SME Member Drew Crowe: Championing Second Chances in Manufacturing    As we celebrate Second Chance Month, we shine a spotlight on Drew Crowe, founder of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance and an advocate who embodies resilience, as the essence of second chances. Second Chance Month aims to inform and underscore opportunities to help forge meaningful pathways for individuals returning from incarceration. Read More The inaugural "Women of SMART Experience" is a dynamic event brought to you by SME and Women in Manufacturing. Co-located with the Smart Manufacturing Experience, attendees will receive a blend of professional development, view new advancements in smart manufacturing technologies, engage in a charitable cause, and be part of a transformative movement shaping the future of manufacturing.  There's still time to submit a nomination to become one of this year's 30 Under 30 honorees - deadline extended until April 30. Read more stories from the April 3rd webinar where these rising stars shared invaluable insights into their diverse experiences and paths to success, offering guidance for both emerging and professionals alike. Highlights from SME Career Café: What are Soft Skills? During our recent SME Career Café on April 2, career development professionals and industry experts Arthur Hughes, Laura Johnson, Monica Lawson, and Christie Hasbrouck shared valuable insights on the importance of soft skills and strategies for honing them.  Read More Member Council Insights: Brock Strunk  Brock Strunk shares his journey as an active SME member, Highlighting the power of mentorship. Starting as a student participant, he received valuable guidance, shaping his career. Now on Member Council, Brock emphasizes giving back as a mentor. Engaging in SME communities, he's cultivated a network of mentors contributing to his growth. Join our four-day virtual class for comprehensive blueprint reading and engineering drawing insights. Gain practical knowledge and enhance your blueprint interpretation skills. Members are eligible for a $100 discount at registration. The Additive Manufacturing Production Club offers a unique opportunity to recognize manufacturers of AM parts and products that have produced a certain number of items in a calendar year utilizing AM technologies.  SME Media Website Relaunch  SME Media, the publishing division of SME, recently relaunched its digital platform, AdvancedManufacturing.org. The site will serve as the online home for Manufacturing Engineering and Smart Manufacturing magazines as well as provide news, thought leadership and insights to help businesses across the industry stay current on trends in technology, talent and workforce development and challenges facing manufacturers across North America. Have a question? Need more information about your membership, upcoming events or how to navigate the vast resources of SME? Want to start a new chapter in your community? Don't hesitate to contact us , thank you for being an SME Member since ! Your SME Membership expires on . To ensure uninterrupted access to your benefits, renew before your expiration date. (Note: this renewal message is not applicable for Life, Fellow and Honorary Members).