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The vision set forward by The Blueprint for Manufacturing in Northeast Ohio inspires all of MAGNET's work.
The Blueprint identifies four pillars: Talent, Innovation, Transformation and Leadership. 


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October is Manufacturing Month

Manufacturing Month (and Manufacturing Day, celebrated the first Friday in October), intends to show the reality and future of modern manufacturing careers. This initiative empowers manufacturers to come together with students, parents, educators and community leaders to build excitement about manufacturing careers! Read the official proclamation from the State of Ohio recognizing this important industry. MAGNET is proud to be dedicated to the mission of driving manufacturing in Northeast Ohio.

 

Watch the video from the National MEP and see yourself in manufacturing! 

 

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MAGNET Reveals 2024 Mspire Winners 

After months of engaging with the applicants, MAGNET was excited to announce the winners of this year’s Mspire pitch competition, Northeast Ohio’s leading contest for manufacturing-focused entrepreneurs in September. The reveal happened during an event with best-selling author and innovation expert Diana Kander who shared her insights on how to drive innovation, setting the stage for an inspiring day. This year, $85,000 in prizes were awarded to standout entrepreneurs pushing the boundaries of manufacturing, engineering, and operations. Our 2024 Mspire winners include Accelerate Wind, Auxilium Health, Daisy Makes, Galvanix, Peaceful Fruits, Solar Sprout, and UGen.

 

Want to learn more about these innovative companies and the prizes they won? Read the full details in our latest blog post!

  

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Strategic Growth in Action: MAGNET Guides Action Industries in Unlocking Synergies and Success Post-Acquisition

Action Industries recently took a major step forward with the acquisition of A-Tech Suburban, Inc., creating exciting opportunities for collaboration, growth, and shared success. Through focused strategic discussions, Action Industries is honing in on key priorities to fully leverage this new partnership.

 

MAGNET’s Strategy, Marketing, and Sales team, led by Dave Sluka, helped Action Industries identify growth opportunities and adapt to an ever-changing market. Our goal is to help businesses attract, convert, and retain customers in a profitable and sustainable way.

 

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Sparking Collaboration: MAGNET Welcomes NIST and MEP Advisory Board for a Week of Manufacturing Innovation!

MAGNET was bustling mid-September when the 
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) hosted the MEP Advisory Board Meeting at the Cleveland headquarters. To build on the momentum, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Fireworks Conference took place at the same time! We are proud to drive manufacturing success and to collaborate with others on this important mission.
 
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Latest Blog Posts

From MAGNET's recent ribbon-cutting in Mansfield to a Lighthouse Tour at Welser Profiles, read what has been happening with MAGNET staff and partners here. 

  • Fueling the Future of Manufacturing: Kicking Off Manufacturing Month with Impact

  • MAGNET’s Lighthouse Tour Shines a Light on Welser Profile’s Innovation and Legacy

  • Manufacturing Excellence on Display: MAGNET’s Exhibit Debuts at the North Central Ohio Industrial Museum

  • Navigating the Future of Advanced Manufacturing at CIPPO 2024

Upcoming Events

  • Entrepreneur Learning Session • Fueling Business Success: Unveiling the Crucial Role of Capital November 7, 2024
  • Economic Forecast 2024 - November 14, 2024 
  • Webinar: Rapid Prototyping for Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers - November 12, 2024
  • Webinar: Trends in Business: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Industry - November 21, 2024 

Industry News

  • ‘I want to do something hands-on’: Cleveland-area youth get paid to learn about jobs in manufacturing

  • Welcome aboard: NEO manufacturing companies open doors to diverse talent

  • How Do You Innovate When You’re Small, 96 Years Old and Make One Basic Thing?

  • It’s Time Manufacturers Get Serious About Protecting Their IP
  • Bridging the gap: MAGNET’s ECEC program grows manufacturing careers in high school
  • Why The Dock Workers’ Strike Should Be A Cautionary Tale For Every Manufacturer

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New Episodes Released!  

Want to see behind the curtain at some of Northeast Ohio’s most iconic manufacturers? MAGNET’s new series MAKE IT: Frank Conversations on the Future of Manufacturing offers straight talk about Northeast Ohio's smart manufacturing landscape. What’s it really going to take to lead the world? MAGNET President & CEO Ethan Karp asks all of these questions and more as he chats with our region's industry leaders.

 

New episodes include chats with Tony Mazzella, CEO of Mazzella Companies, James Cavoli, President of Swagelok, Hallie Stewart, CEO of Bee Valve, and Eaton President and COO Paulo Ruiz.

The Make It podcast episodes can be streamed here and the videos can be accessed here. 

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Leading Next Level Growth – The Weatherhead Way

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.

       
Interested in learning more about our consulting services, workforce development programs, dedication to the regional manufacturing community or taking a tour of our state-of-the-art facility? Click
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