Helping Michigan Food & Beverage Manufacturers Stay Ahead of Industry and Policy Challenges
Michigan’s food and beverage manufacturers are navigating increasing regulatory complexity, workforce pressures, supply chain volatility and evolving consumer expectations. MMA’s Food & Beverage Manufacturers Committee brings industry leaders together to share operational insights, discuss emerging challenges and help shape the policies impacting the industry.
Through quarterly discussions and direct engagement with policymakers, regulators and industry experts, participants gain valuable intelligence, strengthen industry connections and contribute to MMA’s advocacy priorities on behalf of Michigan manufacturers.
What Attendees Gain
- Timely updates on state and federal policy impacting food and beverage manufacturers
- Practical insights from regulators, safety experts and industry peers
- Opportunities to connect with manufacturers during in-person tours and networking events
About MMA Policy Committees
Member-driven Policy Committees review the issues and developments that impact Michigan’s manufacturing sector. They help develop MMA’s policy direction and influence Michigan’s continued role as a global hub for manufacturing. Learn more.
Meetings will be held quarterly, with two virtual sessions (first and second quarter) and two in-person gatherings (third and fourth quarter) featuring expert insights, member-led discussions, legislative updates and valuable networking.
Join Us!
Q2 Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Online • 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Sponsored by 
Agenda
Introduction
From meeting sponsor Conn Maciel Carey |
Welcome
Ben Zorn, Koeze Company Vice President of Operations and Chair of the MMA Food & Beverage Manufacturers Committee |
Material Structure and Barrier Performance in Food Packaging
Tanyaradzwa Muzata, PhD, Assistant Professor, MSU School of Packaging (see bio) |
Industry Insight Presentation
Kurt Brauer, Partner, Warner Norcross + Judd (see bio) |
Legislative Update
Mike Witkowski, MMA Director of Environmental and Regulatory Policy |
Q&A and Open Discussion |
Adjourn |
Get More!
Mike Witkowski
Director of Environmental & Regulatory Policy
Call 517-487-8543
E-mail witkowski@mimfg.org