MPMA Committees

Your trade association works best when YOU are in the middle of the action. Plus, you’ll build valuable relationships with a group of industry associates. It’s a win-win situation! Join an MPMA committee and watch what kind of a difference it can make for the association and for your business!

Education / Programs Committee:
This committee drives the content of the management education workshops (MEW) and the content of the monthly membership meetings. Activities include identifying speakers and topics for workshops and meetings.

Government Relations Committee:
This committee is responsible for monitoring legislative activities that impact members and notify members through legislative updates. Members of this committee are involved with the Manufacturing Coalition and other grass roots lobbying opportunities made available from time to time.

Membership Committee:
This committee focuses on membership retention and recruitment. Activities include the evaluation, development and implementation of membership benefits and an annual membership recruitment campaign. The group also oversees the development and management of MPMA Leadership Councils. In addition, this committee is responsible for public relations for the association including press releases regarding the association, media interviews and the branding of the association. This committee is also responsible for the Web site.

Special Events Committee:
These committees plan special events such as Golden Gloves, Open Golf, Grand View, Motorhead, IMTS and other events that may occur from time to time. Duties include the development of marketing and promotional materials, logistical planning and fundraising.

Workforce Development Committee:
This committee focuses on the development and implementation of various workforce development activities of the association, including workforce enhancement education workshops (WEEW). The mission of this committee is to support industry through workforce development. The goals of this committee are:
- Identify the educational needs of the industry
- Supporting current trends within the industry
- Increase awareness of job opportunities in the industry
- Connecting with industry peers

 

To learn more about a committee or to inquire about how to join a committee, call or email Luann Bartley at 952.564.3041 or luann@mpma.com.