Manufacturing could be short 1.9M workers if the talent gap isn’t fixed

Manufacturing could be short 1.9M workers if the talent gap isn’t fixed   Companies need millions of workers in production and tech roles, a Deloitte and Manufacturing Institute study says. Experts worry the industry can’t keep up. Manufacturing is shooting past its pre-pandemic norms. The industry, aided by both massive private and public investments, has…

NCMA General Meeting April 25th 2024

Florida’s Manufacturers Place in Space Wilton Simpson Technical College Progress Report 8:00 A.M. until 9:45 A.M., Thursday, April 25, 2024 Register Below  Hernando County Admin Building (Formerly Tracers) 15470 Flight Path Dr, Brooksville, FL 34604 You are Invited to the NCMA Metting. Come discover how current manufacturers have the potential to become suppliers to the…

Clayshoot March 30th, 2024

Clay Shooting event targets friendships and business relationships. “The clay shooting was good but the relationships were terrific…” Those words echoed throughout Metro Tampa’s event at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639 Tampa Bay Sporting Clays Clay Shoot and luncheon with Coast Manufacturers’ Association.   (photos by Anthony Kocovic) The…

NCMA General Meeting February 29, 2024

 Your Workforce Why Apprenticeships?  “Build it or Buy It” & “Military Talent Pipeline for the Nature Coast”  8:00 A.M. until 9:45 A.M., Thursday, February 29, 2024 15470 Flight Path Dr, Brooksville, FL 34604 You will hear Scott Ellsworth about how you can build your own workforce, reduce your turnover, and save money.  Jay Koranda will…

500 Manufacturing Jobs Open House Jan 13, 2024 1-5 PM

Gary Plastic Packaging Corp. announced Thursday that it will start to fill 500 jobs at its new manufacturing site built in northwestern Pasco County, starting with an open house. Schedule January 13th,  and the 27th, 1-5 pm. Address: 14799 Shady Hills Road, near Spring Hill.  

NCMA General Meeting January 18th, 2024

8:00 A.M., Thursday, January 18, 2024 Elfers Senior Center 4136 Barker Drive, NPR, FL 34652        You will Learn About:    “What Top Manufacturers Are Concerned With For Commercial Insurance In 2024” John Jassmann, Principle at SandStone Partners, has acquired 13 insurance firms in both the greater Atlanta area and Greater Tampa Bay area and he…

NCMA General Meeting October 31, 2023

Featuring: “Beneficial Ownership for 2024” – Laws are Changing. “PHSC Corporate College Update” – Great Time to Get Involved. 8:00 A.M. until 9:15 A.M., Tuesday, October 31, 2023 Hernando County Admin Building (Formerly Tracers) 15470 Flight Path Dr, Brooksville, FL 34604 You will hear Michael Kierzynski CPA about how laws are changing in 2024 the…

NCMA General Meeting September 28th 2023

“Developing a Skilled Workforce Through Career Discovery, Micro-Credentials & Apprenticeships” and “AI” 8:00 A.M., Thursday, September 28, 2023 AmSKILLS  4606 Darlington Road, Holiday, FL 34690   “Demystifying AI: A Gentle Introduction to a Powerful Ally “ Learn how AmSkills is helping to “RECRUIT, TRAIN & SUSTAIN a skilled workforce”, benefiting the community and employers. Tour…

General Meeting at the Nature Coast Technical H.S. 8-24-2023

Hernando Schools offers Career and Technical Education programs in elementary, middle school, and high school through postsecondary at Simpson Technical College. You can find out more information about secondary College and Career programs at https://www.hernandoschools.org/departments/college-career/index. If you would like more information about Sumspon Technical Collge, you can find that at hernandoschools.org/schools/stc

Congratulations to our Hernando County businesses

Congratulations to our Hernando County businesses for being selected as a Finalists for GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch Awards!  Honorees will be announced later this year.  GrowFL is proud to announce the finalists for the 13th Annual Florida Companies to Watch Awards, a prestigious recognition program celebrating high-performing second-stage companies that demonstrate innovative business strategies and excellent…

The Top 8 Manufacturing Trends for 2023

The NAM recently released its Top 8 Manufacturing Trends for 2023—a guide to the opportunities ahead and the resources that the NAM can offer. Here is what to look out for this year and beyond.   Advanced and emerging technology: Manufacturers are investing in a multitude of new technologies, including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, machine learning and more….