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SUMMARY:L&L - How Manufacturers Are Rethinking Transportation Management
DESCRIPTION:From Freight Chaos to Control How Manufacturers Are Rethinking Transportation Management Many manufacturers are still operating with fragmented freight models — plant-by-plant shipping decisions\, a mix of carrier-direct and brokerage relationships\, and limited visibility across the network. In this session\, we’ll explore why that model is breaking down and how leading manufacturers are centralizing transportation through structured 3PL partnerships and control tower approaches to improve cost\, service\, and visibility. \nParticipants will walk away with:\n\nClear indicators that it may be time to centralize transportation management\nA practical framework for evaluating whether to manage freight in-house or outsource\nInsight into what a modern “control tower” model actually looks like (people\, process\, and technology — not just software)\nA checklist for evaluating 3PL partners beyond price alone\nReal-world examples of how manufacturers are reducing freight chaos and improving decision-making\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nSupply Chain Directors and Managers\nLogistics / Transportation Managers\nOperations Leaders\nPlant Managers\nProcurement Leaders\nCFO’s or Finance Leaders involved in freight spend oversight\n\nThis session is especially valuable for mid-sized manufacturers experiencing growth\, freight complexity\, or visibility challenges across multiple locations   •  This session is especially valuable for mid-sized manufacturers experiencing growth\, freight complexity\, or visibility challenges across multiple locations   •  Register HereMore About the Presenter
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ll-how-manufacturers-are-rethinking-transportation-management/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Networking Event
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SUMMARY:L&L: Adapt or Be Dropped - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled Pending Reschedule\nAdapt or Be Dropped: Why ESG is No Longer Optional for the SME Supply Chain\n \nThe Sky is Falling for Unprepared Suppliers \nFor years\, SMEs have viewed ESG as a “big company” problem\, a distraction involving paperwork and jargon. That era is over. OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers have committed to carbon neutrality. To hit those targets\, they must address their “Scope 3” emissions\, which is a polite way of saying your carbon footprint. They are no longer just “encouraging” sustainability; they are weaponizing it as a procurement requirement. A recent Bain & Company survey of 750 industry leaders found that over the next three years\, 70% will shift business away from suppliers that cannot prove their sustainability credentials. If you aren’t already measuring your Greenhouse Gas (GHG) output and ESG performance\, you aren’t just behind; you are at risk of being de-sourced. \nWhy the “Wait and See” Strategy is Fatal\nMost SMEs believe they can “cram” for ESG once the requirement hits their desk. They are wrong. Building a compliant ESG program and managing GHG data takes months\, sometimes years\, of cultural and operational shifting. By the time an OEM asks for your EcoVadis or SAQ 5.0 score\, it’s already too late to start. I am dedicated to helping SMEs realize the gravity of this shift before the contract cancellations begin. This webinar moves past the “feel-good” fluff of sustainability and focuses on the harsh reality of the modern supply chain: Comply or exit. \nWhat You Will Learn (Before it’s Too Late):\n\nThe Looming Deadline: Why 2026 is the “Cliff” for Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers.\nThe “Scope 3” Trap: How your customers’ carbon targets are about to become your biggest liability.\nEcoVadis & SAQ 5.0: Why these scores are the new “License to Operate” in manufacturing.\nThe Survival Roadmap: How to implement a “right-sized” ESG program now to protect your current contracts and win the business your competitors are about to lose.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\nThe Reality Check: A clear-eyed look at the OEM mandates currently heading your way.\nBeyond ISO 14001: Why your old environmental certifications won’t save you from new ESG requirements.\nLow-Cost Defenses: Practical steps to begin reporting without breaking your budget.\n\n•    The Reality Check: A clear-eyed look at the OEM mandates currently heading your way.    •    Beyond ISO 14001: Why your old environmental certifications won’t save you from new ESG requirements.    •    Low-Cost Defenses: Practical steps to begin reporting without breaking your budget.•    The Reality Check: A clear-eyed look at the OEM mandates currently heading your way.    •    Beyond ISO 14001: Why your old environmental certifications won’t save you from new ESG requirements.    •    Low-Cost Defenses: Practical steps to begin reporting without breaking your budget.The Bottom Line: You can view ESG as a burden\, or you can see it as the only way to keep your doors open. The “sky” isn’t just falling; the ground is shifting. This webinar will show you how to plant your feet. \nLunch&Learn CANCELLEDAbout the Speaker: Robert Ciranna\nRobert Ciranna is the President of True North Sustainable Growth and a 40-year veteran of the automotive manufacturing sector. With an engineering and global sales background at companies like Ford Motor Company\, Sherwin-Williams\, and Henkel\, Robert doesn’t just understand ESG; he understands the high-stakes reality of the manufacturing floor. He is the author of The Six Pillars of Sustainable Growth and The Six Pillars of Sales Excellence. Robert holds engineering degrees from Miami University and the University of Michigan\, with ESG certifications from Duke University and the Center for Sustainability and Excellence. He specializes in turning a “compliance threat” into a competitive fortress for SMEs. Contact: bob@b2bsalesgrowth.com | 248-974-0851 \nby: Freepick
