WiM Alabama | Build Wealth & Build Future Financial Literacy for Women Manufacturing Series
Downtown Huntsville Library
915 Monroe Street SouthwestHuntsville, AL 35801-5007
United States
* Registration open until 11/5/25 at 5:00 PM (CST)
Event Details
Join WiM Alabama for our
Build Wealth & Build Future Financial Literacy for Women Manufacturing Series
Date:
Friday, November 7, 2025
Time:
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT
Location:
Downtown Huntsville Library
915 Monroe St
Huntsville, Alabama 35801
Cost to attend:
WiM members = FREE
Nonmembers = $10
This exclusive series is designed to empower women in manufacturing with the knowledge, confidence, and tools to take charge of their financial future. Each session brings practical insights from trusted financial experts, tailored to the unique experiences and goals of women leaders and professionals in manufacturing.
On November 7, we’ll feature Take Control of Your Financial Future: Five Things Every Woman Should Know About Investing, presented by Franklin Templeton. This interactive discussion will unpack essential investing principles every woman should understand—from building long-term wealth to navigating market opportunities and planning for life’s milestones. Participants will leave with actionable strategies they can implement right away to make smarter financial decisions, grow their wealth, and secure a more confident future.
This series is more than just a class—it’s a movement to help women strengthen their financial well-being, make informed choices, and unlock opportunities that support both their professional success and personal goals.
We’re proud to announce that the Build Wealth & Build Future: Financial Literacy for WiM Manufacturing series is generously sponsored by Shabaka McKey, CRPC™ – Financial Advisor with Edward Jones Investments.
Shabaka is passionate about empowering women to take control of their financial journey. With years of experience helping individuals and families build strategies for investing, retirement planning, and wealth
preservation, he understands the importance of equipping women in manufacturing with the tools and confidence they need to thrive financially.
Through his sponsorship, Shabaka is making it possible to bring industry-leading insights and practical guidance to this series—ensuring every participant walks away with knowledge they can immediately put into action to create a stronger financial future. His commitment to financial literacy and inclusion reflects Edward Jones’ mission to help clients achieve their most important goals.
We’re grateful for his partnership and support in advancing financial empowerment for women in manufacturing.
We hope to see you there!
For More Information:
Attendee Agenda
11:30 – 12:00 PM | Networking Lunch
Check in, grab lunch, and connect with fellow WiM professionals.
12:00 – 12:05 PM | Welcome & Housekeeping
Opening remarks; acknowledgement of sponsor.
12:05 – 12:10 PM | Sponsor Spotlight
Remarks from Shabaka McKey, CRPC™ (Edward Jones Investments).
12:10 – 12:45 PM | Featured Talk (Franklin Templeton)
Five Things Every Woman Should Know About Investing — practical principles and action steps.
12:45 – 12:55 PM | Q&A
Audience questions and discussion.
12:55 – 1:00 PM | Action Steps & Closing
Key takeaways, resources, and upcoming sessions.