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MACNY Announces 2024 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductee and Innovator of the Year Award Recipient

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, is pleased to announce Carl Byrne, President & CEO of Byrne Dairy, Inc., as the 2024 Manufacturers Wall of Fame inductee, and Tyler Robillard, Director of...

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Manufacturing Matters: April 2024

View this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Celebrating 111 Years of Innovation, Collaboration, and Transformation in Manufacturing   Page 3 | President's Message: Is...

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In An Instant

In An Instant David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In an instant, everything can change. Born on February 12,1986 in Atlanta Georgia, he grew up in a two-bedroom house with 13...

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Who Are You As A Leader?

Who Are You As A Leader? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders are all different – just like people. Leaders must develop their unique leadership approach. It is vitally important...

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Eric Feldstein Joins MACNY as Training Coordinator

MACNY is pleased to welcome Eric Feldstein to the team as the organization’s Training Coordinator. In this role, Eric will provide support to MACNY’s growing training department by coordinating with...

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Work Has Changed

Work Has Changed Randy Wolken, President & CEO In many ways, today's labor market appears similar to what we experienced before the pandemic. The unemployment rate remains low, the share...

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Making or Breaking

Making or Breaking David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I had the amazing opportunity to spend three days with my colleagues at Maxwell Leadership. I went home with pages...

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Advocating for New York State Manufacturers

Advocating for New York State Manufacturers Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Wednesday of last week, MACNY and our Manufacturers Alliance partners from throughout New York State advocated in Albany...

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Marisa Norcross Promoted to COO

MACNY is pleased to announce the promotion of Marisa Norcross to Chief Operations Officer. Marisa started this new role at the end of 2023. Reporting directly to the President &...

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Women’s History Month: Amplifying the Voices of Young Women in STEM

Women's History Month: Amplifying the Voices of Young Women in STEM Nira Irby, Workforce Development Specialist, Partners for Education & Business, Inc.   In celebration of Women's History Month,...

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Is A Conflict In Asia Inevitable?

Is A Conflict In Asia Inevitable? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Many believe that it is just a matter of time before China invades Taiwan. For decades, China has made...

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Thermometers and Thermostats Revisited

Thermometers and Thermostats Revisited David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Several years ago, I heard a quote that said, “Leaders need to be thermostats, not thermometers.” The premise behind this quote...

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Manufacturing Matters: March 2024

View this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Women's History Month: Amplifying the Voices of Young Women in STEM   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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Manufacturing Advocacy Day In Albany

Manufacturing Advocacy Day In Albany Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Wednesday, February 28th, MACNY and our Manufacturers Alliance partners will travel to Albany to advocate for critical policies to...

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New EPA Air Standard Hurts Manufacturers

New EPA Air Standard Hurts Manufacturers Randy Wolken, President & CEO  The EPA has introduced a significantly stricter National Ambient Air Quality Standard for fine particulate matter by lowering the...

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My Reflections Part 2 – A Reminder of What Matters

My Reflections Part 2 - A Reminder of What Matters David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As promised, I am returning to my 2023 reflections. As I look back on 2023,...

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Your Cybersecurity Risks Grow

Your Cybersecurity Risks Grow Randy Wolken, President & CEO Manufacturers are increasingly under cyber attack. As we begin a new year, we look back at a growing record for manufacturing...

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Amanda Rice Promoted to Manager of Workforce Operations and Advancement

SYRACUSE, NY – MACNY, The Manufacturers Association of Central New York, is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Rice, MPA, to Manager of Workforce Operations and Advancement. Amanda first...

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Courage is Required

Courage Is Required Randy Wolken, President & CEO Times remain uncertain. The conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, along with heightened tensions in Asia, remain. Although recession fears have receded, we...

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Stop Thoughting So Much

Stop Thoughting So Much David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This past week I heard a new word that, well, isn’t actually a word, but maybe should be. That word is...

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Manufacturing Matters: February 2024

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Beyond Smiles: Local Dental Manufacturers Creating Diversity in Dentistry Since 2018   Page 3 |...

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Michael Frame Promoted to Executive Vice President of MACNY

MACNY is excited to announce that Michael Frame has been promoted to Executive Vice President. Mike started in this new role on January 4, 2024. Reporting directly to the President...

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Global Geopolitical Instability Remains A Large Threat

Global Geopolitical Instability Remains A Large Threat Randy Wolken, President & CEO Many things can impact economic growth. The most significant threat identified by CEOs for 2024 is geopolitical instability....

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U.S. Manufacturers Need R&D Tax Deductibility Legislation Now

U.S. Manufacturers Need R&D Tax Deductibility Legislation Now Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) and Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron...

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Highlights From My Reflections – Part 1

Highlights From My Reflections - Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I just finished my year-end reflections so over the next few emails, I will share some highlights. Last...

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What Does a Chief Operations Officer Do Today?

What Does a Chief Operations Officer Do Today? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Many organizations have a Chief Operations Officer (COO). However, not all do. Increasingly, companies are hiring COOs...

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Nominate TODAY for the Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Award!

We are collecting nominations for MACNY's 2024 Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Award! Award recipients will be honored at MACNY's 111th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing on...

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2024 Manufacturing Outlook

2024 Manufacturing Outlook Randy Wolken, President & CEO What will 2024 look like for manufacturers? This is a key question MACNY members are asking as we enter the new year....

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In Every Block of Stone

In Every Block of Stone David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This past week I was watching a Christmas movie with my wife and heard this amazing comment, “within every block...

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Manufacturing Matters: January 2024

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY's Reimagined New Year Celebration! Join us on January 18.   Page 3 | President's...

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Happy New Year From MACNY!

Happy New Year From MACNY! Randy Wolken, President & CEO 2024 promises challenge, change, and growth. Our national economy is gaining strength and should continue to grow. New technology and...

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This Is A Season To Be Kind

This Is A Season To Be Kind Randy Wolken, President & CEO This time of year, many of us take time off to celebrate with family and friends. It can...

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The End of Another Year

The End of Another Year David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Where did 2023 go? It seems like I was just struggling to remember to write 2023, and now I will...

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Resilience Strategies of Manufacturers and Tech Companies

Resilience Strategies of Manufacturers and Tech Companies Randy Wolken, President & CEO A recent McKinsey Global Resilience Survey of over 300 senior leaders indicates how companies respond to the current economic...

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Please Stop!

Please Stop! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This is one of the busiest times of the year. With Thanksgiving falling so early this year, we actually had an extra week...

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Holistic Health Focus At Work

Holistic Health Focus At Work Randy Wolken, President & CEO As adults, we spend the majority of our life at work. Which means that employers have a unique opportunity to...

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A Most Exciting Time

A Most Exciting Time David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Can it really be almost 50 years since our bicentennial? It was such an exciting time for me. I was in...

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Revise Damaging Tax Code Changes

Revise Damaging Tax Code Changes Randy Wolken, President & CEO MACNY joins the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and over 1,300 associations and businesses representing manufacturers of all sizes this...

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Manufacturing Matters: December 2023

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNYs Partners with Local Educators to Host the First Annual Women in Manufacturing Day Summit...

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The How

The How David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I shared with you that my values have shifted and why. I also shared that my annual growth plan is built...

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Celebrate Success

Celebrate Success Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our lives can become grinding. Day after day of hard work and effort can take its toll. One antidote to fatigue and decreased...

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I’ve Changed My Values

I’ve Changed My Values David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer     This is the time of year that I start adjusting my growth plan for the upcoming year. As I enter 2024,...

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Increasingly Divided Global Economy

Increasingly Divided Global Economy Randy Wolken, President & CEO Over the past five years, much has changed. For decades, the U.S. and Western economies attempted to make China a partner...

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Culture Shock and Workforce Development

Culture Shock and Workforce Development Colleen Blagg, Manager of Workforce Development and Apprenticeship “By show of hands, how many of you are willing to quit your job today to start...

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What’s Your Diet Like?

What’s Your Diet Like? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am sure you have heard the expression, “You are what you eat.” Lately, I have been starting to pay much...

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How Will AI Change Work?

How Will AI Change Work? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Artificial Intelligence (AI) is incrementally changing our lives. Daily, our tech is transitioning to AI applications on our smartphones, in...

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How Grateful Are You?

How Grateful Are You? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We’re inching closer and closer to Thanksgiving, which is one of my favorite holidays. I love that as a nation, we...

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MACNY’s 2023 Transformational Leadership Award Recipient Is…

We are so excited to announce MACNY’s 6th Transformational Leadership Award recipient. John Maxwell often says, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” Leadership is the catalyst that takes average organizations...

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Impact of Federal Regulations Grows Even Larger

Impact of Federal Regulations Grows Even Larger Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has recently released an impact study on the multitude of federal regulations...

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Wow, Your Email!

Wow, Your Email! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I was meeting with one of my coaching clients and he shared something that I don’t think he understood the...

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Manufacturing Matters: November 2023

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNYs Annual Legislative Breakfast Features Energy and Workforce Panels   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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Upstate Gains Two Federally Funded Tech Hubs

Upstate Gains Two Federally Funded Tech Hubs Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week, President Joe Biden announced the designation of 31 tech hubs throughout the country. This includes two...

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NYS Workforce Program Award Presented to MACNY’s Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program

The Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program (MIAP), led by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, has been chosen by the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP) Statewide Awards Committee to...

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Who Should I Mentor?

Who Should I Mentor? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer    For the last eight years, I have been writing my weekly posts regarding leadership and growth, so I am sure you...

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Althea Strife Promoted to Workforce Development Specialist

We are excited to announce the promotion of Althea Strife to Workforce Development Specialist. Althea first joined MACNY in 2020 as an Apprenticeship Coordinator with a strong administrative and accounting...

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AI Is Changing Manufacturing

AI Is Changing Manufacturing Randy Wolken, President & CEO Artificial intelligence (AI) is a major buzzword right now, but what does that mean for the manufacturing industry? AI-enhanced manufacturing is...

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Perceptions and Perspective

Perceptions and Perspective David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We are bombarded with messages, questions, and information all day long. Determining how to respond or even what to think is becoming...

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Nationally, Most Manufacturers Remain Positive In Their Outlook

Nationally, Most Manufacturers Remain Positive In Their Outlook Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) released the results of its 3rd quarter 2023 Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey...

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Celebrating Manufacturing Month on Newsmakers with Andrew Donovan

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Am I a Writer?

Am I a Writer? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I wrote about the space needed in our daily agendas to allow time for processing information and switching gears....

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MACNY and PEB Celebrate National Manufacturing Day with Over 400 Students and Educators at 11 Regional Manufacturing Facilities

October is New York State’s official celebration of Manufacturing Month, which aligns with National Manufacturing Day, also known as MFG Day, annually held on the first Friday of this month....

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Nira Irby Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

We are pleased to welcome Nira Irby to our expanding team! As a Workforce Development Specialist, Nira will represent MACNY and Partners for Education and Business, Inc. (PEB) as an...

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Manufacturing Days 2023

Manufacturing Days 2023 Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a collective team, MACNY and Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) focus on achieving three goals throughout the year: Creating...

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Don’t Let the Colors Touch

Don’t Let the Colors Touch David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s Friday evening, and I am sitting at my desk writing my weekly post that should have gone to Marisa...

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Manufacturing Matters: October 2023

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: October Manufacturing Month is Geared Up to Inspire, Educate, and Empower   Page 3 |...

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NYS Manufacturing Conditions Improve In September

NYS Manufacturing Conditions Improve In September Randy Wolken, President & CEO Manufacturers have indicated that they are growing. The economic landscape remains challenging, but members are responding. This appears to...

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A Leader

A Leader David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer One of my favorite parts of my job is conducting 360-degree assessments. The information I get about a leader is priceless, and while...

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Your World Continues To Change

Your World Continues To Change Randy Wolken, President & CEO With each passing day, nearly everything continues to change. Our economy, U.S. manufacturing, our communities, our country, and the world....

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Just Keep Moving

Just Keep Moving David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever found yourself stuck? You don’t know where to go or what to do? A couple of weeks ago, that...

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Fall Launch

Fall Launch Randy Wolken, President & CEO In Upstate New York, we do love our summers. The weather turns warm, school is out, and we can enjoy more extended daylight....

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Are you a good PARTNER?

Are you a good PARTNER? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer While I was at the most recent Maxwell Leadership conference, I heard John challenge each of us to be a...

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Burnout Is A Real Workforce Challenge

Burnout Is A Real Workforce Challenge Randy Wolken, President & CEO I’m willing to guess that you've experienced feelings of burnout recently, or at least at some point in your...

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A Head Start – Part 2

A Head Start – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I shared some thoughts on how you can get a head start over your peers and the...

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Are You Leveraging Your Team’s Strengths?

Are You Leveraging Your Team’s Strengths? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We want our team members to operate in their areas of strength. When this happens, everyone wins. We win...

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A Head Start

A Head Start David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Would you like to have a head start over your peers? How about a head start over your competitors? While I was...

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Manufacturing Matters: September

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Another Eventful Day on the Links at Our 26th Annual Golf Tournament   Page 3...

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15 Tech Trends Shaping The Future

15 Tech Trends Shaping The Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO Technology is changing everything in our work and home lives. We see this among our MACNY members as we...

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Beware of the Dip

Beware of the Dip David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever noticed how you have this dip in emotions after you return from a vacation or an inspiring event?...

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Manufacturing Is Changing Fast

Manufacturing Is Changing Fast Randy Wolken, President & CEO All of us are navigating in a less predictable, increasingly complex, and rapidly changing operating environment. Technological innovation is accelerating and...

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Nine Years Ago

Nine Years Ago David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Nine years ago this month, I walked into the biggest hotel I had ever seen, The Orlando World Center Marriott. This would...

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MACNY In The Months Ahead

MACNY In The Months Ahead Randy Wolken, President & CEO Summer has arrived and is mostly gone. However, I am looking forward to seeing so many members at our Annual...

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A Very Personal Insult

A Very Personal Insult David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote my post titled “Hard is Good.” This week I want to take a look at another aspect...

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Cautious Optimism About The Economy

Cautious Optimism About The Economy Randy Wolken, President & CEO So far, the recession has failed to materialize, and inflation shows signs of weakening. With this, manufacturers and businesses grow...

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Hard is Good

Hard is Good David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A few months ago, I was in a coaching session with a Director of Special Education. When she mentioned a conversation she...

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Global Economic Optimism Grows

Global Economic Optimism Grows Randy Wolken, President & CEO For the first time in more than a year, global executives are more positive than negative about conditions in the economy. In...

