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Premium Associate Member Spotlight: Classy Llama

June 29, 2025 503

MMA member Classy Llama customizes solutions for businesses’ challenges in operational efficiency, sales optimization and labor issues through AI applications, workflow automation and data management.
Industry Member Spotlight: Amigo Mobility

June 29, 2025 333

Amigo got its start in the health care industry but continued to innovate over the years to provide similar solutions for the grocery and retail, industrial, government and aviation sectors. Today, in addition to its original personal mobility devices, Amigo’s products include motorized shopping carts, cart pullers, cart retrievers, janitorial solutions, hospital escort chairs and patient mobility chairs.
Helping Students Answer: “What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?”

June 29, 2025 413

MMA is building sustainable and collaborative relationships between Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, like SME PRIME, and the Michigan manufacturing community, including exposing careers in manufacturing through schools, parents, counselors and industry professionals.
The Role of Housing in Workforce Development and Manufacturing Expansion in Michigan

June 29, 2025 423

The availability and location of workforce housing in Michigan are critical factors in the placement of manufacturing facilities — and equally vital to recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce. MMA member Innovo Development Group discusses the importance of addressing the housing crisis to ensure long-term economic growth for communities and the state as a whole.
Maximizing Workforce Potential with Employee Engagement Surveys

June 29, 2025 325

Many manufacturers still find themselves in a constant battle with high turnover and absenteeism, suboptimal production and performance, and cranky or even clashing staff. MMA member Rehmann discusses a powerful, often overlooked tool that’s proven to uncover employees’ unique needs and motivations: employee engagement surveys.
Planning to Sell Your Michigan Manufacturing Business? Get The Best Price with These 5 Steps

June 25, 2025 504

Whether you're planning for retirement, a strategic exit or a new venture, maximizing the value of your manufacturing business before listing it can dramatically impact your final sale price — and how fast the deal closes. The best time to start preparing your business for sale is one to two years before listing it. Whether your exit is near the horizon or a consideration, small steps today can lead to a much more profitable tomorrow. MMA member Michigan Business Brokers offer five steps you can take now.
Fullerton Tool - 2024 Manufacturing Community Impact

June 19, 2025 1595

Educating students and professionals about the journeys and joys of working in the manufacturing industry is among the top goals of Saginaw-based Fullerton Tool Company. The team members do so by supporting FIRST robotics teams, offering hands-on educational opportunities, working with local schools and participating in CTE programs — all with a purpose of boosting interest in manufacturing careers.
Webinar: 2025 Michigan Compensation and Employer Outlook Briefing

June 19, 2025 539

In this insightful session, MMA and ASE Vice President Kevin Marrs provide a timely discussion with perspectives drawn from ASE’s latest benchmarking activities, incorporating data from their most recent compensation surveys.
Webinar: Make the Most of Your Manufacturing Excellence Awards Nomination

June 19, 2025 582

Celebrate manufacturing excellence by nominating a deserving individual, outstanding company or noteworthy product for the 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards. Nominations are open 6/16/25 to 8/14/25. Get tips from MMA's Delaney McKinley and Ashley Wakefield to make the most of your Awards nomination. The Manufacturing Excellence Awards are celebrated during a prestigious evening of celebration and recognition. Join us Thursday, 11/20/25 at The Lansing Center.
How to Start an Apprenticeship Program

June 17, 2025 897

Apprenticeships are vital to develop a skilled talent pipeline for many manufacturers but far too many don’t consider apprenticeships as a viable alternative for talent development for a variety of reasons. Member Lakeview Consulting outlines how apprenticeship programs are far more accessible than ever and are a viable option for developing your talent pool.

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