20 MiMfg Magazine January / February 2023
In 1980 , the MMA Service Corporation ( MMASC ) was founded as a for-profit subsidiary of MMA . Through MMASC , manufacturers could obtain “ all-employee coverage ” for accidental death and disability , dental coverage , workers ’ compensation and property and casualty coverage for plants and equipment . Since that time , MMASC has continued to grow , providing tremendous value to members through the group buying power of over 35,000 insured employees .
1983 — 2002
Legislative Advocacy Spurs Growth
MMA ’ s work in the legislative arena not only impacts our members but these same policies and programs create more economic opportunities throughout the entire state . Advancing manufacturing interests supports a vibrant statewide economy , education and good-paying jobs . That is why , during this period and beyond , MMA has worked tirelessly to champion these opportunities that are vital to the health and livelihood of our communities . One of MMA ’ s most significant victories took place in 1995 , with the rollback of the Single Business Tax , which had placed Michigan businesses at a competitive disadvantage compared with neighboring states .
2003 — 2022
MMA Adapts and Evolves
If the story of our last 120 years has taught us anything , it ’ s that MMA has adapted and evolved to support its members and the state . During the past 20 years , MMA has focused on its core mission of advancing the cause of manufacturing through effective legislative advocacy while at the same time expanding value-driven services to its members . Legislative victories like the elimination of the state ’ s Personal Property Tax in 2016 ( saving Michigan manufacturers over $ 4 billion and counting ) continued as well as the implementation of modern solutions to members such as enhanced networking events , online learning opportunities , workforce development solutions and more .
Looking to the Future
Michigan will continue to be the cradle of innovation and invention for generations to come and MMA will continue to advocate tirelessly on behalf of the entire industry to provide valuable services and resources to our members . 6
Sourced from past MMA Enterprise magazine issues .