Why CMTA?
We fight for manufacturers.
CMTA is the go-to for everything manufacturing. We filter all the information, so you don’t have to, and provide you with what “You Need to Know.” CMTA members receive access to trusted advisers and exclusive services that directly help manufacturers stay competitive so they can continue to manufacture in California.
Advocacy
Our professional staff has decades of experience advocating for and against bills and regulations that matter to you. Hundreds of manufacturers, large, medium, and small, depend on us to protect their interests.
- Engage with statewide leaders on manufacturing issues
- Shape competitive policy by participating in our policy committees. Learn more here
- Provide input on regulatory reform
- Receive critical updates and alerts on legislative information, manufacturing data, and weekly messages from CMTA’s CEO
Employment Training Funds & Certification Programs
- Receive funds for training your employees through the Employment Training Panel (ETP) partnership with CMTA
- Receive up to five free licenses through Peak Performance’s Employee Safety Program
- Train your employees with a variety of safety, workplace harassment, and diversity, equity and inclusion training courses with a special offer for CMTA members from Peak Performance.
Marketing Benefits
- Access to an award-winning storytelling team to build your company’s portfolio and brand through videos, photos, social media content and content-strategy meetings
- Inclusive promotions on Sacramento’s ABC News affiliate, ABC10
- Your company featured in CMTA newsletters, website and on social media
- Sponsorship opportunities. Learn more here
Money Saving Programs
- Receive a discount on your Worker’s Comp Insurance when you become a CMTA member and receive an additional discount on your Worker’s Comp Insurance when you enroll in CompScience AI technology to lower the risk of injury in the workplace
- Access to the National Association of Manufactures’ Workplace for supply chain needs
- Access to CMTA’s conference room. Learn more here
- Opportunities for tax credits
For more information on joining CMTA, fill out the membership inquiry form, and the CMTA team will follow up with you
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Events
Deadline to Apply: Women MakingCA Conference Call for Speakers
Are you interested in speaking at our Women MakingCA Conference on March 13, 2025? The conference brings together manufacturing leaders for a day, providing valuable networking opportunities. CMTA events are attended by C-level business leaders, manufacturing employees, manufacturing advocates, and education and government partners. The event format will have panels and several speakers, with an awards program to honor our Women Making California award winners. The deadline to apply is January 10, 2025. Apply Here
Deadline to Nominate: Women MakingCA Awards
Celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women in California’s manufacturing industry at CMTA’s Annual Women MakingCA Conference and awards ceremony hosted every March during Women’s History Month. 2025’s conference will be on March 13th in Sacramento, CA, at the prestigious Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. The deadline to nominate is January 17, 2025. Nominate Here
Back to Session Open House
CMTA Office 1121 L Street Suite 700, Sacramento, CA, United StatesJoin us for appetizers, refreshments, and networking on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. Please RSVP to Catalina Lira at clira@cmta.net. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTkj8IYP9KM
4th Annual Women MakingCA Conference & Awards
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel 500 J Street, Sacramento, CA, United StatesJoin CMTA for an exciting in-person event at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento, CA, on March 13, 2025. The Women Making California Event is all about celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of women in California's manufacturing industry. Come and be inspired by the stories and experiences of remarkable women who have made a significant impact in various fields. Network with like-minded individuals and expand your connections. This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and empower each other. Don't miss out on this incredible gathering of talented women. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Women MakingCA Event! Buy tickets here. Watch last year's Women MakingCA Event in the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwRAEI1YmEQ
CMTA Annual Membership & Board of Directors Meeting
Parker Palm Springs 4200 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, United StatesJoin us for CMTA's Annual Membership Meeting & Board Meeting at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs on March 26 & 27, 2025. We will be returning to this iconic property that has attracted Hollywood icons for decades and was previously owned by Gene Autry. This is an exclusive CMTA members-only event. This is an opportunity to network with fellow manufacturers and business leaders and hear from incredible speakers regarding the state of our manufacturing industry. As part of the two-day event, we will be have an optional golf networking event on Wednesday morning, March 26, 2025, with a Welcome Reception for all registered attendees at the Parker Hotel that evening. We will hold our Annual Membership Meeting & Board Meeting during the day at the Parker Hotel on Thursday, March 27, 2025, and will close our events with a highly anticipated dinner under the stars. Our guests receive exclusive rates of $389 per night at the Parker Palm Springs, including 10% off spa services. Attendees must reserve rooms at the hotel, as only Parker Hotel guests are allowed on the property. CMTA will contact you to facilitate room reservations. March 26, 2025: Golf Networking Event and Evening Welcome Reception […]
CMTA Board of Directors Meeting
Join us on June 25, 2025, for the CMTA Board of Directors Meeting.
National Manufacturing Day
Celebrated annually on the first Friday in October, with events continuing throughout the month and beyond, MFG Day—Manufacturing Day—is a national grassroots movement that demonstrates the reality and future of modern manufacturing careers. Thousands of companies and educational institutions nationwide are invited to open their doors to students, parents, educators and community leaders. Several CMTA members will host tours this day, including Bishop-Wisecarver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV-O7M3BMHQ
4th Annual CMTA Foundation Golf Tournament
Valley Hi Country Club Elk Grove, CAThe 4th Annual CMTA Research & Education Foundation Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, October 20th, at the Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove, CA. This event is to raise funds for scholarships for the next generation to pursue a career in the manufacturing industry. Register Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20zyWzZwUtU
CMTA Board of Directors Meeting
Join us on October 22, 2025, for the CMTA Board of Directors Meeting.