CT Manufacturers Resource Group

Critical updates for Connecticut Manufacturers

Events and Webinars for Manufacturers

Manufacturing Day 2020 was October 2nd – the theme was “Build the modern manufacturing workforce of tomorrow”.

“As manufacturers seek to fill 4.6 million high-skill, high-tech and high-paying jobs over the next decade, MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations.”

CTmrg decided to start our 6-part Manufacturers Workforce Summit Series during Manufacturing Month 2020. This series is not only FOR manufacturers but it’s also BY manufacturers. It will cover a broad range of workforce issues.

The next webinar will be held Wednesday, June 16, 2021 (10:00am-11:30am) – Make Your Workforce Board Work for You – Representatives from Workforce Alliance, Capital Workforce Partners, Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board, Light Metals Coloring  & 2 More Manufacturers TBA. Workforce Alliance of South Central CT will be presenting a case study with one of their manufacturing clients. They will discuss how they successfully implemented the Apprenticeship Program in their facility. Similar to all webinars in the series, this will be a tactical approach to implementing the Apprenticeship Program into your manufacturing facility.

There are many other topics that concern manufacturers that won’t be covered in the summit. However, there are several companies and organizations that are stepping up during this new normal to provide useful content.

We would like to highlight some of those webinars . . .

Associations

ACM (Aerospace Components Manufacturers) offers seminars and workshops, and conducts shop level Kaizen’s at member companies utilizing the expertise of fellow members, local and world-class consultants.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

The updated list of ACM webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

AAM (Alliance for American Manufacturing) Achieves its mission through research, public education, advocacy, strategic communications, and coalition building around the issues that matter most to America’s manufacturers and workers.

CBIA (Connecticut Business and Industry Association) is the voice of business in Connecticut, with thousands of member companies championing change at the State Capitol, shaping debate about economic competitiveness, and fighting for a better future for all.

  • Online event coming up on Tuesday, June 15, 8:00am – 12:15pm
  • Connecticut Tax Conference
  • Cost: $50 – $125
  • How did the 2021 General Assembly session impact your company’s tax obligations? Get information on the latest Connecticut tax developments.

CCAT (Connecticut Center for Advance Technology) has been providing free webinars, on the first Thursday of each month, for manufacturers since early April 2020 when they offered a presentation on federal resources regarding the COVID-19 stimulus package.

  • Online event coming up on Thursday, July 1, 12:00 – 1:00pm
  • Fulfilling Your Workforce Needs in a Challenging Post-Pandemic Job Market
  • Cost: Free
  • Join us for this informative session featuring Kelly McDaniel President of DeLisaGroup!  This presentation will give small business owners, leaders, and hiring managers the insight they need to read into and react to current trends in this unusual job market.

The complete list of CCAT webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

CTMA (Connecticut Tooling and Machining Association) is one of the founding chapters of the NTMA, which was formed as the National Tool & Die Manufacturer’s Association in 1943. Workforce development and government relations continue to be key objectives of the association today.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

ManufactureCT (formerly New Haven Manufacturers Association) is a catalyst and collaborator for an effective and thriving manufacturing economy in the state of Connecticut.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

SMA (Smaller Manufacturers Association) is committed to help CT manufacturers thrive and grow through communication, education, collaboration and advocacy. Their programs offer insight to areas such as marketing, government, lean manufacturing and leadership.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

WIM – Connecticut Chapter (Women in Manufacturing) is a catalyst and collaborator for an effective and thriving manufacturing economy in the state of Connecticut.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

Workforce Alliance Develops and oversees comprehensive, community-wide responses to the challenges of building a highly skilled workforce in South Central Connecticut.

  • Pre-Apprentice Training Program – May 17 – June 18, 3:00 – 9:00pm at Middlesex Community College & Vinal Technical High School in Middletown, CT
  • Skill Up for Manufacturing
  • Registration is open for the next series of Skill Up for Manufacturing, a free five-week pre-apprentice training program created to expand Connecticut’s manufacturing workforce pipeline and rapidly connect residents 18 years or older who are underemployed or unemployed with manufacturing employers. Apply by April 27th.
  • Skill Up includes:
  • Additional dates and locations available.

Manufacturing Companies

Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corp. If you are looking to optimize plant operation or expand your controls and fuel handling systems knowledge, Preferred’s year-round Combustion and Fuel Handling webinars are specifically designed to meet your needs.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.
  • The full list of Preferred Utilities webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

We will continue to add events, webinars and updates as they become available. If you have an event or webinar you’d like us to include, please contact us and we’ll gladly review your request.

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