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SUMMARY:Women Makers: Building the Workforce of Tomorrow 2026
DESCRIPTION:Women Makers: Building the Workforce of Tomorrow | Marion, Illinois\nThe Illinois Manufacturers’ Association is bringing its 2026 Women Makers Series to Southern Illinois, with Stop #3 hosted in Marion! This event will bring together accomplished women leaders and industry professionals for meaningful conversations about expanding opportunity, strengthening the workforce, and breaking down barriers to employment in our region.\nMeet the featured speakers and industry leaders:\n🔹 Sarah Hartwick — Senior Vice President, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association\n🔹 Jennifer Olson — Director of Economic Development, City of Marion\n🔹 Allison Ricci — Owner, Ascension Roofing and Covenant Construction Consultants\n🔹 Amanda Throgmorton — Regional Chief Operating Officer, Deaconess Illinois\n🔹 Stephanie Robinson — Chief Executive Officer, Man-Tra-Con Corporation\n🔹 Faith Wagner — Owner, The Downtown Dip\n🔹 Team RED representative — Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity\nMore presenters and panelists to be announced—stay tuned!\nFrom recruiting and retaining talent to addressing childcare, transportation, and housing barriers, the discussions will explore practical solutions to help Southern Illinois employers and communities build a stronger workforce.\nWednesday, November 18, 2026 | 11 AM–1 PM\nEThOs @ The Citadel, 504 Tower Square Plaza, 5th Floor, Marion, IL\nLunch will be served.\nThis event is open exclusively to women makers at every stage of their manufacturing careers.\nRegister by November 11: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vh2pd5c ( https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vh2pd5c )\nWe’re proud to welcome this outstanding group of women leaders to Marion for a conversation that connects talent, business, and community opportunity.\n \n
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LOCATION:504 Tower Square Plaza | Marion, IL 62959
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