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IMA Women Makers Series Kick Off: Leading Where You Stand — Driving Impact at Every Level
A dynamic event bringing together women in manufacturing to grow as leaders, build meaningful connections, and drive impact at every level.
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Defense Industry Day
Defense Industry Day is a premier statewide gathering designed to spark collaboration, strengthen industry–government partnerships, and accelerate innovation across the rapidly expanding Department of Defense (DoD) manufacturing sector.
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Spring 2026 Factory Tour – Yorkville
IMEC is proud to partner with the Kendall Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) for the upcoming Spring 2026 Factory Tour.
Blogs
From Labor Gaps to Long-Term ROI: How Apprenticeships Pay Off for Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturers
Structured apprenticeships help small and mid-sized manufacturers reduce turnover, boost productivity, and build the skilled workforce needed for technology-driven growth.
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BUILD. TRAIN. RETAIN. Food & Beverage Manufacturers: Grant-Funded Apprenticeships Made Easy – 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.
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BUILD. TRAIN. RETAIN. Food & Beverage Manufacturers: Grant-Funded Apprenticeships Made Easy – Belvidere
This interactive workshop introduces food industry manufacturers to the Registered Apprenticeship model and provides a practical roadmap for launching or expanding a program.
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BUILD. TRAIN. RETAIN. Food & Beverage Manufacturers: Grant-Funded Apprenticeships Made Easy – Lisle
This interactive workshop introduces food industry manufacturers to the Registered Apprenticeship model and provides a practical roadmap for launching or expanding a program.
Whitepapers & Reports
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce
Apprenticeships turn workforce uncertainty into a predictable, controllable input, delivering measurable ROI while strengthening operational stability and long-term competitiveness.
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Apprenticeship Roundtable – Marion
Join this roundtable discussion as local employers share their experiences, success stories, and best practices for developing skilled talent through apprenticeship programs.
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REMS Summit 2026
This full-day event connects manufacturers, leaders, and solution providers to explore key priorities for today’s operations, including workforce and leadership development, automation, supply chain strategy, and data-driven decision-making.