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Spectrum News 13 recently featured a story examining the growth of manufacturing in Central Florida and the workforce pathways supporting the region’s expanding industry base. The story includes insights from FloridaMakes CEO Kevin Carr , who discusses how continued investment in manufacturing is creating stronger economic outcomes and higher-wage career opportunities across the state. The segment also spotlights House of Plastics , an Orlando family-owned manufacturer that has operated since 1969. President Todd Davis shared that while demand for manufacturing services continues to grow, the primary challenge facing employers is finding skilled ...

"Exporting for Women," a FREE virtual round table, will be held on Wednesday, February 2, from Noon-1:30 p.m. This virtual round table for women will discuss international trade topics with experts in international shipping, logistics, finance, compliance, legal issues, marketing, sales, and pricing. Click here for more info, including registration! >>Download a flyer #Blog

The South Florida Manufacturers Association (SFMA), a member of the FloridaMakes Network, has named Roberto Plazola as its new president. Please find the below press release. Welcome to the FloridaMakes Network Roberto! ---------------------------------- FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (January 11, 2022)- South Florida Manufacturers Association (SFMA), the leading resource for manufacturers in South Florida, is pleased to announce that it has named Roberto Plazola as its new President. Mr. Plazola will be responsible for the overall management of SFMA to include industry functions, execution of strategic objectives, public relations, management of staff, membership ...

The FloridaMakes Network would like to welcome Ernie Friend as the new Executive Director of the Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE)! FLATE is a part of the FloridaMakes Network, providing manufacturing and advanced technical education, best practices and resources supporting the high performance skilled workforce for Florida’s manufacturing sectors. Ernie comes to FLATE after 25 years at Florida State College at Jacksonville serving various administrative roles over IT, Manufacturing, and other related technology associate degree programs. Dr. Marilyn Barger, previous Executive Director for 18 years, will continue to serve FLATE ...