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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. 

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Press Release

Porsche Consulting Joins CMTA’s Member Network

Apr 9, 2025

Sacramento, Calif.The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member Porsche Consulting to the organization in March. The consulting firm is a leading management consultancy from Germany with offices located around the world. It was founded in 1994 out of the successful transformation of Porsche into one of the world’s most profitable and admired sports and luxury car companies.

“It’s with great pride and excitement that we welcome Porsche Consulting to CMTA,” said Lance Hastings, President & CEO of CMTA. “As the industry evolves, having a partner like Porsche Consulting—rooted in world-class strategy and efficiency—will help California manufacturers stay competitive and drive forward innovation.”

Porsche Consulting works with companies globally to assist in strategic development and performance management. With a strong operational heritage, Porsche Consulting is uniquely positioned to deliver its expertise across a diverse set of industries, from mobility to life sciences, from industrial goods to energy and aerospace, and from construction to consumer goods.

“We are excited to join CMTA and look forward to contributing to the dynamic manufacturing community throughout California,” said Gregor Harman, President & CEO – North America, at Porsche Consulting. “With a mutual goal of supporting businesses through innovation, Porsche Consulting is thrilled to work alongside CMTA to foster sustainable growth across the industry.”

The consultancy has supported some of the world’s largest companies in solving complex problems around operations strategy, performance improvement, supply chain management, procurement, and digital transformation.

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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 $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 $2,500 higher than other non-farm employers in the state.

About Porsche Consulting

Porsche Consulting is a leading consultancy for putting strategies into practice, they have a clear mission: to generate competitive advantage based on measurable results. They think strategically and act pragmatically — while always focusing on people.

They provide excellence in the fields of Strategy and Organization, Brand and Sales, Development and Technology, as well as Operations from locations in Germany, Italy, France, China, Brazil, and the U.S.

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