MMA

Building the Manufacturing Mind: Turning Curiosity Into Careers

September 15, 2025 23

Manufacturing today faces a challenge bigger than technology or supply chains — it’s about people. The future depends on how well we cultivate the mindsets of young learners who may one day become our technicians, trades workers and innovators
Why Tech Talent and Manufacturing Need Each Other Right Now

September 15, 2025 25

Recent tech industry layoffs have left a deep pool of highly skilled professionals looking for their next opportunity. At the same time, manufacturers across the U.S. are striving to modernize their operations but struggling to find the talent to do it. This convergence creates a rare moment of mutual benefit.
Health Care Affordability: A Growing Threat to Michigan Employers

September 15, 2025 20

For more than a century, Michigan’s manufacturing sector has been a driving force behind our state’s economy. Today, rising health care costs are slowing the gears of profit and progress, and making it harder for manufacturers and other businesses to stay competitive.
Retaining Manufacturing Personnel with Practical Solutions

September 15, 2025 24

You can boost employee retention by focusing on three key areas: providing clarity, supporting managers and offering opportunities for growth. These are the things employees value most — reasons to stay with your company.
Make Yourself Irreplaceable in a World Dominated by Artificial Intelligence!

September 15, 2025 24

AI has made knowledge a commodity. If you’re still sitting in classes trying to learn theories and models you’re falling behind. That was our parents’ world! Our world today requires you to be a strategic thinker who can confidently ask the questions needed to exploit the knowledge at your disposal.
MMA Operations Conference 2026

September 12, 2025 129

The annual MMA Operations Conference provides actionable solutions to operational challenges for Michigan manufacturers. This powerful event offers proven strategies, tools and best practices in several areas.
Understanding the One Big Beautiful Bill: Implications for American Manufacturing

August 28, 2025 558

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), enacted on 7/4/25, represents a comprehensive legislative initiative that’s poised to influence the landscape of American manufacturing. This bill introduces a range of policies that aim to support domestic production, competitiveness and resilience of the U.S. industrial base. MMA member Rehmann highlights several key tax provisions expected to influence investment in American manufacturing.
2025 Coolest Thing Made in Michigan Nominees Announced

August 28, 2025 1810

MMA has officially announced this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Michigan nominees, unveiling an exciting lineup of contenders from across the state. This year’s nominees highlight the innovation, creativity, and craftsmanship that define Michigan’s manufacturing sector.
Webinar: How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Reshapes R&D and Tax Strategy for Manufacturers

August 13, 2025 801

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is changing how manufacturers approach R&D deductions, facility investments, and interest expense rules. These updates could mean real tax savings — or missed opportunities. Watch MMA’s Mike Johnston and Maner Costerisan’s Matt Latham give a clear, actionable overview of how OBBBA impacts Michigan’s manufacturing businesses, with specific focus on R&D tax credits and compliance changes.
Agentic Commerce Is Coming to B2B: Are You Ready for the Shift?

August 12, 2025 1255

For distributors and manufacturers, this evolution to autonomous AI agents is both a challenge and a massive opportunity. If your systems and product data aren’t accessible to these new interfaces, you’ll be invisible. But if you get on board soon, you’ll gain first-mover advantages in speed, automation and discoverability across a new generation of intelligent buyer interfaces.

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