Stephanie Kwolek: Inventor of Kevlar
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the contributions of women in every field, including manufacturing. Women have been making significant contributions to the manufacturing industry throughout […]
Hedy Lamarr: A Pioneer in Wireless Communication
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the contributions of women in every field, including the skilled trades. For this blog post, we will take a look […]
Celebrating Women in Construction Week: Breaking Barriers and Building a Better Future
Women have been historically underrepresented in the construction industry, accounting for only 9.9% of the total workforce according to the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). However, the numbers […]
Women’s History Month: Honoring Women of Non-Traditional Accomplishments
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of women throughout history. While there are many well-known figures who have made significant contributions to society, there […]
The Statistics of Hiring More Women in Non-Traditional Jobs
Diversity in the workplace has become an increasingly important issue in recent years, and for good reason. Studies have shown that diverse teams are more innovative and perform better than […]
Exploring the World of Trades: Why More Women are Choosing Nontraditional Careers
The world of trades has long been associated with men and masculinity, with jobs such as plumbing, welding, and carpentry often seen as male-dominated professions. However, in recent years, more […]
Is a Manufacturing Career Right for Me?
Are you thinking of a career in manufacturing, but not sure if it’s the right fit? It can be difficult for women to imagine themselves in this traditionally male-dominated industry. […]
West Virginia Women Work Is Named a Stanley Black & Decker Makers Grant Recipient
The Global Impact Challenge will reskill more than 200,000 makers and trade professionals in 2023 February 2023, Morgantown, WV – Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced the recipients of […]
Nontraditional Careers: Why a Bootcamp May Be the Perfect Choice
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, many individuals are seeking careers outside of traditional job paths. With the increasing demand for new and in-demand skills, taking a boot camp to […]
RCBI to Offer CNC Machining Bootcamps
The U.S. has an abundance of manufacturing jobs right now and not enough people to fill them. RCBI is hoping to change that with a series of boot camps. The […]