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News & Insights
We’re changing the narrative of the manufacturing industry one story at a time. CMTA’s award-winning storytelling team showcases California’s 30,000 manufacturers by uplifting the voices of our makers. Find industry news and the stories from those “Making California” below.
Manufacturing Minute: Governor Newsom meets with California Manufacturers at APEC
Find out how California’s manufacturers were involved in APEC 2023 on this week's Manufacturing Minute with Ananda Rochita. ⚙️ How California's Governor Newsom engaged with our manufacturers ⚙️ Hear about this year's Women MakingCA Nominations. Go to...
Manufacturing Minute: UC Berkeley Teams Up With NASA
Find out what's happening in California's manufacturing industry on this week's Manufacturing Minute with Ananda Rochita. ⚙️ BP Pulse Makes a Historic Deal with Tesla ⚙️ UC Berkeley Teams Up With NASA ⚙️ Women Making California Award Nominations open Nov. 15...
CMTA Welcomes Financial Institution, JP Morgan Chase, to Organization
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed JP Morgan Chase & Co. to the organization today. JP Morgan Chase is a leading global financial services firm with a rich history of over 200 years and assets of $3.9...
Manufacturing Minute: Details on Stratolaunch’s Contract with the U.S. Air Force
Find out what's happening in California's manufacturing industry on this week's Manufacturing Minute with Ananda Rochita. ⚙️ Siemens Mobility's New Project in Sacramento ⚙️ Bayer’s Huge Investment in Berkeley ⚙️ Stratolaunch’s Brand-New Contract ⚙️ The CA...
Tesla Model Y Wins Inaugural ‘Coolest Thing Made in California’ Competition
Sacramento, Calif. – The moment we've all been waiting for has arrived – in a thrilling conclusion to the "Coolest Thing Made in California" competition, Tesla's Model Y emerged as the undisputed champion, solidifying its place as the pinnacle of California...
World-Class Transformer Manufacturer, Pacific Transformer, Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. –The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Pacific Transformer to the organization. Pacific Transformer, located in Anaheim, California, designs and manufactures custom transformers and magnetic products from...
Manufacturing Minute: How the Recent COVID Surge is Impacting CA Manufacturers
Find out what's happening in the manufacturing industry on this week's Manufacturing Minute with Ananda Rochita. ⚙️ A new manufacturing grant for a California school ⚙️ How the recent COVID-19 surge is impacting CA manufacturers ⚙️ A new era for a well-known cereal...
Automotive Accessory Manufacturer, T-Rex Truck Products, Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. –The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed T-Rex Truck Products, Inc. to the organization today. The off-road accessory and utility rack manufacturer operates its three brands, T-Rex Grilles, Zroadz Off-Road Products...
With Four Products Remaining, What is the Coolest Thing Made in California?
Sacramento, Calif. – The first-ever finalists of the Coolest Thing Made in California competition hosted by the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) were announced today. From a pool of 100 nominated products and almost 77,000 votes later, the...
Press Release
2nd Annual Women Making CA Event Celebrates Women in Manufacturing on International Women’s Day
“Women have amazing potential to contribute to the manufacturing industry, but for them to reach that – the opportunities must be provided. Male leaders’ conscious inclusion of diverse women will create an infusion of unique perspectives to the manufacturing industry that will continue to put California at the forefront with their insight, engagement, and inclusion,” said Lance Hastings, CEO & President of CMTA. “We hope this event is a catalyst for important and courageous conversations that must take place throughout our industry as we face the reality that women are still underrepresented, yet integral to our future success.”
- Chief Inspiration Officer of SHE IS CHEVAL, & former “Say Yes to the Dress”designer, CHEVAL
- Fox News White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich
- Director of Boeing’s MAF Production Operations Jennifer Boland-Masterson
- Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Membership Manager Kara Mayner
- Communication Expert Karen Laos
“CMTA is dedicated to uplifting female leaders and voices at all levels as we work to change the narrative of the manufacturing industry,” said Ananda Rochita, Vice President of Communications, CMTA. “Women MakingCA was an amazing opportunity for us to recognize the important role that women have played in the success of the manufacturing industry, and to inspire the next generation of women in manufacturing.”
Pamela Kan, President of Bishop-Wisecarver was awarded Manufacturer of the Year, Debra Griffin, MUN CPAs was awarded Service Provider of the Year, and QMP, Inc.was awarded Innovator of the Year.
CMTA remains dedicated to supporting not only women but diverse populations. This past year, the nonprofit organization re-launched its CMTA Foundation to provide scholarships for the next generation.
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About CMTA:
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association 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 $300 billion per year, roughly 10 percent of the total economic output of the state. Manufacturers employ 1.3 million Californians paying wages more than $25,000 higher than other non-farm employers in the state. For more information, visit the CMTA website.