June 2020
Hello AFMA members and friends,
 
Please read my full letter with important information on how AMFA is facing COVID-19 now and in the future. Read more





Flexible loan options for business in Northeastern MN

Having access to enough capital to start a business, keep it going through tough times – as many are experiencing now – and grow it when the opportunity comes, is critical to our regional economy. The Business Finance Program of the Northland Foundation was ... Read more

COVID Series No 9:
Overcoming the disruption
Online • Thursday, June 25
Four keys to help manufacturers understand the mindset to success in the midst of constantly changing circumstances. Call in information
Financial Stability
Online • Thursday, July 9 • 11 am
Brought to you by TSMA

Amid the current environment, there are easy steps leaders can take to protect funds, improve liquidity and produce cost saving s . Call in information
TSMA Golf Social
 Tuesday, July 21
Tipsinah Mounds, Elbow Lake

AMFA members are invited to join us for a fun day of golf. Register
AMFA Golf Social
 date TBD in late August or early September
Location TBD

Join us for a fun day of golf and an opportunity to raise money for AMFA-ET.
AMFA Legislative Candidate Forum
 Wednesday, September 9
Location TBD

Watch for more details
CMMA Golf Social
 Tuesday, September 15
Wapicada Golf Course, Sauk Rapids

AMFA members are invited to join us for a fun day of golf. Register
AMFA Environmental & Industrial Hygiene Basics
September 22, 2020 • 2:30 pm
Location TBD

Learn how to easily navigate both OSHA and EPA compliance requirements. Register
AMFA Beverage Tasting
 Wednesday, October 7
5:00-7:00 pm
Duluth • Clyde Iron Works
All proceeds go to AMFA-ET to be given to K-12 stem programs, robotics teams, shop class equipment, girls welding camps, and more. Register
AMFA General meeting
 Wednesday, November 11

Location and details TBD
Latest AMFA news
Letter from golf social chair Todd Hanson
Typically held in June, AMFA has decided to reschedule its 22 nd  annual Golf Social in late August or early September. Once the reschedule date and location are confirmed/announce - we hope you can join us!  You’ll appreciate the  ... More.
Manufacturing COVID-19 Survey Results
In April and May of this year, AMFA, CMMA and TSMA deployed a survey targeting manufacturers (members and non-members) in an effort to understand how COVID-19 is impacting our industry. We learned that   ... More.
Manufacturing Vital Signs Photo Contest results
Congrats to CMMA member Messer Repair of Sauk Centre, winner of the most popular photo in our Manufacturing Vital Signs campaign. The goal of the campaign was to increase awareness of the vitality of manufacturing to our economy. The campaign reached over 3300 people!
AMFA Snapshot 2019
Check out all the AMFA 2019 activities and accomplishments in this annual publication.
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Reinke elected chairman of TriFac Fund
Randy Reinke, President/CEO of long-time TSMA member Custom Products of Litchfield, will once again serve as chairman of the Trifac workers compensation self-insurance fund. Joining Randy on the Executive Committee are.. . M ore
Legislative matters
We recommend members host a legislative tour in 2020. The AMFA office will arrange it for FREE.

Amy Johnson joins MMA as summer intern

2020 membership directory
All current members should have received a complimentary copy in the mail in April. Contact the office for additional free copies .
AMFA Board member bio
Blake Kolquist, Marketing Director at GPM, Inc. ... More.
Web marketing minute
Even before the onset of COVID-19 videos were the hottest marketing avenue for manufacturers. Creating videos is easier than you think and can be displayed on your member listing on the AMFA website. Contact Becky, Communications Specialist, with questions.
What's new at the Iron Range Makerspace (IRM)

Workforce development
Upcoming grant application deadline: September 30
You must be a 501(C)3, school, or other public entity to qualify, with a focus on one of three priority areas. More information and applications here .
MMA information
Member directory and RFPs
MBiz Solutions
Lower your operating costs through AMFA membership
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