting manufacturing facilities, colleges and community centers across Illinois to spotlight career opportunities and highlight modern manufacturing
Success Stories
Company Snapshot Company: Se-Kure Controls Location: Illinois Industry: Retail Loss Prevention & Security Manufacturing Products: Anti-theft devices, retail security systems, convex mirrors, and safety products for retailers. MEP Partner: IMEC […]
Success Stories
Company Snapshot Manufacturer: Pedoc Power Pedestals Location: Illinois Industry: Electrical Equipment Manufacturing MEP Partner: IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) Marketing Partner: B2Btail The Challenge For nearly five decades, Pedoc Power […]
Our cutting-edge supply chain center is designed to connect Illinois manufacturers with suppliers across the United States. Tailored specifically to support the Buy America Initiative, this initiative fosters local sourcing and empowers manufacturers to access a diverse network of reliable suppliers.
We created Career Pathways in Manufacturing to strengthen workforce and economic competitiveness, securing a resilient economy for the future.
