CASMI Report

By Kate Fueling, CASMI, Executive Director

CASMI Scholarship Program

CASMI is proud to sponsor a scholarship program to benefit dependents of the employees of primary member (spring manufacturers) and associate member (supplier) companies. Since the program began, CASMI has provided $911,250 in scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate students.

CASMI was founded in 1944 to promote the interests of the spring manufacturing industry in the greater Chicago area. It has engaged in many activities including sponsorship of the biennial SpringWorld Trade Show. The success of that event makes it possible to fund many significant programs, including this scholarship program. As a result, CASMI is grateful to the many industry suppliers and spring manufacturers from all over the world who make it possible to provide this support that helps recipients obtain the education that is so necessary to personal success.

Applications are due May 2 at 3 p.m. CDT, for the 2023 year. For more information, visit https://www.casmi-springworld.org/page/Scholarship.

CASMI Golf Outing Will Take Place in June

CASMI will host its annual golf tournament at the premier Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in Lemont, Illinois, June 15. The facility is highly regarded for its class and beauty. It will welcome the average player as well as provide challenges.

The day’s activities include lunch, shotgun start golf tournament, cocktail hour and dinner and various prizes will be presented throughout the evening as well.

All CASMI members, SpringWorld 2022 exhibitors, and suppliers who are interested in exhibiting at SpringWorld 2024 are encouraged to attend this industry event. Start putting together your foursomes to join the competition and for a relaxed networking atmosphere with your industry colleagues.

For more details, visit the CASMI events page at https://www.casmi-springworld.org/events/event_list.asp

New Management Company for CASMI

The Chicago Association of Spring Manufacturers (CASMI) is now being managed by Association Executives Group (AEG). AEG brings decades of experience in trade association management and will provide CASMI the dedication, professionalism, and organization efficiencies their members are used to.

Please note the following change of address:

7044 S. 13th St.

Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-908-4941 info@casmi-springworld.org

SpringWorld 2024

SpringWorld 2024 will take place Oct. 2-4, 2024, in Rosemont, Illinois. CASMI is currently accepting contracts to exhibit from companies that exhibited at the 2022 event. Exhibiting information is available on the organization’s website at https://www.casmi-springworld.org/ page/SWExhibiting.

SpringWorld provides a unique opportunity for spring manufacturers, wire formers, OEMs, and their suppliers to network, including one-on-one discussions with colleagues to share challenges, discuss solutions, and provide new insights for business.