September 2026 - March 2027
We turn overlooked female technical talent into visible, promotable leaders who strengthen manufacturing performance, succession, and innovation.

Career + Conference + Leadership

The Kickoff for this 6 month programme will be in Cambridge (UK) immediately before the 30th International Manufacturing Symposium which we of course will attend.

This conference/leadership combo presents a unique opportunity for your top female talent to get up to date with the industry developments and connect with other manufacturing experts.

Our workshops before and after the event give this corporate cohort of women in manufacturing talk openly and honestly about
- their career,
- the implications of industry trends on their production lines and
- how industry developments are changing the industry as a whole.

Cambridge 🇬🇧
2026 Call For Papers.
By 2027 the goal is to have at least one of our corporate cohort on stage.

We help international manufacturers build a stronger leadership pipeline by developing experienced women who are already capable but in a career rut, so the business improves succession, retention, innovation, and performance.

Sound familiar?

Women don't come back after maternity leave.
We would welcome more female leaders but not enough strong candidates apply.
Young mothers cannot be expected to take on leadership roles in a part time position.
We have some great women but they are not leadership material.
Women don't feel that they are being taken seriously.
Women are over-sensitive.

DEALING WITH BELIEFS, ASSUMPTIONS AND MYTHS LIKE THIS IS A PART OF THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND BOARD MEMBER
CONSULTANCY & TRAINING INCLUDED
BECAUSE TRAINING IN ISOLATION
IS NOT ENOUGH

"Our Leadership Pipeline's Failing. Let's dedicate 6 months to fixing it."

GOAL - To prepare at least one of your leaders on stage at the 2027 symposium, putting your company at the forefront of female leadership. Fixing the pipeline!

Corinne's LinkedIn

Who is Corinne Wilhelm?
I'm a positive but practical L&D professional with 30 years of experience as a consultant, coach and trainer in male dominated industries (Reuters, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Arthur Andersen, HypoVereinsbank, Merita Bank, Heidenhain, Siemens Energy, Siemens, Deutsche Bundestag, Astra Zeneca, Wüstenrot…).

Having grown up in a (bilingual) manufacturing family business I grew up with
optimisation discussions for dessert
and so as a persistent problem solver I am now also a certified Enterprise Agility Consultant working with clients in tech and engineering.

I'm happy working in both English & German.
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ROI Your top female professionals come back with …

  • An Updated Career Plan

    • Instead of waiting to be noticed, they'll start actively seeking career challenges and asking for more. (Don't worry you'll be ready)

    • Women are powerhouses in finding fast solutions when production lines grinds to a halt, the better their network, the faster it's fixed.

    • Their 'no fluff' personal development plan will reflect the impact that they want to make and will identify the exact communication and leadership skills they need to level up in their career.

  • A Personal Branding Strategy

    • As brand ambassadors they will have the tools and techniques to show up with confidence in-house but also in publicly on LinkedIn & at conferences.

    • HR will notice a significant increase in female candidates coming forward.

    • D&I targets no longer a fairytale

  • Toolbox of Actionable Leadership Strategies

    • Leadership Techniques that boost credibility without changing personality or values.

    • Rhetorical Devices and Communication Tips to speak up with more authority and ask for what they need to thrive.

    • Ethos, Logos & Pathos. Tried & Tested

    • Negotiation & Conflict Management Skills

How it Works?

This exclusive programme is for 10 women from just 1 organisation passionate about diversity.

MONDAY 6th July - MONDAY 20th July 2026
Pre-Selection Process
This is a bespoke programme so the training is based on your company's needs. To secure a wonderfully dynamic group of women for a rich learning experience there will be a selection process including a needs analysis with
a) decision makers
b) immediate bosses
c) participants via Teams
in English or German.