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It’s An Inside Job

It's An Inside Job David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The difference between a winner and a whiner is that whiners wait to do something until they feel like it, and...

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Reshoring And Nearshoring Accelerate

Reshoring And Nearshoring Accelerate Randy Wolken, President & CEO Last year the predicted trends of reshoring and nearshoring materialized. Reshoring and direct foreign investments related to manufacturing job announcements continued...

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Evangelist or Theologian

Evangelist or Theologian David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I was in a coaching session with a young, recently promoted manager. As we discussed the challenge of getting people...

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Summer Reset And Prep for Fall Launch

Summer Reset And Prep for Fall Launch Randy Wolken, President & CEO In Upstate New York, we certainly love our summers. The weather turns warm, school is out, and we...

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Live with Anticipation

Live with Anticipation David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As a kid, I lived for the weekends and special events. As I got older, I seemed to keep the same mindset....

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A Fourth of July Remembrance

A Fourth of July Remembrance Randy Wolken, President & CEO We live in unique times. We will have much to be grateful for during this Independence Day week. We will...

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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As a kid, I just loved the 4th of July holiday. Except for a handful of years, my family and...

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Manufacturing Matters: July/Aug

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Expands Leadership Offerings by Welcoming Kyle Pipes as Chief Growth & Development Officer  ...

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Taylor Hodge Rejoins MACNY as Director of Partners for Education & Business, Inc.

Taylor Hodge Rejoins MACNY as Director of Partners for Education & Business, Inc. Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are excited to welcome Taylor Hodge back to the team as...

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Do They Smile?

Do They Smile? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I heard a question that really caused me to think. The question simply stated, "Do they smile when they see...

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Taylor Hodge Returns to MACNY as Director of PEB

We are so excited to welcome Taylor Hodge back to the team as Director of Partners for Education & Business, Inc. Stepping down from her role as Director, Tanya M....

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MACNY Is Growing – And Helping Your Growth

MACNY Is Growing – And Helping Your Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are pleased to welcome Kyle Pipes to the team as the Chief Growth & Development Officer...

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Hopeless?

Hopeless? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last Wednesday, I listened to one of my favorite podcasts and I heard this statement, “There are no hopeless situations, only people who think...

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Recent NAM Survey Affirms MACNY/PEB Efforts

Recent NAM Survey Affirms MACNY/PEB Efforts Randy Wolken, President & CEO The number one need of our MACNY members in the manufacturing and technology sectors is a skilled workforce. There...

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“Die Young, as Late as Possible”

“Die Young, as Late as Possible” David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I saw the quote above in my chiropractor's office. The full quote reads, “The idea is to die young,...

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Kyle Pipes Joins MACNY as Chief Growth & Development Officer

We are pleased to welcome Kyle Pipes to the team as the Chief Growth & Development Officer. He will officially join MACNY on July 1, 2023. Pipes comes to MACNY...

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What Do Workers Want Now?

What Do Workers Want Now? Randy Wolken, President & CEO As the economy continues to recover, workers are on the sidelines are considering returning to work.  The unemployment rate has...

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A Big Little Thing

A Big Little Thing David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I was listening to a podcast this past week and they discussed 'Big Little Things'. The ideas that were shared in...

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We Need Your Participation in the 2023 CNY SHRM & MACNY’s Wage & Benefit Survey!

Participate and receive the results at no charge! The deadline for data collection for the 2023 CNY SHRM & MACNY’s Wage & Benefit Survey has been extended to June 9th...

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Exporting Is Often Key To Company Growth

Exporting Is Often Key To Company Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO Exporting can be a profitable undertaking for manufacturing businesses of all sizes. On average, sales grow faster, more...

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Just So Busy

Just So Busy David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently listened to a podcast where an executive coach was following up with his clients on leadership activities they had committed...

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Manufacturers Need to Participate in Cap-and-Invest Stakeholder Session

Manufacturers Need to Participate in Cap-and-Invest Stakeholder Session Randy Wolken, President & CEO The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York State Energy Research and Development...

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It’s Time for a Change

It's Time for a Change David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I wrote about the actions a person should take to get ahead in their job. This week, I...

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New EPA Regulations Threaten ‘Made In The USA’

New EPA Regulations Threaten ‘Made In The USA’ Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently, the EPA has proposed imposing highly restrictive air regulations that would hurt existing manufacturing facilities and jeopardize...

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I Want A Promotion

I Want A Promotion David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This post will be from a bit of a different perspective. It is meant for all those who want to progress...

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NYS Manufacturing Positioned For An Exciting Future

NYS Manufacturing Positioned For An Exciting Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week we celebrated our 110th Annual Dinner. Nearly 500 individuals joined us. We have been serving manufacturers...

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The Environment for Team Renewal & Growth

The Environment for Team Renewal & Growth David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I shared tips for ensuring we are in the best environment for personal growth. This week,...

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Manufacturing in New York is World Class

Manufacturing in New York is World Class Randy Wolken, President & CEO I am often asked to assess the manufacturing climate in the Upstate region and New York State as...

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The Environment for Personal Renewal

The Environment for Personal Renewal David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I shared my wonder and excitement about the renewal I see all around me in nature. I spoke...

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Manufacturing Matters: May

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Celebrating MACNY's New Specialist Leads 'Become A Real-Life Rose' Pilot Program   Page 3 |...

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Manufacturing Resurgence in New York

Manufacturing Resurgence in New York Randy Wolken, President & CEO Manufacturing is underappreciated in New York State. Why is this? One of the main reasons is the negative perception of...

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Carrie Arens Joins MACNY as Senior Accountant

We are pleased to welcome Carrie Arens to the team as the Senior Accountant. In this role, Carrie will ensure fiscal compliance with regulations of State and Federal funding sources,...

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The Season of Renewal

The Season of Renewal David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I love spring. Well, to be completely honest, I find a reason to love every season. What I love about spring...

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Carrie Arens Joins MACNY as Senior Accountant

We are so pleased to welcome Carrie Arens to the team as the Senior Accountant. In this role, Carrie will ensure fiscal compliance with regulations of State and Federal funding...

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NYS Manufacturers Report Increased Business Activity

NYS Manufacturers Report Increased Business Activity Randy Wolken, President & CEO The Federal Reserve Bank of Buffalo reported the results of its survey of manufacturers for April.  It contains good...

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The Business Council of New York State Announces MACNY as Winner of Second Annual NYS Workforce Innovation Awards in the ‘Non-Profit’ Category

The Business Council of New York State announced Wednesday, the three award winners of the second annual New York State Workforce Innovation Awards. The awards recognize outstanding workforce development training...

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It’s A Paradox #3: Vision & Blind Spots

It's A Paradox #3: Vision & Blind Spots David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer You can tell that I am really digging into Tim Elmor's book The Eight Pardoxes of Leadership....

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U.S. Manufacturing Construction Highest Ever

U.S. Manufacturing Construction Highest Ever Randy Wolken, President & CEO Construction spending related to manufacturing reached $108 billion in 2022. According to Census Bureau data, this was the highest annual...

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It’s A Paradox #2

It's A Paradox #2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We don't often use the word paradox, so I started with this definition last week. Paradox is a noun defined as...

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Manufacturers Are Today’s Top Cybersecurity Target

Manufacturers Are Today's Top Cybersecurity Target Randy Wolken, President & CEO On March 31st, MACNY held its second annual Cybersecurity Conference. Members and experts discussed the current threats, evolving attacks,...

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It’s A Paradox #1

It's A Paradox #1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We don't often use the word paradox, so I thought I would start with a definition. Paradox is a noun defined...

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Jackie Ferrari of American Fashion Network and Mike Wetzel of Air Innovations Named as the 2023 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductees

We're pleased to announce the 2023 inductees for the Manufacturers Wall of Fame. Jackie Ferrari, Founder and CEO of American Fashion Network and Mike Wetzel, President and CEO of Air...

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MACNY’S New Specialist, Yawa Zewou, to Lead ‘Become a Real-Life Rosie” Pilot Program for Diversifying Women in the Workforce

We are delighted to welcome Yawa Zewou to the team as its newest Workforce Development Specialist to support the exciting ‘Become A Real-Life Rosie’ pilot program, Diversifying Advanced Manufacturing: Women...

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Majority of Manufacturers Remain Positive

Majority of Manufacturers Remain Positive Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) recently released its 2023 First Quarter Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey, which indicates that manufacturers have...

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Temptations of Successful Organizations – Part 2

Temptations of Successful Organizations - Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we looked at three of the five temptations of Successful Organizations. Before diving into the last...

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Manufacturing Matters: April

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Celebrating 110 Years of Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence   Page 3 | President's Message: Top...

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U.S. Manufacturers Need R&D Tax Deductibility To Be Globally Competitive

U.S. Manufacturers Need R&D Tax Deductibility To Be Globally Competitive Randy Wolken, President & CEO On March 17th, a bipartisan Senate bill was introduced into legislation that would allow businesses...

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MACNY Announces Brent Zerkle of Cryomech, Inc. as 2023 Innovator of the Year

We are pleased to announce that Brent Zerkle, Director of Prototyping and Vice President of Cryomech, has been selected as the 2023 Innovator of the Year. Zerkle was nominated by...

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Temptations of Successful Organizations – Part 1

Temptations of Successful Organizations - Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever wondered why some organizations seem to be around forever and others seem to be doing...

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Matt Geitner Joins MACNY as Director of Government Relations

We are excited to announce Matt Geitner has joined MACNY's team as the Director of Government Relations. In this role, Matt will manage the advocacy efforts of MACNY and The...

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Women In Manufacturing

Women In Manufacturing Randy Wolken, President & CEO Female employment in manufacturing reached its height this year, with a total of 3.77 million workers, according to the National Association of...

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Memo in Support: 2023-24 State Budget $1.75 MIAP Funding

MEMORANDUM IN SUPPORT 2023-24 State Budget - Department of Labor - $1.75 Million Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program (MIAP)  MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, and The Manufacturers Alliance of New York State...

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Central Upstate MFG Magazine – Edition 11

We are very excited to bring you the 11th edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! The future of manufacturing is bright here in Central and Upstate New York. We’re thrilled...

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Everyone is Looking for This

Everyone is Looking for This David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer There has been a common theme surfacing in most of my coaching and training sessions. I am having many conversations...

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Memo in Support: Zero Percent Tax Rate for Pass-Through Manufacturers

MEMORANDUM IN SUPPORT S.4064 (Mannion)/A.4168 (Stirpe) An act to amend the tax law, in relation to pass-through manufacturers zero percent tax rate MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, and The Manufacturers Alliance...

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Memo in Opposition: NY Health Act

MEMORANDUM IN OPPOSITION An act to amend the public health law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the New York Health Act. MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, and...

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Manufacturers Need Permitting Reform

Manufacturers Need Permitting Reform Randy Wolken, President & CEO New York's success depends on a robust and competitive manufacturing industry. Some of the biggest obstacles preventing manufacturers from reaching their...

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Did You Lose Something?

Did You Lose Something? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently listened to the Maxwell Leadership podcast and heard Mark Cole talk about discouragement. He mentioned that the word discourage...

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Manufacturing Advocacy Day In Albany

Manufacturing Advocacy Day In Albany Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Wednesday, MACNY and our Manufacturers Alliance partners traveled to Albany to advocate for critical policies to grow manufacturing in...

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Testimony provided to the Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Workforce Development and Labor

Thank you for the opportunity to submit testimony on the 2023-24 Executive Budget Proposal. My name is Michael Frame, and I serve as the Senior Vice President of Workforce Development...

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How Did You Get Here?

How Did You Get Here? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about Marshall Goldsmith and his amazing book, What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There, where...

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Manufacturing Matters: March

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Samantha Wessing Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message: Time...

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Gratitude And Joy

Gratitude And Joy Randy Wolken, President & CEO One of the most surprising life lessons for me as a leader is that gratitude and joy help individuals and organizations find...

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Supercharge Your Growth

Supercharge Your Growth David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer For about 12 years, I have been trying to become more intentional about my growth and professional development. This comes as no...

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Adapt To Continuous Change

Adapt To Continuous Change Randy Wolken, President & CEO The world around us is constantly changing. And the world is changing faster and faster each day. Do you have a...

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Three Words of Growth

Three Words of Growth David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was in my teens, if you had asked me why I went to school, my answer would have been...

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Emily Langan Promoted to Manager of Partners for Education & Business, Inc.

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Emily Langan to Manager, Partners for Education and Business, Inc. Since joining MACNY in October 2021 as a Workforce Development Specialist, Emily...

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Top Manufacturing Trends for 2023

Top Manufacturing Trends for 2023 Randy Wolken, President & CEO In January, the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) released its Top 8 Manufacturing Trends for 2023. It is a guide to...

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Another Triple Play

Another Triple Play David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In 2015 Patrick Lencioni wrote his book Three Signs of a Miserable Job. He quickly learned the title they had chosen for...

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Governor Hochul Delivers Budget Address

Governor Hochul Delivers Budget Address Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Wednesday, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her Budget Address. She offered an array of initiatives to help New York move...

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Seventh Annual CNY Innovation Challenge Announced

Central New York students in grades 6-12 are invited to put on their thinking caps as the Maker Faire Syracuse; Le Moyne College’s Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Creativity;...

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Manufacturing Matters: February

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Deb Tilton Joins MACNY as Marketing & Communications Manager   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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The Secret Sauce

The Secret Sauce David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about my dear friend Mike Palanacki who passed away suddenly a month ago. Mike was a master of...

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Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Announce Partnership to Expand Registered Apprenticeship into New York City

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, and The Manufacturers Alliance of New York are excited to announce Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce as the newest Alliance Partner to join the Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship...

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Samantha Wessing Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

We are pleased to welcome Samantha Wessing to the MACNY team as a Workforce Development Specialist. In this role, Samantha will support MACNY’s New York State Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program...

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Are You Ready To Shift Your Paradigm?

Are You Ready To Shift Your Paradigm? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are comfortable with our current worldviews. They are often called our paradigm. It means that we see...

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His Name Was Mike

His Name Was Mike David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A few weeks ago, I heard about the sudden death of my good friend and mentor, Mike Palanacki. Mike was 12...

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Eileen Donovan Promoted to Senior Workforce Development Specialist

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Eileen Donovan to Senior Workforce Development Specialist. Eileen first joined MACNY in 2019 as a Workforce Development Coordinator and was later promoted...

