Shaws Ingrid Redmon Recognized with a Women MAKE Award

By Georgio Salas.
Updated Mar 1, 2023

DALTON, Ga. (PRWEB) March 01, 2023 - The Manufacturing Institutethe workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturersannounced that Shaw Industries Ingrid Redmon, director of project management, has been named a 2023 Women MAKE Awards Honoree. This annual national awards program honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite.

The Manufacturing Institute is advocating for women and creating a better future for our industry I am honored and humbled to be recognized by the Institute, said Redmon. I am passionate about mentoring and preparing the next generation of diverse leaders in manufacturing because unique perspectives are often the ones that make others think differently and help drive impactful change.

Redmon began her career with Shaw 23 years ago and since then, has worked in a variety of roles in manufacturing, marketing, sales and information technology. She has been a true change-maker with a passion for results and has catalyzed innovation for Shaw and its customers. Additionally, Redmon has been an avid champion for diversity and inclusion. She was a founding member of Conexin, Shaws Hispanic and Latino associate resource group, and helped build a corporate mentoring program that helps develop talented women at Shaw.

'Ingrid's versatility is a testament to her ability to adapt to changing circumstances and contribute in diverse capacities,' said Torrance Ford, vice president of talent management for Shaw. 'She exemplifies the robust career path that manufacturing offers and with every role she has served in, she has left a lasting mark on our organization. Ingrid's unique skill set and passion for learning make her an invaluable asset to our team.'

The Women MAKE Awards honor exceptional women in manufacturing and motivate them to mentor the next generation through an annual awards gala and associated leadership training program. On April 20, the Manufacturing Institute will recognize 130 recipients of the Women MAKE Awards in Washington, D.C. The evening will highlight each Honoree and Emerging Leaders story, including their leadership and accomplishments in manufacturing.

ABOUT SHAW

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, laminate, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. The company meets its diverse customer needs through an expansive portfolio of brands, including: Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Floors, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens and more.

Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $7 billion in annual revenue and more than 20,000 associates worldwide. Headquartered in Dalton, Ga., Shaw has salespeople and/or offices located throughout the U.S. as well as Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, India, Mexico, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Vietnam. Visit http://www.shawinc.com for more information.

ABOUT THE MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE

The Manufacturing Institute builds, diversifies and strengthens the modern manufacturing workforce, with the goal of furthering individual opportunity, community prosperity and a more competitive manufacturing industry. The MI engages underrepresented communities and shifts perceptions about careers in modern manufacturing, leads skilled training and career development programs, provides thought leadership and research on the changing state of the workforce and builds partnerships to scale up its impact on manufacturing in the United States. As the 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers, the MI is a trusted adviser to manufacturers, equipping them with solutions for the industrys toughest challenges. For more information, please visit http://www.themanufacturinginstitute.org.

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