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January / February 2022 MiMfg Magazine 5
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Are You Losing Employees Due to the Hidden Caregiver Crisis ?
Did you know 33 % of employees leave their employment due to caregiver responsibilities ? Homethrive and MMA are partnering to offer members a new solution to address the cost of turnover , reduced diversity and inclusion , poor mental health and well-being , and decreased employee productivity . Learn how MMA and Homethrive can help you help your employee caregivers at mimfg . org .
Is Your Member Directory Listing Up-to-Date ?
With so many changes in recent years , make sure your MMA Member Directory listing is up-to-date . Login at mimfg . org to update your listing and start making the connections that are vital to every successful business .
120 Years and Counting
MMA is celebrating 120 years as the voice of Michigan manufacturing , representing the state ’ s largest economic sector . Since its founding in 1902 , the Association has strived to meet the changing needs of its members and industry through effective advocacy , meaningful education and strategic business services .
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Wanted : Cutting-edge Content and Dynamic Speakers
MMA is actively seeking proposals for cutting-edge content and dynamic speakers to tackle operational roadblocks at the upcoming MFG Operations Conference in April . Scan the QR code to review the Request for Proposal and contact MMA ’ s Delaney McKinley , at mckinley @ mimfg . org , if you have questions .
Members Save with Avis and Budget est . 1902
Renting a car shouldn ’ t be a hassle . Your membership offers you discounts with nationwide car rental companies Avis and Budget for business and family travel .
Take Action to Strengthen Your Workplace and Our Society
The long-term competitiveness and success of Michigan ’ s manufacturing industry is contingent on a strong and diverse talent pool . In turn , the ability to attract , engage and retain a strong workforce requires inclusive workplaces and continuous improvement . Access resources and participate in quarterly workshops through the new MMA DEI Hub at mimfg . org .
Don ’ t Miss Out on PPT Savings
The elimination of Michigan ’ s Personal Property Tax ( PPT ) has saved manufacturers $ 3.4 billion since MMA drove the groundbreaking ballot proposal in 2016 to axe the tax . File your exemption form by 2 / 2 / 22 to realize your savings — check out MMA ’ s PPT Savings Tool Kit for updates , forms , eligibility and more at mimfg . org / pptsavings .
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