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ll-adapt-or-be-dropped/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Session,Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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SUMMARY:FleetGlue - L&L
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn • Transform Your Operation with Plug&Play Automation\nSee how FleetGlue and JAMA are changing the game\, making it possible to launch robots and automation in minutes rather than months – all without integrators or custom coding. FleetGlue – Tuesday\, January 13 – Register Here \n \nby: Freepick \nClick for More Details Register HereMore about Conduit/FleetGlue
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/fleetglue-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Session,Lunch & Learn
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SUMMARY:Offices Closed for the Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Our offices will be closed for the New Years holiday starting Wednesday\, December 31 at 8:00 am.We will reopen on Monday\, January 5th during normal business hours. \nWishing you a safe & happy New Year!
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/offices-closed-for-the-holiday-2/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Offices Closed
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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SUMMARY:Offices Closed for the Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Our offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday starting Tuesday\, December 23 at 12:00 pm.We will reopen on Friday\, December 26 during normal business hours. \nWishing you a safe & happy holiday season!
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/offices-closed-for-the-holiday/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Offices Closed
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SUMMARY:Jackson County Manufacturing Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:September 24\, 2025 (Wednesday)\nSet-up: 12 PM – 3 PM\nVendors set up exhibits and booths for the tradeshow.\nAttendees: Vendors and exhibitors only \nNetworking Mixer: 3 PM – 5 PM (Cash Bar)\nAn opportunity for vendors to meet\, exchange ideas\, and form potential business relationships before the public event. \nAttendees: Vendors and exhibitors only \n\nSeptember 25\, 2025 (Thursday)\nMain Event – Open to the Public\nTime: 10 AM – 7 PM \nWho Should Attend:\nManufacturers (bring marketing employees or those most knowledgeable about your company)\, Jackson community members\, business leaders\, potential customers\, suppliers\, and public attendees curious about local manufacturing. \nExhibit Hall:\nExplore local manufacturers’ exhibits showcasing products and services.  \nAttendees: Public\, manufacturers\, business representatives \n\nSeptember 26\, 2025 (Friday)\nStudent Showcase for 11th and 12th Graders of Michigan\nTime: 9 AM – 2 PM \nWho Should Attend:\nMarketing employees or those knowledgeable about your company\, as well as HR representatives for potential talent recruitment.  \nAttendees: High school students\, educators\, career counselors \nStudent-Focused Exhibits:\nInteractive booths for students to learn about different manufacturing processes and career opportunities. \nNetworking with HR Representatives:\nStudents will have the chance to meet with HR professionals from local manufacturers to discuss internships\, apprenticeships\, and career pathways. If the students have a resume\, tell them to bring it! Employers at the tradeshow get excited when students bring resumes\, and it’s a great chance to stand out and start networking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTradeshow Highlights\nBreakout Sessions for Vendors (Location: Tremaine Room) \nWorkforce Development in Manufacturing\nTime: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM \nAutomation & Robotics\nTime: 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM \nDigital Transformation in Manufacturing\nTime: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM \nCybersecurity in Manufacturing\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nBest Practices in Supply Chain Management\nTime: 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM \nSustainability/Green Energy in Manufacturing\nTime: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/jackson-county-manufacturing-trade-show/
LOCATION:American 1 Event Center\, 128 W. Ganson Street\, Jackson\, MI\, 49201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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