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Community Partnerships Help Strengthen Michigan Manufacturing

August 21, 2026 22

Amigo Manufacturing’s commitment goes beyond fabricating reliable materials for their customers. It’s about investing in student programs, strengthening our community and stepping up when support is needed most.
Community Cannot Stop at the Fence Line

August 21, 2026 19

In manufacturing, “community” is often used to describe a company’s relationship with the world outside its doors. It shows up in philanthropic giving, local partnerships, workforce programs and employer brand messaging. Manufacturers are deeply connected to the towns and regions where they operate — but community cannot stop at the fence line.
Creating a Sense of Community as a Retention Tool for Employers

August 21, 2026 20

Retention depends on more than pay and benefits. People stay where they feel connected, valued and part of something meaningful. When employees believe they belong, trust their coworkers and see how their work contributes to a shared purpose; they are more likely to stay engaged and less likely to look elsewhere.
Affordability in Action: Building a Stronger, More Sustainable Michigan

August 21, 2026 23

As responsible stewards of members’ health care dollars, BCBS invests in solutions that improve health, expand access and strengthen communities statewide. When people can get preventive care, manage chronic conditions earlier and avoid unnecessary high-cost care, employees are healthier, employers face less disruption … and communities benefit.
The Cascade Effect: How Empowered Leaders Build Empowered Factories

August 21, 2026 22

True empowerment is a deliberate, structural commitment to giving leaders authority, resources and trust required to make meaningful decisions. When companies get this right, the results cascade.
Rethinking Pharmacy Benefits: A Strategic Opportunity for Michigan Manufacturers

August 21, 2026 17

For an industry built on precision, productivity and cost discipline, pharmacy benefits may seem like a back-office issue. They are not. Every avoidable dollar spent on inflated drug pricing is a dollar that cannot be invested in people, equipment, training or growth. That makes pharmacy benefit strategy a business issue, not just a benefits issue.
Five Questions to Ask Before You Put AI in Your Back Office

August 17, 2026 67

For the small manufacturer, the question isn't is not whether AI matters but where to start without wasting time and money. MMA member Galvant offers five questions to help you work through that question to get real value before before buying or building anything.
Webinar: CMMC Phase II Is Paused — What Defense Contractors Should Do Next

August 13, 2026 79

On 7/13/26, the Department of War suspended CMMC Phase II implementation and began a 60-day review. While certification timelines have changed, requirements to protect FCI and CUI remain in effect. Watch to understand the impact on your compliance plans and CMMC roadmap.
Webinar: Beyond the Hype — Practical AI in the Manufacturing Back Office

August 12, 2026 113

Everyone's heard the AI pitch. This session skips the hype and shows what AI agents actually do inside a running manufacturer— responding to RFQs, reconciling POs and invoices and concisely answering questions about your own data. Hear from MMA member Galvant and one of their manufacturing clients to as they discuss real-life workflow, including what changed, what the numbers look like, where humans stay in the loop and what they'd do differently.
Solutions for Success: WWEX Logistics Solutions

July 30, 2026 220

Billions in purchasing power can only mean deeper discounts for Michigan manufacturers. Because WWEX, also known as Worldwide Express, has been a powerhouse in the shipping industry for decades, WWEX Group can leverage its collective purchasing capabilities to provide MMA members with aggressive discounts.

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