2301 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Chicago, Illinois 60616
About the Expo
North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event heads to McCormick Place in September 2025. FABTECH provides a convenient "one stop shop" venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing needs.
North America's Largest Metal Forming, Fabricating, Welding and Finishing Event
Empowering Voices: Charting a Path for Aspiring Women Leaders
Angela Phillips, CEO of Phillips Tube Group Inc., stands as a testament to the power of resilience and innovation in the manufacturing industry. With over three decades of experience, she has transformed her company into a leader in the precision welded steel tube market. Angela’s journey, from growing up in the business to taking the helm, showcases the importance of embracing change and the impact of strong leadership. Her story can inspire other women in manufacturing to pursue leadership roles and drive positive change within their organizations. Angela’s recognition by prestigious awards, such as the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, underscores her success and serves as a beacon for aspiring women leaders.
Angela Phillips is the CEO of Phillips Tube Group, Inc. She brings over 30 years of operational and strategic business experience to the precision welded steel tube industry. The daughter of company founder Ralph H. Phillips, she literally “grew up” in the business, gaining a broad-based understanding of manufacturing and has been successfully leading the organization following her father’s passing in 2009.
Ms. Phillips continues this powerful legacy today, growing Phillips Tube Group to even greater heights through acquisitions and other major investments. She has been the recipient of numerous professional awards including:
2023 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year – East Central Winner
2023 Bizwomen Power 50 List: Dayton Business Journal
2023 Induction into the North Central Ohio Industrial Manufacturing Hall of Fame
2023 Economic Impact Award: Richland Area Chamber of Commerce
2023 Visionary Award: The Shelby Foundation
2023 & 2022 Ohio’s Top 500 Leaders & Business Executives – Manufacturing: Ohio Business Magazine
2022 Small Business Award: Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
2021 New Investment Award: Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County
