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We are forging a vision for the future of manufacturing
in Northeast Ohio.
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For more than 30 years, MAGNET has been driving Northeast Ohio's manufacturing growth by supporting small- and mid-sized manufacturers.
Manufacturing growth is economic growth.
3rd
Ohio's national rank
for manufacturing employment after
California & Texas
45%
Of Northeast Ohio’s
largest private employers are manufacturers
700,000
The number of manufacturing jobs in Ohio
3.6
Additional jobs created by each manufacturing job
50%
Of all Northeast Ohio jobs directly depend on manufacturing
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We roll up our sleeves and work closely with your team to create measurable results.
Lessons Learned and Compelling Case Studies from Solar Owners
July 25, 2024
The Foundry wants to inspire others to invest in savings from the sun. Business owners will share how a 5-year ROI is possible and how available incentives created a path for profitable solar power. “Solar Trailblazers” will be featured to share tips and tricks to navigating the solar landscape.
Cyber Defense Strategies
August 7, 2024
Equip your business with the knowledge and tools to defend against cyber threats and ensure operational resilience. This is specifically tailored for the manufacturing industry and includes presentations from FBI Special Agent Sean Thomas-Moore and FBI Supervisory Special Agent Michael Gerfin, Shaffer Consulting, TechSolve, Oswald, AtNetPlus, and LazorPoint.
Networking Event
August 22, 2024
The Scalerator Program is designed to help you accelerate growth and overcome challenges. Join us from 5-7pm at the Greater Akron Chamber (388 S Main St #205, Akron, OH) for a networking event to meet with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and discover how this transformative program can elevate your business to the next level!
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Register for this free event and take the first step towards scaling your business!
Preparing Supply Chains for the Green Economy Shift
August 28, 2024
Save the date to join industry leaders and sustainability experts as we explore cutting-edge solutions and actionable insights to future-proof your supply chain. The event will explore strategies, innovations, and collaborations for creating a resilient future for Northeast Ohio’s manufacturing sector. Register here.
Register here.
Lighthouse Tour at Welser Profile
August 29, 2024
Discover the cutting-edge advancements in digital transformation and smart manufacturing with MAGNET and the Medina County Economic Corporation. Don't miss this opportunity to see firsthand how regional businesses are embracing innovation. Limited spots available, so act fast! Preference given to manufacturers. Attendees will be required to sign an NDA.
Register here.
Save the Date!
September 19, 2024
Innovation speaker and author of the book "Curiosity Muscle", Diana Kander has helped create multi-billion dollar products, coached boards and executive committees on innovation best-practices, and implemented culture transformations. She will visit MAGNET on September 19, bringing these experiences to life and delivering entertaining case studies and perspective shifting stories.
Registration information coming soon.
MAGNET Golf Outing
September 27, 2024
Join us for a day of golf on September 27, 2024 at Sand Ridge Golf Club. There will breakfast and a "Hot Seat" interview with Dr. Hiroyuki Fujita, Founder & CEO of Quality Electrodynamics, LLC. Golf will start at 11 am, followed by drinks, appetizers and awards.
Register today for this fun outing!
MX.0 Midwest
September 25, 2024
Where Manufacturers Connect & Share Insights to Advance Digital Transformation. Advance your business and career goals by networking with and learning from manufacturers sharing case studies. This event showcases national and regional manufacturing excellence in building data-driven productivity and efficiency across the plant floor and wider business.
Register here.
Leading Next Level Growth
September 2024 - January 2025
Leading Next Level Growth – The Weatherhead Way provides owners and executives at existing small and midsized businesses with a model to grow their businesses. The intensive program incorporates three modules focusing on areas critical to building competitive advantage and ultimately growing the business. Participants will learn how to successfully drive change in their organizations enabling them to transform their products, services, and business model into profitable growth.
Register here.
IMAT Annual Meeting
Sept. 30 - Oct. 3, 2024
Join us at the upcoming International Materials Application & Technologies Conference and Exposition (IMAT) in Cleveland, Ohio, collocated with the Heat Treating Society’s IFHTSE World Congress & ASM Annual Meeting. This event brings together materials experts and organizations for industry collaborators across all market sectors. This years’ special topic is materials for energy storage.
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