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Registration is Open for the 2025 HR, Safety & Environmental Conference
July 30–31 | Ross Bridge Resort, Birmingham, AL
We’re excited for the 2025 HR, Safety, and Environmental Conference to take place on July 30 and 31 at the beautiful Ross Bridge in Birmingham, Alabama! Register today for two impactful days of collaboration and professional development.
This conference is specifically designed for professionals in HR, Safety, and Environmental roles within manufacturing facilities. It provides a platform to explore cutting-edge ideas, discuss the latest trends, and discover innovative solutions shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.
The last day to book your rooming accommodations is July 9.
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Thank you to the 2025 HR, Safety, and Environmental Conference sponsors! Your support is instrumental in making this event possible. Sponsorship opportunities are still available!
Find more information here.
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Manufacturing Day at Toyota Field
Wednesday, June 18 | Toyota Field | Madison, AL
Celebrate manufacturing with us at the ballpark! We're teaming up with the Alabama Technology Network (ATN) for a night of baseball, networking and celebrating the people who power Alabama’s manufacturing industry.
A limited number of complimentary tickets have been shared with Manufacture Alabama member companies in North Alabama, but we’d love for others to join us! If you’d like to attend, grab a seat in Section 3 and be part of the celebration.
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Nominations for the Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Awards Close June 2
Know a standout manufacturer—or think your company fits the bill? Submit a nomination for the 2025 Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Awards!
Presented by Manufacture Alabama, the Business Council of Alabama, and the Alabama Technology Network, this program recognizes top-performing manufacturers of all sizes and stages.
Award Categories:
- Small (1–99 employees)
- Medium (100–399 employees)
- Large (400+ employees)
- Emerging (10 years or less in operation)
Nominate by: Monday, June 2
Awards Ceremony: Friday, October 3
Anyone can nominate—just apply!
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PBM Webinar: Preparing Employers for the Impact of PBM Legislation
June 10 | Held Virtually
Join Manufacture Alabama, the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), Lockton and Maynard Nexsen for a webinar focused on Alabama’s recently passed Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) legislation and the potential impacts on employers. Attendees will hear from experts on how to navigate these legislative changes and prepare for what’s ahead.
This event is free for members and especially relevant for HR professionals, CFOs, benefits managers and business leaders across the state.
After registering, you will receive a Zoom link to the webinar.
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Remembering Jeffery “Brett” Clark
The Manufacture Alabama team was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of longtime member and friend, Jeffery “Brett” Clark, of Dunn Building Company.
Brett was a familiar and much-loved face at our events. He had a way of making everyone feel welcome—whether it was your first time attending or you’d been around for years. His energy, humor, and warmth filled every room and it’s hard to imagine a Manufacture Alabama event without him.
We encourage you to keep Brett’s family, friends, and the entire Dunn team in your thoughts and prayers during this time.
You can read Brett’s obituary here.
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Austal USA Recognized Once Again by AEU for Safety
Austal USA’s shipbuilding team once again demonstrated their commitment to safety in the workplace by earning the American Equity Underwriter’s (AEU) Excellence in Safety Award for performance in 2024. As the leading provider of workers’ compensation for waterfront employers, AEU presents safety awards each year to its best performing members nationwide.
Read more.
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AAA USA, Inc. opens its new state-of-the art training and operations facility in Mobile, Alabama
On May 8, 2025, AAA USA, a joint venture of DRAKKAR and the Daher Group, opened a new advanced training and operations facility in Mobile, Alabama. The center supports workforce development in aerospace, industrial, marine, and defense sectors, and expands the company’s contract labor services for surge and contingent staffing. The facility includes hands-on labs, classroom space, and a growing operations center, allowing AAA USA to train both entry-level and experienced workers. Located on the Central Gulf Coast, the site also plays a role in revitalizing south Mobile and strengthens partnerships with local schools and colleges.
Read more.
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Austal USA Welcomes Admiral Jonathan Rucker
Austal USA welcomed Rear Admiral (RADM) Jonathan Rucker, PEO Attack Submarines, at the company’s Mobile, Ala. shipyard yesterday. RADM Rucker began his visit by addressing more than 200 members of the Austal USA and General Dynamics Electric Boat submarine manufacturing team. RADM Rucker emphasized the valuable work they are doing for the Virginia-and Columbia-class submarine programs.
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June 3-5, 2025 | Jefferson State Community College
Free DOT/RCRA Hazardous Materials/waste Regulations Awareness Training Workshop
Join WiM Alabama for a 24-Hour DOT/RCRA Hazardous Materials/Waste Regulations Awareness Training Workshop!
For employees involved in DOT HazMat and RCRA HazWaste Shipping, Receiving, and Handling; 24 Hours in Accordance with 49 CFR 262.17(a)(7)
To ensure a basic knowledge of DOT HazMat Regulations and be prepared for the workshop, participant may wish to complete 16 hours of online coursework prior to the start of the workshop.
This workshop is offered with U.S. DOT PHSMA HMIT grant support to the National Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (National PETE). Per the grant, government employees ARE eligible to participate in this program.
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Warren Averett Insights: Four Ways Manufacturers Can Respond Strategically to the Impact of Tariffs
Tariffs introduce complexity and cost, but manufacturing companies can weather the storm by adjusting supply chains, improving efficiency and managing tax exposure. This article from Warren Averett CPAs & Advisors outlines how your organization can practically chart a smart path through tariff turbulence.
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