The journey ends with Part 5: Report Conclusions. Recap the 2024 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report with key insights and future trends. Watch now: bit.ly/4eECnGw Top Floor First Business Bank UWStoutMOC WMEP

Manufacturing is America’s backbone. Cutting the MEP program weakens our supply chain, kills good jobs, and hurts U.S. competitiveness. We can’t afford to make this mistake again. Support American manufacturing. #MEPMatters

Nearly 80% of voters support more funding for manufacturing. Cutting MEP funding goes against public will—and common sense. Stand with U.S. manufacturers. #MEPMatters

Workforce shortages continue to challenge Wisconsin manufacturers, prompting tech and employee investments. Dive into the 2024-2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report for detailed insights: bit.ly/3DsMNN2

Small manufacturers depend on MEP Centers for expert support. Slashing MEP funding puts American industry—and our global edge—at risk. We should be investing more, not less. #MEPMatters

Gorilla Mill, a family-owned WI manufacturer & 2023 Future 50 company, saw $16M+ in impact with help from WMEP! Watch their story of lean, growth & innovation: bit.ly/3G9oRzf #MEPMatters

MEP Centers help small manufacturers grow, reshore, and save costs. Cutting funding undermines our supply chain and reshoring momentum. This hurts real businesses and communities. #MEPMatters

Learn Lean by doing! Join UWStoutMOC’s Lean Legos Simulation on May 7 in Merrill, WI. Build, improve, repeat. Register: bit.ly/3RCjJGq

Food processors: Are you HACCP-ready? Join WMEP for comprehensive food safety training. bit.ly/4j9tLL5

98% of U.S. manufacturers are small/midsize. They rely on the MEP program for expert help with growth, tech, and workforce. Cutting MEP = hurting the foundation of American manufacturing. Support #MEPMatters.

Ever wondered how Lean actually works? Join UWStoutMOC’s Lean Legos Simulation on May 7 in Merrill, WI, and turn concepts into action. You’ll walk away with tools and insight to improve flow, reduce waste, and build a stronger team. Sign up today: bit.ly/3RCjJGq

3D printing in real-world manufacturing? May 13: Jared Wesenick talks Additive Manufacturing in UWStoutMOC's #MfgAdvantageWebinar! bit.ly/3RT4zfQ

Confidence persists among WI manufacturers, but inflation and global competition are rising concerns. Get the full picture in the WI Mfg Report: bit.ly/3DsMNN2

MEP in FY24: ✅ 108K+ jobs created/retained ✅ 35K+ manufacturers supported ✅ $15B in sales ✅ $5B in new investment This is what impact looks like. Don’t cut it—support it. #MEPMatters

Coming soon: The 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report + AI in manufacturing panel. Join us 9/29 in Brookfield or 9/30 in Green Bay. bit.ly/3VFazL0

AI is transforming manufacturing. Hear how WI manufacturers are using it today at the 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report release events. Register: bit.ly/3VFazL0

How are manufacturers using AI on the factory floor? Find out at the 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report events. bit.ly/3VFazL0

Last chance to join the 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report release events + AI panel. Register now: bit.ly/3VFazL0

We’re celebrating Manufacturing Day & Manufacturing Month! This week, we launched the 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report, based on 405 interviews + 4 focus groups statewide. buff.ly/10Cq0rf First Business Bank, Top Floor & @chortekllp helped us bring this report to you!

The 2025 WI Mfg Report shows that workforce remains the top challenge for Wisconsin manufacturers. In response, many are adopting automation, AI, and creative retention strategies. buff.ly/10Cq0rf Thanks to sponsors First Business Bank, Top Floor, @chortekllp!