Every October, manufacturers across the country open their doors to students, educators, and communities to celebrate Manufacturing Day (MFG Day)—an initiative that began in 2012 with the mission of showcasing modern manufacturing careers and changing perceptions of the industry. What started as a grassroots effort has grown into a nationwide

Maryland MEP established the Manufacturing HR Peer Group in 2022 to support industry leaders across the state. In October 2024, the HR Peer Group concluded its third year with the participation of thirteen companies, including Tata Consumer Products, Miltec UV, Canam Steel, Elite Spice, Pompeian, Saft, Paul Reed Smith Guitars,

For the eighth year in a row, Maryland MEP has been leading the charge on manufacturing internships in Maryland and across the county. In June, the 2024 Maryland Manufacturing Internship Program kicked off with 24 interns inside 12 manufacturing companies including Phoenix Mecano, Coty, Hardwire LLC, Miltec UV, EFI Group,

On June 6, 2024, Maryland MEP and RMI hosted the second annual Energy and Environment for Maryland Manufacturers (E2M2) Summit, in partnership with the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA). Held in Columbia, MD the half-day event was attended by nearly 150 leaders from manufacturing, sustainability and industry to discuss energy efficiency,