Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) today announced that Cepheid has joined the association as a new member, adding to CMTA’s growing network of California manufacturers advancing life sciences, innovation, production, and high-quality jobs across the state.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Cepheid maintains manufacturing operations in both California’s Silicon Valley and Central Valley, supporting production of diagnostic technologies used in healthcare settings globally. The company’s sites reflect the geographic and industrial diversity of the state’s manufacturing industry.
“Manufacturers like Cepheid are proof that California remains a place where advanced manufacturing can thrive,” said Lance Hastings, President & CEO of CMTA. “CMTA is thrilled to welcome them to our growing roster of life science members. Their footprint across multiple regions of the state adds an important perspective as we advocate for policies that allow manufacturers to grow and compete.”
“The team at Cepheid is pleased to join CMTA and connect with others in the community that recognize the important role of manufacturers in California,” said Anupama Mokkapati, SVP of Operations at Cepheid. “Our success in providing fast, accurate diagnostic solutions relies on advanced manufacturing and robust supply chains. Becoming part of CMTA shows our dedication to supporting policies that foster innovation and enhance patient care.”
As a CMTA member, Cepheid will participate in statewide policy discussions focused on workforce development, manufacturing competitiveness, supply chain reliability, and creating an environment where manufacturers can continue to thrive in California.
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About CMTA
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) has advocated for pro-growth laws and regulations before the California legislature and administrative agencies since 1918. The total output from manufacturing in California is $382 billion per year, roughly 10 percent of the total economic output of the state. Manufacturers employ 1.2 million Californians paying wages more than $2,500 higher than other non-farm employers in the state.
About Cepheid
Cepheid is dedicated to improving healthcare by pioneering molecular diagnostics that combine speed, accuracy, and flexibility. The company’s GeneXpert®systems and Xpert® tests automate highly complex and time-consuming manual procedures, providing A Better Way for institutions of any size to perform world-class PCR testing. Cepheid’s broad test portfolio spans respiratory infections, blood virology, women’s and sexual health, TB and emerging infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infectious diseases, oncology and human genetics. The company’s solutions deliver actionable results where they are needed most—from central laboratories and hospitals to near-patient settings. For more information, visit http://www.cepheid.com.