Would you like to know what your clients are thinking? Learn how HR, Procurement and Hiring Managers make decisions on who to partner with for their staffing needs. This is your chance to find out!

We’ve invited a panel of contingent labor/direct hire Buyers to speak at this year’s

event to share their thoughts and answer your questions. You won’t want to miss this event!

ISSA Annual Meeting / Client Panel and Holiday Party

Date: Thursday, December 5, 2019

Where: Pinstripes, 7 Oak Brook Center - Oak Brook, IL

Time: 3:00PM - 6:30PM

Agenda

2:30PM - Check-in begins

3:00PM - ISSA Annual Meeting, followed by Client Panel Q & A

5:00PM - 6:30PM - Networking, food and beverage (included in admission)

Meet the Client Panelists

Joanne Snarich

Joanne Snarich has had a successful and progressive career in Human Resources within the manufacturing industry. Currently, she serves as the Director of Human Resources for Dexter Magnetic Technologies, which is the leading manufacturer of quality permanent magnets and custom magnetic assemblies.

Jackie Chakos 

Jackie Chakos represents Microlution, a division of GF Machining Solutions, which is a developer of integrated micro manufacturing solutions for precision parts. Jackie has been with Microlution for over 11 years and she currently works as the company’s Human Resources Manager.

Bill Buckley 

Bill Buckley has spent the past 12 years of his career in Project Management. Since 2013, he’s been working for S&C Electric Company, which is a global provider of equipment and services for electrical power systems. There, he serves as a Senior Manager for the manufacturing operations of custom equipment, and he’s been a key player in the company’s project management initiatives.

Lori Youngwirth

Lori Youngwirth is a Supervisor of Indirect Purchasing team at Progress Rail Locomotive Inc. Progress Rail is a subsidiary of Caterpillar and is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock, infrastructure solutions, and technologies for the global rail industries.

Kimberly Wimer 

Kimberly Wimer is the Human Resources Manager for Laser Precision. Laser Precision is a world-class innovative manufacturer specializing in metal cutting, forming, welding, and finishing. Kimberly has been with Laser Precision for nearly 3 years and she plays a critical role in overseeing Human Resources and People Management.

Katie Dykstra

Katie Dykstra’s recent career has been focused in employee relations and human resources. Currently, she works as the Chief People Officer for Fastmore Logistics, a provider of comprehensive multimodal transportation services. Katie is responsible for a variety of duties that include employee training and professional development, employee recruitment and retention, and many other responsibilities that are focused on the company’s optimization efforts.

We appreciate the partnership of our 2019 sponsors!