South Florida Manufacturers Association

Happy Holidays! 🎄✨ As 2024 comes to a close, we want to thank our incredible SFMA family for your unwavering support and active participation. Together, we’ve celebrated remarkable milestones, strengthened partnerships, and championed innovation across South Florida's manufacturing community. We’re excited for what’s to come in 2025, with new initiatives to support workforce development, expand networking opportunities, and advocate for the growth of our industry. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with peace, happiness, and well-deserved rest. Cheers to an even brighter and prosperous year ahead 🥂 #HappyHolidays #SFMAFamily #SouthFloridaManufacturing #ManufacturingCommunity #Innovation #JoyfulSeason #Manufacturing

✨🎄 Last week, we had the pleasure of gathering with the SFMA family for a Holiday Member Connect at Kelsey City Brewing and The Brewhouse Gallery. It was an amazing time wrapping up the year with great conversations, connections, and a little holiday cheer! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the season and the incredible community we’ve built together. Here’s to more collaborations and success in the new year, especially with the launch of the Palm Beach and Miami-Dade Regional Hubs! 🎉 Matthew Rocco Ana Maria Rodriguez Micah Daugherty Eric Acosta Austin Capers Chris Shea #SFMA #MemberConnect #HolidayNetworking #CommunityFirst

✨ THANK YOU to Southeastern Printing! ✨ As the Print Sponsor for our 64th Annual Meeting + Made in South Florida Showcase, Southeastern Printing truly helped us print this event to life, showcasing the critical role that print manufacturing plays in creating memorable and impactful experiences. From beautifully crafted materials to eye-catching designs, their work elevated the evening and brought our vision to reality. With over 100 years of expertise in the print industry, Southeastern Printing embodies the power of precision manufacturing—offering award-winning conventional, digital, and wide-format printing solutions, as well as trendsetting promotional products. Their dedication to quality and creativity ensures brands leave a lasting impression, and they certainly left one on us! 📸 Missed the event or want to relive the highlights? New photos are now available on Facebook! Check them out here: https://bit.ly/4fIS7d7 #SFMA #AnnualMeeting #MadeInSoFlo #ComplexityMadeSimple #PrintManufacturing #Manufacturing #BusinessGrowth #Networking

🌟 Nominations Now Open: 2025 Employee of the Year Award! 🌟 Last week, we launched the nomination process for the Employee of the Year Award—a chance to celebrate your team members who go above and beyond every day. Recognize the stars of your workforce for their dedication, hard work, and impact on your organization. Nominate your standout employees today and help us honor the best of the best! 👉 Submit here: https://lnkd.in/d8g5nZGf #EmployeeOfTheYear #WorkplaceRecognition #CelebrateExcellence #ManufacturingExcellence

Holiday Member Connect – Limited Spots Available! Join the SFMA family as we celebrate the holiday season and reflect on the achievements of 2024 at our Palm Beach Holiday Member Connect 🎄 Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location: Kelsey City Brewing Company, The Brewhouse Gallery, Lake Park, FL Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and meaningful conversations with fellow members. With only 10 spots left, now’s the time to register for this special members-only event! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e862pNbP

🌟 2025 Employee of the Year Nominations Are Open! 🌟 The SFMA is proud to launch this year’s Employee of the Year Awards, recognizing the individuals who go above and beyond to power the South Florida manufacturing industry. With NEW CATEGORIES ADDED THIS YEAR, we’re excited to expand this tradition of celebrating excellence! 📅 Nomination Deadline: April 8, 2025 🏆 Winners will be unveiled at the Recognition of Excellence Ceremony in June 2025. Nomination Categories: 1️⃣ Administrative 2️⃣ Engineering 3️⃣ Environmental Health & Safety - NEW! 4️⃣ Information Technology 5️⃣ Production 6️⃣ Production Support 7️⃣ Sales & Marketing - NEW! 8️⃣ Supervisory 9️⃣ Service Provider (Non-Manufacturing Member) Last Year’s Winners: 🏆Administrative: Patricia LaCroix, SV MICROWAVE 🏆Engineering: Grant Elgin, Stryker 🏆Information Technology: Carl von Werder, Southeastern Printing 🏆Production: Alexis Sardinas, Kohtler Elevator Manufactures, Inc. 🏆Production Support: Wilson Portero, Kohtler Elevator Manufactures, Inc. 🏆Service Provider: Daniella Matheus, Randstad USA, Randstad 🏆Supervisory: daylin pena, SV MICROWAVE 🔗 Submit your nominations here: https://lnkd.in/d8g5nZGf Let’s celebrate the exceptional individuals shaping the future of manufacturing in South Florida! Matthew Rocco Lisbeth Pena Fernando Mendoza Micah Daugherty Ana Maria Rodriguez #SFMA #EmployeeOfTheYear #ManufacturingExcellence #CelebrateSuccess #SFMAEOTY #MadeinSoFlo #Manufacturing

