Dear CMMA Members,

As we move through another productive season, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for your continued commitment to strengthening our manufacturing community. The success of CMMA is built on the dedication, innovation, and collaboration of members who work every day to create opportunities for growth throughout Central Minnesota.

This fall has provided excellent opportunities to connect, learn, and share best practices. From workforce development initiatives to industry networking events and our legislative roundtable, we continue to see the value of bringing manufacturers together to address common challenges and celebrate successes. The partnerships developed through CMMA remain one of our greatest strengths.

Workforce development continues to be a top priority. We are grateful for the companies, educators, community partners, and economic development organizations that are helping attract and prepare the next generation of manufacturing talent. Together, we are building awareness of the rewarding careers available in our industry and helping ensure a strong workforce for years to come.

As we look ahead, I encourage you to stay engaged with CMMA programs, events, and committees. Your participation drives new ideas, strengthens our network, and helps advance the manufacturing sector across our region.

I'd also like to thank our members who have participated in plant tours, job fairs, educational events, and advocacy efforts over the past year. Your engagement strengthens our collective voice and helps demonstrate the vital role manufacturing plays in our regional economy.

In the months ahead, we will continue to provide networking opportunities, legislative updates, workforce initiatives, and educational programming designed to help your businesses grow and remain competitive.

Manufacturing has always been an industry built on collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation. By working together, we can continue to address today's challenges while creating new opportunities for tomorrow.

Thank you for your membership, your leadership, and your commitment to manufacturing excellence. I look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming CMMA events and continuing our work together to promote a vibrant, innovative, and competitive manufacturing community.

In service

Les Engel

CMMA President