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Happy #NationalManufacturingDay! Meet Matt Trotter, a sample mold technician with Deltar Fasteners (ITW Automotive) based in Frankfort, Illinois. Starting as a temporary employee over a decade ago, Matt has been empowered to own his career and ignite his full potential. Through years of hard work, curiosity and respect for others, Matt is now a mentor to mold technician apprentices at his division. In addition to his contributions to the business, he's also involved with our African American Network, Young Professionals Network and participates annually in the Day of Action. #ProudToBeITW

As we continue our celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth, meet Raquel Peterson, service sales manager at Instron. Raquel is active in multiple Employee Resource Groups, including our Latino Hispanic Network, in which she recently co-led the 2024 conference planning and preparation. Scroll through the photos to learn more about Raquel's personal connection to Hispanic Heritage Month. Thank you, Raquel, for your commitment to creating inclusive workplaces where our colleagues feel heard, valued and engaged! #ProudtoBeITW

Fair food and fun times at the Baxter booth! Stop by, meet the team and enjoy some tasty treats. Equipment Preference, Inc. (EPI Kitchen) State Fair for Foodservice. 🎡

In recognition of #HBCUWeek, we are excited to introduce Malik Rivers, a product engineer with Vulcan, a division of ITW’s Food Equipment Group. Malik joined ITW as an intern while earning his degree in mechanical engineering from North Carolina A&T State University before starting full-time in May 2023. He credits his time at A&T with developing a solid foundation for his engineering career, which made the transition to the workforce smoother than he expected. Now, Malik finds himself regularly running design updates and diagnosing manufacturing issues on the production floor. Malik has immersed himself in ITW’s culture as an active member of our African American Network (AAN) and by embracing an entrepreneurial spirit. “At ITW, I have been empowered to explore my own path to ensure the best outcome,” says Malik. “With ITW's support, I've been able to pursue my passions of Design and Finite Element Analysis with the hopes of eventually acquiring a certification in SolidWorks.” #ProudToBeITW #NCAT #AggiePride

Continuing our celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth, our Latino Hispanic Network (LHN) hosted its annual conference last week. The two-day event gave LHN members and allies from across ITW the opportunity to network, grow and further cultivate a sense of community. Embracing the theme of “Empowering Generations: Past, Present, Future,” the conference featured a keynote address by executive coach and author Monica Guzman, a panel discussion and presentations from ITW leaders Guilherme Silva and Michael Larsen. Conference attendees: let us know your "80" takeaways in the comments below! #ProudToBeITW

Our decentralized operating culture allows our people to get involved and make a difference locally, while being connected to an enterprise that makes a difference globally. See how our ITW Medical and ITW Automotive teams put these words into action ⬇ ⬇ #ProudToBeITW #ITWGivesBack

As we continue our celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth, meet Martha Razo, PHR, SHRM-CP. In addition to her role as a Senior Human Resources Manager for ITW Residential Construction - U.S., Martha has also played a key role within the Latino Hispanic Network co-leading their conference planning and preparation. Scroll through the photos to learn more about Martha's personal connection to Hispanic Heritage Month. Thank you, Martha, for your hard work creating inclusive workplaces where our colleagues feel heard, valued and engaged! #ProudToBeITW

At ITW, we’re proud to celebrate our inclusive workplaces as we observe Hispanic Heritage month. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Our Latino Hispanic Network (LHN) Employee Resource Group empowers Latino and Hispanic colleagues through increasing social and cultural awareness and promoting employee development, retention and progress. Founded in 2021, LHN reaches more than 470 members and allies globally. Throughout the year, LHN hosts a variety of programming and special events such as community partnerships, cultural events, programs that promote career growth, and more! Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, is a time to recognize the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities in the U.S. and beyond. From arts and science to business and social justice, the impact of Hispanic individuals is woven into every aspect of our lives. This month-long celebration is not just about honoring the past, it is also about uplifting the voices and talents that continue to shape our world today. AT ITW, we're committed to ensuring inclusive workplaces across our global businesses by taking qualitative actions that are grounded in our Core Values of Respect & Integrity. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be spotlighting our colleague stories and continuing our education on how to support Latino and Hispanic communities. How are you celebrating this month? Comment below! #ProudToBeITW

Our Employee Resource Groups are grassroots and employee-led, empowering ITW colleagues to think and act like owners. Last week, our Young Professionals Network (YPN) hosted their annual North American Conference, the culmination of months of preparation and hard work. Read Hannah's post ( ⬇ ⬇ ) to see how ITW team members from different segments, functions, and backgrounds came together to help ignite their colleagues' full potential. Great work, YPN team! #ProudToBeITW

Did you know about ITW's scholarship program? In 2024, we awarded over $225,000 in scholarships to 65 high school juniors through National Merit and Scholarship America. The scholarship program supports the pursuit of degrees in college, the military, or skilled trades. If you're an ITW colleague interested in learning about the program, visit ITWconnect for more information. #ProudToBeITW