Greetings to TSMA members, associates, and friends!

The TSMA board of directors held our annual retreat on January 3rd and set our plans for 2024. Discussion and strategies on the direction and future of TSMA were the agenda for the day. We are committed to bringing value to our members through meaningful events, projects, and programs.

The board decided to ... Read more.

Marketing for Manufacturers: Session 28: The best story wins

January 31 • Online • 11:00 am

The best story wins the sale. Does your story set you apart? Learn how to define the value your company provides your best customers, create a compelling sales narrative, and walk away ready to differentiate yourself from the competitors and drive growth.

Register.

Employer Health Plans

February 16 • Online • 9:00 am

If you have five or more employees and are interested in saving money on your health plan, we invite you to invest 30 minutes to learn about Employer Health Plans. No cost to attend. Note: You CAN switch health plans mid-year; no need to wait for your renewal date.

Register.

New member orientation

February 20 • Online • 2:00 pm

Join us to learn more about:

• the relationship between AMFA, CMMA, RRMEA, TSMA, and MMA
• the staff
• the Member Information Center
• the four central pillars
• promotional options
• and more

Register.

TSMA Ice Golf Social

March 14 • Glenwood • 2:00 pm

Come and enjoy an afternoon of Ice Golf on Lake Reno with dinner to follow! 

Proceeds benefit TSMA's support of manufacturing-related programs in the region. Invite suppliers, vendors, and colleagues... this event is open to everyone. Bring a team of 4, or sign up individually and you'll be assigned to a team. 



Register or sponsor.

Webinar and meeting recordings

TSMA Board Retreat Recap

The TSMA Board of Directors participated in a valuable retreat on Wednesday, January 3rd at Backroads Steakhouse in Evansville, MN.

Discussion and strategies on the direction and future of TSMA were the agenda for the day. The board decided to adjust the number of membership meetings and hold the following events in 2024:

• January 3 – BOD retreat and networking social
• March 14 – Ice golf fundraiser
• April – membership meeting/tour
• May – Trap shooting fundraiser
• July – Golf social
• September – networking social
• October – Tour of Manufacturing and CTE Jamboree
• November – membership meeting/tour
• December – Holiday social fundraiser

Board members also reviewed the role of the board, membership numbers, financials, and 2024 goals.

TSMA Board of director members in attendance included President Phil Johnson, PAYDAC PLASTICS, Vice President Tim Kindel, Blackhawk Industrial, Treasurer Alexandra Thorstad, Cosmos Enterprises, and directors Kirk Kolden, Massman Companies, Tony Lien, ITW Heartland, Greg Terhaar, Louis Industries, and Deb Waldvogel, Doherty Employment Experts.

TSMA Manufacturing Career Dream Team announcement

Therese Serum has been hired as the new Dream Team Education Coordinator. Theresa has 40 years ... Read more.

Ice Golf Social on March 14

The second annual TSMA Ice Golf social will be held on Thursday, March 14 at Lake Reno Bar & Grill near Glenwood. Last year around 40 golfers participated in the 9-hole contest. This year our goal is to have over 60 golfers! Proceeds benefit TSMA's support of manufacturing-related programs in the region.

Invite suppliers, vendors, and colleagues... this event is open to everyone. Bring a team of 4, or sign up individually and you'll be assigned to a team. Register or sponsor now.

2024 MMA Membership Directory

A new and improved MMA membership directory will be coming out in late March. The entire directory will be in full color.

We need your data updates by February 19, 2024. To update your information log into the Member Information Center at https://members.midwestmanufacturers.com/login.

Add a logo to your listing with an enhanced listing.

The deadline to purchase ads is February 2, 2024.

2024 Sponsorship packages

As the central office serving TSMA, our job is to help your business succeed. 2024 sponsorship packages are now available. You can reach your prospects, customers and fellow members. Save 10% until February 1, 2024. Learn more!

Board bio - Greg Terhaar

Greg joined the TSMA board of Directors in November 2023. Greg is a 1994 graduate of St John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in History. He worked for 23 years at Coldspring (the granite company) as a sales representative, then director of sales. He has been the Director of Sales and Marketing with Louis Industries in Paynesville for 2 ½ years.

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Welcome new members

Greg Terhaar

222 Industrial Loop St. W. • Paynesville, MN

(320) 243-3696

http://www.louisind.com

Steel fabrication: laser, punch, form, weld, light assembly

Nadene Kruize

119 Graystone Plaza #200 • Detroit Lakes, MN

(218) 844-4510

http://mbfc.org

Minnesota SBA 504 lender

Travis Shaw

418 3rd Ave E #106 • Alexandria, MN 56308

(320) 391-7747

http://www.premieritconsultants.com

Solutions/support for businesses and individuals; network, WiFi, servers, workstations, security cameras, door access, and more

Runestone Alternative School

Brandon Richards

700 Northside Dr. NE • Alexandria, MN 56308

(320) 762-0627

https://www.alexschools.org/Runestone

A place for qualifying students to complete their high school education

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Alexandria Public Schools

Herman-Norcross School

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Interested in adding dental and vision to your employee benefits? Dental health has a profound impact on overall health. Vision care is important to prevent visual impairment. We offer a range of plan designs. Learn more.

Contact us to learn more: 800-654-5773 or Rachel@MidwestManufacturers.com.