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Inforum’s Emerging Professionals community is designed for women early in their careers who are ready to build confidence, expand their networks, and grow with intention. Through meaningful relationships, peer connection, and access to experienced leaders, emerging professionals gain the tools and support needed to navigate what’s next.

Because the beginning of your career isn’t just about finding your path, it’s about building the relationships and skills that shape it. 🌟

If you’re looking to grow, connect, and be part of a community that invests in your future, this is where it starts.

Learn more and get connected today: myinforum.org/emerging-professionals

May in photos 📸

From Affinity Group gatherings and networking at Rebel Nell to thoughtful conversations at our ManufacturingNEXT event and meaningful moments of connection across the Inforum community, May was filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and show up for one another.

One of the most meaningful parts of Inforum is seeing relationships continue to grow across industries, experiences, and leadership journeys.

Have photos from May events? Share them in the comments. We’d love to see them!

📷: Kathryn W (electronics engineer), Tineisha Taylor, DENSO, Inforum AEC Affinity Group, Chris Talsma-McLean, Darlene O'Neal, Graci Harkema, Sara McMurray, Ashley Arnold, Michelle Gilbert, Anna Grace

June is the perfect time to invest in your growth, expand your circle, and reconnect with what inspires you. ☀️

This month, Inforum is bringing together leaders, innovators, and professionals for events focused on meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections that empower women at every stage of their journey.

From professional development opportunities to community-building experiences, June’s lineup is designed to help you learn, lead, and thrive alongside an incredible network of women making an impact.

See what’s coming up and save your spot for June events: https://myinforum.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/myinforum/publicaccess/eventCalendarBig.jsp?year=2026&month=5

Inforum’s Individual Coaching Program offers a powerful, personalized way to elevate your performance and strengthen your leadership. Through 1:1 coaching over 3–6 months, you’ll tackle real-time challenges, gain deeper self-awareness through assessment tools, and build the skills needed to lead with confidence and clarity.

When done strategically, coaching doesn’t just transform individuals, it strengthens teams and drives organizational success by aligning your leadership approach with your company’s goals and culture.

Your next step starts here: myinforum.org/learn

This Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to serve our country. Their courage and dedication remind us of the importance of leadership, resilience, and giving back; values that guide the women of Inforum every day.

As a community, we celebrate their legacy by continuing to lead with purpose, support one another, and make an impact in our workplaces and communities.

In Michigan, women now hold 28% of company board seats, a steady rise over recent years. Each percentage point represents women breaking barriers, stepping into leadership, and shaping the future of business. Yet despite this momentum, women, and especially women of color, are still underrepresented, their voices not fully reflected where decisions are made.

This isn’t just about numbers—it’s about equity, influence, and opportunity. Every board seat filled by a woman signals a workplace that values diverse perspectives, inspires the next generation, and strengthens communities and companies alike.

The path forward is clear: broaden pipelines, tie diversity to leadership strategy, and champion inclusion at every level. Progress is real, but the work is far from over.

Ever feel unsure how to push back, ask for what you need, or share tough feedback with a boss or key client? Inforum's upcoming virtual lab with Michelle Gilbert is designed to help you navigate workplace dynamics with clarity, confidence, and stronger communication strategies.

You’ll explore how communication styles, priorities, and conflict dynamics shape your interactions, and learn how small shifts in your approach can lead to more productive, trust-building conversations.

In this session, you’ll:
✨ Gain clarity on what “managing up” really means—and why it matters at every level
✨ Learn to identify and adapt to different communication styles
✨ Navigate goal, process, and relationship conflict with confidence
✨ Strengthen your ability to advocate for your needs and handle pushback
✨ Walk away with practical language and tools you can apply right away

If you're ready to communicate more effectively, reduce friction, and build stronger relationships with those who influence your work, this session is for you.

Reserve your spot today: https://myinforum.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/myinforum/event.jsp?event=61230

Every bold choice, every confident voice, every moment you show up fully doesn’t just elevate your career, it opens doors for the women around you. Leadership isn’t a solo journey; it’s a ripple effect that inspires, challenges, and creates space for others to rise.

At Inforum, we create spaces for women to step in, show up, and lift others along the way. Because when one woman thrives, she lights the path for many more.

There’s a common thread we continue to hear in conversations across our community: Sustaining your growth requires more than just pushing forward.

At Inforum, so many of the women we engage with are balancing leadership, career growth, and showing up for others. And what often comes up is the need to be more intentional about how we support ourselves along the way.

Not in big, perfect ways—but in small, consistent ones.

This is a reminder that how you take care of yourself isn’t separate from your leadership. It shapes it.

Which one of these resonates with you most?