The Center to Advance Manufacturing is the crucial conduit between industry, higher education, economic development, and government in Northwest Ohio. As an innovation hub, we facilitate partnerships that allow manufacturers to tackle their largest obstacles. We do this through the support of our signatory educational partners (Bowling Green State University, Owens Community College, and the University of Findlay), who bring unparalleled access to training, education, research, workforce solutions, data collection and analysis, and much more. | BGSU / The Center to Advance Manufacturing |
CIFT is your partner in solutions and innovation for manufacturing, agribusiness, and food processors. We have extensive expertise to help you grow and stay competitive. Our mission is to make the Ohio manufacturing industry stronger through our services, education, and resources. | Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) |
A results-driven advisory firm that optimizes business outcomes in financial, technology, workforce, and operational areas. Clark Schaefer Hackett is a top 100 accounting and advisory firm with more than 80 years of experience serving manufacturing and distribution clients, ranging in size from closely held businesses to multi-national corporations. | Clark Schaefer Hackett |
Clark State Community College offers its students a variety of manufacturing-related degrees and certificate programs. Degrees include industrial technology, manufacturing engineering technology, and mechanical engineering technology. Certificate programs include additive manufacturing, CNC, industrial maintenance, and welding. | Clark State College |
One partner offering multiple service solutions. The MEP at Columbus State is a full-service solutions provider for Central Ohio manufacturers. From consulting and product development to education and talent acquisition, we partner with you to grow your business. | Columbus State Community College |
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center prepares youth and adults to enter, compete, advance, and lead in an ever changing world of work, college, and careers. | Cuyahoga Valley Career Center |
Manufacturers often feel frustrated or overwhelmed when they don’t have what they need to solve a problem. FastLane advisors get you to solutions faster to make your life easier. | FastLane |
Silver Star Protection Group delivers comprehensive security and risk management solutions, combining expertise in physical security, technology integration, and strategic assessments to safeguard people, assets, and operations. Our customized approach enhances safety, resilience, and operational continuity across diverse industries. | Silver Star Protection Group |
Traba is an operations-focused, tech-enabled staffing solution that partners with manufacturers across Ohio. Our experts staff Production Associates, Assemblers, Machine Operators, Forklift/Tow Motor, and other production and warehouse roles. Traba takes a unique approach to staffing by leveraging a dedicated team of operators and technology to reduce costs and improve a manufacturer’s labor acquisition and retention. | Traba |
Full-service law firm with an employment relations practice. | Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease LLP |