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?????? Celebrating Rosie the Riveter: A Symbol of Strength & Empowerment During World War II, Rosie the Riveter became an icon of resilience, breaking barriers and proving that women are a force to be reckoned with in manufacturing and beyond. Her legacy lives on today as women continue to shape the industry, innovate, and lead. At WiM Western Michigan, we honor Rosie’s spirit every day—advocating for opportunities, championing inclusion, and inspiring the next generation of women in the workforce. Tag a woman who embodies the #WeCanDoIt attitude and let’s keep the momentum going! #RosieTheRiveter #WomenInManufacturing #StrongerTogether

?? WiM Women to Watch Wednesday ?? Part 2 As we continue celebrating Women's History Month, we’re excited to feature another outstanding leader in our WiM Western Michigan Chapter – Samantha Rittenhouse, CPSM! ?? As Treasurer of WiM Western Michigan and Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Pridgeon and Clay, Sam is passionate about building strong connections among women in manufacturing. ?? "WiM has given me an opportunity to work on leadership skills and collaborate with the other incredible women on the board, which has truly been a rewarding experience." – Sam Rittenhouse Her commitment to fostering growth, networking, and leadership in manufacturing is inspiring! Join us every Wednesday this month as we continue to highlight our incredible chapter leaders—all leading up to introducing our newest leaders in April! Tag a woman in manufacturing who has impacted your journey! ???? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInManufacturing #WiM #WomenToWatchWednesday #BreakingBarriers #ManufacturingLeadership #WiMWesternMichigan

?? WiM Women to Watch Wednesday ?? Part 1 As we continue celebrating Women's History Month, we're excited to highlight another incredible leader in our WiM Western Michigan Chapter – Danielle Schneider ! ?? As Past Chair of WiM Western Michigan and Applications Engineer at Pridgeon and Clay, Dani has experienced firsthand the impact of WiM on personal and professional growth. ?? "WiM has taught me the value of teamwork, the importance of being open to new ideas, and that true leadership comes from inspiring and guiding others rather than simply managing them." – Dani Schneider Her dedication to mentorship and leadership has helped shape the success of our chapter, and we’re thrilled to share that starting April 1st, Dani will take on the role of National Chair of the Women in Manufacturing Association! ???? Tag a woman in manufacturing who inspires you! ???? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInManufacturing #WiM #WomenToWatchWednesday #ManufacturingLeadership #WiMWesternMichigan #WiMNationalChair

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Today, we’re feeling extra lucky to have such an incredible network of women and allies in manufacturing. Your dedication and support make our industry stronger every day. Thank you for being part of our journey—WiM wouldn’t be the same without you! Wishing you a day filled with luck, laughter and a little bit of green! #WomeninMFG #Manufacturing #StPatricksDay

Have you checked out our SWAG store yet? ??? The order window closes at the end of the month, each month! 3/27 is March's last day to order, so make sure to grab your favorite gear before it's too late! Get yours now: https://lnkd.in/gQWY2emG

?? WiM Women to Watch Wednesday ?? As we continue celebrating Women's History Month, we're excited to introduce another incredible leader in our WiM Western Michigan Chapter – Dezeree Centers! ?? As Vice Chair of WiM Western Michigan and VP of Finance at Bucher Hydraulics NA, Dezeree is passionate about connecting with women in manufacturing and inspiring the next generation to explore careers in the industry. ?? "Promoting manufacturing careers to students and other women is a heartfelt passion that drives me every day." – Dezeree Centers Her leadership and dedication embody the spirit of WiM! Stay tuned every Wednesday this month as we highlight more of our amazing chapter leaders—leading up to the introduction of our newest leaders in April! Who inspires you in manufacturing? Tag them in the comments! ???? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInManufacturing #WiM #WomenToWatchWednesday #ManufacturingLeadership #WiMWesternMichigan

Strong. Resilient. Unstoppable. Today, we celebrate the power of women in every industry, every role, and every corner of the world. Together, we rise! #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInManufacturing #StrongerTogether

Celebrating Women's History Month with Ashley Werkema! ?? This month, we honor the resilience, innovation, and leadership of women in manufacturing—just like Ashley Werkema, Chair of WiM Western Michigan and Account Manager at Autocam Medical. ??? As we reflect on the incredible contributions of women throughout history, we also celebrate the trailblazers shaping the future of manufacturing today. ???? Throughout March, we’ll be spotlighting the incredible leaders of our WiM Western Michigan Chapter with WiM "Women to Watch" Wednesdays—all leading up to the introduction of our newest chapter leaders in April! Stay tuned for inspiring stories and powerful voices. What is your why WiM? Who are the women that inspire you? Tag them in the comments! ???? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInManufacturing #WiM #WomenToWatchWednesday #ManufacturingLeadership #WiMWesternMichigan

?? Head Shot Happy Hour at Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits! ?? Need a LinkedIn photo refresh? Join WiM Western Michigan for a professional headshot session while networking over drinks! ?? Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 ?? Time: 4:30 - 6:30 PM EST ?? Location: Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits, Kentwood, MI ?? Cost: WiM Members - $40 | Non-Members - $50 ? Enjoy a casual happy hour, connect with fellow professionals, and walk away with a polished new headshot! ?? Registration is LIVE! Don’t miss out—sign up today! https://lnkd.in/gwtwmfeT #WomenInManufacturing #WiMWesternMichigan #HeadShotHappyHour #Networking #ProfessionalGrowth