Michigan Manufacturing Association (Manufacturing Talent Summit October 24, 3013)

Manufacturing Talent Summit

The second annual MMA Manufacturing Talent Summit will bring together manufacturers, educators, school administrators, non-profit organizations and state agencies to focus on “Manufacturing a Career-Ready Generation.”  Attendees of the 2013 Summit can expect a day full of best practices, hands-on experiences and opportunities to connect with others in their region. Attendees will receive an information-packed Tool Kit to help them cultivate collaborative partnerships and develop their own action plan to grow a career-ready generation of workers. The 2013 Summit will be held Thursday, October 24, at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center in East Lansing. Register online or contact MMA’s LeAnn Hicks at hicks@mma-net.org, fax 517-853-3357 or call 800-253-9039 (press 9 and ext. 557) or 517-487-8557. 2013 Summit Program (subject to change) Managing the Human Capitol Supply Chain Key Note Speaker: Jennifer McNelly, President of the Manufacturing Institute Industry is not in the business of educating so it is imperative that manufacturers establish public private partnerships with local educators to redefine what success looks like and showcase opportunities for young people who invest in their careers. Improving the Image of Manufacturing Nicole Meloche, President of Organik Consulting Manufacturing job providers are proving every day that the industry is flourishing; we are driving Michigan’s economic recovery and supporting our local communities. Experts on social media and public relations will give attendees tools to leverage social and electronic media to drive recruitment and positive community reputation. This segment will also include tips on how to conduct an on-site tour as a way to create relationships with students, parents and educators. Presentation of Manufacturing Talent Champion The designation of the Manufacturing Talent Champion serves to focus public attention on the critical need for cooperation among educators, community leaders, economic developers and manufacturers to more closely align our state’s rich talent supply with existing and future manufacturing talent demand. See the nomination form for more information. Seamless P-20 Education & Career Transitions A panel presentation and discussion with a broad array of stakeholders that were involved in the establishment of the Manufacturing Engineering Partnership Program at Coopersville High School. Representatives of manufacturers, school administration, instructors, school board, community college and others will dive into the details of how the partnership was established and how the program can be duplicated across the state. Innovative Methods to Connect with Students Annette Norris, Director of the Academy for Manufacturing Careers Megan Schrauben, Michigan Dept of Education/STEM Partnership Student First Robotics Demonstration Michigan manufacturers are using creative methods to get students interested in manufacturing careers. This segment will feature successful programs, including robotics competitions, manufacturing camps, Family Engineering Day, and the latest technology that help kids explore an array of opportunities in the industry. MORE INFORMATION: http://www.mma-net.org/SeminarsEvents/ManufacturingTalentSummit.aspx