October 2023

THE BAMA BULLETIN

A Message from the Executive Director

Dear BAMA Members,

October is here, and it brings with it the excitement of Manufacturing Month. At the Bay Manufacturers Association (BAMA), we've been hard at work celebrating this important occasion by connecting our community with the vibrant world of manufacturing. This year, we've taken significant steps to promote awareness and education about the manufacturing industry, and we're excited to share our progress with you.

Educating Our Future Workforce: Student Tours and Virtual Engagement

One of our primary initiatives for Manufacturing Month is coordinating student tours of local manufacturing companies. These tours offer students a valuable opportunity to witness firsthand how a manufacturing company operates and to explore the diverse career opportunities within the industry. By providing students with these insights, we hope to inspire the next generation of manufacturing leaders.

But that's not all! We recently hosted a virtual event titled "Inside Manufacturing with BAMA." This event drew the participation of over 630 students eager to learn more about the manufacturing sector. The students watched virtual tours of local manufacturing companies prior to the event. During the event, students had the chance to engage with local manufacturers, ask questions about their companies, and gain a deeper understanding of the manufacturing processes that drive our local economy. It was truly a fantastic opportunity to bridge the gap between the classroom and the factory floor.

Newsletter Update: Double the Insights

In our ongoing efforts to keep our members informed and engaged, we have decided to enhance our newsletter experience. We understand that our newsletters have been growing due to the wealth of information we want to share with you. To streamline the content and make it more accessible, we are excited to announce that we will be delivering two newsletters each month.

The first newsletter will focus on upcoming events and exciting opportunities for you to get involved with BAMA. This will help you stay up to date with the latest happenings and plan your involvement accordingly.

The second newsletter will feature manufacturing news and association updates. This will serve as a valuable resource for staying informed about industry trends, legislative developments, and all things related to BAMA.

We believe that this approach will provide you with a more tailored and digestible newsletter experience, ensuring that you receive the information that matters most to you.

As Manufacturing Month continues, we invite you to join us in celebrating the innovation, dedication, and hard work of our local manufacturing community. Together, we can inspire future generations and continue to strengthen the manufacturing industry in the Tampa Bay area.

Best regards,

Beth Galic

Beth Galic | Bay Area Manufacturers Association

Executive Director

beth@bama-fl.org| www.bama-fl.org/

727-536-5809 | 1936 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Suite 428

Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Manufacturing Connections for Over 60 Years

WAGE SURVEY

The yearly BAMA wage survey has been sent out to all manufacturing members by email. The survey can be completed online or you can print out the PDF and email or mail back to us. Remember, the information you report will be treated with the strictest of confidence. Results will be published in summary only and no individual company information will be divulged. The survey will be provided to all companies that participate.

The link to the survey is here: https://bit.ly/BAMAWageSurvey or email beth@bama-fl.org to receive a PDF copy.

Due to requests from our members, we have extended the due date to November 17th, 2023.

BAMA'S BEST

Ask An Expert

The BAMA “Ask an Expert” program provides your organization with the opportunity to have a pro bono conversation with an experienced professional for up to an hour.

THE PROCESS

Log In to your BAMA membership account to access the webpage. Email the BAMA Business Partner you wish to set up a meeting with.

PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Ask an Expert consulting sessions are up to 60 minutes.

Sessions are via Zoom call or in person.

Be flexible in your scheduling.

These Calls Can

Address questions or issues you have about the management of your nonprofit

Provide advice to help you better understand the scope of your project

Offer an opportunity to clarify and prioritize specific organizational issues

Refer you to resources and help you assess what you need to do to get the work done

Attention Experts: BAMA is always looking to add new experts to our roster not only to answer the hard questions but to do webinars and workshops, provide content for the BAMA newsletter and provide advice and guidance to our members. Please contact us if you are interested in joining the program. admin@bama-fl.org, subject, “BAMA’s Best”.

ASK AN EXPERT

BAMA LOGO WEAR ONLINE STORE

Looking for the perfect golf shirt for the upcoming golf fundraiser? Shopping for your favorite BAMA gear has never been easier. Our user-friendly online store allows you to browse, select, and purchase your desired items with just a few clicks. Plus, the secure checkout process ensures a hassle-free experience from start to finish. We also offer co-branding options with your company logo!

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MEMBERS

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Manufacturers:

T ransportation Control Systems

Automated Industrial Machinery

BAMA Member of the Month!

1. How long have you been a BAMA member? Since March of 2023.

2. What do you like most about being a BAMA member? It’s great to be a part of a community, to meet people with similar passions, and to help one another grow by exchanging ideas and sharing knowledge.

3. Tell us about your company? Our founding was a collaborative effort between my parents and grandparents. When my mom opened up her store, Villa Rosa Distinctive Linens, in 1984, there was no detergent on the market that could both clean and ensure a long lifespan for the fine linens she was selling. My grandfather was a chemist and, at her request, formulated a remedy. The following year, Linen Wash was launched in her store, and Le Blanc was born.

Now, 38 years later, we manufacture and sell 10 laundry care product lines nationwide, still adhering to our value proposition of long-term care for your linens, towels, and clothes. And despite a year-to-year growth of 10% and $2 million in revenue, we’re still making our products in small batches in my grandfather’s mixing tanks from the ‘60s.

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RECENT EVENTS

Thank you Pasco County Board of County Commissioners for declaring October 2023 as Manufacturing Month and for supporting the local manufacturing industry.

Thank you to the City of Clearwater for Proclaiming October 2023 as Manufacturing Month and for presenting the proclamation to Monin.

Florida's Largest Lunch and Learn for 3D Scanning/3D Printing was a super cool event held at AmSkills, Inc. hosted by Ultimate 3D Printing Store!

Attendees got an introduction to 3D Scanning / 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing as well as a deep dive into Reverse Engineering, Scan to Print, Material Capabilities.

BAMA had the privilege of joining the Manufacturing, Engineering, ConstruCtion and Architecture Expo (MECCA) at St. Petersburg College! With nearly 1000 participants in attendance, the energy was high as we came together to inspire students, alumni, Pinellas County students, and community members.

Congratulations to AmSkills, Inc. on their Grand Opening & 10th Annual Manufacturing Banquet. We enjoyed seeing our community and manufacturing partners.

We were thrilled to have a great group join us as we toured Baymar Solutions LLC!

During the General Meeting, attendees gained valuable insights into the latest industry trends, challenges, and opportunities from Baymar Solutions' President, Andrew McCutchen.

UPCOMING EVENTS

JOB POSTINGS

If you are looking for a rewarding career in the manufacturing industry with ongoing opportunity for career growth and a competitive salary follow our job board.

As a BAMA member, you are able to post job openings by logging into your online BAMA account, navigating to the job posting page and clicking "Add Post".

You can also email the job description along with complete contact info to admin@bama-fl.org. Please include any preferred certifications for the job and instructions on how applicants can apply.

If not a member of BAMA, please consider joining - here is a link to our application.