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Boost Your Michigan Manufacturing Exports with EXIM’s New Financing Program

August 14, 2024 2407

To help manufacturers of all sizes take advantage of this opportunity and enhance their global competitiveness, EXIM offers a new financing tool designed to unlock funds and encourage domestic manufacturing by making EXIM’s medium- and long-term loans, loan guarantees and insurance available for export-oriented projects.
Webinar: Supreme Court Paid Leave Decision & the Impact on Manufacturers

August 8, 2024 2010

The Michigan Supreme Court recently ruled on Mothering Justice v Attorney General in August, resulting in minimum wage increases and an onerous and litigious paid leave mandate. Learn how this decision will affect your business during a discussion with MMA and Gaëtan Gerville-Réache and Allyson Terpsma of Warner Norcross & Judd.
Webinar: Where Does eCommerce Fit within Manufacturing

August 5, 2024 1111

It’s imperative to understand where your website fits within your digital transformation strategy. Human Element’s Jason Magee and Sandra Bander get to the core of why you should be considering selling your products online (if you’re not already), what the key eCommerce features are and the important role your marketing team plays in setting strategy.
Michigan Supreme Court’s Decision on Mothering Justice v. Attorney General Damages Michigan’s Business Climate

July 31, 2024 1204

Michigan manufacturers lost some competitive advantage over many other states on 7/31/24 when the Michigan Supreme Court ruled on Mothering Justice v Attorney General, overturning the Michigan Legislature’s actions when they amended two citizens initiatives in 2018.
Trailblazing & Groundbreaking Solutions for Sustainability

July 26, 2024 1496

Industry professionals have been looking in every direction for solutions that will lead to a more sustainable future for manufacturing, and many have employed new and fresh ideas into their products and services. Learn how Holcim US and Lambda Energy Resources have led to innovations that may positively impact processes as well as enhance and meet businesses’ conservation goals.
Industry Member Spotlight: Michigan Sugar Company

July 26, 2024 1318

Michigan Sugar Company is pulling every bit of sweetness possible out of sugar beets for sugar processing and distribution, and it’s doing a significant portion of it through environmentally friendly and sustainable processes. Interview with Michigan Sugar Company CEO Neil Juhnke.
Crystal Clean: Parts Cleaning and Waste Services

July 26, 2024 1351

Every manufacturing business needs environmental services, such as waste disposal, oil collection, drain cleaning, incidental cleanup and more. Taking the time to find multiple vendors to address each need can be time-consuming and costly— especially for small businesses. MMA partner Crystal Clean has supported Michigan manufacturers for more than 25 years with comprehensive environmental solutions — for which members receive an exclusive 25 percent discount.
Premium Associate Member Spotlight: Butzel

July 26, 2024 1156

Butzel has played a prominent role in the development and growth of several major industries. Butzel, a 16-year member of the MMA, includes a strong environmental energy and sustainability practice. Interview with Butzel Shareholder Beth Gotthelf.
MFG Game Changers: Saint-Gobain

July 26, 2024 991

Saint-Gobain, a global company that designs and develops materials for buildings, transportation, infrastructure and manufacturing, has pursued advanced solutions for responsible industry growth. These solutions are intended to help customers streamline or enhance their own processes for potential savings, increased efficiencies and conservation of energy.
Public-Private Partnerships Addressing Michigan’s Manufacturing Crisis

July 26, 2024 891

For manufacturers across Michigan’s vital automotive, aerospace and defense and semiconductor industries, the need for a robust talent pipeline is clearer than ever. The baby boomer generation marked a significant increase in population growth, but a key milestone for this group of more than 75 million has been an uphill battle for employers for more than a decade: retirement. Manufacturers need to look to their communities and stakeholders to find a sustainable path forward.

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