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Calculating Tariffs: They Add Up

March 24, 2025 1368

In his first 50 days in office, President Trump imposed tariffs on goods worth hundreds of billions of dollars, added protections for targeted industries and launched investigations of trade practices from around the world. Michigan manufacturers should watch closely, as the next 50 days could bring even more uncertainty and opportunity. Learn more in this article from MMA member Wipfli.
New Financing Can Be a Game Changer to Help U.S. Manufacturing Companies Grow through Exporting

January 27, 2025 1528

EXIM's Make More in America Initiative aims to revitalize American manufacturing, strengthen the resiliency of supply chains, bring good-paying jobs back home and level the playing field for American companies as they compete around the world. Learn how it can help your business compete in the global marketplace.
Celebrating Michigan's Manufacturing Legacy

December 6, 2024 853

The annual Manufacturing Excellence Awards attracts the best and brightest in Michigan manufacturing for a night of celebration and to honor the core values driving the state’s most important industry: innovation, impact, leadership, community and family.
Why Growing Through M&A is the New Normal in Manufacturing

December 3, 2024 1857

In the modern manufacturing industry, growth through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) has shifted from a strategic option to a leading pathway for expansion. With the increasing market complexity, labor shortages and rapid technological advancements, M&A has become essential for companies that want to stay competitive and thrive. For many, it’s a faster, more efficient way to reach their goals compared to the often slower and riskier route of organic growth.
Charles Washburn - Landscape Forms - Emerging Leader

November 12, 2024 2685

Due to his character, compassion and dedication to the growth of the industry and the education of future professionals, Charles Washburn of Landscape Forms has been recognized as the 2024 Manufacturing Emerging Leader.
Biodapt® - Gantec Inc. - Export of the Year

November 12, 2024 1645

Biodapt® by Gantec has been recognized as the 2024 Michigan Manufactured Export of the Year for providing greater opportunities for local employees based on the company’s manufacturing, technology development and global expansion needs.
Christine Sermak - Total Security Solutions - Manufacturing Talent Champion

November 12, 2024 1838

Christine Sermak’s ingenuity and ability to bring multiple principles together for the benefit of Total Security Solutions and future industry professionals is why she was recognized as the 2024 Manufacturing Talent Champion.
Jill Dralle - Nexteer Automotive - 2024 Manufacturing Woman of the Year

November 12, 2024 1970

With insights, enthusiasm and a dedication to constant development of the company, Jill Dralle has placed the U.S. division of Nexteer as a leading manufacturer in Saginaw County. Her personal skills combined with her ability to impact so many lives makes her the 2024 Manufacturing Woman of the Year.
Nathan Cox - Cox Machine LLC - 2024 Manufacturer of the Year (Small Tier)

November 12, 2024 1640

Company culture and dedication to the local community and to the overall manufacturing industry in Michigan places Nathan Cox and Cox Machine LLC among an elite group of John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year recipients.
Dan Dralle - D&JD Partners - 2024 Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement

November 12, 2024 1919

Throughout his 40-year career, Daniel Dralle made a significant impact on the industry, the community and his extended family — placing him on the MMA’s prestigious list of Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement Award recipients.

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