Time:10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost:$59.95 for 6-part series
Registration: This event is specifically designed for manufacturers. Go to CTmrg.com to register or call 860-432-9977

Presentations and Panel Discussions – 6-Part Series

October 15, 2020 – Second Chance Program – Whitcraft & Department of Corrections
Leesa Schipani (CTmrg board member) will moderate a discussion with a representative from Whitcraft and the Department of Corrections. They will demonstrate how they have successfully incorporated the Second Chance program into their business. This will be a tactical session for those who are interested in this program for their company.

December 17, 2020 – Alternative Workforce – Legrand, North and Central America
Michael Kijak, Director of Operational Excellence & Legrand Way with Legrand, North and Central America will discuss incorporating an alternative workforce into a manufacturing environment. With the need to grow the manufacturing workforce, all groups of people should be considered.

February 18, 2021 – Panel Discussion – Variety of Manufacturers
Leesa Schipani (CTmrg board member) will moderate a discussion with representatives from several CT manufacturers. They will provide insight into their successes both with recruitment and retention. It will be a best practices session with specifics on practical implementation.

April 15, 2021 – Emotional Quotient Training – Wepco Plastics & Westminster Tool
Representatives from Wepco Plastics and Westminster Tool will discuss successful training options. Both companies have invested in EQ (Emotional Quotient) training to create an engaging place to work. If you have a tight budget and are looking for a program that will have a measurable impact on retention and recruiting, this is a webinar to attend.

June 17, 2021 – Apprenticeship Program – Workforce Alliance & Manufacturer TBD
Workforce Alliance of South Central CT will be presenting a case study with one of their manufacturing clients. They will discuss how they successfully implemented the Apprenticeship Program in their facility. Similar to all webinars in the series, this will be a tactical approach to implementing the Apprenticeship Program into your manufacturing facility.

August 19, 2021 – Panel Discussion – Variety of Manufacturers
Leesa Schipani (CTmrg board member) will again moderate a discussion with representatives from a new group CT manufacturers. They will provide insight into their successes both with recruitment and retention. It will be a best practices session with specifics on practical implementation.