Overview
This month’s Solution Series is partnered with the Manufacturing Institute’s STEP Ahead program to help you craft nominations that turn a leader’s achievements into a compelling, award-worthy story. Join STEP Ahead and a panel of experienced nominators from Cargill, DENSO and Toyota Motor North America for a practical, story-driven conversation on what makes a nomination stand out. From identifying the right nominees to drawing out the human story behind their achievements, you’ll leave with concrete strategies to spotlight the people shaping the future of manufacturing—and give every candidate their strongest possible chance.
Participants will learn
- How the STEP Ahead Awards create career-defining recognition
- What qualities and contributions make a nominee stand out, and how to balance measurable results with personal storytelling
- Strategies for sourcing nominations from across an organization to surface hidden talent
- Techniques for drawing out compelling stories from humble or hesitant nominees, including their community involvement
- The most common nomination pitfalls and how to avoid them
Watch the Recording
Missed the live session? Watch the recording, download the key takeaways and put the panelists’ advice to work. Nominations for the 2027 STEP Ahead Awards are open through Friday, October 2, 2026.
Questions or comments? Contact [email protected].
