WiM SUMMIT Spotlight: "State of Women in Manufacturing" with Commerce Deputy Assistant Secretary of Manufacturing

We are really excited about our annual SUMMIT, coming soon on September 29- October 1, 2014 in Schaumburg, IL!

Here on our blog, we've been highlighting various aspects of the upcoming SUMMIT.  We'll continue to post updates because there's so much to talk about!

The SUMMIT is geared toward women in manufacturing careers, gathering together more than 200 professional women to share perspectives and network with others in the industry.

SUMMIT 2014 will kick off its speaking panels bright and early on Tuesday the 30th with a welcome address, given by WiM Director Allison Grealis and remarks on the, "State of Women in Manufacturing," given by U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Assistant Secretary of Manufacturing Chandra Brown.

Brown manages a staff of over 70 international trade professionals, working to boost U.S. exports of manufactured products and helping to create and support jobs for America’s workers.

We’re excited to hear what she has to say about the part women have in the growth!

SUMMIT 2014 is rapidly approaching so register now here!