AWMI - Association Of Women In The Metal Industries - International

???????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????? ?????????????????? Join a fast-growing organization that’s guided by foundational Core Values and prioritizes employee safety. Have an impact with Olympic Steel. Get started: https://ow.ly/6v6450U6vau AWMI - Association Of Women In The Metal Industries - International would like to thank Olympic Steel for being a Platinum Corporate Member and for their ongoing support of our organization! #OlympicSteel #AWMI2024 #WomenInMetals #PlatinumMember #AWMIsocialmedia

? Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and celebration! The AWMI Quad Cities Chapter is hosting a Holiday Party & Member Appreciation Event on December 11, 2024. Come enjoy food, drinks, and great company as we wrap up the year and recognize the incredible members who make our community strong. ?? ?? Location: Bridgeside Links - Muscatine, Iowa ?? Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM ??Register here: https://lnkd.in/eUFCQ7Dq Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, unwind, and celebrate another amazing year together. Register today to secure your spot! #AWMI2024 #HolidayParty #MemberAppreciation #Networking #AWMIQuadCities #AWMIsocialmedia #womeninmetals

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???????????????????????? ???????????????????? Join Steel Market Update and Port Tampa Bay for the 36th Annual Tampa Steel Conference, taking place February 2-4 in sunny Tampa! This prestigious event, co-hosted by SMU and Port Tampa Bay, offers a wealth of industry insights, expert speakers, and invaluable networking opportunities to help you forge new connections and stay ahead of the ever-evolving steel market. As one of the nation's largest and longest-running steel conferences, the Tampa Steel Conference highlights the critical role iron and steel products play in driving the U.S. economy. Attendees will gain access to a wide range of timely topics and market discussions, making this an essential forum for industry professionals. Steel Market Update (SMU) is recognized as a leading authority on steel pricing, industry news, and market trends across North America. Like the Tampa Steel Conference, SMU's annual Steel Summit is a marquee event for the industry, drawing thousands of attendees and earning high praise since 2021. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn at one of the steel industry's most influential gatherings! ??Event link: https://ow.ly/MyCB50TNuOc #AWMI2024 #WomeninMetals #AWMIsocialmedia #SteelMarketUpdate #TampaSteelConference2025 #TSC2025

AWMI - Association Of Women In The Metal Industries - International wrapped up an incredible conference last Friday! From insightful sessions to inspiring speakers and valuable networking, this event truly highlighted the best of our industry. We left with new knowledge, strengthened connections, and excitement for what lies ahead. Until next year in Phoenix! #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals

Closing out three impactful days of networking, education, and inspiration is our final panel, 'Women in Manufacturing'. We are excited to have 3 awesome panelists on stage along with AWMI International Vice President and moderator, Anna Tompkins: Monica Apodaca works at Trane Technologies as a Senior Category Manger leading a team for Steel, Specialty Components, Coatings, and Polymers. She has been an AWMI member for 16 years, serving at the chapter level on the AWMI Carolinas Chapter board as well as the Regional and National level as Southern Regional Director. Heidi Ward is the Director of Finance Systems and Operations at Wabash. Her strong understanding for finance and her acumen naturally led her to her current role. She is leading the Wabash S/4 Hana implementation to further lay foundation od Wabash's digital transformation. Gia Duke works for John Deere as the Director Supply Management for Construction, Forestry and Power Systems, a position she has held since March 2022. Gia is responsible for supplier relationships and providing strategic direction for Supply Management with internal and external stakeholders. #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals

Our panel 'Tug-of-War: The Economy, Trade Policy, and Metals' is up next! Along with moderator Deana Lecy, we have a two great panelist to help us look at the metals industry and our economy today: Michael Cowden is managing editor for Steel Market Update. Michael has covered the steel industry since 2007. He specializes in flat-rolled steel but has also reported on steel long products, steel pipe and tube, and aluminum. Lisa Reisman is CEO of MetalMiner. MetalMiner is known for its unique forecasting and industrial buying insights. #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals

Up next on our agenda is a panel by Platinum Corporate Member, Samuel, Son & Co.! 'Moving the Needle with Women in Leadership' is being moderated by Samuel's President and CEO Colin Osborne and features 3 amazing panelists: Karen Fenton is Chief People Officer, and she focuses on building a high-performance culture and establishing Samuel as an exceptional place to work. Ms. Fenton leads the Human Resources organization and the company’s talent management, diversity, equity and inclusion, and rewards and recognition programs. Maria Perrella is Chief Financial Officer, a position she has held since 2023. Ms. Perrella has over 30 years of progressive financial experience in both public and private corporations. Cecile Chung is General Counsel and Corporate Secretary and is responsible for all legal, governance and compliance matters across the Company. #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals

Up next is our 3rd and final Keynote Speaker, Tabitha Stine, General Manager of Energy Solutions Services and Marketing & Branding at Nucor Corporation! Tabitha leads Nucor’s Construction Solutions Services, addressing construction challenges across diverse audiences, while also spearheading marketing and branding for Nucor and its subsidiaries. With over 23 years in structural engineering and market development, her expertise in the structural steel industry is invaluable. #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals

Day 2 at AWMI's Annual Conference kicks off with Keynote Speaker Lauren Wilk, Vice President of Government Affairs & Sustainability at Arconic! Lauren leads Arconic’s sustainability strategy, focusing on decarbonization, environmental compliance, and advancing the company’s 2030 goals. She also oversees policy issues and advocacy efforts across multiple government levels, ensuring Arconic’s leadership in sustainability and responsible growth. #AWMI2024 #awmisocialmedia #awmiannualconference #womeninmetals