Annual Events
25th +1 Annual Manufacturer’s Scholarship Awards & Recognition Night

OVERVIEW
Celebrate 25 + 1 years of supporting education in manufacturing with Southwestern Ontario’s chapter of CME. Southwestern Ontario’s premier event unites 300+ industry professionals to celebrate success and award scholarships to the next generation of manufacturing professionals.
In honour of 25 years, CME-SWOB will award $25,000 to regional students pursuing manufacturing careers, including a special $5,000 contribution known as the CME-SWOB Inspiring Girls Award.
Please join us on May 6th at RBC Place London to support education in manufacturing and network with leaders in industry and academia.
Theme: “Where Are They Now?”
Hear from some of our most successful alumni who are making an impact in their careers, communities and most importantly, manufacturing.
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Chris Billington | Erica Glatt | Katherine Down | Kevin Alcock |
Since 1995, CME-SWOB has awarded more than a quarter of a million dollars to nearly 200 students pursuing careers in manufacturing, engineering and the skilled trades. Celebrate an exciting milestone and connect with hundreds of leaders from manufacturing, academia and related industries.
For more information please contact Candace Campbell, CME-SWOB Vice-Chair at candace@nutsforcheese.com or 519-619-9507.
Awarding $25,000 including the NEW ‘Inspiring Girls’ Award
- 10 students pursuing manufacturing careers will receive $2,000 scholarships
- The Ivey Academy Manufacturer of the Year to an employer that facilitates hands-on learning
- Inspiring Girls – $5,000 for 10 grade nine females to promote manufacturing as a career choice
Sponsorship Opportunities (prices may vary)
Platinum $3,000 (+HST)
- 2 Minute Podium Presentation
•Scholarship Names After Your Company
•10 Dinner Tickets ($960 value)
•Inside Cover Recognition on Event Program
•Recognition on All Online/Print Promotional Materials
•Verbal Recognition at Event
•Prominent Exhibit Space
Gold $2,000 (+HST)
- 5 Dinner Tickets ($480 value)
•Inside Cover Recognition on Event Program
•Recognition on All Online/Print Promotional Materials
•Verbal Recognition at Event
•Exhibit Space
Silver $1,000 (+HST)
•2 Dinner Tickets ($198 value)
•Recognition on All Online/Print Promotional Materials
•Verbal Recognition at Event
•Exhibit Space
Bronze $500 (+HST)
•Recognition on All Online/Print Promotional Materials
•Verbal Recognition at Event
For more information please contact Candace Campbell, CME-SWOB Vice-Chair at candace@nutsforcheese.com or 519-619-9507.