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Manufacturing Facing Near-Term Headwinds – And Long-Term Growth

Manufacturing Facing Near-Term Headwinds – And Long-Term Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO The Empire State Manufacturing Survey for January was released this week. Its findings correlate with my discussions...

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Becoming a Possibilist

Becoming a Possibilist David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer My thoughts and writings have been focused on change over the last few weeks, and I thought today might be a good...

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Deb Tilton Joins MACNY as Marketing & Communications Manager

We are proud to announce that Deb Tilton has joined our team as Marketing & Communications Manager. In this role, she will support strategic marketing and communications initiatives for both...

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Now accepting nominations for the Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Award!

We are collecting nominations for our 2023 Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards! Award recipients will be honored at MACNY's 110th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing on...

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U.S. Manufacturers Want Elected Leaders To Focus On Growth

U.S. Manufacturers Want Elected Leaders To Focus On Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) recently published their Fourth Quarter 2022 Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey showing...

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The Beautiful Daughters of Hope

The Beautiful Daughters of Hope David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently listened to a podcast and heard this statement, "The beautiful daughters of hope are anger and courage." I...

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Building The Manufacturing Workforce of The Future

Building The Manufacturing Workforce of The Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO A significant skills gap presently exists in many industries, including manufacturing. The future will only bring even more...

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Your Daily Agenda

Your Daily Agenda David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer One of the great things about starting a new year is that we often take the opportunity to adjust our habits and...

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Manufacturing Matters: January

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Kick Off 2023 by Joining us for our New Year Celebration   Page 3 |...

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New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s Resolutions Randy Wolken, President & CEO Each year, millions of Americans make resolutions for the new year. Only eight percent are kept. In fact, eighty percent of New...

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Start Well

Start Well David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The new year is almost upon us--next week is 2023! Will next year be a great year for you? Regardless of what may...

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Be Vulnerable

Be Vulnerable Randy Wolken, President & CEO Being vulnerable is often the last thing we want to be. As an individual performer, team member, or leader, being vulnerable seems like...

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Time for a Pause

Time for a Pause David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever thought about the value of a pause? A fermata, or pause in music, adds so much to a...

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Leaders Must Give Hope

Leaders Must Give Hope Randy Wolken, President & CEO Many call this the season of hope. And leaders must be primary givers of hope. In today’s world, filled with plenty...

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Three Words to Keep Us Learning

Three Words to Keep Us Learning David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I talked about the need to keep learning. This past week I heard three words that will...

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Manufacturing Cybersecurity Risks Grow

Manufacturing Cybersecurity Risks Grow Randy Wolken, President & CEO  Manufacturers are increasingly under cyber attack. As we near the end of 2022, we look back at one of the worst...

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The Enemy of Learning

The Enemy of Learning David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I was listening to a podcast and heard this quote, "The enemy of learning is knowing." I was driving to...

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Manufacturing Technology And Its Impact On Growth

Manufacturing Technology And Its Impact On Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has launched the Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC) to bring together business leaders...

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Manufacturing Matters: December

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Announcing MACNY's 5th Transformational Leadership Award Recipient   Page 3 | President's Message: We Need...

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The Next Four Weeks

The Next Four Weeks David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about our new superpower: Gratitude. Today I would like to go to the next level a bit....

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CNY STEM Scholarship Program Opens 2023 Application Process

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) and the CNY STEM Hub have announced that the CNY STEM Scholarship Program application is open to high school seniors in Central New...

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Another Superpower?

Another Superpower? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Back in March, I wrote a couple of posts referring to influence as a superpower. My posts were based on a great book...

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National Apprenticeship Week Concludes

National Apprenticeship Week Concludes Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week, we are taking part in National Apprenticeship Week (NAW). NAW is a nationwide celebration where industry, labor, workforce, education,...

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MACNY and MVCC to Partner, Train Transitioning Soldiers/ Military Spouses for Careers in Advanced Manufacturing through LIFT’s “Operation Next” Program

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association and Mohawk Valley Community College to Partner, Train Transitioning Soldiers/ Military Spouses for Careers in Advanced Manufacturing through LIFT’s “Operation Next” Program LIFT, the Detroit-based, Department...

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Mohawk Valley Community College and MACNY Announce Partnership with Wolfspeed to Upskill their Workforce through NYS Registered Apprenticeship Program

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week (November 14 – 18), Mohawk Valley Community College and MACNY, The Manufacturers Association of Central New York announced they will partner with Wolfspeed, Inc to...

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The Value of Trust

The Value of Trust David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week our nation held its midterm election, and many were surprised by the outcomes. At the time I am writing...

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We Need to Focus on Supporting Manufacturing and Business Growth

We Need to Focus on Supporting Manufacturing and Business Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO Governor Hochul made history this week as the first woman elected Governor in New York...

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Ostroff Associates: Election Update

Tuesday, November 8 was the final day of voting in the General Election for statewide offices and State Senate, Assembly, and Congressional offices. Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, Lieutenant Governor Antonio...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 21

Learning From a Different Place – Part 21 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We have come to my final entry in the Learning From a Different Place series. Law number...

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Amy Stage Promoted to Director of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association of Central New York, is pleased to announce the promotion of Amy Stage to Director of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development. Amy first joined MACNY in March...

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MACNY And Your Manufacturing Workforce

MACNY And Your Manufacturing Workforce Randy Wolken, President & CEO The workforce needs of MACNY members have never been greater. We have created and now are growing our efforts to...

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MANUPAC Announces Federal Endorsements for the 2022 Election

MANUPAC, which is the Manufacturers Association of Central New York’s Federal Political Action Committee, today announced the endorsement of the following Congressional candidates based on their records on issues critical to economic...

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MACNY’s 2022 Transformational Leadership Award Recipient Is…

We are so excited to announce MACNY’s 5th Transformational Leadership Award recipient. John Maxwell often says, "Everything rises and falls on leadership." Leadership is the catalyst that takes average organizations...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 20

Learning From a Different Place – Part 20 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer John Maxwell’s Law of Explosive Growth was a hard law for me to embrace. As a young...

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Manufacturing Matters: November

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Operation Next: Advanced Manufacturing Training for Soliders and their Families   Page 3 | President's...

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MIPAC Announces 2022 Senate and Assembly Legislative Endorsements

MIPAC Announces 2022 Senate and Assembly Legislative Endorsements Statewide Manufacturing Association’s Political Action Committee Releases Endorsement of Candidates MIPAC, The Manufacturing & Industry Political Action Committee of MACNY, The Manufacturers...

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President Biden Visits CNY to Acknowledge Our New Reality

President Biden Visits CNY to Acknowledge Our New Reality Randy Wolken, President & CEO   This week marks a landmark achievement. Central New York has attracted the most significant investment...

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Dr. Tanya M. Eastman Joins MACNY as Director of Partners for Education & Business

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) today announced that it has hired Dr. Tanya M. Eastman as the Director of Partners for Education & Business, Inc., an affiliate...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 19

Learning From a Different Place – Part 19 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am sure you have heard the phrase, “timing is everything,” and it truly is. The Law...

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Recent Surveys Highlight Challenges Ahead

Recent Surveys Highlight Challenges Ahead Randy Wolken, President & CEO Two recent surveys highlight the challenges to manufacturers and businesses in the months ahead. First, the Federal Reserve Bank of...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 18

Learning From a Different Place – Part 18 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As we go through life, we often are required to make sacrifices. Most of the time, they...

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How Will You Recruit and Retain Young Manufacturing Talent?

How Will You Recruit and Retain Young Manufacturing Talent? Randy Wolken, President & CEO With the Micron Technology announcement, we now know that Central and Upstate New York will be...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 17

Learning From a Different Place – Part 17 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever wondered why some people accomplish more than others? I always thought that some people...

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Historic Micron Technology Investment Will Change CNY

Historic Micron Technology Investment Will Change CNY Randy Wolken, President & CEO The Micron Technology project announced on Tuesday will undoubtedly be transformative for the Central New York Community, New...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 16

Learning From a Different Place – Part 16 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Does “Big Mo” really work? According to John Maxwell, momentum is the driving force behind law number...

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Statement from MACNY President & CEO, Randy Wolken, on Today’s Historic Micron Technology Announcement

The Micron Technology project will undoubtedly be transformative for the Central New York Community, New York and beyond. As a leader in manufacturing and tech workforce development, MACNY knows that...

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Manufacturing Matters: October

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Manufacturing Month 2022   Page 3 | President's Message: Manufacturing Month 2022   Page 4 | Government...

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Colleen Blagg Joins MACNY as Manager of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development

We are so excited to welcome Colleen Blagg to the team as the Manager of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development. In this role, Colleen will work on an array of grants...

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Manufacturers Feeling The Impacts Of Inflation And Supply Chain Challenges

Manufacturers Feeling The Impacts Of Inflation And Supply Chain Challenges Randy Wolken, President & CEO Economic headwinds are being felt by New York State (NYS) manufacturers and throughout the U.S....

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 15

Learning From a Different Place – Part 15 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, Law #15 is The Law of Victory. When I first...

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Murjan Abdi Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Assistant

Please join us in welcoming Murjan Abdi to the team as the Workforce Development Assistant! In this role, Murjan will provide support to MACNY’s growing workforce development programming, assist Partners...

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Have You Noticed A Need For New Leadership Qualities?

Have You Noticed A Need For New Leadership Qualities? Randy Wolken, President & CEO The pandemic has changed a lot in our lives. This seems to also be true of...

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A Graceful Servant Leader

A Graceful Servant Leader David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This week, people across the globe laid to rest an amazing leader. Queen Elizabeth II ended her 70-year reign as the...

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Consumers’ Perceptions and Our Economy

Consumers' Perceptions and Our Economy Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Monday, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported that American consumers expect notable future inflation-level declines. This decline...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 14

Learning From a Different Place – Part 14 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I first read The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, I thought The Law of Buy-In was...

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3 Parallels to Succeeding in Gaming and Business

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Oftentimes, we make decisions hastily out of need for survival, the need to address daily crises, or sheer lack of know-how. At some point,...

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Manufacturing Month 2022

Manufacturing Month 2022 Randy Wolken, President & CEO Together, the MACNY and Partners for Education and Business (PEB) team is focused on three goals throughout the year: creating excitement for...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 13

Learning From a Different Place – Part 13 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am sure you have heard the phrase, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” This is...

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Strategic Courage Is Needed

Strategic Courage Is Needed Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are in uncertain times. We are emerging from the early phase of the COVID pandemic. However, the Omicron variant is...

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Manufacturing Matters: September

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Another Great Day on the Links at our 25th Annual Golf Tournament   Page 3 |...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 12

Learning From a Different Place – Part 12 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Law #12 from John Maxwell's The 21 Irrefutable Law of Leadership is The Law of Empowerment. This...

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Summer Reset and Fall Launch

Summer Reset and Fall Launch Randy Wolken, President & CEO In Upstate New York, we love our summers. The weather turns warm, school is out, and we can enjoy more...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 11

Learning From a Different Place – Part 11 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Today we will look into Law #11 from John Maxwell’s The 21 Irrefutable Law of Leadership: The...

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Seeing Red at Work and on the Road? Here’s How to Curb Your Rage

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner During a recent Self-Leadership Lunch and Learn session that I held for MACNY, the group and I discussed The Four Agreements by Don Miguel...

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Are You Prepared For What’s Next?

Are You Prepared For What's Next? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are over two years past the dramatic worldwide spread of COVID-19. However, COVID has not left us, and...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 10

Learning From a Different Place – Part 10 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Law number 10 of John Maxwell’s The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership is The Law of Connection....

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As Summer Comes To A Close, Leaders In Washington Act

As Summer Comes To A Close, Leaders In Washington Act Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently, two significant actions took place with our federal leaders. First, President Biden signed the...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 9

Learning From a Different Place – Part 9 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I looked at my original 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership book, under the title of chapter...

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Integrate Sales and Marketing Teams into your Strategic Operations

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner I recently introduced the Strategy Design Lab workshop to the sales and marketing teams of a mid-size organization. Going into the meeting they had...

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CHIPS and Science Act Offers Historic Opportunities

CHIPS and Science Act Offers Historic Opportunities Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week I joined U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for a press conference regarding the passage of...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 8

Learning From a Different Place – Part 8 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Just as a reminder to those who may have missed it, I am revisiting John Maxwell’s book,...

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Statement from MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken on CHIPS and Science Bill Passage

"Passage of the CHIPS and Science Act is a major win for Central New York and all of New York State. This legislation will help create real growth in the...

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CHIPS And Science Act of 2022 Moves Forward

CHIPS And Science Act of 2022 Moves Forward Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week the U.S. Senate approved a $280 billion bill supporting the semiconductor industry. It also moved...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 7

Learning From a Different Place – Part 7 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Years ago, I thought people would respect me if I had a great title. The titles I...

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How To Make Better Business Decisions to Amplify Results, Part 1

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner In a leadership position, you are faced with dozens, if not hundreds, of decisions a day, both big and small. Some of those decisions require...

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Will We Have A Recession?

Will We Have A Recession? Randy Wolken, President & CEO The economic question of the day is whether or not we will have a recession. It’s best to start with...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 6

Learning From a Different Place – Part 6 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A February 2022 Pew Research study showed that societal trust has dropped in every category measured over...

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Manufacturers Remain Resilient

Manufacturers Remain Resilient Randy Wolken, President & CEO The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) recently released its 2022 Second Quarter Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey, which indicates that manufacturers have significant concerns...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 5

Learning From a Different Place – Part 5 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Reflecting on when I first started studying John Maxwell’s book The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, The...

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Stop Calling Yourself a Leader Without Considering this First

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Whether you have a leadership title, consider yourself a leader, or call yourself a leader, nothing qualifies you more than caring and taking action....

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Justyna Valencia Promoted to Member Engagement Manager

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Justyna Valencia to Member Engagement Manager. Justyna first joined MACNY in December 2021 as a Workforce Development Specialist. In this role, her...

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MACNY’s Comments On The Climate Action Council’s Draft Scoping Plan

MACNY’s Comments On The Climate Action Council’s Draft Scoping Plan Randy Wolken, President & CEO On behalf of our members, MACNY offered the following comments on the Climate Action Council’s...

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The Manufacturers Association of Central New York Comments on the Climate Action Council’s Draft Scoping Plan

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) is a trade association representing more than 300 member companies, most of which are industrial, with more than 50,000 employees across a...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 4

Learning From a Different Place – Part 4 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The Law of Navigation has always intrigued me. Perhaps it's my love for boats and water, or...

