Thank You!
The well-attended 2024 Manufacturing Excellence Awards was held Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at The Lansing Center. This prestigious evening of celebration and recognition shines a light on the individuals, organizations and products that shape our economy and improve our daily lives.
Watch for highlights in the December 2025 issue of MMA’s membership magazine.
It’s not too early to start thinking about next year’s Manufacturing Excellence Awards — nominations open Spring 2026. Check out the award categories.
Save the date 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards gala on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth.
2025 Winners
The 2025 Award winners were honored in November at a well-attended ceremony.
John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year – Large Tier
- Amsted Automotive (Saginaw)
John G. Thodis Michigan
Manufacturer of the Year – Small Tier
- Observable Space (Adrian)
Coolest Thing Made in Michigan
- PF1000 Prime Focus System, Observable Space (Adrian)
Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement Award
- William H. Dobbins, Caster Concepts (Albion)
Manufacturing Innovation Excellence
- Elite Mold and Engineering (Shelby Township)
Manufacturing Talent Champion
- Bekum America Apprenticeship Program (Williamston)
Manufacturing Woman of the Year
- Laurie Harbour, Wipfli (Southfield)
- Lisa Renee Conn, Llink Technologies (Brown City)
Manufacturing Community Impact
- Goodwill Integrated Solutions (Dearborn)
Manufacturing Sustainability powered by Consumers Energy
- Hemlock Semiconductor LLC (Hemlock)
Michigan Manufactured
Export of the Year
- One Way Clutch, Means Industries, an Amsted Automotive Company (Saginaw)
Manufacturing Emerging Leader
- Olivia Ostrander, Powell Fabrication & Manufacturing
LLC (St. Louis)
- Zackery Bishop, 4 Flutes Machining (Vicksburg)
Sponsorship
Planning is already underway for the 2026 Manufacturing Excellence Awards — increase your engagement with Michigan manufacturers through sponsorship, advertising and more. Learn more and work with MMA’s team to create your customized brand strategy.
2025 Event Sponsors
Contact for Sponsorship
Ashley Wakefield
Director of Membership, Marketing & Events
Call 517-487-8523
E-mail wakefield@mimfg.org
Contact for Registration
Elizabeth Maciejewski
Membership & Events Coordinator
Call 517-487-8542
E-mail maciejewski@mimfg.org