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MetLife + MMA

May 10, 2026 36

Administered by MMA and sold through independent brokers or agents, the MMA-MetLife employee benefits program includes options for life, vision, dental, long-term disability, short-term disability and accidental death or dismemberment insurance.
Industry Member Spotlight: Alkuhme

May 10, 2026 40

Alkuhme is behind 400 everyday products on store shelves throughout the country — but you wouldn’t know it. Read how they pair efficiency, scientific expertise, an innovative spirit and dedication to the health of consumers.
Premium Associate Member Spotlight: Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center

May 10, 2026 37

Manufacturing businesses have several needs in common: to adopt technology, better manage supply chains, boost operational efficiency and leverage leadership development opportunities for their teams. There are many avenues businesses can take to address these challenges and the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (Center) can help.
Resilience Amidst Uncertainty

May 10, 2026 37

Being steps ahead of potential issues is key to minimizing disruptions in the face of a turbulent political and economic climate. Learn how to identify some of those issues from members Miller Canfield and Rehmann.
Bridging Quality and Technology

May 10, 2026 39

Digital transformation doesn’t fail because of bad technology. It fails because it isn’t integrated into how the plant runs. When technology is grounded in real problems, supported by leadership and reinforced through process discipline, it delivers. That’s how manufacturers turn investment into performance.
Brand Visibility for Manufacturers: Why PR Matters

May 10, 2026 35

Sales still matter but how you prime the market before sales enter the conversation is often the difference between growth and decline.
Manufacturing Cost Intelligence in Action

May 10, 2026 32

Cost intelligence moves beyond traditional spend reporting. Rather than simply showing what was spent and with whom, it connects spend visibility across plants and business units with category-level insight, supplier fragmentation analysis, internal buying behavior and external benchmarks. The result is a prioritized view of realistic savings opportunities and a clear roadmap for action.
Webinar: Workforce Solutions for Michigan Manufacturers - Q2 2026

May 7, 2026 108

Michigan’s workforce landscape is constantly evolving, and MMA’s Workforce Solutions Quarterly Information Sessions keep manufacturers informed and prepared for what’s trending and what's next. MMA’s Workforce Solutions team and partners will provide timely insights, expert guidance and actionable strategies to help employers navigate workforce challenges — from talent attraction and retention to policy changes and skills development.
Webinar: AI in Manufacturing - From Hype to Competitive Advantage

May 5, 2026 125

MMA and Cygnus Systems’ Cohen Barnes provide a practical executive-level session focused on how manufacturers can use AI to drive real operational advantage — not automation for automation’s sake. Cut through AI hype and learn where AI delivers the most value today: speeding decisions, reducing cost pressure, improving quality and helping teams do more with constrained talent. See concrete manufacturing use cases across operations, sales and marketing, HR and leadership, with an emphasis on keeping humans accountable while AI accelerates insight and execution.

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Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2026

May 1, 2026 117

The Manufacturing Excellence Awards are celebrated during a prestigious evening of celebration and recognition that shines a light on the individuals, organizations and products that shape our economy and improve our daily lives. Join us Thursday, November 12, 2026 in Plymouth.

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