MMA

Premium Associate Member Spotlight: Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority

July 21, 2025 69

After 25 years of work between Canada and the United States, Michigan will see a second international bridge crossing between Detroit and Windsor. The Gordie Howe International Bridge will have a major impact on Michigan manufacturers that transport goods to Canada by not only providing another access point but also incorporating advanced technology to impact commercial traffic flow.
Webinar: Growing Global Sales - Insights and Strategic Trends in Canada and Mexico

July 21, 2025 50

MMA and MEDC lead an essential discussion on global market trends and export opportunities between two of Michigan’s most critical trade partners — Canada and Mexico. Hear from Alyssa Tracey, MEDC’s Director of International Trade, along with Chris Leslie, Lead Representative for Michigan’s Canada Center, and Silvia Alonso, Lead Representative for Michigan’s Mexico Center as they discuss how Michigan manufacturers can expand their global footprint and remain competitive in today’s international trade landscape.
Recruiting with Buy, Build and Borrow

July 17, 2025 78

Recruiting is a perfect example of when it makes sense to “buy” tools and “borrow” talent to “build” your capabilities, especially when the volume or complexity of hiring temporarily exceeds internal bandwidth. Let’s look at how one company applied this approach through a successful recruiting partnership with Chatfield Global LLC.
Webinar: Budget Breakdown — What Manufacturers Need to Know

July 7, 2025 196

MMA’s Government Affairs team leads a timely update on Michigan’s state budget and what it means for manufacturers. This session covers key developments, funding priorities and potential impacts on the manufacturing sector — helping you stay informed and prepared as legislative decisions take shape.
Solutions for Success: The Luminous Group

June 29, 2025 318

Sometimes, businesses need an outside perspective to identify inefficiencies and rethink processes to enhance productivity and profitability. Read how The Luminous Group helped a manufacturing client address their challenger.
Manufacturing Game Changer: LM Manufacturing

June 29, 2025 226

From the first day a new employee is hired, the leadership team at LM Manufacturing in Detroit focuses on the whole person based on the company’s core values of Care, Commit, Connect, Communicate and Celebrate. Poring into employees’ well-being creates a positive culture that encourages them to stay for the long-term, says Jimmie Comer, Senior Leadership and Development Specialist.
Premium Associate Member Spotlight: Classy Llama

June 29, 2025 265

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 175

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 255

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 217

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.

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