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Manufacturing Matters: July/August

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Welcomes Kelly Hyland to the Team as Training Coordinator   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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Grow Your Business Through Exports

Grow Your Business Through Exports Randy Wolken, President & CEO Manufacturers are built to export their products anywhere in the world. If your company is not increasing the amount it...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 3

Learning From a Different Place – Part 3 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about The Law of Influence and how my perspective changed by living out...

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How to Fill Hiring Gaps with the Next Generation

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Struggling to fill vacant positions? Try hiring for future potential rather than previous experience.  Since early 2021, over 43 million Americans (Long, 2022) have...

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Manufacturing And The Looming Recession (Part 2 of 2)

Manufacturing And The Looming Recession (Part 2 of 2) Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you assume we are going to experience a recession, then being able to navigate through...

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Learning From a Different Place – Part 2

Learning From a Different Place – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I shared how my life changed after receiving the book The 21 Irrefutable Laws of...

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Manufacturing And The Looming Recession (Part 1 of 2)

Manufacturing And The Looming Recession (Part 1 of 2) Randy Wolken, President & CEO It’s becoming more likely that we will experience a recession. High inflation, increasing energy prices, and...

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Partners for Education & Business Announces Record Year for CNY STEM Scholarships

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) is proud to announce the 2022 class of CNY STEM Scholarship recipients. This year, a record 18 scholarships worth $148,000 in total were...

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Learning From a Different Place

Learning From a Different Place David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer My life changed dramatically on September 16, 2011. A good friend and former boss gave me a copy of John...

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5 Tips for Better Written Communication in the Workplace

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Do you ever feel like you’re having a hard time getting your point across using the written word? Emails not getting the response you’re...

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NYS Legislative Session Ends

NYS Legislative Session Ends Randy Wolken, President & CEO Last weekend, the New York State Legislature completed its annual legislative session with a flurry of activity. Like we do every...

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A Time for Change

A Time for Change David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This week, The Next Page podcast completes its fifth year. Five years, 260 episodes of writing, prepping, and finding times in...

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Supply Chain Disruption Planning

Supply Chain Disruption Planning Randy Wolken, President & CEO Supply chains remain strained and a worry for so many industries and companies. Planning for significant disruptions and having a plan...

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Manufacturing Matters: June

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Michael Frame Joins MACNY as Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer   Page 3 |...

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Care, Help, and Trust

Care, Help, and Trust David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have been preoccupied lately with a challenging situation within a company I consult with. It seems like people just aren't...

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Memo in Opposition: Antitrust Legislation in New York

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.933-C (Gianaris) Antitrust Legislation in New York MACNY – The Manufacturers Association of Central New York opposes S.933-C (Gianaris) that would amend the state’s General Business Law’s...

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Memo of Support: S.6791-A (Kaplan) / A.7788-A (Zebrowski)

Memo of Support S.6791-A (Kaplan) / A.7788-A (Zebrowski) MACNY – The Manufacturers Association of CNY supports S.6791-A (Kaplan) / A.7788-A (Zebrowski) that would provide New York state employers significant relief...

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How You and Your Team Can Make a Bigger Impact: Get Essential and Multiply

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner When I meet people, they are often astonished by the amount of work that I do. They assume I must work from sun up...

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Kelly Hyland Joins MACNY As Training Coordinator

We are so excited to welcome Kelly Hyland to the team as the Training Coordinator. In this role, Kelly will provide support to MACNY’s growing training department by coordinating with...

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MACNY And The End Of The NYS Legislative Session

MACNY And The End Of The NYS Legislative Session Randy Wolken, President & CEO MACNY seeks to educate legislators and the Administration on where our members stand concerning critical bills...

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When the Student is Ready

When the Student is Ready David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, I mentioned one of my favorite sayings on the podcast, "When the student is ready, the teacher appears."...

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Memo in Opposition: S.6453-B (Parker) / A.1466-C (Carroll) – New York State Build Public Renewables Act

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.6453-B (Parker) / A.1466-C (Carroll) An ACT to amend the Public Authorities Law, in relation to implementing the “New York State Build Public Renewables Act” MACNY -...

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Memo in Opposition: S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried)

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried) ACT would amend the public health law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the “New York health plan" and...

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Memo of Support: Unemployment Insurance Amnesty Program

MEMO OF SUPPORT A.10202 (Stirpe) – Unemployment Insurance Amnesty Program  MACNY - The Manufacturers Association of Central New York supports A.10202 (Stirpe) that would create an amnesty program for employer...

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National Leaders Must Act Quickly To Strengthen Manufacturing And Supply Chains

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Pursuing Strength

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Role Model Spotlight: Davanna Marks, Director of Manufacturing, Cell Therapy CDMO with Thermo Fisher Scientific

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Don’t be afraid to write down your goals. This is how Davanna Marks, Director of Manufacturing, has succeeded thus far in her young career....

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MACNY Positioned For An Exciting Future

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This Was Frightening

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Michael Frame Joins MACNY as SVP & COO

MACNY – The Manufacturers Association of Central New York today announced that it has hired Michael Frame as the Association’s Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer. Mike started in...

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The United States Needs To Regain Competitive Edge In Manufacturing

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Can you follow?

Can you follow? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I was recently listening to a podcast and heard a leader who I know and admire say, “I’m not leading this; I’m...

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Manufacturing Matters: May

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Join us in Welcoming Amy Stage and Amanda Rice to the MACNY Team    Page 3 |...

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Climate Scoping Plan Must Protect Our Economy as Well as Our Environment

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Bend, Don’t Break

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Senator John W. Mannion Secures Record $1,750,000 for Workforce Training in High-Demand and High-Skill Manufacturing Jobs in CNY and Across the State

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New Program Combines Book Club, Coaching, and Accountability: Here’s How the First Round Went

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner When I started as an official consulting partner with MACNY, I wanted to create a unique training offering that was effective, affordable, and simple...

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Amanda Rice Joins MACNY as Finance & Contract Administration Specialist

Please join us in welcoming Amanda Rice, MPA to MACNY's team as the Finance & Contract Administration Specialist. In this role, Amanda will oversee, coordinate, and manage MACNY’s state and...

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Amy Stage Joins MACNY as Manager of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development

Please join us in welcoming Amy Stage to the MACNY team as the Manager of Apprenticeship & Workforce Development. In this role, Amy will provide state-wide support for MACNY’s New...

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Climate Action Council Testimony

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It Wasn’t All a Loss

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What Are The Best Strategies For Enticing Workers Back?

What Are The Best Strategies For Enticing Workers Back? Randy Wolken, President & CEO As the economy continues to recover, workers on the sidelines are considering returning to work. The...

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Not Again!

Not Again! Last week I took some time to reflect on the first quarter of 2022. Wow, the time has gone by quickly. Can you believe one quarter of 2022...

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Forget About Resilience, Focus on Stability

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner Today, as I enjoy the view from a park bench at Webster Pond surrounded by geese and ducks, I’m reflecting on the many times I’ve...

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Why Did Employees Leave – And What Got Them To Return?

Why Did Employees Leave – And What Got Them To Return? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do you know what caused your employees to leave? And more importantly, do you...

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The “Whatsoevers”

The "Whatsoevers" David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In 1952 Norman Vincent Peale published The Power of Positive Thinking. The book has been translated into 42 languages and has sold over...

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Central Upstate MFG – Edition 10

We are very excited to bring you the 10th edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! This past year has been full of both challenges and opportunities. As an organization, MACNY...

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Manufacturing Matters: April

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: You're Invited to our Cybersecurity Summit!   Page 3 | President's Message: Our World has been Changed...

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Change And Labor Shortages Will Continue

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MACNY Apprenticeship Program Announces Graduates and Urges Continued State Funding of Program

MACNY – The Manufacturers Association of Central New York today announced it recently graduated a new group of registered apprentices through the Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program (MIAP). To date, there...

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You Won’t Leave Home Without It

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Memo in Opposition: Establishing a Carpet Collection Program in New York

MACNY - The Manufacturers Association of Central New York opposes A.9279 (Englebright) / S.5027-B (Kavanagh), which would mandate the creation of an extensive and costly process for the collection and...

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How To Reach Your Goals: Be Consistently Better

By Laura Thorne, MACNY Consulting Partner There are a ton of quotes out there about consistency being the key to success. But is it? I’ve consistently posted on Instagram once...

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Memo of Support: COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Reforms

New York manufacturers understand the benevolent intent and purpose of the COVID-19 Paid Leave, and they have provided such leave and flexibility to workers during the pandemic.  Even so, many...

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Memo of Support: S.8463-A (Kaplan) / A.9171 (Joyner) – Establish a state level Work Opportunity Tax Credit

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Russia Has Declared Cyber War On Your Business – What Will You Do?

Russia Has Declared Cyber War On Your Business – What Will You Do? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Immediately after the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, Russia massively increased its...

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Your Superpower – Part 3

Your Superpower - Part 3 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever sat through an event when time just flew by while a presenter gave a talk? As she...

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Tax Parity Changes Game for New York Growth

Tax Parity Changes Game for New York Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week the NYS Assembly's One-House Budget Proposal included tax parity for manufacturers in New York State....

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Your Superpower – Part 2

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Statement from MACNY President & CEO: Assembly One House Budget Includes Manufacturers Tax Parity

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2-Step Exercise to Unlocking the Benefits of Practicing Empowerment

By MACNY Consultant, Laura Thorne Did you know that when (properly) implemented, empowering the people in your life can reap rewards for both you and them? Just as empowering someone...

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We Need Your Voice For NYS Manufacturing Growth

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Memo in Opposition: All-Electric Building Act

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Your Superpower – Part 1

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Engagement Falls Short, Empower to Emancipate for the Win

By Official MACNY Consultant, Laura Thorne Empowering the people in your life, including  parents, kids, siblings, spouses, employees, team members, and clients, can make your life so much easier and...

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U.S. Manufacturing In A New Cold War World

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How Are You Doing?

How Are You Doing? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As a leader, it’s important to assess how you’re doing. Are you really leading? The lowest level of leadership is positional...

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Turn the Ship Around, the Best Leadership Book

By Official MACNY Consultant, Laura Thorne Turn the Ship Around by David L. Marquet. The title of this book couldn’t be more perfect. Here is what you can expect to...

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Manufacturing Matters: March 2022

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Patrick Langan joins MACNY as Workforce Development Program Manager with a Focus on Military and Veteran Services...

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Memo of Support: MIAP Funding

MEMO OF SUPPORT FY 2023 State Budget-Department of Labor $1 Million - Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program for New York State MACNY - The Manufacturers Association of Central New York and...

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Memo in Support: S.7891 (Mannion) / A.9495 (Hyndman)

MEMO IN SUPPORT S.7891 (Mannion) / A.9495 (Hyndman) The Manufacturers Association of Central New York supports S.7891 (Mannion) / A.9495 (Hyndman), which would define and legalize advanced recycling, which is...

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Russia Invades The Ukraine – And Threatens Our Economic Vitality

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When it Needs to be Said

When it Needs to be Said David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer During the Apollo program, figuring out how to land on the moon and take off again was a major...

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Including Diversity as Part of Your Legacy

I’ve been hearing the word “legacy” from business leaders a lot lately. While some believe legacy has to do with the projects and products left behind after they die, others...

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Congress Needs to Complete US Competitiveness Legislation

Congress Needs to Complete US Competitiveness Legislation Randy Wolken, President & CEO The House of Representatives recently passed the America COMPETES Act which was created to boost US competitiveness. Last...

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Tindallgrams: The frank memos of Apollo’s unsung genius

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5 Key Lessons that I Learned about Managing People After a Year of Caregiving for Two Toddlers

5 Key Lessons that I Learned about Managing People After a Year of Caregiving for Two Toddlers In 2013, I became an insta-mom. I had never wanted kids, but found...

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The Post-Pandemic Future

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You Are a Catalyst

You Are a Catalyst David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was thinking about a title for this post, I started with "Are You a Catalyst?," and then I realized...

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10 Tips for Being Productive while Traveling for Work

10 Tips for Being Productive while Traveling for Work If you’ve read the last two articles in the Bench Marks blog series, you know I have been traveling in Hawaii....

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Memo of Support: Tax Parity for All New York Manufacturers

MEMO OF SUPPORT S.27 (Kaplan)/A.3734 (Stirpe) Tax Parity for All New York Manufacturers The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and the Manufacturers Alliance of New York State (MANY)...

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We Need Congress To Act Now And Invest In Manufacturing

We Need Congress To Act Now And Invest In Manufacturing Randy Wolken, President & CEO The America COMPETES Act was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. This federal...

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Is it Time to Get Personal?

Is it Time to Get Personal? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Throughout the entire interviewing and hiring process, employers must follow laws and best practices to ensure they are focusing...

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Manufacturing Matters: February 2022

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Welcomes Ashley Stoltz as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message: New York Needs to...

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How Setting Intentions Can Help You Avoid Conflict while Achieving Goals

How Setting Intentions Can Help You Avoid Conflict while Achieving Goals Would you have the guts to start a business with your best friend? I was traveling in Hawaii with...

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MEMO IN OPPOSITION: S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried)

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried) ACT would amend the public health law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the “New York health plan" and...

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It’s Time To Improve Problem Solving

It's Time To Improve Problem Solving Randy Wolken, President & CEO Problem-solving is at the heart of good leadership, team performance, and profitability. Problem solvers – and their products and...

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Is it Time to Re-Board?

Is it Time to Re-Board? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When companies hire people, they go through a process of onboarding. In most organizations, there is a series of activities...

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Patrick Langan Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Program Manager

Please join us in welcoming Patrick Langan to the team! Patrick has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Program Manager and will focus on military and veteran services. In...

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Starting Relationships with Strangers is Easier Than You Think: Here are some tips to start the conversation

Starting Relationships with Strangers is Easier Than You Think: Here are some tips to start the conversation I wrote this week’s Bench Marks blog in an Airbnb condo around the...

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The Latest in Business and Personal Development: The Growth Mindset

The Latest in Business and Personal Development: The Growth Mindset Essential skills for today’s business leaders If you’re a company leader looking to develop your talent, or an aspiring leader...

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New York Needs To Invest In Manufacturing Growth

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In Search of Excellence

In Search of Excellence David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about what I learned in 2021. On our podcast, Marisa and I discussed several topics in detail....

