2026 Career Advancement report. Women in Manufacturing recently released the key findings from its 2026 Career Advancement Survey, conducted in collaboration with Xometry and Thomas. The results highlight a clear opportunity to close the industry's "discovery gap." While many women report high levels of satisfaction and confidence in the future of manufacturing, a significant number did not originally plan to enter the field. Increasing early awareness, mentorship, and visible career pathways can help more women intentionally choose manufacturing as a rewarding and long-term career. Additional key findings include: * 91% of women believe manufacturing has a bright future, reflecting strong confidence in the industry's continued growth and opportunity. * 80% of professionals who did not initially plan to enter manufacturing say they would still recommend the industry as a career path. * 73% of respondents cite career growth opportunities as one of the top reasons they value working in manufacturing, followed closely by problem-solving work and long-term job stability. The full report offers valuable insights for employers, educators, and advocates working to attract, retain, and grow female representation in manufacturing. Download the full report and continue the conversation on how WiMVA can strengthen the manufacturing workforce together.

Thomas International (“Thomas”), the global talent assessment platform provider, has been named a ‘Leader’ in the Winter 2023 Report for Talent Assessment Software by G2, the world's leading business software review platform.