Kennametal Honors 2025 Women MAKE Award Winner

Company Overview - Kennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader with over 85 years of experience, providing productivity solutions through materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions [5] - The company serves customers in various sectors including aerospace, defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation, employing approximately 8,400 people in nearly 100 countries [5] - Kennametal generated $2 billion in revenues in fiscal 2024 [5] Recognition and Awards - Mandy Lv, Senior Analyst Logistics at Kennametal, has been recognized as a 2025 Women MAKE Award Honoree by The Manufacturing Institute, joining 130 other women honorees from various companies [2][3] - This award highlights women in science, technology, engineering, and production careers who demonstrate leadership within their organizations [2] Contributions and Initiatives - Mandy Lv's expertise in customs compliance and international logistics, along with her leadership in Lean initiatives, has led to significant productivity improvements within Kennametal [3] - She established a Six Sigma Green Belt program at her local facility, certifying several employees in value stream mapping, setup reduction, and total productive maintenance [3] - Lv is also an advocate for mental health awareness, volunteering her counseling services since 2020 and leading her site's employee club to enhance employee engagement [4] Industry Context - The Manufacturing Institute focuses on building a resilient manufacturing workforce, addressing workforce challenges, and promoting community prosperity [6] - As a nonprofit affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, the Institute provides solutions to manufacturers to enhance competitiveness in the industry [6]