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Strategic Intuition vs. Strategic Planning: Chapter Summary

Strategic Intuition vs. Strategic Planning: Chapter Summary I co-host a leadership book club called the High Impact Reading Challenge with Positive Psychology Coach, Lisa Sears. The last book we read...

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It’s Time To Get Involved!

It’s Time To Get Involved! Randy Wolken, President & CEO So much has changed in our state and nation. This last year, manufacturers and businesses have been severely challenged with...

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What I Learned in 2021

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2022 State of the State Summary

Governor Kathy Hochul presented her first State of the State address in the NYS Assembly Chamber on January 5, 2022. She will unveil her proposed Executive 2022-23 budget in mid-January....

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The National Institute for Innovation and Technology receives funding from the US Department of Labor to lead the expansion of the nation’s Registers Apprenticeships in strategic supply chains

The National Institute for Innovation and Technology receives funding from the US Department of Labor to lead the expansion of the nation's Registers Apprenticeships in strategic supply chains Major Focus...

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Statement from MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken on Governor Hochul’s 2022 State of the State Address

On behalf of MACNY – The Manufacturers Association, we applaud Governor Kathy Hochul’s continued commitment to investing in workforce development initiatives across the state, which includes expanding access to registered...

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Governor Kathy Hochul Delivers Historic State of The State Pledging a New Era for New York

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Manufacturing Matters: January 2022

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Welcomes Justyna Valencia as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message: Happy New Year!...

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Ashley Stoltz Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

Please join us in welcoming Ashley Stoltz to the team! Ashley has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Specialist. In her role, Ashley will support MACNY’s New York State...

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Quotable Quotes

Quotable Quotes David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever wondered why we seem to love quotes so much? Why is it that if a certain person said something, we...

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Recognizing Blame: How to Break the Habit of Making Excuses

Recognizing Blame: How to Break the Habit of Making Excuses We all do it. Something goes wrong, a customer complains, a colleague asks a question and what do we do?...

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Ready, Get Set…

Ready, Get Set… David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We are just about ready to start 2022. Time waits for no one, so we better be ready and get set to...

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Look Back to Leap Forward: One Simple Way to Achieve more in the Coming Year

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Traditions

Traditions David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As I sit down to write this post, I am listening to a Boston Pops Orchestra Christmas album. This season of the year is...

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Justyna Valencia Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

Please join us in welcoming Justyna Valencia to the team! Justyna has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Specialist. In her role, Justyna will support MACNY’s New York State...

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Time To Take Action On Your Supply Chain

Time To Take Action On Your Supply Chain Randy Wolken, President & CEO Most of MACNY’s members are being hurt by their supply chain challenges. Unfortunately, I don’t expect those...

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Six Steps to Successful Empowerment

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Extreme Email Accountability: How to Create Better Relationships Via Email

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MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken Named to City & State’s Economic Development Power 75 List

We are excited to announce that MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken has been named to the list of City & State’s Economic Development Power 75. He was #28 on...

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High Taxes Stifle Our Recovery

High Taxes Stifle Our Recovery Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our economic recovery continues. Now is the time to aid all industries in growing and building back. As a global...

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Who Should You Empower?

Who Should You Empower? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Empowerment is a great tool to develop people. It fuels employee engagement and helps your team members feel that they are...

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Shaping Up: Four Benefits of a Strong Core in Both Body and Business

Shaping Up: Four Benefits of a Strong Core in Both Body and Business Laura Thorne, Official MACNY Consulting Partner How strong is your core? Does that question make you immediately...

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Supply Chain Challenges Are Everywhere

Supply Chain Challenges Are Everywhere Randy Wolken, President & CEO Are you feeling the pain from a disrupted supply chain? I bet you are. Most of our members are, and...

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MEMO OF SUPPORT: Tax Parity for All New York Manufacturers

MEMO OF SUPPORT S.27 (Kaplan)/A.3734 (Stirpe) Tax Parity for All New York Manufacturers The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and the Manufacturers Alliance of New York State (MANY)...

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The Most “Wonderful” Time of the Year?

The Most "Wonderful" Time of the Year? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer If you have been reading my emails or following The Next Page podcast for any length of time,...

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Dawn of a New Blog: Thoughts after my first Live2Lead and the birth of the Bench Marks blog series

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Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I must confess that Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I love to slow down and take time to reflect on the blessings...

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Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment And Apprenticeships Set To Make Us More Competitive

Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment And Apprenticeships Set To Make Us More Competitive Randy Wolken, President & CEO President Biden signed into law a bipartisan and comprehensive $1 trillion infrastructure package with...

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Marissa Beck Joins MACNY as Marketing & Communications Manager

We are so excited to welcome Marissa Beck to the team! Marissa has joined the organization as the Marketing & Communications Manager. In her role, she will support various marketing...

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MACNY’s 2021 Transformational Leadership Award Recipient Is…

We are so excited to announce MACNY's 4th Transformational Leadership Award recipient. John Maxwell often says, "Everything rises and falls on leadership." Leadership is the catalyst that takes average organizations...

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The Lid

The Lid David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the seven things great communicators do when they speak to people. While communicating is a skill every leader...

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It’s National Apprenticeship Week!

You know “timing is everything,” right? This week is National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) and your timing couldn’t be better if you’re looking to upskill your workforce. National Apprenticeship Week is...

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Keeping People Safe & Factories Running Receives CNY Best Team Award

We are so excited to share that the Keeping People Safe and Factories Running program facilitated by MACNY has received the 2021 CNY BEST Team Award. Keeping People Safe &...

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What Can We Do About The Great Resignation?

What Can We Do About The Great Resignation? Randy Wolken, President & CEO It's essential to understand what is occurring in our workplaces that are now often permeated with many...

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Episode 230: Great Communicators

Episode 230 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the characteristics of great communication—a critical component of leadership. We'd love...

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Great Communicators

Great Communicators David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As a student of leadership, I am always looking for tips on communicating because it is a crucial tool for a successful leader....

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MACNY Announces Partnership with Laura Thorne Consulting

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Laura Thorne of Laura Thorne Consulting. Laura has joined the organization as an official partner consultant. In her role, Laura will...

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Manufacturing Matters: November 2021

  Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Emily Langan Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message: China Must...

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What’s Your Post-Pandemic Vision?

What's Your Post-Pandemic Vision? Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future is created twice. First in our minds and then in the world in which we live. Have you envisioned...

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Episode 229: Redemption

Episode 229 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing Ulysses S. Grant's story of redemption as a reminder to leaders...

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Redemption

Redemption David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Hiram was surprised to receive his appointment to the Military Academy at West Point. Upon arrival, he was amazed at the sight. This military...

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Challenges Remain, But Together We Can Overcome Them

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Episode 228: Once Again – Now He Belongs to the Ages

Episode 228 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're remembering Secretary Colin Powell and discussing his profound 13 Rules of Leadership. We'd...

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Once Again – Now He Belongs to the Ages

Once Again – Now He Belongs to the Ages David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The statement, “Now he belongs to the ages,” was made following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln,...

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Supply Chain Challenges Need To Be Addressed

Supply Chain Challenges Need To Be Addressed Randy Wolken, President & CEO Manufacturing supply chains are stressed. It is a challenge we must address as a nation. Critical shortages and...

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Episode 227: Courage Today

Episode 227 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how leaders can live out courage today. We'd love to hear...

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Courage Today

Courage Today David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the courage that I found in our 40th President, Ronald Reagan. Today I would like to shift from...

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Emily Langan Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

We are pleased to welcome Emily Langan, MPA to the team. Emily has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Specialist. In her role, she will represent MACNY and Partners...

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Leading In An Age of Innovation And Rapid Change

Leading In An Age of Innovation And Rapid Change Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leading today is meaningfully different from ever before. We are experiencing a time of unprecedented and...

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Episode 226: A Lesson in Courage

Episode 226 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing a few of the leadership lessons he took away from...

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A Lesson in Courage

A Lesson in Courage David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am currently working through a book by Bret Baier titled Three Days in Moscow. The book is part of Baier's...

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China Is Not Complying With Its Trade Commitments

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Episode 225: Like a Candle Deprived of Oxygen

Episode 225 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how leaders can help their organizations overcome poor morale. We'd love...

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Like a Candle Deprived of Oxygen

Like a Candle Deprived of Oxygen David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We all know what it feels like to enter a room that has been drained of its energy. Like...

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Manufacturing Matters: October 2021

  Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: October is New York State Manufacturing Month. How Will You Celebrate?   Page 3 | President's...

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Manufacturing Careers Day 2021

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. and MACNY welcome you to our 12th Annual Manufacturing Careers Day Hosted by Dan Cummings of News Channel 9, Lockheed Martin kicks off Manufacturing...

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Celebrating Manufacturing Day

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and Partners for Education & Business (PEB) today announced they will celebrate National Manufacturing Day on October 1, 2021. MFG Day, which...

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This Pandemic Has Changed Everything – To Include Manufacturing Day

This Pandemic Has Changed Everything – To Include Manufacturing Day Randy Wolken, President & CEO Today is Manufacturing Day—an annual opportunity for manufacturers to highlight their work and their employees,...

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Episode 224: Build to Brand

Episode 224 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing eight characteristics that make up a great leader and how each...

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Build to Brand

Build to Brand David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A couple of weeks ago, I shared a little bit about the concept of Building, not Branding. This morning I was thinking...

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MACNY Stands With Members On Key Legislation In Congress

MACNY Stands With Members On Key Legislation In Congress Randy Wolken, President & CEO As US Congress reconvenes this fall, MACNY and the Manufacturers Alliance will work with our allies...

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Episode 223: Don’t Miss the Miss

Episode 223 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to make the most out of the good misses in...

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Don’t Miss the Miss

Don't Miss the Miss David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have been watching some baseball lately and have been reminded that the best of the best only gets a hit...

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Look Again—Your World Continues To Change

Look Again—Your World Continues To Change Randy Wolken, President & CEO Over the last 18 months, nearly everything has changed. Our economy, US manufacturing, our communities, our country, and the...

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Episode 222: The Power of the Room

Episode 222 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing three more lessons he learned while away at this summer's...

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The Power of the Room

The Power of the Room David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I shared that I was recently in Orlando for the International Maxwell Certification (IMC). This semi-annual event allows...

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The COVID Threat and The NY HERO Act

The COVID Threat and The NY HERO Act Randy Wolken, President & CEO The threat of COVID-19 continues to evolve. It is presenting us with even more questions and requiring...

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Episode 221: The Tortoise on the Fence Post

Episode 221 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing one of the lessons he learned from Dave Ramsey while...

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The Tortoise on the Fence Post

The Tortoise on the Fence Post David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As I write this post, I am in Orlando at the International Maxwell Certification. When I return to Central...

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Manufacturing In New York Has Become World Class

Manufacturing In New York Has Become World Class Randy Wolken, President & CEO I am often asked to assess the manufacturing climate in the Upstate region and New York State...

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Episode 220: Four Outs

Episode 220 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the four outs principle of leadership. We'd love to hear from...

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Accelerate sales by defining the problem you’re solving

Accelerate sales by defining the problem you’re solving James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer In a recent blog post titled “Do you have a sales strategy for growth?” I mentioned I...

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Manufacturing Matters: September 2021

  Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Amy Stewart Joins MACNY and PEB as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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Four Outs

Four Outs David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I love the great American pastime—baseball. I love the chess match that is played by each manager as they calculate their next move....

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Let Gratitude And Joy Be Your Competitive Advantage

Let Gratitude And Joy Be Your Competitive Advantage Randy Wolken, President & CEO One of the most surprising life lessons for me as a leader is that gratitude and joy...

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Episode 219: How’s Your Vision?

Episode 219 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of vision within an organization and exploring five reasons...

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How’s Your Vision?

How’s Your Vision? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am sure you have heard me say, “people buy into the leader before they buy into the vision,” and I stand...

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Accept Accelerated Change (Or Get Left behind)

Accept Accelerated Change (Or Get Left behind) Randy Wolken, President & CEO The world around us is constantly accelerating. When the world is changing faster and faster each day, so...

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Episode 218: Do You Care Enough? – Part 2

Episode 218 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're finishing a two-part series about caring enough about others to have difficult...

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Partners for Education & Business, Inc. Recognizes 2021 Business Partnership Award Winners

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) have announced the 2021 CNY P-TECH Business Partnership of the Year award winners. The Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) programs...

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Do You Care Enough? – Part 2

Do You Care Enough? – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I started my post by asking if you are a person who cares for others and...

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We Will Have a New Governor and New Opportunities

We Will Have a New Governor and New Opportunities Randy Wolken, President & CEO I am excited about the future of manufacturing and technology in New York State. The series...

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Episode 217: Do You Care Enough? – Part 1

Episode 217 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're starting a two-part series about caring enough about others to have difficult conversations....

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Do You Care Enough? – Part 1

Do You Care Enough? – Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Would you say that you are a person who cares for others? Do you care for the people...

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The COVID Threat Is Still Real But Different Now

The COVID Threat Is Still Real But Different Now Randy Wolken, President & CEO COVID-19 has challenged us for over a year now. And today, the threat continues to evolve—presenting...

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Episode 216: Time to Grab the Baton – Part 2

Episode 216 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of leaders spending meaningful time preparing to create the...

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Time to Grab the Baton – Part 2

Time to Grab the Baton – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Attending a live symphony concert is one of the greatest pleasures in life. For me, the thrill...

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New York State Manufacturing Is Growing Rapidly

New York State Manufacturing Is Growing Rapidly Randy Wolken, President & CEO Have you seen the latest Empire State Manufacturing Survey? If not, you should read it. In July, manufacturing...

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Episode 215: Time to Grab the Baton – Part 1

Episode 215 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how organizations can build a masterpiece by engaging in organizational and...

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Do you have a sales strategy for growth?

Do you have a sales strategy for growth? James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer Earlier this week I hosted my friend Peter Dean for a webinar on how to build a...

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Time to Grab the Baton – Part 1

Time to Grab the Baton – Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Several years ago while attending a training at a Maxwell recertification event in Orlando, we were sent...

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Employer Registration – Statewide Advanced Manufacturing Virtual Job Fair

New York State manufacturing employers are invited to the Statewide Advanced Manufacturing Virtual Job Fair, being held on Thursday, August 19, 2021 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm!  In partnership...

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Local Students to Create and Donate Prosthetic Hands for CNY Youth and Adults for the AT&T Hand in Hand Program

Monday, July 26, 2021 was “Measuring Day” at the AT&T Hand in Hand program at the ERIE21 Innovation Academy on the Le Moyne College campus. The local youth and adults...

