Manufacturing is second-most targeted industry for cyber attacks

  • On August 1, 2018
A collaboration between the Worcester-based Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership and Burlington cybersecurity firm CyberSaint seeks to help the state’s manufacturers doing work for the government better secure their information. In an interview, MassMEP Director of Growth Services Tom Andrellos spoke about the importance of cybersecurity in manufacturing in the 21st century. Why is cybersecurity important […]
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The Future of Manufacturing Symposium

  • On July 16, 2018
MassMEP is proud to present the first regional event showcasing the emerging technologies being developed by the Manufacturing USA Institutes. Join us on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at the DCU Center in Worcester for The Future of Manufacturing Symposium and discover future technologies opportunities for U.S. businesses and education institutions. Why You Should Attend: Exclusive […]
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Is Your Business in Compliance with DoD Cybersecurity Regulations?

  • On April 25, 2018
What’s Trending in Manufacturing By John Killam, President, MassMEP In 2017, the DoD issued a mandate that by December 31, 2017, all DoD contractors (including small businesses) must meet minimum cybersecurity requirements or risk losing DoD business.Manufacturing companies that produce products for contractors of the Department of Defense (DoD) face new challenges when it comes […]
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MassMEP Presents Manufacturing Leadership Award to North Easton Machine Company

  • On February 27, 2018
MassMEP Presents Manufacturing Leadership Award to North Easton Machine Company Worcester, MA – MassMEP, the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership, is pleased to present the 2nd annual Jack Healy Manufacturing Leadership Award to North Easton Machine Company, Inc. North Easton is being recognized for their dedication to training and for building a skilled workforce. “MassMEP is […]
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MassMEP Diversifies Accelerated CNC Training Program, Partners with Seven Hills Foundation

  • On February 20, 2018
For more information please contact: Kathie Mahoney, kathiem@massmep.org Worcester, MA – This February, nine participants in the MassMEP Accelerated CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Skills Training Program completed their training and received advanced MACWIC certification. The graduates spent seven weeks participating in an intensive experience that incorporates both classroom and hands-on curriculum to prepare them for […]
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MassMEP Launches New Mechanical Skill Training Program

  • On February 12, 2018
For More Information Contact: – Kathie Mahoney, kathiem@massmep.org MassMEP Launches New Mechanical Skill Training Program Worcester, MA – MassMEP, the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership, recently celebrated the graduation of the first class of students to complete Mechanical Systems Skills Training, a comprehensive new training program in mechanical power transmission for the shop floor. Participants learn […]
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MassMEP Graduates Manufacturing-Trained Workers in the More Skilled Workers Program

  • On March 21, 2017
Worcester, MA – MassMEP recently celebrated the graduation of students who participated in the Advanced CNC Program funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The graduation was attended by Representatives Jeffrey Roy and Daniel Donahue, Senator Michael Moore, and the graduates’ family members. At the ceremony, Rep. […]
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MassMEP Announces New Board Chair

  • On January 18, 2017
Worcester, MA – Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MassMEP), an economic development and management consulting organization committed to assisting small and mid-size manufacturers compete and grow in the global economy, is pleased to announce the election by unanimous vote of the new chair of the board of directors, William Sullivan. Mr. Sullivan, who joined the MassMEP […]
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More than 750 educated through training programs

  • On December 12, 2016
Two Central Massachusetts training programs have completed educating employees at 17 different manufacturing companies, creating 40 new jobs and retaining 32 employees as a result. The programs funded by the Workforce Training Fund Program managed by the Commonwealth Corp. offered education with the goal of updating the skills of the companies’ workforces. The trainings were […]
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MassMEP’s Bauer Appointed to Mass Workforce Board Association Executive Committee

  • On October 13, 2016
Worcester, MA – At the Massachusetts Workforce Board Association Joint Summer Meeting, Ted Bauer, Director Workforce Development Strategies at MassMEP, was appointed to the Association’s Executive Committee. Secretary Ronald Walker, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, was in attendance. Ted Bauer serves on the Central Massachusetts Workforce Investment Board(CMWIB) and also chairs the Career […]
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