4 MiMfg Magazine July 2020
Don’t Miss:
Interview with MIOSHA
Director Bart Pickelman . ...... 6
First &
Foremost
Premium Associate
Member Spotlight ............. 8
MFG Excellence Awards ...... 11
MFG Operations Conference .. 17
MFG Legislative Day ......... 19
COVID-19 Resources. ........ 20
Industry Member
Spotlight ................... 22
Manufacturing News. ......... 24
Upcoming Events ............ 27
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MMA is committed to advancing the
interests of our members and promoting
manufacturing in Michigan. Check out this month’s
cover story, beginning on page 12, for more on
my vision for where we go from here.
MMA is transforming the much-anticipated MFG Operations
Conference into a virtual experience. Join us online on 8/26/20
for this first-of-its-kind MMA event and learn how to overcome
the operational constraints — hidden or obvious — to your
company’s success.
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As we continue to combat the effects of the COVID-19
pandemic, MMA has provided valuable resources to help
manufacturers now and going forward. See page 20 to
learn more about the tools available and access the latest
MFG Tools for Safe & Productive Operations, COVID-19
Financial Relief Tool Kit, official guidance and more at
mimfg.org/covid-19.
John J. Walsh
President & CEO
[email protected]
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Larry Janicki
Service Corporation
President
[email protected]
Members save big using MMA
partner companies UPS® and
YRC®. From packages to pallets,
these carriers can provide reliable
solutions while saving you up to
36% — learn more at mimfg.org.
Mike Johnston
Vice President of
Government Affairs
[email protected]
Decisions are made in Lansing every
day that impact your business, your
employees and your community. Join
Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey,
officials from the Whitmer Administration
and industry colleagues for MFG
Legislative Day on Tuesday, 9/15/20!
Delaney McKinley
Vice President of Membership,
Marketing & Events
[email protected]
If there has ever been a year to
recognize the best of manufacturing,
it’s 2020. Nominate your
favorite people, businesses and
products for the MFG Excellence
Awards at mimfg.org.
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