🚨 The 37th Annual SFMA Golf Tournament is LIVE! Join us on St. Patrick’s Day at The Club at Weston Hills for a day of networking, fun, and philanthropy 🍀 This tournament isn’t just about golf—it’s about empowering the future of manufacturing by raising funds for scholarships that support manufacturing interns. 📅 Date: Sunday, March 17, 2025 📍 Location: The Club at Weston Hills Network with leaders in South Florida’s manufacturing community while making a lasting impact. Secure your spot today and be part of a cause that drives innovation and education. ➡️ Register now: www.sfma.org/golf Let’s build the next generation of industry leaders—one swing at a time. Matthew Rocco Lisbeth Pena Micah Daugherty Fernando Mendoza Ana Maria Rodriguez #SFMA #GolfForACause #ScholarshipDrive #ManufacturingLeadership #NetworkingOpportunity #FutureOfManufacturing

South Florida’s manufacturing sector is a powerhouse, and I’m thrilled to see its story being told! Thank you to Ashley Portero for taking the time to shine a spotlight on this impactful and growing industry. Manufacturing drives innovation, supports higher-paying jobs, and strengthens our local economy—it's a story that deserves to be heard. A huge thank you as well to Matthew Rocco, President of the South Florida Manufacturers Association (SFMA), for sharing your expertise and vision for the Regional Hub program. Building community and connectivity for manufacturers in Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties is a game-changer for local businesses and their employees. I invite you to read Ashley's article to learn more about this important initiative and the bright future of manufacturing in South Florida. Check it out below:

We’re thrilled to recognize Adams, a family-run business with over 60 years of excellence, as our Table Number Sponsor for the 64th Annual Meeting + Made in South Florida Showcase on November 7th! 🙌 Founded in 1960 and formerly known as Adams Air & Hydraulics, this company has grown into a trusted leader in fluid power, pneumatics, and hydraulic solutions. But that’s not all — Adams is at the forefront of robotics and vision systems, helping manufacturers boost productivity and profitability like never before. At Adams, their mission is clear: to strengthen American manufacturing and help businesses stay competitive in the global market. With a team of dedicated specialists, they provide innovative, sustainable solutions — from components to complete machine control. 🌟 Thank you, Adams, for being such an integral part of our event and for your unwavering support of the manufacturing community. We’re so excited to see everyone come together for this amazing showcase! 📸 Check out the table numbers sponsored by Adams at the event and let us know your favorite moments below! #MadeInSoFlo #AnnualMeeting #Manufacturing #Innovation #Automation #Hydraulics #Pneumatics #BusinessGrowth #ManufacturingExcellence

🎉 A big THANK YOU to our Dessert Sponsor, LT Automation Solutions, LLC, for making the 64th Annual Meeting + Made in South Florida Showcase even sweeter! 🍮✨ LT Automation Solutions specializes in developing, converting, and optimizing industrial automation controls using Siemens® and Allen Bradley® PLCs and HMI products. With over 30 years of experience, they help businesses achieve manufacturing and financial goals through innovative automation solutions. From individual machine controls to plant-wide systems, LT Automation Solutions is "The Last System Integrator Your Company Will Ever Need!" Check out the photos of their booth and the delicious dessert they sponsored this year! 🎂 Have a favorite memory or moment from the event? Share it with #MadeinSoFlo! 🍰 Thank you, LT Automation Solutions, for your continued support and partnership! #MadeinSoFlo #Manufacturing #FLORIDAMAKES #SFMA