College of Fellows  Since 1986, the SME College of Fellows has celebrated individuals who've made exceptional contributions to manufacturing. This year, nine professionals will be honored for their 20 plus years of service. Recognition events will be held throughout 2024. LEARN MORE Award Applications Now Open  Celebrate your innovative ideas, career success, and altruistic work. Your boundless imagination, creativity, and drive have revolutionized manufacturing. SME offers various awards to recognize your contributions in education and throughout your career. LEARN MORE Membership Matters: Rashmi Vadlakonda  I believe that an SME membership is a must for young professionals, particularly those starting their journey as manufacturing engineers. With a strong presence in higher education institutions, SME provides a supportive network of industry veterans ready to offer guidance. From technical expertise to networking events, SME equips emerging professionals with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of entering the manufacturing workforce. I strongly advise seizing the opportunity to join SME to set yourself up for success in your career. Rashmi is one of six women featured in SMART Manufacturing. LEARN MORE Women of SMART Experience Join us at Women of SMART Experience, June 4 in Pittsburgh, PA for an inspiring discussion with industry leaders. Panelists: Lisa Masciantonio, ARM Institute Jennifer Coyne, Barnes Global Advisors Sirisha Kuchimanchi, Sahita Technologies Georgette Nelson, America Makes and NCDMM Moderated by Susan Kolinski, PennEngineering Keynote speakers: Madeleine MacRae, Legacy Leadership Institute Andrea Raggambi, PerforMore, LLC LEARN MORE Dealing with the HR Headache In the recent Emerging Professionals Coffee Chat, HR professional Kim Miscavage and career development coach Kelli Carroll shared valuable insights on navigating the complexities of human resources in a new job or role. Learn your rights, ask questions during onboarding, and embrace company culture. Stay informed about HR trends for career success. LEARN MORE MTSU Special Funding The Middle Tennessee State Chapter S239 Robotics Club, sponsored by SME Chapter 43 Nashville, showcased their skills and innovation at the prestigious National Robotics Challenge (NRC) 2024 in Marion, Ohio.  LEARN MORE Member Council Insights: Tara Thomasson Tara Thomasson, a technical fellow at Lockheed Martin and serving on the SME Member Council, shares her thoughts on how mentorship fosters personal and professional development through a relationship grounded in trust, wisdom-sharing, and mutual respect, offering guidance, encouragement, and inspiration. Professional societies provide a platform for networking, continuous learning, and staying updated on industry advancements, offering access to resources like technical publications, industry events, and career development opportunities LEARN MORE EmpowerHer: Inspiring Youth to Pursue Careers in Engineering SME Membership and the Alliance for Working Together (AWT) recently hosted EmpowerHer, a collaborative, virtual event designed to encourage and empower young people, especially young women, to pursue careers in the field of engineering. SME will also partner with AWT on June 21 to host an in-person panel at the conclusion of their "Summer Manufacturing Institute," STEM-to-career summer camps. LEARN MORE 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).