Letter from AMFA president and vice president |
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AMFA board downsized for greater engagement |
Greetings AMFA members!
We hope you are experiencing great success as the hope of spring is just around the corner. We believe AMFA has renewed hope for success with some recent changes.
As you may have heard the AMFA board of directors has reduced the number of acting directors from 11 to seven in an effort to drive improved focus and greater board director engagement. As a part of this process each returning director has reaffirmed their commitment to the organization and its mission. As a nonprofit organization with minimal staff, it is critical to the organization’s success to have an engaged board that is knowledgeable and available to help deliver value to its members. Read more.
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Mission: The Arrowhead Manufacturers and Fabricators Association (AMFA) is a member driven organization helping to strengthen and grow the manufacturing industry in Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin.
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AMFA Luncheon Meeting
Tuesday, March 8
11:00 am • Tower, MN
Topic: Workforce Grants and Partnerships - Who and How to Connect
Speaker: Shayla Drake, MN DEED
Tour: Lamppa Manufacturing
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Marketing for Manufacturing
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
11:00 am • Online
A brand must deliver robust and compelling product information online that builds buyers confidence. Learn how to enrich product information and set rules for data governance and change management. Presenters are Matthew Garms, Aleysian, and Julie Oehme, Inriver.
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2023 Beverage Tasting
Thursday, April 13, 2023
5:00 pm • Duluth
Join us for the 10th annual event and enjoy craft beers, wine and mineral water tasting, soda and pizza.
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Workforce Development
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
11:00 am • Online
Want to engage with high school students, but not sure where to start? Do you have a plan for the student that can be utilized at multi-levels of the organization (i.e.: interns, new hires, current staff)? This employer guide will prepare you for engaging the future workforce and offering a successful internship.
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View AMFA webinar and meeting recordings
All the recorded virtual meetings and webinars are available at:
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$1 billion tax increase and 24-week paid leave mandate moving quickly
The Minnesota Legislature is quickly moving a pair of workplace mandates through the process. If passed, businesses of all sizes would see a $1 billion tax increase and be required to offer 24 weeks of paid leave to employees.
The time is NOW to reach out to your legislators and share how these mandates and costs would hurt your business and your employees ... MORE
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Minnesota North College Career Fairs
Interested in connecting with students from Minnesota North Colleges? Join us at one or more of the upcoming Career Fairs! Send in your registration today to reserve a spot. All events are tentatively scheduled from 11am-1pm. We will confirm the time as soon as possible. More information will be emailed to you as we get closer to the event.
If you have any questions, please email Ali Bilden Camps at acamps@northspan.org. Thank you!
Plan to attend one of the following career fairs:
3/22 Hibbing Campus
3/23 Itasca Campus (Grand Rapids)
3/29 Vermillion Campus (Ely)
3/30 Rainy River Campus (Int’l Falls)
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202 North Broadway, Gilbert, MN 55741
(218) 410-9201
CNC precision contract machine shop
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Web marketing minute
There's a reason why Pay Per Click (PPC) is a popular marketing tool. When done correctly this method offers great benefits to manufacturers, including fine-tuned audience targeting, increased company visibility, lead generation and conversion, decent ROI, and higher revenue. Adding PPC to your marketing strategy is quick and easy, though not quick and easy to perfect. PPC can drive traffic quite quickly to your website, especially for manufacturers who have a reasonable budget to invest. Getting started is a simple process, especially if your manufacturing business already has a Google account. You will need to create a robust set of ads with clear messages and relevant wording and split-test your ads. Your ads should also be linked to relevant, well-designed pages that leads want to explore. Contact Becky, Communications Director, with questions.
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Member of the year nominations by March 16 |
Each year, AMFA recognizes members that have distinguished themselves by making outstanding contributions to manufacturing in the Arrowhead or Iron Range. The Member-of-the-Year awards celebrate AMFA’s primary purpose of contributing to the growth and success of manufacturers.
Help us identify members that went above and beyond in 2022! Submit your nominations for MANUFACTURER of the Year and COLLABORATOR of the Year.
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Where do you work? I'm a Risk Management Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency, Duluth MN. We provide safety, insurance, health benefits, & HR services to mid to large manufacturing companies.
Education/training? B.B.A - UMD
What was your first job? I owned my own lawn care business with my brother!
Hometown? Eagan, MN
Family? I am engaged to my beautiful Fiancé, Nikki. No kids yet!
Pets? 1 dog – Millie
Favorite book or author? I love anything on history!
Favorite movie? Miracle
Favorite food? Pizza
Do you have any hobbies, play any sports, etc.? Hunting, fishing, hockey, coaching hockey, camping, hiking.
Comment on your involvement in AMFA: I have been a board member now for about three months, but our organization has been a part of MMA for many years. I am excited to give back to the manufacturing industry in Northeast MN!
What would AMFA members be surprised to learn about you? I have been to 14 different countries!
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AMFA 2022 Snapshot
The 2022 annual report is available here.
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Sponsorship packages
As the central office serving AMFA, our job is to help your business succeed. 2023 sponsorship packages are still available. You can reach your prospects, customers and fellow members. Learn more!
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White list MMA staff
Please white list or add our emails to your contact list:
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Upcoming grant application deadline: September 30, 2023
You must be a 501(C)3, school, or other public entity to qualify, with a focus on one of three priority areas. More information and applications here.
Donate
Donations are welcome and encouraged! Donations are eligible as a 501(c)3 charitable contribution. You may send your contribution to PO Box 742, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 with AMFA ET in the memo line or email Rachel@MidwestManufacturers.com.
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AMFA information and member directories |
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Lower your operating costs |
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