MMA

Solutions for Success: The Luminous Group

June 29, 2025 29

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 22

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 26

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 21

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 29

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 25

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 23

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 82

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 169

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 139

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.

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