Turning the corner, coming together and making a difference.
Greetings to CMMA members, associates and friends. As I think of all the good things that are happening at CMMA and determining the topics to highlight and celebrate in this newsletter, I am both encouraged by the success and progress we’ve made since my last letter and challenged by the many ways that we can be even better together!
First off, we’re thankful for the excellent meetings we’ve recently shared together. Our sessions have addressed... Read more
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Exit planning is simply good business planning -
Business Owner Succession Planning
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Did you know that according to the Survey of Owner Readiness 99% of business owners agree they should have a written exit plan? Yet only 9% of surveyed business owners have a written exit plan. Why is that? I think it is because they haven’t had someone to guide them to answer three critical question ... Read more
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Virtual meeting
May 27 • 8:30 am
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Annual Golf Social
June 8 • 12:00 pm
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Summer Social 2021
August 19 • 4:00 pm
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MN Statewide Tour of Manufacturing - Make plans to participate
Manufacturers – it’s not too early to sign for the 2021 Statewide tour of Manufacturing. The event will promote both live and virtual tours. Minnesota Manufactured has resources available to guide you through either approach.
This year, we’ll celebrate Minnesota Manufacturing Month the entire month of October. Reach out to your local school now to schedule a student tour this fall ... Read more.
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Central Minnesota to celebrate Manufacturing Month in October!
Under the leadership of Della Ludwig, DEED Workforce Strategy Consultant and volunteer CMMA board member, plans are underway to highlight manufacturing in Central Minnesota during the entire month of October in honor of Minnesota Manufacturing Month! Here’s a glimpse of potential Central Minnesota Manufacturing Month activities ... Read more.
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MMA is hiring!
Letter from the Executive Director
Exciting news to sharing from the Association office! Midwest Manufacturers Association (MMA), the central office that serves AMFA, CMMA and TSMA, is in a state of transition ... Read more.
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CMMA members encouraged to explore a new benefit: CMMA 401K Retirement Plan
The new CMMA 401(k) Retirement Plan affords members the opportunity to provide a powerful retirement plan for employees, save money, and spend less time on plan administration. Structured as a Multiple Employer Plan (MEP), CMMA partnered with Clint Nelson, Qualified Plan Advisors, to offer this new member benefit. Read more.
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K12 Navigator looking for manufacturers
The K12Navigator is a FREE tool to connect education and Central Minnesota manufacturers. The website aggregates work-based learning resources to integrate into classrooms or workforce development programs. Educators can log on and search for a list of manufacturers in Central Minnesota that are willing to provide the following items:
- Classroom speakers
- Company tours
- Job shadowing
- Youth apprenticeship programs
- Work-based training
- Student mentors
- Student technical project support
- Material donations.
Manufacturers - please register your business to be a part of the K12navigator.org |
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Youth Apprenticeship Toolkit launched to help manufacturers
If you're interested in starting a Youth Skills Training or Youth Apprenticeship program, you now have access to step-by-step instructions, , costs, forms, and other resources here. Help spread the word.
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Sponsorship packages
As the central office serving CMMA, AMFA and TSMA our job is to help your business succeed. We are offering discounted 2021 sponsorship packages and are ready to help your reach your prospects, customers and follow members. Learn more!
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2021 Printed directory - coming in June
Each year MMA produces a printed directory that includes a listing of all AMFA, CMMA, and TSMA members. A complementary copy will be mailed to each member in June. Contact the office if you'd like additional copies.
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CMMA volunteer profile - Kurt Helgeson
Title: SCSU Department Chair and Professor
Where do you work, what work do you do? I just finished my 23rd year of teaching at St. Cloud State University. I am the Department Chair of Environmental & Technological Studies. I teach construction and graduate courses for Technology Education teachers. Read more.
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CMMA anniversaries - Thank you for your membership!
Member for 10 years
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Apollo High School
Milaca High School
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Riveters Club
This program runs on a point system, or rivets, with CMMA advocates (current members) earning rivets as follows:
- 1 Rivet when you bring a guest to a meeting
- 3 Rivets when your manufacturer guest JOINS CMMA!
- 2 Rivets when your non-manufacturer guest JOINS CMMA!
- 1 Rivet each time the company RENEWS their membership.
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2021 Membership directory
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Web marketing minute
Are you tapping into the power of video to promote your business or attract employees? I believe video is the most powerful medium to inspire, persuade and entertain. View CMMA's growing video archive. Contact Becky, Communications Director, with questions.
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White list MMA staff
Please white list or add our emails to your contact list:
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255 E Roselawn Ave #45 • St. Paul, MN 55304
(651) 489-6990
Advisor for the 3D printing industry and a Stratasys Platinum Level Partner.
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1646 Hwy 23 East • St. Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 654-1609
Cabinet manufacturer.
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530 County Road 50 • Avon, MN 56310
(320) 356-7301
Custom gearing and power transmission products.
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2219 Edgewood Ave S • St. Louis Park, MN 55426
(763) 450-3980
Digital marketing.
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14947 River Oak Court • Savage, MN 55378
(612) 791-8981
Leadership training for supervisors, leads and managers.
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420 Gateway Blvd, Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 707-8200
Insurance, surety and risk management solutions.
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PO Box 563 • Annandale, MN 55302
(763) 244-0352
IT strategy and process improvement.
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9459 Hwy 10 NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
(763) 270-0512
Welding training.
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1300 Godward St. NE, Suite 6000
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 238-1290
Buy sell broker.
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CMMA Foundation
Donations are welcome and encouraged
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K12 schools can apply for CMMA grants and scholarships here.
Donations are eligible as a 501(c )3 charitable contribution. Donate online at Community Giving, or send to 101 7th Ave. S. #100, St. Cloud, MN. 56301 with CMMA Fund in the memo line.
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Lower your operating costs through CMMA Membership
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