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If you're a manufacturer in Florida or attending the FABTECH show, this is the event you want to be at! Join us as we celebrate the achievements of Florida’s top apprentices and honor the future of manufacturing. Hear from industry leaders, network with professionals, and support the next generation of talent. ? ???Tuesday, October 15 ???8:30 AM - 10:30 AM ???Orange County Convention Center - FABTECH EXPO RM S/320 A-D Check out the amazing lineup of speakers and presenters in the graphic below! ???Register now?(Link in the comments) #FABTECH2024 #ApprenticeOfTheYear #FloridaManufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment #EmergingLeaders ?

?? Big news for Florida's economy and manufacturing sector! STARCOM, the United States Space Force training hub, is moving to #PatrickSpaceForce base, bringing 450+ jobs in total! This isn't just about military growth, it's a boost for our state's #aerospace and #defense manufacturing industries. Key Takeaways: ? 350+ personnel by 2026 ? Eventually growing to 450+ positions ? Mix of military, civilian, and contractor roles ? Potential for 1k+ new residents in #BrevardCounty This move cements the #SunshineState ?? as space leader and opens doors for manufacturers to support STARCOM's mission. Read the article in Florida Today for more ?? https://lnkd.in/ejhyf4wb

Hey LinkedIn Fam! It's your favorite Sunshine-soaked state, Florida! ?? ??? Yeah, you probably know me for my beaches and thrilling theme parks, but hold onto your flip flops -- I've had a side hustle that's, well, it's a big deal and I can't keep it a secret ?? any longer! ?? That's right, I'm not just a fun-in-the-sun kind of state -- I'm a #Manufacturing Powerhouse! ?? With a whopping $73 billion in manufacturing GDP, I'm cranking out everything from #aerospace wonders to medical marvels. Who knew I had it in me? I'm such a big deal that #October is officially Florida Manufacturing Month with #October4 being #ManufacturingDay! ?? ??? I've been hanging out with the awesome crew at FloridaMakes, who are all about connecting #education to #manufacturing which is at the heart ?? of Manufacturing Day. (The #GenZ and #GenAlphas can't get enough of me! They LOVE STEM education!) Visit FLATE.ORG to find some fantastic resources to help you rock the manufacturing scene alongside me! The next time you think about me, remember: I'm not just about the palm trees and beach vibes; I'm about #innovation and #industry, too! ?? ??? ?? Let's connect and #make a great future! And hey, don't keep me a secret - introduce me to your friends here on LinkedIn! ?? #FloridaManufacturing #MadeinFlorida #ManufacturingMonth #ManufacturingDay #SeeYourselfinManufacturing Kevin Carr Rovena Pando Maria Alfano Zoraida Velasco Michael Aller Ruth Buchanan Amanda Starling Frances N. Ernie Friend Marcelo DosSantos Mark Madore

?? ?? Are you a Florida manufacturer looking to get involved with the response to #HurricaneHelene? FloridaMakes’ partner the Florida APEX Accelerator has resources to help you get started. ?? ?? Keep an eye on #ConnexFlorida for opportunities to support sourcing needs associated with #storm response, recovery and rebuilding efforts. Visit: www.flapex.org and www.supplychainflorida.com Reach out to Michael Aller for info!

?? Attention Manufacturers ?? Coming to you with more #HurricaneHelene resources: ?? Internal Revenue Service Small Business Assistance for Individuals and Businesses: https://lnkd.in/eKD53ah ?? #UnitedStatesChamberFoundation https://lnkd.in/e_4Cif5g Like, follow and share to expand the message! We will continue to share #resources! #StayStrongFlorida #ManufacturingCommunity Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) Manufacturers Association of Central Florida SAMA - Sarasota-Manatee Area Manufacturers Association Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association South Florida Manufacturers Association First Coast Manufacturers Association Treasure Coast Manufacturers Association

Attn: Florida Manufactures! FloridaCommerce has opened up applications for the #SmallBusinessEmergencyBridgeLoan ? see below for more ?? Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) SAMA - Sarasota-Manatee Area Manufacturers Association Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association South Florida Manufacturers Association Treasure Coast Manufacturers Association Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) First Coast Manufacturers Association

?? Sharing more #HurricaneHelene Resources. This one is from FEMA and has info for #Florida, #Georgia, #Alabama, #NorthCarolina. ?? Many of our friends in the #manufacturing community have offices and staff located throughout the southeast. Manufacturers #MakeitThroughTogether ?? ?? Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) SAMA - Sarasota-Manatee Area Manufacturers Association Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association South Florida Manufacturers Association Treasure Coast Manufacturers Association Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) First Coast Manufacturers Association Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) at Georgia Tech South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership Alabama Technology Network

Linkedin Friends We're closely monitoring #HurricaneHelene impacts and sharing relevant resources here to support your companies and local areas. Many Florida #manufacturers foster close-knit teams, and we understand the stress a devasting storm may cause. A colleague at FEMA provided these crises hotline numbers, offering free counseling and mental health support for those who many need it. Please share!

? ? Please see FloridaCommerce 's notice that the Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact from #HurricaneHelene is now open. See info below ??

?? ICYMI: Press Release from FloridaCommerce chock full of information re: the State's #HurricaneHelene efforts: https://lnkd.in/egDmaiCn