Webinar Recordings
BRIDGE THE GAP: Working Across Generations in Manufacturing
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: Bridging the Gap Working Across Generations Slide Deck In today’s manufacturing workplaces, it’s common to see four or even five generations working together — from seasoned […]
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Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking
As you prepare for 2027 budgeting and workforce planning, do you know how your compensation and benefits packages compare to other manufacturers across Illinois? Join us for an exclusive review of the findings and discover how your peers are planning to attract, retain, and reward top talent in an increasingly competitive labor market.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Gaining Executive Commitment to Apprenticeship
Discover how to gain executive buy-in by positioning apprenticeship as a strategic investment that strengthens your workforce, reduces risk, and drives long-term business success.
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HR Forum Summer Meeting
Join us for an essential session with Scott Cruz, HR Forum moderator and Labor & Employment attorney at IMA member UB Greensfelder.
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Apprenticeship Roundtable – Marion
Join our roundtable discussion as local employers share their experiences, success stories, and best practices for developing skilled talent through apprenticeship programs.
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BUILD. TRAIN. RETAIN. Food & Beverage Manufacturers Workshop – Wood River
This interactive workshop introduces food industry manufacturers to the Registered Apprenticeship model and provides a practical roadmap for launching or expanding a program.
Blogs
From Chaos to Clarity: Building a Training Management System That Drives Manufacturing Success
Strong training systems do more than onboard employees, they preserve critical knowledge, improve performance, and help manufacturers build a skilled workforce prepared for long-term success.
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BlueForge Workforce Summit
Gain practical strategies to attract, develop, and retain a stronger manufacturing workforce, from building effective supervisors to developing and retaining skilled employees.
Webinar Recordings
TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity Success Story: Transforming Operations through Trusted Digital Partnerships Manufacturing today faces major workforce challenges from the loss of legacy […]
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Boost Team Performance by Understanding Work Styles
Discover how understanding DiSC work styles can help manufacturing leaders improve communication, reduce conflict, and build stronger, more collaborative teams.