VLS | Neurodiversity in the Manufacturing Workforce
This webinar is part of the WiMEF Virtual Learning Series.
This event will take place on Zoom; details will be sent via email after registering.
Event Details
Neurodiversity in the Manufacturing Workforce
When: April 8, 2025
11:00 a.m. - Noon EST
HAAPE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering autistic adults by establishing workforce ecosystems, career training, and employment opportunity support. Our career focus is on advanced manufacturing, technology, supply chain and logistics.
The following will be discussed:
• The unique abilities that often make autistic employees a perfect fit for manufacturing roles
• Availability of the autistic candidate pool throughout the US
• Demonstrated business results- productivity and retention
• HAPPE’s Certification training and results- CNC Operator Academy, Supply Chain & Logistics, Soft Skills, and AI for manufacturing (currently under development).
• The value of an autistic workforce ecosystem in supporting all stakeholders
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for accessing this webinar via Zoom.
Connie Alden is the President and member of the Board of Directors of Helping Autistic Adults Perform & Excel (HAAPE). She is committed to helping provide autistic adults with opportunities for meaningful and sustainable careers.
Connie is an accomplished senior executive, business consultant, and board member with over 30 years of experience leading global human resources functions. She was the Chief HR Officer for Signature Flight Support as well as the Senior Director of HR and Safety in both marine and machinery manufacturing companies.
She has a MS degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology and a BS degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. She holds several Senior HR Certifications and is a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner.
Connie is an Advisory Board Member for the Small Business Development Center at UCF (SBDC) and also a volunteer board participant for the McCoy Federal Credit Union. Previously, she has served on a number of boards and advisory committees including a board member of the Employers Association Forum, Inc. (EAF) and the Volusia Manufacturing Association (VMA).
