Manufacturing Month 2024: Events in Washington State
Manufacturing (MFG) Day highlights modern manufacturing careers through events starting on the first Friday in October, and continuing throughout the month. MFG Day encourages thousands of companies and educational institutions around the nation to open their doors to students, parents, teachers and community leaders.
If you’re hosting an event in Washington State - let us know at marketing@impactwashington.org.
View our recap of AWB's 2024 Bus Tour for Manufacturing Month!
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Growth Strategies for U.S. Manufacturers
Hosted by NIST MEP in collaboration with the Small Business Administration (SBA)
When: October 29th, 11:00 a.m. PST
Where: Online
Celebrate Manufacturing Month 2024 and join us for this unique opportunity to learn about tools and strategies that can take U.S. manufacturers to next level sales success! NIST MEP is collaborating with the Small Business Administration (SBA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), U.S. Commercial Service and Census Bureau on a webinar featuring strategies for small and medium-sized manufacturers to grow their sales, expand production capacity and engage in the global marketplace.
The webinar will feature:
- A success story from MEP’s ExporTech, your go-to market strategy program
- An interview with a 2024 winner of the President’s Export Award
- An overview of EXIM’s Make More in America Initiative, strengthening our nation’s supply chains
- An overview of SBA’s new Working Capital Pilot, supporting both domestic and international business
- Brief descriptions of additional federal resources for manufacturers
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Seattle Made Week
When: October 4th-13th
Where: Locations Vary
Discover Seattle Made Week 2024! This 10th annual program features different manufacturers in Washington, showcasing tours, initiatives, panels, and more.
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Manufacturing Matters
Hosted by Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
When: October 3rd from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Where: CenterPlace Regional Event Center, Spokane Valley, WA
Manufacturing Matters highlights the importance of the manufacturing industry in Washington State, featuring a keynote speaker, awards, dinner, and more!
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Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center Open House
Hosted by Edmonds College
When: October 11th from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Where: Paine Field, Everett, WA
The Advanced Manufacturing Skills Center Open House provides the opportunity to learn more about training programs that pave the way for careers in aerospace, maritime, defense, and more.
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AWB Annual Manufacturing Bus Tour
When: October 2nd-9th
Where: Locations vary.
The Association of Washington Businesses (AWB) Bus Tour visits different cities across Washington State, supporting the growth of manufacturing jobs. Impact Washington is excited to partner with AWB's Manufacturing Bus Tour for the fifth year.
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Leadership Acceleration Forum
Hosted by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
When: October 3rd, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Where: CenterPlace Regional Event Center
Convene with local manufacturing leadership as we discuss the top issues affecting our region’s manufacturing industry with a focus on workforce challenges and success stories.
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Manufacturing Suppliers Expo
Hosted by Northwest Aerospace News Magazine
When: October 7th-8th, 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (both days)
Where: Spokane Valley, WA
This expo is open to both attendees and aerospace vendors.
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Hubs Sport Center: Unlock Your Future
Hosted by Hubs Sport Center
When: October 2nd, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Where: Liberty Lake, WA
This event is for 6th-8th grade students to learn about manufacturing jobs and opportunities that don't require a 4-year degree. Manufacturing companies, first-responders, medical industries, and more will be represented.
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Quicksigns LLC (ISA)
Hosted by Manufacturing Institute
When: October 4th
Where: Everett, WA
Quicksigns features different manufacturers in signs, graphics, and visual communications industry. Students have the opportunity to learn about different career opportunities.
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