Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Council

We are thrilled to feature Kevin Olds, Regional Vice President at Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, as a panelist at the Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit on April 30 at the Hagerty Center at Northwestern Michigan College! With over 20 years of experience in economic development, talent management, and workforce solutions, Kevin is a recognized leader in helping businesses build sustainable growth through strategic workforce development. His expertise in talent acquisition, training, and developing high-performing teams is essential for any organization looking to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. During the Workforce Development & Talent Acquisition panel, Kevin will be sharing valuable insights on LEAN and Grants, providing actionable advice on how businesses can leverage these resources to enhance their workforce and improve operational efficiency. Join us at the summit to hear from Kevin and other industry leaders as they discuss strategies for navigating the workforce landscape and building a talent pipeline that drives long-term success! Register today: https://lnkd.in/gB-pMCm8

We’re thrilled to announce that Stan Gwizdak, CEO of The Kormac Group, will be joining us as a panelist for the Advanced Technologies & Digital Transformation session at the Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit on April 30 at the Hagerty Center at Northwestern Michigan College! With over 30 years of experience driving business transformations at industry leaders like General Electric, Honeywell, and Goodyear Tire and Rubber, Stan is a recognized expert in shaping the future of business. As a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, his Karmic Selling approach emphasizes serving others with a clean heart, fostering authentic relationships, and creating sustainable success. If you're interested in how advanced technologies and digital transformation can elevate your business, you won’t want to miss Stan’s insights. Whether you're a sales executive, entrepreneur, or business leader, his approach will inspire you to lead with integrity and purpose, paving the way for a prosperous future. Join us at the summit for an inspiring discussion with Stan and other top industry experts! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gB-pMCm8

Don't miss out! The Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit is coming up on April 30, 2025 at the Hagerty Center at Northwestern Michigan College and we have an awesome lineup! Sign up now to secure your spot for this exciting event filled with industry insights, networking, and opportunities to learn from leading experts: https://lnkd.in/gB-pMCm8 There are still a few spots open for vendor tables. It's a great chance to showcase your business to a wide audience. Tables are just $350 and only available for Traverse Connect investors.

Traverse City Area Public Schools will cut the ribbons on two Innovation and Manufacturing Centers (IMCs) at West and Central High Schools next week. The openings of the IMCs will mark a new era in STEM and Manufacturing career preparedness for the county's high school students. "Each new facility has about 7,000 square feet of designated space for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) instruction and activities. The buildings include classroom and lab space and are also designed for manufacturing instruction, computer science and more. In addition, they will also house each school's robotics team."

The Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit is a little over a month away and we look forward to welcoming keynote speaker: Pavan Muzumdar, CFA! He is the Chief Operating Officer of Automation Alley, Michigan's Digital Transformation Insight Center. We are lucky to have him at the second Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit. Thank you to our sponsors including: Rehmann, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Networks Northwest, and Mercantile Bank. From emerging technologies and AI-driven advancements to workforce development strategies and supply chain resilience, the summit will tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities in manufacturing today. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gB-pMCm8

Don't miss the Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit on April 30! This will be held at the Hagerty Center at Northwestern Michigan College. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gB-pMCm8

Great work, Kevin Olds and the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the annual GTAMC Charity Golf Outing next Friday at A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort! Do you still want to play and haven't signed up? Register here for an individual or foursome: https://lnkd.in/gmwp2VBs If you have a raffle item that you would like to provide as a prize, please email Abby Seitter at abby.seitter@traverseconnect.com. Thank you to all of our sponsors for making this event happen.

Have you registered your foursome for the GTAMC Charity Golf Outing? This will be held at A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort on September 27! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gmwp2VBs Don't want to golf? We have opportunities for sponsorships and giveaways! Enjoy the long weekend!

The GTAMC Charity Golf Outing is on September 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort! This event promises to be a fantastic day of golf, networking, and fun, and we’re looking for generous sponsors to help make it a memorable success. Why Sponsor? Sponsoring this golf outing offers you a unique opportunity to: -Showcase Your Brand: Gain exposure to a diverse audience of golfers, local businesses, and community leaders. -Network and Connect: Engage with potential clients and partners in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. -Support a Great Cause: A portion of the proceeds will go to the Engineering Academy (formerly Manufacturing Technology Academy (MTA) Find out more about sponsorship levels and being part of this great event here: https://lnkd.in/gx-VsUfN