Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2023

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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 for the 2023 Manufacturing Excellence Awards on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing.

Pricing & Details

Date, Location and Time

• Thursday, November 9, 2023
• Kellogg Center in East Lansing

Pricing

• $250/person for individual attendees
• $2,000 for a table of eight

Attire is Formal

Program

• 4:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour
• 5:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony
• After Glow Reception to follow

After Glow

Continue the celebration at the ManufacturigExcellence Awards After Glow. We will enjoy for hors d’oeuvres and cocktails with a more relaxed opportunity to mingle with Award winners, event sponsors, MMA staff and manufacturing supporters.

2023 Winners and Finalists

The winners of the 2023 Manufacturing Excellence Awards for individuals and programs are:

John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year – Small Tier
Joseph Mooney • Integrity Fab & Machine Inc. (Breckenridge)

Manufacturing Emerging Leader
Ronald E. Hall • Bridgewater Interiors (Detroit)

Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement Award
Jon Hall • Glastender Inc. (Saginaw)

Manufacturing Talent Champion
DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc. (Battle Creek) 

Manufacturing Woman of the Year
Sachiko Johnson • Jordan Manufacturing Company (Belding)

The following companies and products are finalists in the 2023 Manufacturing Excellence Awards:

Coolest Thing Made in Michigan
Top Three Finalists

• Aluminum Fishing Lure Molds, Angling Ai (Jackson)
• Aurora Plasma Thruster, Orbion Space Technology (Houghton)
• INFRALED PRO Motorized Exam Lights, Kirlin Lighting (Detroit)

Michigan Manufactured Export of the Year
Top Two Finalists

• A64 HD Water Cannon • Getman Corporation (Bangor)
• Equipment for Aluminum Extrusion • Granco Clark Inc. (Belding )

John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year – Large Tier
Top Three Finalists

• Armstrong International (Three Rivers)
• Miller Industries (Fenton)
• RoMan Manufacturing (Grand Rapids)

Manufacturing Community Impact
Top Three Finalists

• Case Systems Inc. (Midland)
• DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc. (Battle Creek)
• Gerdau Special Steel (Jackson)

Manufacturing Innovation Excellence
Top Three Finalists

• DC’s LEDS (Rochester Hills)
• Storch Products (Livonia)
• Wire Wizard Welding Products(Jackson)

2023 Sponsorship

Support manufacturing growth and innovation with sponsorship and engagement opportunities available throughout the year. Develop a comprehensive plan to build your brand, solidify your image and increase your engagement with Michigan manufacturers. Work with MMA’s team to build a package with multiple event sponsorship, thought leadership and advertising opportunities available. Contact MMA’s Ashley Wakefield to build your 2023 strategy.

Thank You to Our 2023 Manufacturing Excellence Awards Sponsors