2025 HUMAN RESOURCES FORUM ARPM is hosting the annual Human Resources Forum March 12 and 13. Join human resource professionals and senior executives at this unique virtual event designed by manufacturing industry HR professionals. Presentations and discussions will cover current benchmarks, best practices, current challenges, and opportunities for peer networking. Registration is open at www.arpminc.com/events. Not able to attend the event on those days? Register for the event and you will receive access to all recordings and event materials! TRAINING ACADEMY: 2025 OPPORTUNITIES ARPM is excited to share that we will have both in-person and virtual opportunities available through the ARPM Training Academy in 2025! In-Person Opportunities • Advanced Rubber Product Manufacturing Technologies Training will be held March 3–5, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. This three-day course will focus on the elimination of variation associated with the initial design of the rubber article and rubber compound, through the control of the compound’s consistency and manufacturing process. This course will be a mixture of lectures and hands-on demonstrations. • Product Liability Training, a brand-new course, will be offered May 6–8, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Equip yourself with the essential knowledge to navigate the complex world of product liability with this comprehensive course. Designed for manufacturing professionals, this training provides practical insights and strategies to address potential risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and respond effectively in the event of an incident. • Seals Product Design and Manufacturing will take place July 14–18, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. This one-week intensive course provides comprehensive and consistent training in rubber science, product seal design (for static and dynamic sealings), and producibility. Virtual Opportunities • ARPM has a Virtual Learning Management System which now hosts all courses that provide learners with the introductory, core information that they need to understand the basics of each primary discipline of the rubber manufacturing industry. These courses are FREE for members. • ARPM has partnered with Thayer Leadership for the Building Leaders of Character training program. This immersive experience is led by general officers and faculty who reveal their leadership lessons learned from West Point and the U.S. Army. Attendees will engage in academy sessions and interactive experiences including applied academic classroom modules, interactive experiential sessions, mentoring with expert faculty, and inspirational speakers. The next session will be held in the spring 2025. BOARD MEMBERS ARPM is excited to welcome Mathew Augustine (Continental) and Charlie Braun (Custom Rubber) to the Board of Directors! Their experience and leadership will be a great addition to the Board. ARPM would like to extend their gratitude to Jon Meighan and Doug Gilg, who have completed their term on the ARPM Board of Directors. ARPM is grateful for their service and time dedicated to the association! MEMBER NEWS AT A GLANCE EVENTS ON THE HORIZON March 3–5: Advanced Rubber Product Manufacturing Technologies Training (Chicago, Illinois) March 12–13: Human Resources Forum (Virtual) May 6–8: Product Liability Training (Indianapolis, Indiana) July 14–18: Seals Product Design and Manufacturing Training (Indianapolis, Indiana) Register for these events and see a list of all upcoming events on our website at www.arpminc.com/events WWW.ARPMINC.COM / 09
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