Women in Forging Committee
The FIA Women in Forging Committee has been created to help women in the forging industry connect, network, build relationships, mentor other women, and empower females in the forging industry to grow in leadership roles.
The Women in Forging Committee members will take an active part in providing input on the events and content that FIA will host for the women in the forging industry.
What can you expect?
- Quarterly Meetings
- Participation in committee discussion and attendance at events
- Discounted registration on certain FIA events and trainings
- Opportunity to connect with other women in the industry
- Collaboration with other members in the forging industry
- Receive up to date news and issues regarding the industry
Men as allies: Support the females in your company and encourage them to join the FIA Women in Forging Committee!
How We Can Help
- Leadership Training: Improve your leadership skills and get training on communication, delegation, time management, objective setting, and more - so that you can grow in your career.
- Industry Insight: Gain valuable industry insight from subject matter experts and other industry stakeholders.
- Workforce Development: Get access to prospective interns, apprentices and employees through a variety of channels including college and technical school connections. Discuss labor and workforce development with other women in the forging industry.
- Peer Networking: Connect and collaborate with other women in the industry through social media groups, virtual meetings and workshops, and in-person events.
WiF Partnerships:
Xena Workwear
We are excited to announce a new affinity program/partnership with Xena Workwear! Our Women in Forging (FIA) committee members will now receive a special discount with their purchase of ASTM certified footwear from Xena.
Just use promo code XenaLovesWIF at checkout for $20 off your purchase.
For more information about Xena Workwear and its inspirational founder - visit www.xenaworkwear.com. Click here to download an informational flyer.
Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship
Established and endowed by a gift from Sharon P. Haverstock and contributions from the forging industry, the Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship program was set up to financially help talented women students become aware of, work towards and experience the many leadership opportunities that a career in manufacturing and the forging industry holds. This scholarship is looking to reward the best and brightest women who have the desire and potential to reach executive or senior leadership levels.
Up to $5,000 scholarships are awarded to full-time graduate and undergraduate students attending a two- or four- year college or university in the fields of engineering, business, or a comparable area of study.
Congratulations to our 2022-2023 Forging Industry Women's Scholarship Winners!
- Brianna Hoff South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
- Najmah Abdur-Rahman Univ of Maryland: College Park
- Kinsey Duwa University of Alabama
- Cristina Lopez Puga University of North Texas
For more information, visit www.fierf.org/students
Join Us
Interested in learning how to join the Women in Forging committee? Please contact Gabby Schultz at gabby@forging.org or call 216-781-6260.
Upcoming Activities: