A practical session for Florida businesses operating internationally — presented in partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service, FloridaMakes, the Greater Florida District Export Council, the Central Florida International Trade Office, Corpay, and Nextpay Global. A Florida business moving...
08-06-2026 | 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM ET
A strong resource partner of SAMA, the UF Innovation Station, is hiring! Based in Sarasota, the application period is set to close on July 28th. Apply now!
Florida manufacturers are evolving quickly—adding equipment, expanding production capacity, entering new lines of business, and investing in the talent needed to compete. This webinar will connect manufacturers with practical financing and workforce resources that can help turn growth...
07-24-2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET
For many manufacturers, the hardest part of solving a business challenge is knowing where to start. That is where FloridaMakes Business Advisors come in. Across the state, FloridaMakes Business Advisors work directly with manufacturers to better understand their goals, challenges, and...
The Department of Defense (DoD) recently announced changes to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, the framework used to strengthen cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Organizations that work with the DoD or support defense supply chains should...
Sun Hydraulics Plant Tour and Seminar August 19, 2026 2:15pm - 5:30pm 803 Tallevast Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243 Open to SAMA members only, and invited manufacturing guests. Capacity is limited, so register today!
08-19-2026 | 02:15 PM - 05:30 PM ET Sarasota FL
Thursday, July 30 | 11:00 a.m. EDT Discover how light-based technologies are transforming healthcare and life sciences. Join experts from industry, academia, and media as they discuss emerging trends in biophotonics, groundbreaking research, and real-world applications that are shaping the...
07-30-2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Jon Mattern Resume 2026 (Director).docx
The Made in Central Florida Expo serves as a bridge for manufacturers of all sizes, highlighting products and technologies while offering students a glimpse into careers in manufacturing. Sponsorships Available! Don’t miss the opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the...
10-15-2026 | 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM ET Orlando FL