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Best Practice Deep Dive
Susan H. Palisano
Director of Education & Workforce DevelopmentSlide3
Manufacturing is facing a serious skills
gap, due in part to the underrepresentation of women in the industryWomen equal ~50% of the general labor
force but only 24% are in manufacturing jobsIn CT,
women represent <20% of graduates in STEM-related degree programs
Lack of female role models
Lack
of experiential opportunities
ChallengeSlide4
Expose girls to dynamic, successful businesswomen and educators who are passionate about their careers and the contributions they
make to our worldHold a high-impact event
(or a series of smaller events) that taps into today’s female manufacturing leaders to help inspire the next generation of leadership and talent
Spark interest in the world of manufacturing and the potential
careers it offers
OpportunitySlide5
Raise awareness of manufacturing-related careers and their skill requirements, workplaces, and educational and career pathways
Improve attitudes toward manufacturing and manufacturing careersChange the perception of
the role of women in manufacturing through positive role models
Increase confidence is ability in STEM-related coursesIncrease representation of girls
in the STEM educational pipeline
Increase the number
of women pursuing STEM careers,
particularly
in manufacturing
Objectives
Design and implement a program specifically geared toward attracting girls to future careers in manufacturing Slide6
Pre-program table displays/demos/networking
Morning w
elcome and presentations
Student and e
ducator
w
orkshops
Afternoon w
elcome
Luncheon and
keynote
a
ddress
Videos
and Career Connections
table
a
ctivity
“Women
in
Manufacturing” Roundtable
Industry/training site tour
Event FormatSlide7
Hands-on, collaborative
Introduce industry concepts (Lean)
Emphasize varied roles, career opportunities
Make connections to STEM
Apply 21st century skills
Student WorkshopsSlide8
Overview of Manufacturing
Manufacturing and the Economy
The Manufacturing Workforce Pipeline
Manufacturing Worker Needs/Skill Sets
Pursuing a Manufacturing Career
Leverage industry partners as presenters
What can schools do?
Educator WorkshopSlide9
Pre-program arrival opportunity
Industry and educational exhibitors
Dream It. Do It. information
Hands-on demonstrations
High-tech displays
Focus on women
Displays/DemonstrationsSlide10
Short, engaging, inspiring
Relate a personal journey or experience
Include multimedia
Focus on roles for women in manufacturing
Encourage interest
Highlight resources and pathways
Keynotes & PresentationsSlide11
Panelists (4-5) from both Industry and
EducationRecognized moderator
Personal stories (3-5 minute “TED Talks”)
When did you first think about a career related to manufacturing, and why? How did your parents or teachers react when you decided to pursue your education/career in manufacturing?
Was there someone who inspired you? Did you have a role model or a mentor?
What has been important to your success in your career?
Roundtable FormatSlide12
What were the most important courses you took in high school or college to prepare you to be successful in your career in manufacturing? (
Industry)What do you think are the most important things students should do to prepare for a career in manufacturing? (Academia)
What are your professional goals? What do you hope to achieve?What do you think are the greatest challenges – either something you’ve experienced personally or that you are aware of – women entering a career in manufacturing will face?
Audience Q&A – Open the floor to students
Moderated QuestionsSlide13
Step #1
Develop a program budget. Consider:Facilities costs
Transportation costsStaffing costs
Food costs
Collateral materials & activity suppliesHonoraria for keynote speakers*
Implementation StepsSlide14
Step #2
Identify
a location to host your
event and/or a program partner. Consider the requirements for:Presentation space
Workshop spaceExhibit/demonstration
space
LuncheonSlide15
Facility Logistics
Bus drop-off/pick-up/parking
Special needs (accessibility and dietary)
VIP/press management
Registration needs
Collateral/displays
Audio-visual requirements
Luncheon seating
Food preparation and serving
Workshop set-up (tables, chairs, etc.)Slide16Slide17
Step #3
Select the program format and activities that fit your event
Include experiential, hands-on opportunities
Provide exposure to manufacturers
Create a collaborative, interactive environment
Highlight local talent
Make it relevant and authentic! Slide18
Step #4
Develop your outreach campaign and create materials for recruitment of students, teachers, roundtable panel participants, and exhibitors. Consider the number of participants you can accommodate based on space, planned activities, and staffing. Slide19Slide20
Step #5
Confirm attendance and share event information with schoolsProvide exhibitors and speakers with guidelinesDevelop schedules, staffing needs
Finalize all logisticsSlide21
Other Logistics
Transportation needs
Acceptance
letters/event information
Registration
Exhibitor requirements
Schedules/flow
Staffing
needs
Workshop materials
Collateral materialsSlide22
Step #6
Day of Event. Encourage students to visit exhibits and demonstrations. Distribute Dream It. Do It. resources and collateral. Provide a welcome and overview of the day, including expectations. Keep to a tight schedule and a fast pace. Ensure smooth transitions from activity to activity. Encourage participation and collaboration through a “safe” environment. Make girls and women important.
Post-program
. Provide student/educator surveys.Slide23
Co-present your event with an existing conference or expo
Partner with industry associations, local chambers, state agencies, etc.Solicit “direct” sponsorships for food, transportation stipends, t-shirts, etc.Solicit event sponsorship
Funding OptionsSlide24
January: Planning/budgeting
January-February: Event sites investigated
February: Event sponsorships solicited
February-March: Facility and date finalized
March: Keynote speaker secured
April-May: Roundtable panel and presenters secured
May: Industry/education exhibitors recruited
May-June: “Save the Date” materials sent
August-September: Student recruitment
September: Second wave of sponsorships solicited
August-September: Logistics finalized
October: Event is held
Program Timeline