AMFA members and friends,
 
A huge shoutout to my fellow manufacturers during Minnesota Manufacturing Month! Thanks to every one of you for your contribution to the stable production and distribution of an array of amazing products, as well as contributing to a vibrant economy in your community. Find a manufacturing tour in your area and learn about statewide events in honor of Minnesota Manufacturing Month.
 
Make plans to attend AMFA’s upcoming November 10 meeting. More details will be coming soon, but it promises to be a valuable meeting. MMA’s marketing series will continue October 20 with a webinar on Tools to attract (and keep) good employees, with more in the series on November 17 and December 15. Check out all the upcoming events.

MMA is pleased to announce the hiring of Alisa Sherwood as the new Executive Assistant. Read more about Alisa.

Check out the feature articles on Range Steel Fabricators and Whitestone Personal and Professional Marketing, as well as the board bio on Ian Vincent. Find out how much money was raised in the Golf Social 2021 Recap article and read highlights in the Fab Tech 2021 Recap article.

Interested in ramping up your employee benefits package? Learn more about the product MMA added to their MBiz lineup: the Employer  Dental and Vision plan.

AMFA continues to focus on our goals of educating our members, developing our workforce and legislative advocacy. Remember, that you can post your job openings on the AMFA website, another tool in your recruitment toolbox! 
 
AMFA, as always, we’re in it together. 
 
- Wade Karnes
AMFA President