4 MiMfg Magazine July 2021
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First & Foremost
Manufacturing News ........... 6
MFG Game Changers ........ 8
Solutions for Success ......... 9
Premium Associate Member Spotlight ............ 10
Industry Member Spotlight ................... 12
Legislative Updates .......... 24
Upcoming Events & Webinars ................. 27
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Technology is changing the face of the manufacturing industry and it is imperative that your company keep pace to stay competitive . Learn how MMA members large and small are embracing meaningful change from the C-suite to the shop floor in this month ’ s cover story starting on page 14 .
The past year and a half has provided us with countless stories of manufacturers that have gone above and beyond in support of their industry , community and state . Nominate a deserving company for an MFG Excellence Award in recognition of its leadership , innovative drive and commitment to community . Nominate at mimfg . org until Friday , 8 / 20 / 21 .
Flip to page 20 to access resources and grant funding to diversify your customer base , stabilize sales and grow your business through exporting during MMA ’ s summer Michigan Roots , Global Reach Virtual Lunch & Learn Series in partnership with the MEDC International Trade program .
John J . Walsh President & CEO walsh @ mimfg . org
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Larry Janicki Service Corporation President janicki @ mimfg . org
Did you know that manufacturers are entitled to a sales tax exemption on energy costs associated with manufacturing operations ? MMA partner EnStar can help make sure you ’ re minimizing energy costs with a sales tax review as well as an energy use consultation — free to MMA members ! Learn more on the MMA Blog at mimfg . org .
Mike Johnston Vice President of Government Affairs johnston @ mimfg . org
Legislative and regulatory issues impact every manufacturer . MMA ’ s annual MFG Legislative Day provides you the chance most employers can only wish for — a direct conversation with your elected officials . Plan to join us on 9 / 28 / 21 and learn more about this full day of connecting with industry champions , regulatory and legislative decisionmakers and fellow manufacturers at mimfg . org .
Delaney McKinley Vice President of Membership , Marketing & Events mckinley @ mimfg . org
MMA ’ s MiMfg Magazine focuses on issues and trends important to Michigan ’ s manufacturing industry and highlights the people , processes and technologies leading the industry forward . A limited number of advertising opportunities remain for the year — download the MMA Media Kit to get started .
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