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What Does Your Future Look Like?

What Does Your Future Look Like? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We intellectually know the future will be different from the past. However, we often struggle with just how different...

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You Need People Who Get Stuff Done

You Need People Who Get Stuff Done James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer Who should you recruit to your team of “co-founders”? If given the choice between an eager, competitive intern...

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Episode 214: Leading Like the Shepherd

Episode 214 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing David's key leadership takeaways from the very popular Psalm 23. We'd...

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Leading Like the Shepherd

Leading Like the Shepherd David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Perhaps one of the most familiar Psalms is Psalm 23. It is often found in cards or read at funerals. The...

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Are You Celebrating Success?

Are You Celebrating Success? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our lives can become grinding. Day after day of hard work and effort can take its toll. One antidote to fatigue...

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Episode 213: Unleash the Power

Episode 213 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how empowerment could unlock so much opportunity for individuals, organizations, and...

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Unleash the Power

Unleash the Power David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer    I believe that you have an untapped resource within your organization. A resource that, when fully utilized, has the potential to transform...

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Amy Stewart Joins MACNY As Workforce Development Specialist

We are excited to welcome Amy Stewart to the MACNY and PEB team! Amy has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Specialist. In her role, she will represent MACNY...

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NY HERO Act

NY HERO Act Randy Wolken, President & CEO The New York State Legislature passed the NY HERO Act (S.1034-B/A.2681-B) and, with a few chapter amendments, was signed by the Governor....

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Episode 212: Community

Episode 212 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how the feeling of community has evolved throughout the pandemic as...

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Community

Community David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am amazed by the ways many businesses were able to navigate their operations during the pandemic. For us at MACNY, within five days...

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U.S. Manufacturing Needs A Restart

U.S. Manufacturing Needs A Restart Randy Wolken, President & CEO Why do so many of us make New Year's Resolutions? What makes January 1 so special? Wouldn't December 1 or...

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Manufacturing Matters – Summer 2021

  Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY’S 108th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing Page 3 | President's Message: Four Critical Elements Needed To...

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Join us for MACNY’s 108th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing!

Join us for MACNY's 108th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing! Thursday, September 23rd, 2021 5 - 8 pm SRC Arena & Events Center on the Onondaga Community College Campus  ...

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Episode 211: Building Influence

Episode 211 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing six key practices that will take your influence, and therefore your...

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Building Influence

Building Influence David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer You have heard me say many times leadership is influence. If you want to be a better leader, increase your influence. It sounds...

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What The Great Outdoors Can Do For Us

What The Great Outdoors Can Do For Us Randy Wolken, President & CEO I recently returned from a family trip to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. It was a magnificent...

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Episode 210: The 10-Minute Timeout

Episode 210 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're sharing a new-to-us concept: The 10-Minute Timeout. This practice has the potential...

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Partners for Education & Business, Inc. Announces 2021 CNY STEM Scholarship Winners

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) is excited to announce the 2021 CNY STEM Scholarship recipients. This year PEB celebrates the largest class of recipients with 11 scholarships awarded!...

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The 10-Minute Timeout

The 10-Minute Timeout David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you ever feel like you are running from meeting to meeting and activity to activity? At the end of the day,...

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Excellence and Success Require Collaboration

Excellence and Success Require Collaboration Randy Wolken, President & CEO The biggest myth in the world of success literature is that we can be successful alone. This simply isn’t true....

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Episode 209: The Greatest Edge

Episode 209 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how you can develop a strong competitive edge for your company...

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The Greatest Edge

The Greatest Edge David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We live in a world filled with competition. We compete for everything—the best and brightest employees, loyal customers, market share, and more....

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New York State Needs to Refrain from Harming Our Economic Recovery

New York State Needs to Refrain from Harming Our Economic Recovery Randy Wolken, President & CEO The New York State Legislative Session will end this week. We have come through...

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Episode 208: Am I Teachable?

Episode 208 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how you can increase your teachability along your path of growth...

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Am I Teachable?

Am I Teachable? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This week I have been reflecting on being teachable. More specifically, asking myself am I teachable? The quick answer that I came...

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Submit Your Nominations by 6/30!

We are collecting nominations for our 2021 Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards! Award recipients will be honored at MACNY's 108th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing on...

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MEMO OF SUPPORT: S.5397 (Benjamin)/A.9587 (Steck) – The New York YouthBuild Act

MEMO OF SUPPORT S.5397 (Benjamin)/A.9587 (Steck) The New York YouthBuild Act   MACNY - the Manufacturers Association of Central New York supports S.5397 (Benjamin)/A.9587 (Steck), which would enact the “New...

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MEMO IN OPPOSITION: S.933-A/S.1812A Antitrust Legislation in NY

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.933-A/S.1812A Antitrust Legislation in NY   MACNY – The Manufacturers Association opposes S.933-A (Gianaris) / A.1812A (Dinowitz), which would amend the state’s General Business Law’s provision regarding...

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Change Was Inevitable This Past Year – Growth Was Optional

Change Was Inevitable This Past Year - Growth Was Optional Randy Wolken, President & CEO This past year has been a year of rapid, and at times painful, change. So...

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Episode 207: Welcome The Ball

Episode 207 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing assuming a positive life stance when dealing with challenges to become...

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MEMO OF OPPOSITION: Legislation That Would Create the NY Privacy Act

MEMO OF OPPOSITION Legislation That Would Create the NY Privacy Act   MACNY- The Manufacturers Association opposes S.6701(Thomas)/A.680A (Rosenthall), which would enact the “New York Privacy Act” to require companies...

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Memo of Support: S.31/A.5883 to Exempt Personal Protective Equipment from Sales Tax

MEMO OF SUPPORT   S.31/A.5883 to Exempt Personal Protective Equipment from Sales Tax   The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and the Manufacturers Alliance of New York...

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Welcome The Ball

Welcome the Ball David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently watched an online training based on The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth when I heard John Maxwell share some advice...

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Post-Pandemic Work Is Different, And You Must Adjust

Post-Pandemic Work Is Different, And You Must Adjust Randy Wolken, President & CEO As we have begun to emerge from the crisis, I have noticed a distinct change in the...

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Episode 206: Are You an Over-Committer?

Episode 206 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing our experiences as over-committers and how we can all break the...

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Are You an Over-Committer?

Are You an Over-Committer? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I found myself very stressed out. My blood pressure was up and I was irritable and anxious about a myriad...

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Vaccinated Freedoms

Vaccinated Freedoms Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week Governor Cuomo announced that New York State would follow the new CDC guidelines for vaccinated people. The CDC issued its research-based...

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Episode 205: The Next Step

Episode 205 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to build your inner circle and how to get the...

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Memo in Opposition: S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried)

MEMO IN OPPOSITION S.5474 (Rivera) / A.6058 (Gottfried)  ACT would amend the public health law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the “New York health plan" and...

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The Next Step

The Next Step David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Graduation time is upon us, and countless long-robed orators will be giving advice to newly minted graduates. Advice about reaching for the...

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Bill Summary: New York State HERO Act

New York State HERO Act: S.1034-B (Gianaris)/ A.2681-B (Reyes) Summary and Background On Wednesday May 5, 2021, Governor Cuomo signed into law A.2681-B (Reyes)/ S.1034-B (Gianaris). The HERO Act is...

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Memo of Opposition: S.2762 (Ramos) / A.766 (Rosenthal)

MEMO OF OPPOSITION S.2762 (Ramos) / A.766 (Rosenthal) Relates to securing payment of wages for work already performed; creates an employee lien MACNY – The Manufacturers Association opposes S.2762/A.766 as...

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Post-COVID Leadership Is Needed Now

Post-COVID Leadership Is Needed Now Randy Wolken, President & CEO I have dedicated a lot of time to writing and talking about the emerging post-COVID world. I am convinced so...

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Episode 204: Contentment Can Kill

Episode 204 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how healthy discontent can move you toward your dreams. We'd love...

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Contentment Can Kill

Contentment Can Kill David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I know what you are thinking, “What has happened to Dave? Last week he was writing about needing to be liked, and...

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Manufacturing Matters – May 2021

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Back in Full Swing!   Page 3 | President's Message: Latest New York State Budget Impacts Manufacturers...

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Episode 203: But I Just Want to be Liked

Episode 203 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to shift from being a people pleaser to a strong...

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Heroes Need Jobs Too

Heroes Need Jobs Too Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently, the New York State Legislature passed the NY HERO Act (S.1034-B/A.2681-B). If signed by the Governor in its current form,...

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But I Just Want to be Liked

But I Just Want to be Liked David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I am a person who wants to be liked by other people. Probably a more accurate statement would...

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New York State’s Proposed Fee on Carbon Emissions Will Hurt Manufacturers and Our Recovery

New York State’s Proposed Fee on Carbon Emissions Will Hurt Manufacturers and Our Recovery Randy Wolken, President & CEO In 2020, New York State passed the most aggressive climate protection...

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Episode 202: Where Are You?

Episode 202 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing Ken Coleman's simple and profoundly effective principle: The Proximity Principle. We'd love...

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Where Are You?

Where Are You? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you know where you want to be? Do you know who you want to become? These questions are critical. I can...

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The Post-Pandemic World Is Within Reach, If We Don’t Miss The Opportunity

The Post-Pandemic World Is Within Reach, If We Don't Miss The Opportunity Randy Wolken, President & CEO I, like so many, initially thought we would transition quickly through COVID-19. I...

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Episode 201: The Law of the Lid, Another View

Episode 201 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing a new take on John Maxwell's Law of the Lid. We'd...

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How to use your company’s ownership equity

How to use your company’s ownership equity James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer Most entrepreneurs and business owners tend to think about equity in terms of a pie to be divided....

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The Law of the Lid, Another View

The Law of the Lid, Another View David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                   Many of you are familiar with the Law of the Lid, which says your organization can’t rise above...

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Navigating The Long Road Ahead

Navigating The Long Road Ahead Randy Wolken, President & CEO Let's not kid ourselves; when it comes to thriving in a competitive environment, the road ahead for manufacturers is sure...

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Episode 200: The Value of Consistency

Episode 200 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the value and power of consistency. We'd love to hear from...

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The Value of Consistency

The Value of Consistency David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We often look for clever tricks to help us accomplish something and overlook the most effective tool—consistency. It's not a fun...

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State Budget Update

Both Houses of the New York State Legislature have finalized and passed a 2021-22 State Budget. The budget agreement was reached between the Legislature and Governor Cuomo earlier this week....

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We Need To Support, Not Hurt, Manufacturers

We Need To Support, Not Hurt, Manufacturers Randy Wolken, President & CEO We have a 2021-22 New York State Budget agreement. Like most budgets, it is a mixed bag. New...

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Episode 199: Great Leaders Are Great Followers

Episode 199 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing seven characteristics of both great leaders and great followers. We'd love...

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Great Leaders Are Great Followers

Great Leaders Are Great Followers David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This may sound like a contradiction, but in my opinion, the best leaders are also the best followers. Let me...

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Manufacturing Matters: April 2021

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Regional Manufacturing Companies Mark One Year Anniversary of the Innovative Safety Pledge Program in Response to COVID-19...

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Vaccinations for Every Adult Offer a Path to a New Normal

Vaccinations for Every Adult Offer a Path to a New Normal Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week, New York State announced that vaccinations for all individuals over the age...

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Episode 198: A Ticking Time Bomb

Episode 198 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to lead with your own personal growth in mind--and why...

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A Ticking Time Bomb

A Ticking Time Bomb David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently read a short article that stated, “You can only lead people whose leadership abilities are less than yours.” This...

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What Does Your Post-Pandemic Future Look Like?

What Does Your Post-Pandemic Future Look Like? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Most of us have been living in our pandemic-altered life for over a year now. As vaccinations become...

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Episode 197: Was it a Vacation?

Episode 197 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing a few useful tools he learned at his recent (virtual)...

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Was it a Vacation?

Was it a Vacation? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Each year I attend the International Maxwell Certification event so that my John Maxwell Team certifications stay current. The three-day event...

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Regional Manufacturing Companies Mark One Year Anniversary of the Innovative Safety Pledge Program in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

One year ago, the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and a small group of manufacturing leaders met to form a consortium and outline a process of “Keeping People...

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Manufacturers and Technology Companies Will Leave New York State

Manufacturers and Technology Companies Will Leave New York State Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are at a delicate time in the recovery of our state economy. With record unemployment,...

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Episode 196: The Ladder – Part 2

Episode 196 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're finishing the two-part ladder series. This week's episode will cover Ladder Extending...

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The Ladder – Part 2

Last week we looked at how ladders help us grow and ascend to heights that would have otherwise been unattainable. We covered the first of four phases, Ladder Climbing (How...

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Memo of Opposition: S.1034A (Gianaris)/A.2681A (Reyes)

MEMO OF OPPOSITION S.1034A (Gianaris)/A.2681A (Reyes) The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) opposes S.1034A (Gianaris/A.2681A (Reyes), which would amend the labor law in regard to preventing occupational exposure...

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Central Upstate MFG – Edition 9

We are very excited to bring you the ninth edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! In the last year, we’ve seen MACNY member companies do incredible things, despite the pandemic...

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Optimism Is The Cure

Optimism Is The Cure Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future remains unclear. As we come through this pandemic, fear and uncertainty can prevent us from taking the necessary steps...

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Memo of Support: COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Tax Legislation

MEMO OF SUPPORT  Senate bill 1197(Persaud)/Assembly bill 2001A (Zebrowski) COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Tax Legislation Update: Bill was signed by Governor Cuomo; it takes effect immediately The Manufacturers Association, MACNY, supports...

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Episode 195: The Ladder – Part 1

Episode 195 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're starting a two-part series about ladders. This week's episode will cover Ladder Climbing...

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The Ladder – Part 1

The Ladder - Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Ladders are wonderful things. They allow us to attain heights that would otherwise be out of our reach. They come...

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Episode 194: Where Would We Be Without Them?

Episode 194 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments series and traveling back to the city of Syracuse...

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What We Need Now Is Growth

What We Need Now Is Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO The impacts of COVID-19 on our country have been dramatic. It has challenged us in ways we could not...

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Why you should charge for your Minimal Viable Product

Why you should charge for your Minimal Viable Product James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer When you’re launching something new, be it an entirely new business or simply a new product,...

