We sit down with Ann Franz, Executive Director of the NEW Manufacturing Alliance (NEWMA), to discuss innovative strategies for addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Ann shares how NEWMA has successfully built powerful partnerships between manufacturers and educational institutions to create a sustainable talent pipeline.
Discover practical insights on:
-How to develop effective industry-education collaborations that actually work.
-Strategies for attracting young talent to manufacturing careers
-Building apprenticeship and training programs that meet real industry needs
-The future of manufacturing workforce development in a digital economy
-Creating regional solutions to manufacturing talent shortages
Whether you're a manufacturing leader struggling with workforce challenges, an IT professional supporting the industry, or an educator preparing students for future careers, this conversation provides actionable takeaways to help bridge the skills gap and strengthen American manufacturing.