Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Tandem PV, an innovative solar energy startup, to the organization today. The Silicon Valley startup is leading the charge to develop and commercialize a more powerful and...
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.
Digital Consultancy Firm Hitachi Digital Services Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Hitachi Digital Services to the organization today. Hitachi Digital Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., is an edge-to-core digital consultancy and...
Manufacturing Minute: Siemens Mobility Selected to Manufacture Trains for High-Speed Rail Project
This week's Manufacturing Minute brings forth exciting developments shaping the future of the nation's high-speed rail ambitions and industry growth in the Golden State. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MpVhnc_AOI Siemens High-Speed Rail Project Siemens Mobility, a...
Fremont Economic Development Department Partners with CMTA in First-of-its-Kind Collaboration
This is the first city partnership in CMTA history. Sacramento, Calif. – In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) and the City of Fremont’s Economic Development Department are entering a private-public...
‘This could really impact the manufacturing sector right here in California’: Study Says Manufacturing in U.S. Could Need Up to 3.8 Million Workers
Sacramento, Calif. – As many as 3.8 million manufacturing jobs will need to be filled in the next decade as the industry continues to advance post-pandemic, according to a new study by Deloitte and the Manufacturing Institute. California Manufacturers and Technology...
Profile Series: Meet Beau Huiskens, the CEO of Taurus Fabrication
In our latest Profile Series highlighting the incredible leaders behind California’s manufacturers, discover the story behind the success of a California manufacturing business rooted in generations of craftsmanship. Beau Huiskens, CEO of Taurus Fabrication and CMTA...
Opportunity Stanislaus and California Manufacturers & Technology Association Announce Strategic Partnership
Opportunity Stanislaus (OS) and the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) forge a dynamic partnership to strengthen the manufacturing sector in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and across California. Sacramento, Calif. – Recognizing the pivotal...
Op-Ed: Statewide water supply target supports California’s manufacturers
OPINION – Water use in California is typically thought of in three parts: water for the environment (50%), water for agriculture (40%), and water for communities (10%) per the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC). As a result, “ag” is the sector of the economy...
Government Relations Update: Two Bills That Could Impact California Manufacturers
This month's Government Relations Update video delves into crucial legislative developments impacting California's manufacturing sector. California legislation's fiscal deadline is April 26th. All bills with a fiscal impact are due for consideration by the...
Microgrid Industry Leader, Enchanted Rock, Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) officially welcomed Enchanted Rock, an industry leader in electrical resiliency-as-a-service, to the organization today. Enchanted Rock is leading the way with its innovative...
Press Release
English as a Second Language Course Available to Your Frontline Workers
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) has achieved a significant milestone, securing a $500,000 training grant from the state’s Employment Training Panel (ETP). This funding is earmarked for a vital initiative – enhancing employee workforce literacy. The ultimate goal is to establish and expand workplace literacy training, encompassing English proficiency, digital literacy, and math skills to benefit California workers.
Through the help of CMTA’s industry partner, Voxy, learners are set to benefit immensely, gaining access to Voxy’s comprehensive English online platform. This resource is not limited to a self-study avenue but extends to engaging interactive sessions in private and group formats. Moreover, learners can seamlessly engage with this platform across various devices – a mobile phone, computer, or tablet.
The impact of improving English proficiency is far-reaching. Beyond boosting communication confidence, it resonates tangibly across productivity, collaboration, professional growth, training effectiveness, and employee retention. This initiative holds the promise of shaping a more skilled and empowered workforce.
You can start enrolling your workers now! For more information, please reach out to Nathan Daily at ndaily@cmta.net.
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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 CMTA’s website.
About Voxy
Voxy is an innovative corporate training solution that has been used successfully by hundreds of corporate clients around the world to upskill their teams.
Our AI-driven platform, accessed both on desktop and any mobile device, allows each learner to follow a fully personalized and highly engaging learning experience. Voxy’s comprehensive content library covers more than 80 technical and soft skill courses and 26,000+ English lessons taken from renowned resources such as Associated Press, the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and more. Voxy courses are accompanied by certified teachers who offer round-the-clock, remote live instruction, empowering people to improve communication, foster collaboration, and grow global businesses. Our scalable solution, facilitated by our comprehensive admin reporting dashboard, results in an effortlessly inclusive program, designed to drive results for modern learners. Backed by leading investors in education and technology, Voxy was founded in New York City and has teams across the US, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Spain, Ireland, Italy, UK, Malaysia and Thailand. For more info, please visit https://voxy.com/.