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Gov. Whitmer Continues to Support Michiganders & Businesses w/ New Grants

July 24, 2023 2582

$13.5 million in Going Pro Talent Fund Grants to train approximately 8,500 workers at 300 businesses
Interactive Training Systems - 2022 MFG Innovation Excellence

July 14, 2023 2664

With their industry-leading solutions and continued growth, it’s no wonder ITS was selected as the 2022 MFG Innovation Excellence Award recipient. Displaying his signature style of humble leadership, Maguffee says he’s dumbfounded by the company’s nomination.
Common Misconceptions About the Research & Development Tax Credit

July 7, 2023 3500

The research and development (R&D) tax credit is a potentially lucrative government incentive designed to promote innovation and technological advancement across multiple U.S. industries, including manufacturing. — but manufacturers often have many questions and misconceptions about how this tax program can impact their operations.
MMA Announces Grant Funds Enable MMA to Create Statewide Learning Ecosystem

June 29, 2023 3156

Michigan manufacturers of every size are looking to hire qualified people for rewarding and high wage careers of the future. With funding recently awarded by the state, MMA will be putting workforce training opportunities designed to meet the needs of the advanced manufacturing sector into high gear.
Digital Twin in Manufacturing

June 26, 2023 3563

The hype around "Digital Twin" has been building over the last few years! Does it work? Are we ready to use such a technology? MN Engineering Solutions has provided a quick guide to digital twins, what they are and why they matter for your organization.
Nexteer’s Jill Dralle and Anderson Development Company’s Mark Kramer Named to Michigan Manufacturers Association Board of Directors

June 29, 2023 3196

At its June Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors of the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) elected two new members to the body, re-elected a number of sitting members and advanced a slate of officers. To facilitate the Association’s robust activities, the MMA Board of Directors leads the organization with a strong strategic orientation.
MMA Partners with IT Resource in Search of the Coolest Thing Made in Michigan

June 12, 2023 4155

MMA has partnered with IT Resource in search of this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Michigan. IT Resource will be the exclusive program sponsor for this people’s choice award, with the same goal: celebrating the billions of innovative products Michigan manufacturers are developing that continue to have an incredible impact on our state and country.
Building a Total Rewards Strategy for 2023

May 31, 2023 4221

There is a real and volatile cost associated with attracting, engaging and retaining talent within an organization. MMA member Brown & Brown shares strategies to help enhance your employees’ experience and limit turnover.
State Income Tax to Drop for 2023

March 30, 2023 2741

Michigan’s income tax will drop from 4.25 percent to 4.05 percent for the 2023 tax year, triggered by a 2015 law that established an automatic income tax rate reduction when the state General Fund increases more than 1.425 times the rate of inflation.
Manufacturers Celebrate Launch of New Manufacturing Educational Opportunities at Grand Rapids’ Innovation Central High School

March 29, 2023 2814

The Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) joined together 3/24/23 with students, teachers and the SME Education Foundation to celebrate the launch of new manufacturing educational opportunities through SME PRIME® at Innovation Central High School in Grand Rapids.

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