May 2021
I assume you are all enjoying spring and looking forward to summer as much as I am! 

Make plans to attend AMFA’s two upcoming fundraisers: the Beverage Tasting Event on June 16 at Clyde Iron Works and the AMFA Golf Social on August 16 at Mesaba Country Club in Hibbing. We are really looking forward to seeing you all in person and raising money for the AMFA Educational Trust! We need your continued support for continued success!  Read more
Stern Assembly -
Set for Growth

Stern Assembly, located in Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota, is a manufacturer of custom roto molded plastic parts, components and assemblies. The Hoyt Lakes operation was added in 2018 as an expansion to Stern Companies located in Baxter and Brainerd, MN. Stern has been in business for over 25 years. The Stern businesses provide ... Read more

Employer Health Plans Webinar
Monday, May 17 • 11 am

If you have five or more employees and are in need of a change in your health plan, attend this short webinar and learn about Employer Health Plans in collaboration with Hahn Financial Group.
Beverage Tasting event to benefit AMFA ET
Wednesday, June 16 • 5 pm
Clyde Iron Works, Duluth

AMFA Golf Social
Wednesday, August 16 • 12 pm
Mesaba Country Club • Hibbing

Miss a meeting? View the webinar and meeting recordings

Click on videos on the right to view recent meetings. All the recorded virtual meetings and webinars are also available at:
AMFA Virtual meeting
Antitrust Training for Small and Mid-Size Manufacturers: Competitor Agreements - What is legal and what is not?
AMFA Virtual meeting
What is ISO Certification?
Latest AMFA news
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Two AMFA fundraisers planned this summer

JUNE 16 - Beverage Tasting Fundraiser
AUGUST 16 - Annual AMFA Golf Social.

Welcome New Members
Kraus-Anderson Construction
3716 Oneota Street, Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 290-8702
Construction
Whitestone
2659 Bunker Lake Boulevard NE
Ham Lake, MN 55304-7133
(763) 592-9384
Job transition provider.
Board Bio: Brad Vieths
Dean of Business and Industry for Lake Superior College.

AMFA Snapshot
The 2020 annual report is available here.
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What's new at IRM?
Read the latest from the Iron Range Makerspace in Hibbing.
2021 Fab Tech Expo
Planning is underway for AMFA to once again co-host exhibit space at the annual FabTech Expo. Scheduled from September 13-16, 2021 at McCormick Place in Chicago... Read More.
MN Statewide Tour of Manufacturing - make plans to participate
Manufacturers – it’s not too early to sign for the 2021 Statwide tour of Manufacturing. This year, the event will feature both live and virtual tours.  Minnesota Manufactured has resources available to guide you through either approach. Read more.
Sponsorship packages

As the central office serving AMFA, CMMA, and TSMA our job is to help your business succeed. We are proud to offer the reduced 2021 sponsorship packages and are ready to help you reach your prospects, customers and fellow members. Learn more!
2021 Membership Directory - Coming in June

Each year MMA produces a printed directory that includes a listing of all AMFA, CMMA, and TSMA members and is mailed to all members. Contact the office if you'd like additional copies.
Web marketing minute
Are you taping 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 AMFA's growing video archive. Contact Becky, Communications Director, with questions.
Workforce development
Upcoming grant application deadline: September 30, 2021
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.
Member directory and RFPs
MMA & AMFA information
Lower your operating costs
Responding to your needs, we have carefully selected 4 partners — 
vetted by our board and endorsed by fellow members— to provide 
a cost savings to your operation, including...
Looking for a health plan that could save you and your company money? Fellow members have reported lower costs and money back at the end of low-claim years with MMA’s Employer Health Plans. Learn more.
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