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WiM South is an annual regional conference for women (and the men who support them) who are navigating the way through their manufacturing careers—whether it be on the shop floor, in the C-Suite, or anywhere in between.
WiM South offers unique and interactive learning and networking opportunities all within a virtual platform (brand new this year). Participants will enjoy diving into one-on-one career coaching sessions, engaging workshops and collaborative breakout sessions on topics that foster professional and personal growth.
In addition to valuable learning opportunities, WiM South participants will have the ability to connect with industry peers, scheduling group meetings, one-on-one appointments, and by participating in scheduled networking sessions! Navigate your way to success from the comfort of your home or office by registering for WiM South 2020.
AGENDA
Thursday, October 22, 2020 (Eastern Time)
10:00 - 10:15 a.m.
Welcome Address
10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Keynote: The Strength of a Leader
Michelle White, Quality Inspection Manager - Mazda Toyota Manufacturing
In her keynote address, Michelle White will share her personal story of shifting into manufacturing mid-career. Her story will inspire and engage attendees to leverage strength, grit, and an uncompromising dedication to the customer in order to grow their leadership capacity.
11:10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Breakout Sessions for Professional Growth
Engaging Employees Through Professional DevelopmentWendi Shufflebarger, Human Resources Generalist - GE Appliances, a Haier Company
As a company, you want your employees to be invested in your business goals. You want them to get excited about your successes, and feel motivated to improve your products, contribute to your workplace culture, and be an active part of the company community. Your employees will not be as apt to be invested in you, though, if you don’t make it a point to invest in them. We will look into a variety of ways you and your organization can contribute to the development of your workforce as a way to increase engagement and production. We will also explore what you do with invaluable employees who are interested in developing their career when you are part of an organization that doesn't have a lot of promotional opportunities due to the economy or your organization's structure.
Strengthening Your Powerbase
Dave Baker, Founder/Principal - Palmetto Leadership Center
Relationships are one of the most important currencies that leaders and managers have. Your 'powerbase' allows you to make things happen, learn about opportunities before they are posted publicly, and gain access to resources and information that others don’t have. Some leaders and managers build their base of professional relationships proactively. Others do this intuitively without thinking about it, and still, others have a blind spot when it comes to nurturing and strengthening their professional relationships. We'll assess your current network and then systematically develop a plan to improve the key relationships in their network.
12:15 - 1:00 p.m.
Direct To Consumer Sales for ManufacturingBonnie Mauldin, Founder and Managing Director - The Mauldin Group
Competition in today’s online-driven market, is tough. Selling your products directly to end consumers requires focus, strategy and endurance. And, harnessing the power of the digital marketplace is the best way to reach them.
Bonnie’s talk will cover exciting tips like…
• What a Sales Funnel is and How to Use it!
• Finding your Target Market
• Timelines and Strategy
• Top Marketing Tools for Manufacturers
• Getting The Whole Team Ready for DTC
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Exhibits/One-on-One Appointments/Coaching Sessions
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Networking Hour
Friday, October 23, 2020 (Eastern Time)
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Exhibits/One-on-One Appointments/Coaching Sessions
11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A Word From Mary Ellen Grom, Executive Director of Marketing Communications - AFL
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Panel Discussion
1:00 - 1:50 p.m.
Breakout Sessions for Personal Growth
Quieting Your Inner CriticRobyn Woods, Regional Business HR Partner - Nordson Corporation
Do you constantly feel incapable of performing on your job or accomplishing a goal? Do you struggle to speak up or give your opinion during meetings due to the fear of being judged by others?
You have the experience, education, and credentials, but the inner negative chatter limits your ability to show others what you’re made of. It’s time to call out your Inner Critic! This session will cover the commonality of the inner critic among women and provide tips on ways you can overcome it and rediscover your voice personally and professionally. Take charge of your life’s purpose and Quiet Your Inner Critic!
Personal Growth Through HumorAllison Krache Giddens, President - Win-Tech, Inc.
Learn the health benefits of laughter, the linguistics of being funny, and how bouncing back with positivity is a trait of inevitable success.
2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Manufacturing in the South: Navigating, Pivoting & Growing
Jennifer Noel Fletcher, Deputy Secretary of Commerce - South Carolina Department of Commerce
The importance of manufacturing to the southern U.S. has a rich history – one that is continually evolving. From textiles to today’s advanced technology, manufacturing is standing the test of time. Earlier this year, the industry paused with COVID-19, but recent manufacturing data shows the economy is regaining traction. This positive outlook and the proven ability to pivot to an everchanging business climate illustrate the tremendous growth potential for manufacturing and women in the industry.
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
90-Minute Workshop - Resilience, Laughter & Change
Jenny Drescher and Ellen Feldman Ornato, Founding Partners - Bolder Company Inc.
2020 has proven that Change is a constant. Fortunately, there are specific mindsets and skills that you can employ to handle change with strength and humor. You'll learn a tool to help separate what you can control from what you can't influence or change. This process helps you get a better handle on how to move forward more confidently and with more optimism and clarity. During this hands-on, interactive session, you'll have fun and even take pointers with you for your team, so that you can feel like you have more agency and ease while giving yourself space to laugh.