Manufacturers have a REAL IMPACT

For every $1.00 spent in manufacturing, there is a total impact of $2.68 to the overall economy. Including indirect and induced impacts, for every $1,00 spent in manufacturing, there is a total impact of $2,68 to the overall US economy. This figure represents one of the largest sectoral multipliers in the economy. In the private…

NCMA General Meeting – August 18, 2022

Focusing on “Strategy and Tools for Transformational Leadership” & “Gus Bilirakis, U.S. Representative, 12th Congressional District” Join Us At: Tracers’ BuildingThursday, August 18, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 Join the Fun & Enjoy:    Please register today as seating is limited: Featured Speakers Marko Katanic, Founder and CEO, Epic Tony…

NCMA General Meeting – July 14, 2022

Putting the Brakes on the Revolving Door: Why Retention Matters Join Us At: Cares Elfers CenterThursday, July 14, 2022, at 8:00 AM4136 Barker Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34652 Learn how to recruit and retain the best employees to help grow your company. Attracting and retaining the right employees in today’s market is critical for…

High-tech manufacturing: A Priority for Asia Pacific Manufacturers

Over the last two years, the turbulence in manufacturing and the supply chain has underscored the need for manufacturers to accelerate the shift in focus from mass production and economies of scale to market and customer responsiveness. “High-tech manufacturers are increasingly directing their technology investments to secure and optimize operations while addressing data privacy and…

Barrette Outdoor Living Acquired for $1.9 Billion

CRH plc, the global leader in building materials solutions, announced an agreement to acquire Barrette Outdoor Living, Inc. (“Barrette”) from TorQuest Partners and Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec (CDPQ) for an enterprise value of $1.9 billion. The leading provider of residential fencing and railing solutions, Barrette Outdoor Living is proud to be an…

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NCMA General Meeting – June 9, 2022

“Useful Workforce and Training Solutions” Join Us At: Tracers BuildingThursday, June 9, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 You will learn about new ways to solve workforce challenges and improve the lives of some of your employees. You will hear about United Way’s “Workforce Stability Initiative,” providing resources, to employees of…

CONGRATS to Ed Fry

– the 2022 FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator of the Year! H. Edward Fry II, Instructor of Engineering & Manufacturing at Nature Coast Technical High School in Brooksville, will receive the Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator-of-the-Year Award from Florida Advanced Technical Education Center (FLATE) later this summer. The FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator of the year…

NCMA General Meeting – May 19, 2022

Focusing on “Workforce Challenges and Solutions” Join Us At: Tracers’ BuildingThursday, May 19, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604   You will learn about a couple of unique and rewarding ways to solve workforce challenges, outsource some workforce tasks and find talent in new ways. You will hear about how the…

NCMA General Meeting: February 17, 2022

Join Us At: Thursday, February 17, 2022, at 8:00 AM17109 Old Ayers Road, Brooksville, FL 34604 Achilles Thomas, mastermind, entrepreneur, and owner of the multi-million dollar, globally recognized Monster Transmission and a dozen other companies, will share his latest expansion plans for Lead Foot City. Thomas built his flagship brand, Monster Transmission, from a wild…

The B2B E-Commerce Opportunity -Are You Ready?

“There’s an enormous opportunity to be seized in manufacturing B2B e-commerce, yet only a tiny percentage of manufacturers are reaping the benefits to date. To stay ahead of the curve, manufacturers must ensure their order and inventory management systems are ready for the challenge. Let’s examine some of the numbers behind the e-commerce boom and how manufacturers…

Nature Coast Workforce – The SKILL GAP

We asked the NCMA survey participants, what skills are applicants lacking that apply for positions with your company? Participants collectively identified “soft skills” as the number one skill level lacking, followed by machine operation skills and problem-solving skills.  92 percent (92%) of all survey participants said that soft skills are lacking in applicants.  The survey…

VIP DAY – BOOTCAMP

Nature Coast Manufacturers’ Association members are INVITED to attend the AmSkills’ VIP Open House during their Bootcamp on February 16, 2022, at 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Call AmSkills at 727.301.1282 to RSVP by February 11, 2022.

NCMA General Meeting – October 2021

Join us for ourGENERAL MEETING 8:30 A.M., Tuesday, October 19, 2021Tracers 15470 Flight Path Dr,Brooksville, FL 34604 Details about speakers and program COMING SOON. Enjoy: Free Continental Breakfast Door Prizes Networking with other manufacturers Learn about other resources to help your business Please register today as seating is limited: For any questions, please email Duane…

NCMA General Meeting – August 17, 2021

Join us for ourGENERAL MEETING Featuring ShipStore Demo and4.0 Advanced Manufacturing 8:30 A.M., Tuesday, August 17, 2021Tracers 15470 Flight Path Dr,Brooksville, FL 34604 Don’t miss Chris Napier, a cost reduction, revenue recovery and business automation expert with an extensive background in logistics, sales, and new business development.  And the ShipStore Demo to save money for…