Mar 26, 2024

The Manufacturing Institute (MI), the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers announced that Brunswick Corporation’s Strategic Sourcing Manager, Andrea Shen has been recognized as a 2024 Women MAKE Awards Honoree. This annual national awards program honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite.

“It is an honor to be selected by the Manufacturing Institute for this year’s Women MAKE awards,” said Shen. “This recognition not only highlights the industry’s commitment to diversifying the workplace through celebrating women in leadership, but also recognizes the contributions of supply chain. It makes all those tough negotiations more gratifying!”

The Women MAKE Awards are part of the MI’s Women MAKE America initiative, which is the nation’s marquee program to close the gender gap in manufacturing. Women account for about half of the U.S. labor force but represent less than one-third of the manufacturing workforce. Women MAKE America aims to build the 21st-century manufacturing workforce by empowering and inspiring women in the industry.

“We are elated to see Andrea’s contributions to Brunswick and impact on the entire marine manufacturing industry honored with this prestigious award,” said Aine Denari, President of Brunswick Boat Group and 2023 Women MAKE Award Honoree. “Our commitment to advancing the careers of women and expanding diversity within our global workforce is unwavering, and we are excited to celebrate this recognition.”

Brunswick continues to be recognized for its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.  Earlier this year, Brunswick was selected by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. For the sixth consecutive year, Brunswick ranked in the top 10% of Forbes America’s Best Large Employers 2024.

On April 18, the Manufacturing Institute will recognize the recipients of the Women MAKE Awards in Washington, D.C. The evening will highlight the story of each Honoree and Emerging Leader, including their leadership and accomplishments in manufacturing.