Upcoming Events
Inspire Inclusion – 7th Annual Women in Manufacturing Success Forum
WHY ATTEND?
Canada’s leading forum that celebrates women in manufacturing is back!
This event brings together manufacturers, educators, and students from across the country to champion and accelerate the progress of women in the manufacturing sector.
Over the course of three days, join us to:
- Dive deep into strategies for attracting and retaining women in manufacturing workplaces
- Explore ways to engage and inspire the next generation of young women to consider manufacturing careers
- Hear firsthand stories from women working in manufacturing
Mark your calendars for March 5-7 – prepare to hear from industry leaders, including untold stories of women in industry, and network with industry peers.
Help CME increase the number of women in manufacturing by 100,000 by 2030. Together, We Can Do It!
EVENT AGENDA
MARCH 5, 2024
Opening Remarks
Dennis Darby
President & CEO
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
Welcome Remarks
Angela Pappin
Chief Transformation Officer, ArcelorMittal Dofasco North America
Chair of CME’s Women in Manufacturing Working Group
Inspiring Inclusion: Tenaris’ Story
What strategies are most effective for promoting careers in manufacturing to expand your workforce? Gain insights from a leading manufacturer, Tenaris, as they share their lessons learned and internal initiatives aimed at fostering inclusion and supporting their team members.
Fiana Bakshan
Legal Regional Director
Tenaris Canada
Mike Dottor
Quality Senior Director
Tenaris Canada
Fireside Chat: Supporting Women in Manufacturing
Erin McLean
Verification & Control Analyst
Tenaris Canada
Amelie Chabert
Manufacturing Operations Manager
AMBICO Limited
Closing Remarks
Nathalie Batten, P. Eng
Senior Vice President of Operations
Organigram
March 6, 2024
Opening Remarks
Erin Buchanan-Gelinas
General Manager, Manufacturing – North Plant
Toyota Motor Mfg Canada Inc.
Attracting Women in Manufacturing
As the industry evolves, companies are shifting the focus from traditional “manufacturing experience” to a skills-based approach, opening doors to a diverse pool of talent. With over 15 years of experience, hear from Liza Vityuk as we explore innovative tactics to make manufacturing more attractive, reshaping its image to align with the modern workforce’s aspirations and values.
Liza Vityuk
Partner
McKinsey and Company
Lessons Learned: StandardAero’s Story
With a focus on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, Stacey Barrette, Senior Human Resources Manager at StandardAero, leads the organization’s Canadian Employment Equity program. During this session, Stacey will share StandardAero’s best practices and delve into her personal journey. She will candidly share her motivations for pursuing a career in manufacturing and the challenges and opportunities she has navigated in attracting women to StandardAero.
Stacey Barrette
Senior Human Resources Manager
StandardAero
Closing Remarks
Ewa Okon
Executive Director, Human Resources, Canada Value Chain
Estee Lauder Cosmetics
March 7, 2024
Opening Remarks
Driving Change by Inspiring Empowerment
With a tremendous background in advancing gender quality and women’s rights from an intersectional lens, hear from Julie Savard-Shaw about common misconceptions surrounding the roles of women and explore strategies for bridging the STEM gap. Discover practical approaches to recognizing bias, engaging male leaders, and creating more inclusive environments where diverse talents can thrive.
Julie Savard-Shaw
Executive Director
The Prosperity Project
Creating an Inclusive Environment: Honda of Canada Mfg.’s Story
Discover the strategies and initiatives implemented by Honda to create an inclusive and empowering workplace environment. Walk away with practical tips for fostering gender equality and diversity within your own company.
Susan Kenny
Plant Manager
Honda of Canada Mfg.
Tara Lagani
Compliance and Ethics Manager
Honda of Canada Mfg.
Closing Remarks
Dennis Darby
President & CEO
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
COST
CME Members: Complimentary – anyone from your company can register
Non-Members: $200+ tax
Students/Educators: Free
Sponsorship Opportunities
Are you interested in boosting brand awareness and connecting with a dynamic audience of influential decision makers within the manufacturing sector?
Contact Erin Epstein via email to explore how your company can become an integral part of our community.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact Erin.Epstein@cme-mec.ca, Events & Partnership Coordinator.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
