Women in Industry Conference

The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA), in partnership with MHI and WERC, will host the annual Women in Industry Conference on November 4–5, 2025, at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois.

This two-day event is designed to bring together women professionals across all levels of the material handling industry for leadership development, skills training, and meaningful networking.

Attendees will gain actionable strategies to strengthen their leadership presence, enhance negotiation and communication skills, and harness the power of emerging technologies.

The Women in Industry Conference takes place on November 4–5, 2025, at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois.

In addition to keynote presentations, the conference includes interactive roundtable discussions and plenty of opportunities to connect with peers who share similar challenges and goals.

Featured sessions:

• Crystal Washington, Generative AI for Leaders
• Jen Allen-Knuth, Turn Ideas into Action
• Fotini Iconomopoulos, Negotiation as a Leadership Superpower

Visit MHEDA’s website for registration details and hotel information.

Space is limited—reserve your spot today for this one-of-a-kind event celebrating and empowering women in the material handling industry.