Manufacture Alabama

Save the date for Catalyst 2025! We cannot wait to bring this event to Huntsville, AL on April 16th & 17th. You won’t want to miss this empowering event with the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow industry professionals! Registration begins Feb. 3.

The 2025 Legislative Reception and Dinner is just around the corner! Join Manufacture Alabama to engage with government officials and industry leaders. We encourage you to secure your spot at this event by registering today. The deadline for registrations is January 24. Register at https://lnkd.in/ev6K9CzB

Last week, we gathered with HR, safety and environmental professionals at Ross Bridge Resort for two days of insightful breakout sessions and valuable networking with industry peers. A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers, sponsors and attendees who made the 2024 HR, Safety and Environmental Conference a success! This event wouldn’t have been possible without your support. Please complete this quick survey and let us know your thoughts on the 2024 HR, Safety and Environmental Conference. https://lnkd.in/ea-sztzR

Yesterday, the Manufacture Alabama Communications Committee visited GE Appliances in Decatur, Alabama for the Q4 meeting. The GE Appliances communications team shared an overview of their communication strategies and Tiffany Noel with Kids to Love spoke on the organization and the KTECH program. Thank you to the team at GE Appliances for hosting the meeting and providing attendees with a tour of the facility.

Join Manufacture Alabama, Business Council of Alabama, NFIB, and the Women's Foundation of Alabama for an exclusive webinar on the new Childcare Tax Credit, taking effect on January 1, 2025. This informative session will focus on the business and employer tax credit portion of the legislation, detailing what you need to know and answering any questions you may have. This is your opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about the upcoming Childcare Tax Credit law and understand how your business can benefit from it. Ensure you’re prepared and informed as we approach the implementation date. For more information and to register, https://lnkd.in/eipmnkUq

This morning, Manufacture Alabama was joined by Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth and business leaders and officials from across the state to announce the formation of the new Alabama Aerospace and Defense Council, a group that will advocate for policies that encourage the growth of Alabama’s already significant aerospace and defense industries. The aerospace industry alone contributes $17.4 billion to Alabama’s economy, supporting 63,258 jobs. Military personnel and defense contracts generate $50.3 billion and nearly 265,000 jobs across the state. The Council is committed to ensuring our state remains a leader in aerospace and defense, working to expand the industry’s footprint and drive future growth.

Happy Election Day! Voting Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., so be sure to get out there and vote. Manufacture Alabama proudly stands with Caroleene Dobson as she runs for Congressional District 2. Born and raised in Beatrice, Alabama, Dobson is a distinguished attorney, wife, mother, and District Two resident. We seek to endorse pro-business candidates who will advocate on behalf of manufacturers in Alabama and Dobson embodies these qualities.

Manufacture Alabama’s Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, Robin Ricks, has been instrumental in the success of GLAM Camp. We are proud to support her ongoing efforts to expand GLAM Girls Learning About Manufacturing across Alabama.

Have you registered for the 2024 HR, Safety and Environmental conference yet? Registration ends TODAY! Don’t miss out on topics such as drug and alcohol testing policies, aging workforce challenges, EPA and OSHA updates, sustainability initiatives, and behavior-based safety programs, while also networking with industry peers. Secure your spot now at https://lnkd.in/eV8XqBn3

As we conclude highlighting our members in honor of Manufacturing Day 2024, we would like to recognize Austal USA!