Blog Posts

Meet your Workforce team! Matthew Berard PH.D., CRC is the Associate Director of Workforce Development and Salena DiGaetano is our Workforce Development Program Manager here at MassMEP. We are eager to learn your employment needs and send you MassMEP trainees that would be the perfect fit for an entry-level position […]

A Message from our President. Embrace the Season: Why Summertime is Perfect for Buying Local As the warmth of summer envelops us, there’s a special vibrancy that fills the air. Farmers’ markets bustle with activity, local artisans showcase their latest creations, and communities come alive with events and festivals. While […]

  We are excited to share with you the potential of additive/3D printing. We understand that it can be challenging to grasp the true value of new technology without firsthand experience. That’s why we’ve taken a proactive step to make this technology more accessible to you. Introducing Our Additive Adoption […]

A Message from our President. The Impact of MassMEP’s 2024 Manufacturing Your Future Event The MassMEP Manufacturing Our Future Event 2024, held on May 9th at Polar Park, showcased the critical need to integrate Smart Manufacturing with a skilled workforce for the future growth of manufacturers. This event brought together […]

Manufacturing Your Future, Navigating Advanced Technologies in the Workforce! Join us at the MassMEP Manufacturing Summit on May 9th to learn more about technology in the workplace and advancing your workforce In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, the convergence of digital technologies, workforce empowerment, and lean principles have sparked a […]

Cyber Risk – How to prepare According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), approximately 88% of small business owners in the United States feel their businesses are vulnerable to cyber attacks. [Source: U.S. Small Business Administration, “Cybersecurity Statistics,”] As manufacturers integrate technology into every aspect of their business operations, […]

  In recent years, Massachusetts has faced a growing workforce dilemma, particularly within the manufacturing sector. At the January 2023 MassEcon event, Mark Melnik, UMass Donahue Institute, shed some light on the current challenges, emphasizing the critical need for solutions as employers grapple with labor shortages. The impact of an […]

  As the year draws to a close, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the remarkable journey of MassMEP and the thriving ecosystem of manufacturing in the state. In the ever-evolving world of industry, Massachusetts continues to stand tall as a beacon of innovation, resilience, and growth in the […]

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Kristy Grignon, kristyg@massmep.org MassMEP Introduces SCALE UP Growth Program for Massachusetts Manufacturers November 13, 2023 – Auburn, MA – “In 2024, manufacturers will face economic uncertainty, a shortage of skilled labor, supply chain disruptions, and challenges integrating new digital technologies into their operations,” stated Kathie […]

Pathways to Production – November 2023 In today’s world of Manufacturing there is still a need to find and retain skilled employees. Manufacturers are getting creative in their searches and are looking to alternate sources for building their pipeline. MassMEP’s Pathway to Production (P2P) program is a solution to fill […]