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Winning the War for Manufacturing Talent – Lisle
During this information session, you’ll learn how TPP works, hear examples of employer success, and explore how participation can help your organization attract and retain the workforce needed for future growth.
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Defense Industry Day – final registrations
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.
Webinar Recordings
BOOST TEAM PERFORMANCE: Unlocking the Power of Workstyles
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: BOOST TEAM PERFORMANCE: Unlocking the Power of Workstyles Whitepaper: Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Workstyles shape how individuals think, communicate, and get things done. Understanding and adapting to […]
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Defense Industry Day Networking Breakfast
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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Defense Industry Day TRUMPF Tour
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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Defense Industry Day DMG MORI Tour
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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UNLOCKING GROWTH POTENTIAL: Southeastern Illinois Manufacturing Roundtable – Flora
Join us at this hands‑on, solution‑oriented meeting created for manufacturers seeking real‑world strategies to build and retain a strong workforce.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
The State of Manufacturing Apprenticeships: National Trends, ROI, and How This Impacts Illinois Manufacturers
Manufacturers facing persistent workforce shortages and evolving skill demands can leverage apprenticeships as a proven, high-ROI strategy to build sustainable talent pipelines and future-proof their operations.
Blogs
Building Apprenticeship Programs: A Practical Path to Stronger Talent Pipelines
A practical guide for manufacturers to build apprenticeship programs that strengthen talent pipelines, improve retention, and deliver measurable ROI.
Webinar Recordings
BUILDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: Structure, ROI, and Implementation
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: BUILDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: Structure, ROI, and Implementation Download: Building Tomorrow’s Workforce As manufacturers continue to face workforce challenges, apprenticeship programs offer a proven way to build […]