Collaborative Supply Chain SIG Meeting
Explore critical supply chain trends impacting Michigan manufacturers with MMA and regional manufacturing associations CAMC, CMMA, GLBMA and JAMA. Hear from industry experts, including Peter Jaeger, Branch Manager at Emo Trans Detroit, and Chris Brenner, Director of Enterprise Solutions at Automated Logistics Systems, on the current state of container shipping and learn about significant upcoming changes to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system that will affect how LTL (less-than-truckload) freight is classified and priced — with direct implications for operational costs, efficiency and compliance.
Thursday, July 24, 2025
MMA Headquarters, Lansing
Executive Roundtable: Policies, Partnerships & Possibilities in Defense
MMA and Warner Norcross + Judd are pleased to host an exclusive Executive Roundtable Luncheon focused on the evolving landscape of the defense industry and how current global events and changing U.S. policies will affect the industry. This event will bring together senior leaders, decision-makers and innovators to discuss key challenges, opportunities, and strategic priorities shaping the future of defense manufacturing. Please note, this roundtable is by invitation only — apply online for consideration.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi
Golf Classics
Support a strong manufacturing future at MMA’s annual golf outings. Join us for the member-exclusive ImPACt summer golf outing at one of Michigan’s prestigious golf courses.
Monday, September 8, 2025
Fox Hills, Plymouth
MMA Food Manufacturers Policy Committee Meeting at Founders Brewery Company
Connect with fellow industry leaders, discuss common challenges, best practices and available resources at the MMA Food Manufacturers Policy Committee in September in Grand Rapids. Join us for a special in-person meeting to hear from special guests and enjoy a tour of Founders Brewing Company. Open to all but registration is required.
MMA Workforce Solutions Summit
Companies and communities around the state are taking groundbreaking collaborative action to ensure resilience and success in the face of challenges and opportunities. In 2025, a statewide summit will bring stakeholders together to share stories and resources to tackle your workforce issues. Join us Thursday, September 18, 2025 in Grand Rapids for the Workforce Solutions Summit.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Eberhard Center, Grand Rapids
Manufacturing Excellence Awards
The annual Manufacturing Excellence Awards celebrates the leaders, companies and products pushing manufacturing forward. The 2024 Award winners were honored in November at a well-attended ceremony. It’s not too early to start thinking about next year’s Manufacturing Excellence Awards — nominations open Spring 2025.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The Lansing Center
MMA Operations Conference
The annual Operations Conference provides actionable solutions to operational challenges for Michigan manufacturers. This powerful annual event offers proven strategies, tools and best practices in the areas of talent recruitment, employee retention and engagement, leadership, technology developments and human resources. See highlights from the sold-out 2025 Operations Conference and save the date for the 2026 Conference on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at The Lansing Center.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The Lansing Center
MMA Legislative Day
Connects manufacturing leaders, legislative decisionmakers and regulatory officials for hands-on lobbying experience. The May 2025 event in downtown Lansing was a well-attended and well-received event featuring Former Governor John Engler, LEO Deputy Director Sean Egan, policymakers, manufacturing leaders and more. See highlights from the 2025 Legislative Day and save the date for the 2026 event in downtown Lansing on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
MMA Headquarters and Capitol Complex, Lansing
Clearing the Air Conference
The annual Clearing the Air, held every spring, keeps members informed on urgent air regulatory issues with MMA and the Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan bringing together leading professionals from government, industry, advocacy groups and the legal profession. Check out the 2025 event highlights and watch for details about next year’s event.
MFG Day
Annual National MFG Day is a great opportunity to share our industry with your community. Over the past several years this program has grown exponentially to host facility tours all across the country.
Save the Date: October 3, 2025