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Where Would We Be Without Them?

Where Would We Be Without Them? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer On the corner of 3rd and Highland Streets on the North Side of Syracuse, you will find a large...

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Upcoming Event – Invest NY: Industry 4.0

MACNY's Chief Growth Officer James Shomar will be participating in a panel discussion on Industry 4.0: Investing in Innovation & Improving Profitability hosted online by the Upstate Capital Association...

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Manufacturing Matters – March 2021

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Taylor Hodge Joins MACNY and PEB as Workforce Development Specialist   Page 3 | President's Message: It’s...

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It’s Time To Prepare For Vaccination

It's Time To Prepare For Vaccination Randy Wolken, President & CEO COVID-19 vaccinations are underway in our communities. At-risk populations are receiving their first and second shots. Although it has...

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Episode 193: Old Rags, or Much More

Episode 193 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments series and traveling back to Fort Schuyler (Stanwix) in...

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Old Rags, or Much More

Old Rags, or Much More David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It is August 3, 1777 and hopes that the 700 patriots could hold the fort were growing dim. General Barry...

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It’s Time To Tackle Our Infrastructure Challenge

It’s Time To Tackle Our Infrastructure Challenge Randy Wolken, President & CEO The United States has woefully underinvested in our infrastructure for decades. MACNY agrees with the National Association of...

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Episode 192: The Heroes Among Us

Episode 192 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments series and traveling back to The Collins Block Fire...

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The Heroes Among Us

The Heroes Among Us David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It was a normal February night in 1939, and the city of Syracuse was mostly quiet. The patrons who had visited...

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Do You Have Thinking Partners?

Do You Have Thinking Partners? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our work and lives are very complicated—and they become more so with every passing day. This is why we need...

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Episode 191: A Most Unusual Monument

Episode 191 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments and traveling back to 1817 to visit a 363-mile...

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A Most Unusual Monument

A Most Unusual Monument David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s July 4, 1817, and James Madison, our fifth president, is sitting in the White House as fireworks explode in the...

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Our World Has Been Changed Forever By COVID-19

Our World Has Been Changed Forever By COVID-19 Randy Wolken, President & CEO The world will never be the same. COVID-19 and the resulting changes will be with us from...

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Episode 190: A Time for Mercy

Episode 190 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments and traveling back to 1793 in the village of...

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The future is predictable

The future is predictable James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer It’s difficult enough to make big strategic decisions about growth if you assume circumstances will remain constant. The real world is...

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A Time for Mercy

A Time for Mercy David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The year is 1793. A village called Salina sits atop a swamp near the shores of Onondaga Lake. The population of...

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Memo of Support: Tax Equality for All New York Manufacturers

MEMO IN SUPPORT   Senate bill 27 (Kaplan)/Assembly bill 3734 (Stirpe) Tax Equality for All New York Manufacturers The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and our Manufacturers...

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Manufacturing Matters: February 2021

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards - Nominate Today!   Page 3 | President's...

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Let’s Buy American!

Let's Buy American! Randy Wolken, President & CEO It's time to get serious about buying American products and services. As we begin to recover, our economic vitality and national security...

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Taylor Hodge Joins MACNY as Workforce Development Specialist

We are pleased to welcome Taylor Hodge to the team! Taylor has joined the organization as a Workforce Development Specialist. In her role, she will represent MACNY and Partners for...

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Episode 189: His Name Was William

Episode 189 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our Monuments series with the story of a man named William....

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How channel partners can be dangerous

How channel partners can be dangerous James Shomar, Chief Growth Officer Leveraging channel partners can be one of the fastest and most scalable go-to-market strategies. Generally speaking, I am a...

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Memo of Support: FY2022 State Funding of Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program

MEMO OF SUPPORT   FY 2022 State Budget- Department of Labor $750,000 - Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program for New York State The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and...

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His Name Was William

His Name Was William David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It was an early Fall day. The leaves were revealing their brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges. The chlorophyll had finally surrendered...

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It’s Time To Get To Work

It's Time To Get To Work Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Wednesday, I watched the Inauguration with gratitude for the peaceful transition of power. During this challenging time, we...

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Episode 188: It Was Bitter Cold

Episode 188 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're beginning our new series: Monuments. We'd love to hear from you! Send...

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Why launching new businesses slowly is actually riskier and more expensive

Why launching new businesses slowly is actually riskier and more expensive James Shomar, Chief Leadership Officer I've noticed a pattern recently. Many CEOs tend to launch new businesses much slower...

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It Was Bitter Cold

It Was Bitter Cold David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                  It was a bitterly cold early March evening that felt more like early February. The air was still, and the...

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Now Is The Time To Create The Future

Now Is The Time To Create The Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future is always created twice. First, it is created in the mind, and then it must...

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Episode 187: Four Steps to Meaningful Change – Step Four

Episode 187 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the fourth, and final, step along the path to meaningful change:...

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Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Four

Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Four David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We have made it to the last installment of my series on Meaningful Change. This week we will...

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Manufacturing Matters: January 2021

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Introducing James Shomar and MACNY Growth Services Page 3 | President's Message: Happy New Year - 2021...

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It’s Time to Refocus on Growing Manufacturing Again

It's Time to Refocus on Growing Manufacturing Again Randy Wolken, President & CEO The events of the past few days have demonstrated to me once again the importance of our...

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Episode 186: Four Steps to Meaningful Change – Step Three

Episode 186 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the role of strategy along the path of meaningful change. We'd...

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Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Three

Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Three David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Happy New Year!  We made it through 2020 and 2021 is upon us. This new and exciting year...

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James Shomar Joins MACNY As Chief Growth Officer

We are pleased to welcome James Shomar to the MACNY team! James has joined the organization as Chief Growth Officer—a new role at MACNY. In his role, James will help...

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Episode 185: Four Steps to Meaningful Change – Step Two

Episode 185 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the role of vision along the path of meaningful change. We'd...

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Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Two

Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step Two David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I started this four-part series on Meaningful Change. With a new year just ahead of us,...

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Meet New York State’s Newly Elected Officials

In preparation for the 2021-22 Legislative Session, our partners at Ostroff Associates have provided biographies for all newly elected members of the Senate and Assembly. As you are aware, the...

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Episode 184: Four Steps to Meaningful Change – Step One

Episode 184 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the role of self-awareness along the path of meaningful change. We'd...

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Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step One

Four Steps to Meaningful Change: Step One David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have been thinking a lot about how 2021 will be different from 2020. Maybe it's more accurate...

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Our Recovery Is On The Way – So It Seems Like A Good Time For A Change

Our Recovery Is On The Way – So It Seems Like A Good Time For A Change Randy Wolken, President & CEO When I started sharing a daily thought in...

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Episode 183: The Eyes of a Child

Episode 183 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're sharing some of our favorite memories and why seeing through the eyes...

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The Eyes of a Child

The Eyes of a Child David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do the holidays have you stressed out yet? Are you running ragged trying to get everything wrapped up before year...

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New York State Legislative Session Calendar

New York State has released the 2021 Legislative Session Calendar The New York State legislative session calendar establishes a schedule for the 2021 legislative session and provides dates important to...

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What Do Leaders Do With Their Sadness?

What Do Leaders Do With Their Sadness? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Being a leader, at any level, is challenging during a crisis. As a leader for over 30 years,...

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Episode 182: Wonderful Uneasiness

Episode 182 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to process through uneasiness and leverage it as a growth...

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Wonderful Uneasiness

Wonderful Uneasiness David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I just started a new book titled 52 Little Lessons from A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens wrote the timeless classic, A Christmas Carol,...

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It’s Time To Invest In Growth

It's Time To Invest In Growth Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn. It’s normal to not know what...

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Episode 181: More Than a Season

Episode 181 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing hope and sharing tips and tricks to help you enjoy the...

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More Than a Season

More Than a Season David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer If you have been reading my posts for more than a year, you know that I refer to the season between...

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What’s Next?

What's Next? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do you find yourself asking “what’s next?” more often than before? We seem to be on the verge of emerging into what will...

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Episode 180: “I Think”

Episode 180 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of thinking time and the tools and techniques that...

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“I Think”

"I Think" David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer "Two percent of people think; three percent think they think, and ninety-five percent of people would rather die than think." George Bernard Shaw...

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Can Everyone Be A Change Leader?

Can Everyone Be A Change Leader? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Can you imagine what companies and organizations would be like if everyone could be a change leader? Properly channeled,...

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Episode 179: Winners and Losers

Episode 179 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about having a winner's mindset. We'd love to hear from you!...

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Winners and Losers

Winners and Losers David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever thought about the differences between winners and losers? Not the obvious difference that one person won, and one person...

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We Must Continue To Operate Safely

We Must Continue To Operate Safely Randy Wolken, President & CEO  We are now in a critical phase of our battle with COVID-19 here in Central New York. As a...

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Episode 178: Time to Over-Prepare

Episode 178 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're are talking about how to close the gap between what you want...

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Time to Over-Prepare

Time to Over-Prepare David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We are living in a very unusual time. Elections, working from home, schooling from home, social distancing; the distractions are everywhere. As...

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Manufacturing Matters: November 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: In-Person and Hybrid Events and Trainings are Back! Page 3 | President's Message: The Post-COVID Economy Requires Us...

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What’s Your Growth Strategy?

What's Your Growth Strategy? Randy Wolken, President & CEO The pandemic has taken its toll on so many individuals and organizations. Many have been trying to survive each day the...

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Episode 177: Who is Traveling with You?

Episode 177 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of evaluating who joins you on your life journey....

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Who is Traveling with You?

Who is Traveling with You? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Legendary basketball coach John Wooden had a quote that I just love, “There is a choice you have to make...

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When Will This Pandemic End And What Should We Focus On?

When Will This Pandemic End And What Should We Focus On? Randy Wolken, President & CEO In my role as President & CEO of MACNY and as a member of...

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Episode 176: The Journey – Part 2

Episode 176 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're finishing a two-part series about the journey of our lives. We'd love...

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The Journey – Part 2

The Journey – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I introduced you to the idea of our lives being journeys. We looked into finding joy in the...

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Communicate for Success During a Crisis

Communicate for Success During a Crisis Randy Wolken, President & CEO A crisis requires substantially more communication and different kinds of interactions. Leaders at all levels need to recognize this...

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Episode 175: The Journey – Part 1

Episode 175 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're starting a two-part series about enjoying the journey of our lives. We'd...

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The Journey – Part 1

The Journey – Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When you hear the word journey, what thoughts come to mind? For some reason, the word journey sounds much more...

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We Need To Stay Focused On Being Safely Open

We Need To Stay Focused On Being Safely Open We are now entering a very challenging time in our fight against COVID-19 and its impacts. As much of the United...

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Episode 174: Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part Four

Episode 174 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our four-part series about the Four Dimensions of Leadership with a...

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Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 4

Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 4 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Wow, we are already at the end of our series on the Four Dimensions of Leadership. In case...

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The Post-COVID Economy is Resulting in a Deep Divide Between Mid & High Skills and Lower Skills Workers

The Post-COVID Economy is Resulting in a Deep Divide Between Mid & High Skills and Lower Skills Workers Randy Wolken, President & CEO U.S. workers are emerging from the pandemic...

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Episode 173: Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part Three

Episode 173 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our four-part series about the Four Dimensions of Leadership with a...

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Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 3

Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 3 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s hard to believe that another week has passed, and I am already at part three of the...

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Manufacturing Careers Day – Watch Today!

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. and MACNY welcome you to our 11th Annual Manufacturing Careers Day Hosted by Dan Cummings of News Channel 9, this year’s theme is “Resiliency...

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Patience, Perseverance, and the Future

Patience, Perseverance, and the Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO I can be an impatient person. However, it is not when I am at my best. One needs patience to...

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Episode 172: Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part Two

Episode 172 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're continuing our four-part series about the Four Dimensions of Leadership with a...

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Video: The Future of Manufacturing

2020 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Induction Part of MACNY's 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing In today's video, Randy Wolken, MACNY's President & CEO, is providing a brief update on the Future...

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Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 2

Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I started this four-part series by writing about the first dimension of leadership, which is Inside...

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Join us for Manufacturing Careers Day 2020

You're invited to Manufacturing Careers Day! Friday, October 2 at 10 am via YouTube All virtual event links will be shared via email. Click here to get on the list!...

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Video: Manufacturers Wall of Fame Induction

2020 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Induction Part of MACNY's 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing In today's video, Randy Wolken, MACNY's President & CEO, is introducing this year's Manufacturers Wall of Fame...

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Are You Prepared for the Post-COVID World?

Are You Prepared for the Post-COVID World? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are less than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic. However, so much has changed. And even more...

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Episode 171: Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part One

Episode 171 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're kicking off a four-part series about the Four Dimensions of Leadership with...

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Video: Innovator of the Year Award Ceremony

2020 Innovator of the Year Award Ceremony Part of MACNY's 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing In today's video, Randy Wolken, MACNY's President & CEO, is introducing Daniel Brown from SRC,...

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Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 1

Four Dimensions of Leadership – Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer If you have ever read my emails or blog posts, you know that I am passionate about leadership,...

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Video: The State of Manufacturing with Randy Wolken

The State of Manufacturing Part of MACNY's 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing In today's video, Randy Wolken, MACNY's President & CEO, provides a brief update on the State of Manufacturing....

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Join Us to Discuss the Present and Future of Manufacturing Excellence

Join Us to Discuss the Present and Future of Manufacturing Excellence Randy Wolken, President & CEO Next week marks MACNY’s 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing. This year we could not...

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Episode 170: Are you an Opportunity Optimizer?

Episode 170 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about optimizing opportunities--even during times of crisis or challenge. We're also...

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Are you an Opportunity Optimizer?

Are you an Opportunity Optimizer? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege of spending a few days with some of my mentors in...

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Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtable

Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtable  Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 AM – 10 AM RSVP:  HERE   Please join us at an Industry Roundtable on September 21 focused on employer...

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Upcoming Event – Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator

Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator Event Date Thursday, September 17 | 9:30-11:30 am ET Registration Link https://jff.webex.com/jff/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9a487baf587a49a7d9e0e688c15f7ada Summary Learn how Registered Apprenticeship can address the workforce needs...

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How Do You Build Resiliency?

How Do You Build Resiliency? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Times of stress and rapid change are unique periods. They test our stamina, mental agility, ability to adapt, and our...

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Episode 169: Summertime Lessons – Part 3: It’s Always an Inside Job

Episode 169 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how trust and character lend themselves to commitment. We'd love...

