Dear Members of the Injection Molding Division (IMD),
What a difference six months can make! It feels like just yesterday when we gathered to plot our strategic plan for the IMD. Today, I’m thrilled to report that significant progress towards our joint goals is underway.
Our strategic initiatives, spearheaded by dedicated leaders, are shaping up to be pillars of strength for our division. Workshops, led by David Kusuma & Chad Ulven, sustainability efforts, under the guidance of Davide Masato & Monika Kleczek, and communication initiatives, driven by Angela Rodenburgh & Erik Foltz, are gaining momentum and will be showcased at this year’s Week of Injection Molding.
Keep an eye out for upcoming details on the Week of Injection Molding on our social media channels. The communication team is creating new ways of keeping all of us more engaged and informed on the happenings of the IMD.
ANTEC in St. Louis was an incredibly rewarding experience for me personally. I had the opportunity to delve into the intricacies of 2-stage screws and their application in injection molding—including in-person discussion with the researcher that conducted the work! Isn’t that one of the great strengths of ANTEC and SPE? The learning opportunities are that much better when in-person networking is part of it. I feel truly grateful to have been at ANTEC and picked up this little ‘golden nugget’ of information.
The next few months will be filled with planning and executing our strategic plan, yet I have every confidence that our leadership team is prepared for the challenge ahead! I am also preparing to pass the leadership baton to David Kusuma, IMD’s next chair, at the end of June. Just in time for my birthday!
Lastly, I invite you all to consider stepping up and joining the IMD board. We are always on the lookout for passionate individuals who are willing to contribute their time and expertise to furthering our mission.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the IMD!
Sending my best,
Jeremy Dworshak Chair,
Jeremy K. Dworshak Chair, Injection Molding Division (IMD) Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE)
