Michele Thompson Recognized as 2024 Manufacturing Maven

SafeRack is proud to announce that Michele Thompson, Contract Manager at SafeRack and Sponsorship Director at Women in Manufacturing, has been honored as a 2024 Manufacturing Maven by SC Biz News. Michele is one of 27 influential women in South Carolina’s manufacturing industry to receive this recognition.

The Manufacturing Mavens recognition is part of the South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo, which celebrates innovation and leadership in manufacturing. Now in its second year, the initiative spotlights female trailblazers contributing to South Carolina’s economic growth and development.


The Manufacturing Mavens embody the spirit of innovation and perseverance in an industry vital to South Carolina’s economy.


Michele and other honorees will be celebrated at a luncheon event on November 8, 2024, at the Greenville Convention Center.

“We are thrilled to see Michele’s dedication and leadership recognized,” said Scott Warofka, Associate Publisher at SC Biz News. “The Manufacturing Mavens embody the spirit of innovation and perseverance in an industry vital to South Carolina’s economy.”

As a valued member of SixAxis, SafeRack is committed to supporting leaders like Michele, who drive change and inspire the next generation of women in manufacturing. Congratulations to Michele and all of the honorees for their remarkable contributions to the industry.

In addition to her role at SafeRack, Michele is an active member of the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM), the only national and global trade association dedicated to supporting women in the manufacturing sector. WiM represents over 28,000 individual members from over 3,000 manufacturing companies worldwide and provides a wide range of resources, including virtual learning, career fairs, networking groups, and professional development programs. As Sponsorship Director for the South Carolina Chapter, Michele is key in advancing WiM’s mission to inspire and promote women in manufacturing careers.

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