MiMfg Magazine July 2019 | Page 26

26 MiMfg Magazine July 2019 Expand Your Brand, Go Beyond Your Membership Membership in MMA is the first step to help keep Michigan manufacturing moving forward. But there are more ways to keep the momentum going for industry. If you love Michigan manufacturing, consider building on your MMA membership to support industry. Upgrade to Premium Associate Membership Support the Pro-Manufacturing Agenda We must all become involved in driving the pro-manufacturing agenda and make the voice of industry heard. Take advantage of your corporate free speech; contact MMA’s Brianna Mills, at 517-487-8523, to learn more. If you want to connect with people passionate about creating jobs and building innovative products, MMA events are the perfect sponsorship opportunity. If your business is looking for greater engagement with the manufacturing industry, now is the time to upgrade your membership and your reach. Premium Associate members have exclusive opportunities to share their expertise, connect with members and engage in MMA programs. • Showcase your expertise to all current and future MMA members through video content, webinars, e-learning options and other educational resources on mimfg.org • A distinctive enhanced Directory listing to attract new clients • Special chances reserved solely for Premium Associate members to share your expertise and help guide MMA content for MMA policy committees, events and publications • Unique opportunities to promote your company’s content in MMA e-newsletters, social media and in MiMfg Magazine • An annual $500 event credit redeemable at MMA events, PLUS exclusive Event Concierge service to maximize the value of your event credit and connect with industry leaders best-suited to benefit from your business • Access to registrant reports from any attended MMA event to increase your lead follow ups To upgrade, contact MMA’s Elizabeth Maciejewski, at [email protected] or 517-487-8542, or see mimfg.org to learn more. — Brian Town, Michigan Creative Sponsor MMA Events Manufacturers are driving Michigan from a state on the brink to one of incredible economic success. With thousands of businesses in communities all across the state, sponsoring MMA events can connect you with countless potential partners. Contact MMA’s Sarah Martin, at [email protected] or 517-487-8521, to build a sponsorship strategy that works for you. Check out these Five Reasons to Sponsor MMA Events: • MMA events are member-driven — your sponsorship investment will always reach a readily attentive audience. • Choose your level of engagement and how your sponsorship dollars are used. • All MMA events have networking time built in — ensuring you every opportunity to connect with future clients. • Sponsors are part of the event program; share your expertise with manufacturers wanting to hear from you. • Every MMA event captures the sheer awesomeness of manufacturing — let your brand be a part of the excitement! Networking time is built into every MMA event and the (Premium exclusive) registration lists we receive are invaluable for continuing conversations long after we’ve all gone home. MMA’s Premium Associate membership helps us serve our clients better — definitely a worthwhile investment. — Steve Carey, Guy Hurley Insurance & Surety Services 6