Palmetto Women's Manufacturing Forum issued the following press release Friday.
(Spartanburg, SC) – Sky Foster, Communications Manager at BMW Manufacturing, was today named the 2020 SCMA Woman of the Year at an awards presentation held during the 2nd annual Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum presented by the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA).
“Sky Foster has been an incredible leader for South Carolina's manufacturing industry,” said Sara Hazzard, President & CEO of SCMA. “Her character, values, and commitment for excellence have truly made a meaningful difference for manufacturing and communities throughout our state. We’re proud to recognize Sky’s accomplishments and career with the 2020 SCMA South Carolina Woman of the Year Award.”
The award was created to honor an outstanding female South Carolinian for her contributions to our state’s manufacturing industry and was presented to Sky Foster by SCMA’s President & CEO Sara Hazzard in Spartanburg, S.C. at the 2nd annual Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum - an event organized by SCMA to recognize the impact of female leaders in the manufacturing field. The previous year’s award recipient was Lou Kennedy, CEO & Owner of Nephron Pharmaceuticals.
“I am committed to the continued growth and success of manufacturing in South Carolina,” said Sky Foster. “Women must continue to be visible as leaders and mentors. I have had several mentors during my career who challenged and encouraged me. I strongly believe it’s important to inspire and encourage the next generation of women in manufacturing.”
In addition to honoring the important role female industry leaders have in the Palmetto State, the 150 attendees of the sold out Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum participated in a plant tour of MAGNA Seating and panel discussions to learn more about career opportunities and leadership tracks for women in manufacturing.
The impressive list of participants for the “Opportunities and Challenges: Perspectives on Careers for Women in Manufacturing” panel included:
● Kristen Blanchard, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Nutramax Laboratories
● Ryan Burns, Human Resources Director, AFL
● Erica Carpenter, Raw Materials Warehouse Manager, Continental Tire
● Paige Reed, CFO, Sage Automotive Interiors
● Sherri Satterfield, Director of HR, EHS, and General Affairs, Samsung
