Collaboration Works

“The MMA-sponsored Michigan Tooling Group (MTG) has seen the benefits of collaboration under the Michigan Renaissance Recovery Zone act in many ways…

Consolidation of health care programs and coordinated purchasing of tooling components led to 10% and 13% reductions, respectively, for the group on average in the first year.

The MTG worked with Muskegon Community College to secure a grant — the only one given to a West Michigan industrial group — for consolidated training between the companies in 2006. The MTG has also worked with Davenport College to develop marketing goals and new sales opportunities.

The MTG companies have realized an increase in sales through sharing work and employee resources.

With backing from the MMA, the MTG is currently working to get the Special Tools Lien Act changed to improve the success rate of collection for all Michigan tooling shops.”

Rocky Johnston, President, Michigan Tooling Group
Vice President, Bessey Tool & Die, Inc.

Recent Tool & Die Recovery Zone News

Advisory Committee Meeting Recap

4/28/2008

MMA’s Tool and Die Advisory Committee invited the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to its 4/28 meeting to discuss how the agency can help to promote Michigan’s tool and die industry as a valuable asset to the state.

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Advisory Committee Meeting Recap

3/28/2008

The MMA Tool & Die Advisory Committee met Friday, 3/28/08, at MMA headquarters in Lansing. Marketing and Web site development information was reviewed for globally promoting Michigan's tooling industry. Meetings will be requested with both the governor’s office and the MEDC. A Legislative update was provided by MMA’s Chuck Hadden. Members of the Committee decided to take turns providing best practices collaborative updates at future meetings to share ideas with one another.

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MMA Tool & Die Informational/Organizational Meeting

3/26/2008

MMA has worked hard to successfully support legislation that helps the tool and die industry. Over the past four years, the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) has made it possible for more than 70 tool and die companies to operate, virtually tax-free, for up to 15 years.

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Advisory Committee Meeting Recap

2/29/2008

The MMA Tool & Die Advisory Committee met Friday, 2/29/08 at MMA headquarters in Lansing. The Sales & Marketing subcommittee provided a brief update on their 11/29/07 meeting. MMTC reviewed highlights of their customer diversification program. Marketing and Web site development was discussed relative to promoting the tooling industry in Michigan.

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