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MiMfg Magazine
July 2019
Become a Manufacturing Advocate
MMA Legislative Day: Two Events, One Power-Packed Day
Manufacturing’s success relies on the dedication
of elected officials at the Capitol to understand the
industry’s role in Michigan’s economic success and be
committed to protecting that role through their votes.
As a manufacturing leader, you must develop
relationships with lawmakers to help them understand
the important issues that affect your industry. Attend
MMA’s Legislative Day on Tuesday, 9/10/19 in
Lansing to become a manufacturing advocate.
Event highlights include:
Keeping an Eye on Michigan’s Growth Strategy
Manufacturing plays a large role in the Whitmer
Administration’s plan for economic growth. Doug Ross,
Senior Advisor to Governor Whitmer for Michigan
Prosperity, will discuss the Governor’s proposed
strategies to ensure that Michigan manufacturers,
large and small, have the tools and resources needed
to grow and compete in a global economy.
Balancing Competitiveness and Stewardship
Michigan’s new Department of Environment, Great
Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) plays a critical function
in balancing economic growth and environmental
protection. EGLE Director Liesl Clark will collaborate
with Legislative Day attendees on the Administration’s
strategy to support a sustainable environment,
healthy communities and a vibrant economy.
Advocacy in Action
Every year, hundreds of bills could significantly
impact the ability of manufacturers to acquire raw
materials, build their products, sell their products,
hire talent and reinvest in local communities. Through
relationship building, awareness and visibility,
manufacturing advocates will engage with leaders of
the Senate and House of Representatives in small
group meetings as they share their company’s story,
discuss manufacturing policy priorities and bring
attention to Michigan’s most vital jobs sector.
Issues & Solutions: Moderated Lunch Discussion
In this moderated discussion, manufacturing
executives, legislators and agency leaders will share
their perspective on issues and solutions impacting
Michigan manufacturers. Attendees will have the
opportunity to engage directly with lawmakers and
have their most pressing issues addressed.
Your Association at Work
MMA’s Government Affairs team remains
industry’s #1 voice on issues affecting Michigan
manufacturers. Attendees will work side-by-side
with MMA’s team to learn about the complex
balancing act of managing Michigan’s laws and
rules to ensure Michigan manufacturers remain
competitive in an ever-changing global economy.
Network with Decision-Makers and Honor
Manufacturing Champions
2019
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 • Lansing
REGISTER TODAY!
Online: www.mimfg.org
Phone: 517-487-8521
E-mail: [email protected]
Pricing: $125/person for MMA Industry & Associate Members.
$225/person for MMA Insurance and Future Members
(Please note: registration for this event is limited and is open to
MMA Industry and Associate members first.)
Immediately following Lobby Day, the annual
MMA Legislative Reception provides participants
with opportunities to personally interact with
legislators and policymakers as we honor the
Association’s 2019 MMA Legislators of the Year.
The Legislative Reception is complimentary for
Lobby Day attendees.
Register Today
Pricing for the Legislative Day is $125/person
for MMA Industry & Associate Members and
$225/person for MMA Insurance and Future
Members. Register online at mimfg.org or contact
MMA’s Sarah Martin at [email protected] or
517-487-8521.
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