MONDAY 7th September (TEAMS Kick-off Meeting)
All 10 women meet online from wherever they are working on Teams on the Monday prior to the event for an upbeat interactive IceBreaker and a "Working The Room" Workshop

TUESDAY 8th September
Check-In (& Spa)
16:00 "Pre Symposium Manufacturing Trends, Tools and Techniques" Workshop
18:00 Dinner & Female Leadership Speaker

WEDNESDAY 9th September
9:00 - Nordic Walking in the grounds with "Speech Preparation & Projection Training for Presentations, Pitches & Podcasts"
Breakfast
11:00 - Career planning Specifically for Female Leaders in Manufacturing
12:45 - Food Prep Workshop for quick & healthy home life
15:00 - Anywhere, Anytime Relaxation Techniques

THURSDAY 10th
Cambridge Manufacturing Symposium Day 1 (Tickets & Taxis included)

FRIDAY 11th September
Cambridge Manufacturing Symposium Day 2 (Tickets & Taxis included)
Corporate cohort relaxation & reflections with Champagne
Dinner & Female Speaker (tbc)

SATURDAY 12th September
Breakfast

"Style, Confidence and Professional Presence" Workshop with Lucy Barrett
Optional Shopping Trip to John Lewis / Sightseeing
🚅 ✈️ Taxis to Train Station/London Airports

Travel home relaxed and realigned with a toolbox full of leadership and communication techniques, tips and tricks and a career plan.

WEDNESDAY 16th September
6 Months of Coaching, Consultancy & Training begins

6 Months Commitment to Female Leaders

The economy is tough, I get it.
The truth is though, that the demographics aren't changing, the pressure is on. So market leading manufacturers are preparing more women in support roles for leadership.

AFTER THE EVENT
WEDNESDAY 16th September 14.00 (TEAMS)
Revised Career Planning Q&A

September (In Person)
Diversity Consultation Series (2 Days)
Training day for the leadership team & board members (1 Day)

October - March
6 Monthly Career Accountability Session via Teams
Topic - Hot Seat - Accountability Partner Presentations

**March/April Call For Papers
Manufacturing Symposium abstracts ready to be submitted for 2027, securing employer branding presence internationally.

May - Summer Personal Branding Workshop in Cambridge

- Write a book
- Submit a Call for Papers or Research
- Create a Podcast/Guest Schedule

Why Focus on Women in Manufacturing?

  • "Women disappear at P&L ownership stage" Deloitte

  • Pipeline attrition hits 70%+ for technical-to-leadership transitions

  • Manufacturing 2.1M jobs unfilled by 2030 - female pipeline is critical

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What if I cannot find 10 women?

    Really? With just one spot, once you have signed up you pay the full price whether you have 10 women or not, we can provide you with a free consultation as to how to fill these seats, we find pearls of talent in every organisation, just reach out for a free diversity consultation series once you have exhausted your options. (1 month in advance at least)

  • How will I know if the participants have good enough English?

    Don't worry, I will speak to every participant and if they just need a refresher I have a VoiceVantage Programme that your participants can have access to for ONE MONTH for free. (They're normally better in English than they realise, they just need practice - We can start in German if you prefer)

  • Will the participants need a visa to get into the UK?

    Unfortunately yes but it is a very simple, affordable process which your travel department will be able to help you with.

  • Why is it only for women?

    In my experience women open up more and gain more value from the leadership training when they are in a safe space of women only. Securing psychological safety at the beginning of a leadership training programme is faster and more effective when the women don't feel judged by male colleagues and bosses. We welcome male allies in the consultancy and leadership training phase.

  • What is the application procedure?

    • We jump on a call to discuss your organisation's concerns, needs, problems and goals in terms of female empowerment. This is a tailor made solution for your company.

    • Up to 20 women can apply, we will suggest the 10 most suitable candidates based on coach-ability, English language level and commitment or career fit. Live Teams Calls.

  • What is the payment process?

    You will receive three tax deductible invoices.
    Payment 1 - 1st May 2026 (following 10 evaluation & 2 planning calls)
    Payment 2 - 1st July 2026
    Payment 3 - 1st October 2026