Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF)

???Secure your business, protect your contracts: Last chance to join our cybersecurity experts!???? There's still time to register for tomorrow's no-cost webinar featuring our expert panel from Cyber Florida at USF: The Florida Center for Cybersecurity! J oin us this Friday, March 14th at 10 AM Eastern to learn directly from cybersecurity specialists who can help strengthen your business: ???? Andrew Seely, Consultant at Cyber Florida ???? Bryan Langley, Senior Executive Advisor at Cyber Florida ???? Emilio F. Salabarria MS. CIM, Sr. Program Manager Cybersecurity at Cyber Florida This No-Cost session will guide you through establishing fundamental cybersecurity best practices and evolving your company toward a robust framework aligned with the United States Department of Defense Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Perfect for Florida manufacturers seeking practical, actionable cybersecurity guidance without the technical complexity! See the attached flyer for complete details and REGISTER NOW at the link in comments ?? ?? #FloridaManufacturing #Cybersecurity #CMMC #FloridaMakes Ruth Buchanan Michael Aller Connor Hlywa Patricia Velez Jolee Martin

From?February 4-5, MACF proudly joined the?Florida Manufacturing & Supply Chain Advocacy Council for?Florida Manufacturing Days 2025 - uniting with nearly 50 industry leaders to advocate for policies that strengthen Florida’s manufacturing ecosystem.This annual event provides a powerful platform for manufacturers to engage directly with legislators and drive meaningful policy change. MACF’s delegation met one-on-one with?20 legislators?from our region to discuss key advocacy priorities for this year, ensuring the voices of Central Florida manufacturers were heard. Key Advocacy Priorities for 2025: ?? “An Act Relating to Manufacturing” (SB 600 & 602; HB 561 & 563)?– Establishing a?Chief Manufacturing Officer, launching the?Made in Florida?program, and expanding support for manufacturers. ?? Strategic Investments?– Expanding the?Qualified Target Industry (QTI) Tax Refund Program?to increase state revenues and stimulate?high-wage job growth. By working together, we are ensuring that Florida remains a competitive hub for manufacturing innovation and economic growth. ???Learn more about our advocacy efforts:?https://lnkd.in/eR2FHf7C FloridaMakes, Knight's Armament Company, JST Power Equipment, Niagara Bottling, CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), Boss Laser, ALTR Tool LLC, Nautique Boat Company, Rehmann, JE Technology, David Smith, Jennifer Canady, Jason Brodeur, MPH, MBA, Ben Albritton, Michael Brien

What a GREAT first day on Capitol Hill! This continues to be an AWESOME experience. Our country’s increased commitment to bringing Manufacturing back to the United States is an important component to our future success. We aren’t just building things…WE ARE BUILDING PEOPLE! We appreciate the continued support of all of our congressmen and congresswomen! Let’s Go! Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) FloridaMakes American Small Manufacturers Coalition (ASMC) JE Technology Paul Mene Amanda Starling Rovena Pando Kevin Carr Bayne Beecher, MBA Donnie Casey Zoraida Velasco Michael Aller John F. Krug, CEcD

Are You Attending Design-2-Part Shows Florida? The Design 2 Part trade show kicks off today, March 11, at the Orange County Convention Center, and several MACF manufacturing members will be exhibiting! This is a great opportunity to see their capabilities firsthand, explore the latest innovations in manufacturing and connect with trusted contract manufacturers here in Central Florida. Meet Our Exhibiting Members: ?? Best Global Source – Booth #319 ?? Adams – Booth #317 ?? Hallmark Nameplate Inc. – Booth #131 ?? Rapid Prototyping Services – Booth #321 ?? QueteQ – Booth #423 Design 2 Part is the region’s largest sourcing event for engineers and buyers of custom parts, components, design, prototypes, and assemblies. Will we see you there? ?? March 11 – 12 | ?? Orange County Convention Center #Manufacturing #TradeShow #MadeInCentralFlorida #MadeInFlorida

Did you know that Florida is the nation’s 10th largest state for manufacturing employment? At last week’s “We Make Lake” event held at Lake Technical College, we had the opportunity to connect with regional manufacturers and other community stakeholders to discover more about Lake Tech’s Center for Advanced Manufacturing. Many thanks to Executive Director DeAnna Thomas for allowing us to hold the event on their campus, as well as to FL House Representative Nan Cobb, Barry Cotton from the Office of Senator Rick Scott and Donnie Casey, Executive Director for the Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF), for attending and sharing their valuable insights. The manufacturing industry plays a key role in Lake County’s economy and wages, and these quarterly events help us drive workforce development, business growth, and job creation. We are excited to continue the momentum!

JE Technology hired skilled veterans recruited by Orion Talent—at no cost—thanks to the Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant! Now, these new hires will train through one FloridaMakes’ four registered apprenticeship programs, also fully covered by the grant. "As both a defense manufacturer and a veteran-friendly company, we understand the importance of providing meaningful career pathways for those who have served our country. This initiative not only strengthens our workforce but also honors veterans by equipping them with the skills they need to excel in high-tech manufacturing roles.” Adrian Little, President & Founder of JE Technology Solutions: This means: → Grant covered veteran hiring & training → Apprenticeships in advanced manufacturing, quality control, production, and maintenance → A stronger, skilled workforce for Florida’s manufacturers Want to hire & train skilled veteran talent? Connect with FloridaMakes today: bit.ly/pcogform A big thank you to the Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF)for their support in making this hiring event possible! #VeteranHiring #ManufacturingCareers #FloridaMakes #Apprenticeships #SkilledWorkforce #manufacturingapprenticeships

Thank you, LIFT for bringing together such an impactful group of industry leaders at the Florida Voice of Industry Visioning Forum! Thank you for inviting our manufacturing members to participate and engage in conversations that will continue to shape the future of manufacturing in Florida.

Florida’s manufacturing sector in the #spotlight for the 2025 Legislative Session! Thank you, #FloridaPolitics for featuring FL Senator Keith Truenow ‘s bill! Read on for more! #manufacturing #Florida South Florida Manufacturers Association Matthew Rocco Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) Beth Galic Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) Donnie Casey SAMA - Sarasota-Manatee Area Manufacturers Association Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association Rob Harris

Another awesome #MadeinFlorida product with a key role during today’s #NFL #SuperBowlLIX! Regardless of whether you’re team Red & Gold or Green & White, we can all get behind another great #MadeinUSA #manufacturer - The Highland Mint! #MakeMore #manufacturing FloridaMakes Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Aaron Levy Frances N.

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