Manufacturing needs a lot of help to stay competitive. Businesses and jobs are on the line everyday in this vital sector of our economy. This article is about an important resource trying to help midwestern states cope with the effects of global manufacturing competition. A client of mine, Magnet (Cleveland, Ohio) is an active member of the Council.
The Great Lakes Manufacturing Council is a membership organization representing industry, non-governmental organizations, trade associations, organized labor, educational and financial institutions, economic development groups, chambers of commerce, governments and others united to promote, enhance and preserve manufacturing in the Great Lakes Region.
Goals
To develop and pursue a common agenda that will result in a regional competitive advantage for the Great Lakes region and preserve the prosperity of the region.
To establish shared goals to maintain and increase the competitive advantages of manufacturing in the Great Lakes region.
To develop an effective, interactive network among all stakeholders focused on the success of manufacturing in the Great Lakes region.
To develop, implement and advance the use of best practices throughout the region related to common themes of image, innovation, and logistics & borders.
Resources & Publications
GLMC Forum Report
GLMC Strategic Plan
GLMC March 2006 Presentation
GLMC/CME March 06 Presentation
GLMC June 2005 Tech Ed Summit
Brookings May ‘06 Great Lakes Economic Initiative [PDF Download]
Magnet: Creating an Environment for Innovation in Northeasy Ohio [PDF Download]
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