Letter from TSMA president | | | |
Greetings to TSMA members, associates, and friends!
I hope you're enjoying a fantastic Minnesota summer!
I'm thrilled to share some exciting news—our 32nd Annual TSMA Golf Social is officially SOLD OUT! A big thank you to all our sponsors, the planning committee, and everyone who registered. We’re looking forward to a great day on the course at Geneva Golf Club in Alexandria on July 16!
Our Manufacturing Career Dream Team has been busy over the past several months. Be sure to read the update...Read more.
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Amy Johnson
520 W Fir Ave • Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-8731
Ottertailcounty.gov
County government
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Gabrielle Feldman
4330 Centerville Rd • White Bear Lake, MN
(763) 788-7713
Mavo.com
Industrial cleaning, asbestos, lead & mold abatement, concrete sawing, epoxy flooring, interior demolition, HVAC cleaning & decontamination, dry ice blasting, specialty cleaning
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July 16 • 11:00 am • Alexandria
SOLD OUT!
We're excited to see you all at the 32nd annual TSMA Golf Social!
Proceeds benefit TSMA's support of manufacturing-related youth programs in the region.
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Navigating sales leadership transition
Wednesday, August 27 • 11:00 am
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Manufacturers today face transitioning into business development as key personnel retire or move on. This presentation is designed to help manufacturers smoothly navigate this transition by understanding current client relationships, CRM usage, and marketing activities to eliminate disruptions and identify growth opportunities.
Register.
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Employer Health Plans
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
11:00 am • Online
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If you have two or more employees, we invite you to invest 30 minutes to learn about Employer Health Plans in collaboration with Hahn Financial Group, Inc. No cost to attend. In fact, by attending you will learn how to save on your health plan! Note: You CAN switch health plans mid-year; no need to wait for your renewal date.
Register.
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September 2025
Masterclass webinar series
Wednesdays • 11:00 am
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9/10/25: Understanding cybersecurity risks: Why protection is essential
Presenter: Allen Hillstrom, West Central Technology Register.
9/17/25: Manufacturing growth: The power of a marketing audit and integrated strategy
Presenter: Justin Kerley, Top Floor
Register.
9/24/25: The influence of you - Understanding the power behind communication that connects
Presenter: Paula Graner, GHR Consulting
Register.
| | | | October: Minnesota Manufacturing Month | |
In-person and virtual tours
To celebrate Manufacturing Month, facilities throughout Minnesota will open their doors for tours in October. This is an opportunity for schools, families, and the general public to discover the innovative and high-tech world of modern manufacturing.
Learn more.
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October 2025
Masterclass webinar series
Wednesdays • 11:00 am
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10/8/25: SBA lending programs for 2025
Presenter: Jeremy Johnson, Frandsen Bank & Trust. Register.
10/15/25: From clicks to customers - Advanced lead generation campaigns for manufacturers
Presenter: Andrea Yank, Top Floor
Register.
10/29/25: The power of employee engagement - Fueling organizational growth
Presenter: Dave Molenda, Positive Polarity Register.
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The 32nd Annual TSMA Golf Social on July 16 at Geneva Golf Club is SOLD OUT! Last year the event also sold out with a record 144 golfers raising over $13,000!
Shout out to our corporate sponsors: Blackhawk Industrial, Brenton, Douglas Machine, Falcon National Bank, ichor systems, Innovative Builders, ITW Heartland, Pro-fab, Qualichem, and Stonebridge Wealth Management, LLC.
| In April classrooms ramp up the academic pace and are very involved in state testing, but that didn't slow down our awesome crew! Our TSMA Manufacturing Career Dream Team continued making student connections, spotlighting the wide variety of career opportunities available in manufacturing and encouraging interest in the manufacturing world.... Read more. | Prorated 2025 sponsorship packages | |
As the central office serving TSMA, our job is to help your business succeed. The 2025 sponsorship packages are prorated for the remainder of the year. Total reach of 414,500+ with our platinum package. Learn more!
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Where do you work? CFO at DyCast Specialties Corporation, Starbuck
Education/training: Bachelors of Arts Accounting and CPA
Hometown: Hoffman, MN
Family: two daughters Izzy and Emily, one son Alex
Favorite movie: Anything true crime
Favorite food: Steak
Hobbies: Photography, super fan of my kids many sports, golf
Comment on your involvement in TSMA: New to the industry and the organization
What would TSMA members be surprised to learn about you? I started golfing this year, I am NOT good, but I love it!
| TSMA meeting at Brunswick | TSMA members and guests enjoyed an exciting meeting at Brunswick New York Mills on March 11. Matt Geiser, Director of Operations, Brunswick New York Mills, shared the company's past, present, and future manufacturing Lund and Crestliner boats from their operation in New York Mills, MN. Shout out to the meeting sponsor: Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C and Electrical. | White list our email addresses | |
Responding to your needs, we have carefully selected three partners —
vetted by our board and endorsed by fellow members— to provide
a cost savings to your operation, including...
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Interested in adding dental and vision to your employee benefits? Dental health has a profound impact on overall health. Vision care is important to prevent visual impairment. We offer a range of plan designs. Learn more.
Contact us to learn more: 800-654-5773 or Lynda@MidwestManufacturers.com.
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