California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA)

Membership Spotlight 🌟 | Boehringer Ingelheim is a leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Its Fremont, California facility is the company’s only U.S. biopharmaceutical site, where it covers biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing from small-scale to commercial. Guided by its motto, “Value through Innovation,” Boehringer Ingelheim continues to make a lasting impact. We’re proud to support and highlight our board member company! #MakingCA #BoehringerIngelheim

You can help shine a spotlight on the incredible women making an impact on California's manufacturing industry! ✨   Submit your nomination for the 2025 Women MakingCA Awards in one of these categories: Manufacturer of the Year, Service Impact, or Emerging Leader. Nominations will close on January 17, 2025—don’t miss the chance to recognize a hardworking woman (or yourself!) making a difference in the industry!   Plus, join us on March 13, 2025, at the Women MakingCA Conference to celebrate their extraordinary accomplishments.   ➡️ Submit your nomination HERE: cmta.net/womenmakingca 🎟️ Secure your spot for the 4th Annual MakingCA Conference: https://lnkd.in/gUwuJq7R   #MakingCA #WomenMakingCA

Please join us in welcoming Grower Direct Nut Company, Inc. to CMTA! “We are very excited to be joining CMTA and look forward to the robust network of industry peers and resources fostering collaboration and innovation in manufacturing technologies,” said Aaron Martella, President of Grower Direct Nut Co. “We are excited to take advantage of the educational and training opportunities that can enhance workforce skills, driving efficiency and productivity in our company.” Read the full release on the fourth-generation walnut manufacturer here: https://lnkd.in/gCfMJmap. #MakingCA

Are you ready to celebrate women in the manufacturing industry? 🎉 Here are your important dates for CMTA’s Women Making California celebrations:    🎟️ CMTA 4th Annual Women MakingCA Conference ticket sales are LIVE  Don’t wait – use the link below and get your early bird ticket deal while it lasts!    👥️ Women MakingCA Award Nominations are open NOW until January 17th This is your chance to recognize a hard-working woman in the manufacturing industry. Make your nominations today.    📣 Women MakingCA Call for Speakers  Do you or someone you know want to be a speaker or panelist at our upcoming conference on March 13? Submit your applications today.    Click below to register and learn more!  ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gfXdxSGU     #MakingCA #WomenMakingCA #WomenMakingCAawards #SpeakerApplications

Today, the CMTA team celebrated and said farewell to both Robert Spiegel and Dean Talley as they advance in their careers at valued member companies Caterpillar Inc. and Bayer, respectively, in regional state government affairs roles. Congratulations to you both!

🔔 Early bird pricing is here! 🔔 Join us at our Annual Membership & Board Meeting happening March 26-27 in Palm Springs! This 2-day event will be filled with insights, networking, and learning about what the future of California manufacturing looks like alongside fellow CMTA members and board members. Don't miss your chance to secure your spot AND receive a discount at the luxurious Parker Palm Springs for CMTA's Annual Meeting. Grab your tickets now using the link below! 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02YgpYt0 #MakingCA #EarlyBirdSpecial

CMTA's CEO & President Lance Hastings spoke with CalMatters Levi Sumagaysay on how possible tariffs proposed under President-Elect Trump could impact manufacturers across the country and in the Golden State, saying, "California is the gateway to Asia, the state would feel the impact of more tariffs first and more than everybody else." Read more >> https://lnkd.in/gz7pNP4k

California has been selected as the headquarters of the National Semiconductor Technology Center. Find out more about the hub for advanced semiconductor research in the latest Manufacturing Minute episode powered by Tri Tool Technologies with CMTA’s Vice President of Communications, Ananda Rochita. ⚙️ The Golden State will be home to the nation's hub for advanced semiconductor research 🔬  ⚙️ CMTA member company Gallo Glass Company awarded funding for a hybrid glass furnace 🎉  ⚙️ SPARKZ Inc., a lithium battery manufacturer, will bring new jobs to the Sacramento Region. Read more about this week's Manufacturing Minute using the link below! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gjaPEAB3   #MakingCA #manufacturingnews

Please join us in welcoming two new associate members to CMTA: Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Acena Consulting, LLC! “We are incredibly excited to partner with CMTA as we look to engage with and support our manufacturing and technology customers,” said Aaron Johnson, Senior Vice President at PG&E. “These companies are the foundation of California’s economic engine, and we are honored to help them thrive.” “We are excited to join CMTA and contribute to their mission of supporting and growing California’s vibrant manufacturing sector,” said Nick Pyzow, Director at Acena Consulting. “We believe our expertise will be a valuable resource for CMTA members looking to optimize their financial performance.” Read the full release: https://lnkd.in/eH8bm2_x #MakingCA