Yale has hosted the first WFN Industry Inside event at the ASSA ABLOY manufacturing facility in Willenhall, reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting a more inclusive, diverse and progressive fenestration industry.
Held on Tuesday 20th October, the event marked the launch of WFN Industry Inside, a new initiative from Women in Fenestration with the message “See more of the industry you’re part of.”
The initiative gives Women in Fenestration members the opportunity to go behind the scenes at businesses across the fenestration sector, broaden their industry knowledge, gain practical experience and build connections with other professionals.
As a founding corporate member of Women in Fenestration, Yale welcomed attendees to its Willenhall manufacturing facility for the first event, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing processes and expertise behind its security solutions.
The factory tour gave attendees first-hand experience of Yale’s manufacturing operations, including the opportunity to re-pin a high-security cylinder and assemble a multipoint door lock on the new MOTUS production line. The day also provided an opportunity to meet industry professionals, hear about their career journeys and connect with other Women in Fenestration members.
Women in Fenestration is a growing network created to support, connect and champion women from across the fenestration industry. It brings together women working throughout the sector, providing a platform to share experiences, build confidence, develop stronger professional connections and support one another’s growth.
Sarah Ball, Co-Founder of Women in Fenestration, comments: “This was a great event, with fantastic behind the scenes access to Yale and the wider industry and, above all, one clear message: that fenestration offers an excellent career to women from a diverse range of backgrounds. The whole day set a very high bar for the upcoming Industry Inside events.”
Gemma Diratzonian, Head of Brand and Fenestration Lead at Yale DWS, adds: “We’re incredibly proud to have hosted the first WFN Industry Inside event here at Yale. Events like this provide a valuable opportunity to share knowledge, build connections and give people greater insight into the wider fenestration industry.
“We hope this is the first of many Industry Inside events, encouraging members to see more of the industry they’re part of.”
