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The Women's Connection Breakfast is excited to create an opportunity for networking and knowledge transfer between women in the plastics industry.
At the 2017 ANTEC Conference, our goal was to have 50 attendees and we ended up surpassing that with about 120 women and men attending the event.
Enjoy panels who pull from personal stories, to corporate policies, to data analysis.
All plastics professionals and students are welcome, and both men and women are encouraged to attend. This event will be held in room N310FGH.
AGENDA
7:00am - Breakfast Buffet and Open Networking Time
7:30am - Presentation of Awards
7:45am - Panel Discussion
8:15am - Questions From the Audience
8:30am - Adjourn
This event will be held in room N310FGH.
Vicki Flaris
MODERATOR BIOGRAPHY
Bronx College
More information to come!
SPEAKERS
Shelley Fasano
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Vice President Operations, Dymotek Corporation
Shelley Fasano is Vice President Operations of Dymotek Corporation. Dymotek is a custom injection molding company with two facilities in central CT that specialize in multi-material molding including two shot thermoplastic/silicone molding. Dymotek was awarded the Plastic Processor of the Year by Plastics News Magazine last year as well as many other awards including regional awards for Best Places to Work for 5 years in a row.
Shelley took over the operations responsibilities in 2008. Her focus has yielded success predicated on comprehensive training programs for all employees, metric driven goals benchmarked against world class standards and investments in technology
Shelley earned her undergraduate degree in Business from Elms College and her MBA from Western New England University and has a total of 20 years' experience in Finance, Quality Systems and Business Management.
Wesleyne Greer
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Senior Marketing Manager, Materia
Wesleyne Greer is the Senior Sales Manager at Materia where she focuses on the Proxima resin line for a variety of industries. She has 12 years of professional experience in the petrochemical industry working with thermoplastic and thermoset polymers. Before joining Materia, Wesleyne was a Senior Sales Representative for Anton Paar, specializing in rheology instrumentation sales where she received numerous accolades including Sales Person of the Year and Sales Excellence awards. She has a strong track record of driving revenue through sales, marketing, and ongoing customer support.
Wesleyne received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Alcorn State University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude and was chosen as the "Most Outstanding Student" in the graduating class. She is an active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, American Chemical Society, Society of Plastics Engineers, Energy Polymer Group and the Society of Women Engineers.
When she is not working, Wesleyne enjoys mentoring young adults to reach their full potential.
Heather Meixel
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Bamar Plastics
Heather Lee Meixel is president and CEO of Bamar Plastics Corporation, a plastics injection molding firm in South Bend, Indiana. Heather’s thirty years of experience in management, in sales, and in manufacturing, and the ability to envision the future have provided the blueprint for success for the next steps of this 40 year old company.
In Heather’s less than 3-year tenure serving as the company leader, she has analyzed its needs, defined goals, established profitability, and spearheaded major improvements within the company, and collaboration within the community.
The company now boasts 8 new injection molding presses, updated computer hardware and software, and specialized laser inspection equipment that streamlines the manufacturing inspection process. Heather has recruited new talent to work with and learn from Bamar’s highly-experienced seasoned employees. She encourages and financially supports personnel who wish to further their education and training for self-improvement.
In the community, Heather partners with Conexus Indiana, Ivy Tech, and Work One, organizations that coordinate industry with students to promote growth in the manufacturing sector. On manufacturing day each year, Bamar employees host local students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field. Heather has also initiated summer internships for students as opportunities for on-the-job growth and training in order to build a qualified workforce.
Heather holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Purdue University West Lafayette, Indiana. She has previously worked for Darden Restaurants, Nimet Corporation, Kellermeyer, and Nichols Industrial Products.
Judy Carmein
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Global Product Manager, Proto Labs
Judy Carmein is the global product manager for CNC machining at Protolabs, a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer of custom parts for prototyping and low-volume production. Carmein previously worked as a project manager both at Protolabs and FAAC Inc. Prior to working in management, she spent several years as a software developer in the custom motion control and 3D printing businesses. Carmein holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering.