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RSVP for our virtual Celebration of Manufacturing events!

Don't forget to RSVP for our virtual Celebration of Manufacturing events! The State of Manufacturing September 22, 3 pm Join Randy Wolken, President and CEO of MACNY, for updates and...

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Summertime Lessons – Part 3: It’s Always an Inside Job

Summertime Lessons - Part 3: It’s Always an Inside Job David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Two weeks ago, I shared a leadership lesson that I gleaned from the book The...

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Upcoming Event – Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator

Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator Event Date Thursday, September 17 | 9:30-11:30 am ET Registration Link https://jff.webex.com/jff/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9a487baf587a49a7d9e0e688c15f7ada Summary Learn how Registered Apprenticeship can address the workforce needs...

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The Best Leaders Are Influencers

The Best Leaders Are Influencers Randy Wolken, President & CEO We all have our favorite leaders who have demonstrated they have influence well beyond their official positions. When they are...

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Episode 168: Summertime Lessons – Part 2: Warm Summer Breezes

Episode 168 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about valuing people: what works, why it works, and how we can...

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Summertime Lessons – Part 2: Warm Summer Breezes

Summertime Lessons – Part 2: Warm Summer Breezes David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I was out for my early morning walk. It was one of the first crisp...

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View Now: SUNY Upstate’s COVID-19 Update for MACNY Members

Please note that this presentation is optimized for desktop and laptop viewing. Presentation may not display on all mobile devices and tablets.

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Manufacturing Matters: September 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY’s 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing Page 3 | President's Message: Manufacturers are Prepared to Safely Spur Our...

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The Need for Workers in Manufacturing Grows

The Need for Workers in Manufacturing Grows Randy Wolken, President & CEO Over the last few weeks, I have seen a noticeable increase in the number of job openings for...

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Episode 167: Summertime Lessons – Part 1

Episode 167 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the connection between trust and commitment. We'd love to hear from you!...

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Milestone Award Recipients to be Honored During MACNY’s 107th Annual Celebration

Each year during our Annual Celebration, we like to take a moment to recognize our member companies celebrating exciting milestone anniversaries. This year we will be honoring the following companies:...

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Summertime Lessons – Part 1

Summertime Lessons - Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Summertime is such a special time in Central New York. The temperatures are mostly ideal, the grass is beautifully green,...

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Upcoming Event – Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator

Growing Long Island’s Manufacturing Workforce: An Apprenticeship Accelerator Event Date Thursday, September 17 | 9:30-11:30 am ET Registration Link https://jff.webex.com/jff/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9a487baf587a49a7d9e0e688c15f7ada Summary Learn how Registered Apprenticeship can address the workforce needs...

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MACNY Works with Manufacturers Alliance Partner, CEG, to Sponsor Apprenticeship Program for 50+ GLOBALFOUNDRIES Workers

The Center for Economic Growth (CEG) will be vastly expanding its role in upskilling the Capital Region’s workforce through a first-of-its-kind apprenticeship program for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. CEG has...

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Manufacturers are Resilient

Manufacturers are Resilient Randy Wolken, President & CEO This crisis has revealed, once again, that manufacturers in New York State are resilient. Most have been open in some capacity despite...

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Episode 166: Do You Know Where You Are Going?

Episode 166 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of leading with vision. We'd love to hear from you!...

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Do You Know Where You Are Going?

Do You Know Where You Are Going? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week’s post was titled, Don’t Leave Home Without It, and at the beginning of that post I...

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Kathleen Alaimo and Louis DeMent Named MACNY’s 2020 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductees

We are excited to announce the 2020 inductees for the Manufacturers Wall of Fame! Kathleen Alaimo, President of Syracuse Label & Surround Printing, and Louis DeMent, Owner and CEO of...

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Do you know the best way to ride your rollercoaster?

Do you know the best way to ride your rollercoaster? Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you are like me, you get to ride the daily rollercoaster of challenges and...

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Episode 165: Don’t Leave Home Without It

Episode 165 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of leading with empathy. We'd love to hear from you!...

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Don’t Leave Home Without It

Don’t Leave Home Without It David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer For several weeks, I have been thinking about the challenges we are facing in America. Our nation has been through...

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OSHA Safe & Sound Week

Safe and Sound is a year-round awareness effort by OSHA to encourage every workplace in the United States to recognize the benefits of having a safety and health program. From...

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Gone Fishin’

Gone Fishin' Randy Wolken, President & CEO A popular song of 1951 named Gone Fishin’ sung by Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong filled my mind recently. I was heading out...

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Episode 164: This is Your Sign

Episode 164 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the value of making your goals visible and the power of visualization....

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This is Your Sign

This is Your Sign David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Since March 17th, I have been working from my office at home. My home office is very nice, and it is...

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Announcing MACNY’s Virtual 107th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing

We are excited to announce that we have transitioned our traditionally-celebrated-in-May Annual Dinner to a two-week-long virtual celebration of manufacturing that will be able to breakdown geographical barriers and engage...

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Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtables

Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtables   Monday, August 10, 2020 Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 AM – 10 AM RSVP:  HERE   Please join us at an Industry Roundtable on...

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Be a Friend

Be a Friend Randy Wolken, President & CEO Balancing your role as a leader and a friend is one of the hardest things to do as a leader. Senior leaders...

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Episode 163: Your Vantage Point is Critical

Episode 163 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David shares about a recent trip to Lake Placid where he discovered something amazing...

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Your Vantage Point is Critical

Your Vantage Point is Critical David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently, my wife and I took a quiet two-day getaway and traveled up to Lake Placid. Its been 40 years...

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Our Reopening Continues Safely

Our Reopening Continues Safely Randy Wolken, President & CEO  We are now in the fourth and final phase of the CNY Reopening. As a member of the CNY Control Group,...

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Episode 162: The Power of Connection

Episode 162 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David shares about an experience where a moment of intentional connection had a profound...

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The Power of Connection

The Power of Connection David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are you someone who loves to talk to people you don’t know? Do you enjoy meeting people and learning about them...

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Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtables

Statewide Apprenticeship Opportunity Industry Roundtables    Monday, July 27, 2020 Monday, August 10, 2020 Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 AM – 10 AM RSVP:  HERE   Please join us at...

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Our Digital, Distance, and Virtual World

Our Digital, Distance, and Virtual World Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our world has been radically altered. I, for one, miss so much about the world we just left. I...

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Episode 161: Could This Be You?

Episode 161 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the common struggle of negativity and being too critical. It's easy...

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Could This Be You?

Could This Be You? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are you drawn to negative thoughts? Are you frequently returning to a critical mindset? Do you find yourself focusing on what...

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Manufacturing Matters: Summer 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Partners for Education & Business, Inc. Celebrates Annual Awards Event Virtually   Page 3 | President's Message:...

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How Are You Staying Healthy?

How Are You Staying Healthy? Randy Wolken, President & CEO The pandemic has inserted an incredible amount of change and stress into our lives. So much change so fast is...

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Episode 160: What I Learned While on Vacation

Episode 160 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing a great lesson that he learned while on vacation. We're...

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What I Learned While on Vacation

What I Learned While on Vacation David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer At the end of June, I had the privilege of taking a week off and spent the time with...

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A Fourth of July to Remember

A Fourth of July to Remember Randy Wolken, President & CEO We live in unique times. America has not faced a pandemic of this magnitude since 1918. On this Independence...

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Episode 159: We The People

Episode 159 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're sharing some interesting facts and fond memories of the 4th of July. We'd love to...

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Voices of Manufacturing: Interview with Max Kunz and Stephen Chabot, Volpi

VOICES OF MANUFACTURING Today we bring you the third episode of “Voices of Manufacturing,” MACNY's digital interview program that highlights some of our member companies that are going above and...

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We The People

We The People David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This coming Saturday is July 4—Independence Day­. A special day in our country and one of my favorites. I had the privilege...

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PEB’s 2020 Annual Awards Celebration

Partners for Education and Business, Inc. and the CNY STEM Hub invite you to view the 2020 Annual Awards Celebration! This year, we are celebrating engaged businesses in the community,...

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CNY Youth to Design and Fabricate Prosthetic Hands at STEAM Summer Camp

CNY Youth to Design and Fabricate Prosthetic Hands for Youths and Seniors at STEAM Summer Day Camp CNY STEM Hub, PEB, and AT&T partner to offer CNY teens a free...

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What’s Your Plan Now?

What’s Your Plan Now? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Plans need to correspond to the times in which we live. When life changes dramatically on us, we must adjust our...

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Episode 158: Something to Think About

Episode 158 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're discussing ways to live intentionally and sharing how you can make your life your personal...

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Something to Think About

Something to Think About David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This is my last post for the first half of the year, and a crazy first half it has been. In...

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Our Reopening Must Continue Safely

Our Reopening Must Continue Safely Randy Wolken, President & CEO Central New York is now in Phase 3 of Reopening. As a member of the CNY Control Group, I can...

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Spotlight Your Company with MACNY

We know these are challenging times, but we are here to help you and provide you with resources to safely reopen your business. Through these difficult times, the general public...

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Episode 157: Is it Gone?

Episode 157 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today David is reflecting on a recent and meaningful experience that inspired our conversation about spreading hope...

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Is it Gone?

Is it Gone? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Each morning, a mentor of mine live streams the sunrise from his balcony, which overlooks the ocean. He started doing this to...

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CCMR & NYSTAR JumpStart Program: Applications Due 6/30

The Cornell Center for Materials Research and NYSTAR are Helping Small Businesses JumpStart Projects Applications for the 2020 fall semester will be accepted starting June 1st, 2020. To help further small...

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Manufacturing Matters: June 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Reopening Our Economy Safely is Now Underway Page 3 | Workforce Development: A Workforce Repurposes Page 4...

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Is it Time for a Staycation?

Is it Time for a Staycation? Randy Wolken, President & CEO This time of year, in a typical year, most of us start thinking about our summer vacation plans. It’s...

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Regional Manufacturing Companies Complete Innovative Safety Pledge Program in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

MACNY and its visionary partners are pleased to announce all companies that participated in the first cohort of the “Keeping People Safe and Factories Running” program have completed their peer...

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Episode 156: It’s a Celebration!

Episode 156 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are celebrating three years of The Next Page podcast! What a perfect opportunity to spend...

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It’s a Celebration!

It’s a Celebration! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Today Marisa and I celebrate the third anniversary of The Next Page podcast. Now I know that to some of you, that’s...

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MACNY President to Address COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Recovery at Horizons 2020 Workforce and Education Conference

MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken will be a featured speaker at the Jobs for the Future (JFF) Horizons virtual conference on Tuesday, June 9, at 3:00 pm. Wolken will...

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Respect, Diversity and Manufacturing

Respect, Diversity and Manufacturing Randy Wolken, President & CEO Respect, diversity, empathy, and fairness are just some of the words that come to mind when I think of our manufacturing...

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Symphoria Evening of Gratitude

We are partnering with Symphoria to provide an exclusive offer for our members to virtually attend their Summer Solstice: An Evening of Gratitude on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 PM....

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Episode 155: Not Another Detour!

Episode 155 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing detours and how to process through them to find the blessings buried within....

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Not Another Detour!

Not Another Detour! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We all know that feeling when you are driving down the highway and the dreaded orange sign appears on the horizon, “Detour...

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Voices of Manufacturing: Interview with Dave Christopher, Plant Manager, Cascade Maverik

VOICES OF MANUFACTURING Today we bring you the second edition of “Voices of Manufacturing,” MACNY's digital interview program that highlights some of our member companies that are going above and...

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NY Forward: Phase Two Reopening

The Central New York region has received the green light for a Phase Two Reopening. Other regions approved for Phase Two Reopening include the Finger Lakes, North Country, Southern Tier,...

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More Choice, More Happiness! Learn More About MACNY’s Employee Benefits Marketplace Offering.

More Choice, More Happiness! Learn more about MACNY's Employee Benefits Marketplace offerings provided by Liazon. This online marketplace uses defined benefit contribution to allow employers to control costs, while offering...

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Learn to Enjoy Your New Workday

Learn to Enjoy Your New Workday Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you are like most of us, your former ordinary workday was not like it is now, but rather...

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Episode 154: Guilty as Charged

Episode 154 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean After spending some time reflecting on current projects and progress, we've decided to talk about focus today....

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Guilty as Charged

Guilty as Charged David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer People have asked me how I decide what to write about. The answer is always, “what I am learning at the time.”...

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Partners for Education & Business Announces 2020 CNY STEM Scholarship Recipients

Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB), an affiliate of the Manufacturers Association (MACNY), has announced the 2020 CNY STEM Scholarship recipients. For the first time in the history of...

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What is in my control?

What is in my control? Randy Wolken, President & CEO In times of great uncertainty, it is easy to lose our direction. We cannot rely on our predictive capabilities. The...

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Episode 153: Choices

Episode 153 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're talking about what defines us--choices. Lastly, we'd love to hear from you! Send comments, questions,...

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Choices

Choices David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This past weekend I was driving somewhere and listening to an audiobook that I had listened to at least once before, and a phrase...

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NY Forward: Phase One Reopening

The Central New York region has received the green light for a Phase One Reopening starting on Friday, May 15. That means manufacturing companies in Onondaga, Oswego, Cortland, Cayuga, and...

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Reopening Our Economy Safely

Reopening Our Economy Safely Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week I was appointed to the Central New York Regional Control Room. This is a group working to assist our...

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Episode 152: Better or Bitter

Episode 152 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're discussing the difference between getting bitter and getting better. Times are changing rapidly and it's...

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Better or Bitter

Better or Bitter David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer    Last week I wrote about what I had been learning as I traveled through these challenging times. The post that I sent...

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Randy Wolken to Serve as a Member of the Central New York Regional Control Room

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 11, 2020 Contact: Tiffany Latino-Gerlock (315) 474-4201 x. 13 OR (315) 729-4011   RANDY WOLKEN TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE CENTRAL NEW YORK REGIONAL...

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Voices of Manufacturing: Interview with Ross Berntson, President & COO, Indium Corporation

VOICES OF MANUFACTURING We're excited to bring you our first "Voices of Manufacturing" interview--MACNY's new digital interview program that highlights some of our member companies that are going above and...

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Manufacturers are Open Safely – and Ready to Spur Our Economic Revival

Manufacturers are Open Safely – and Ready to Spur Our Economic Revival Randy Wolken, President & CEO Essential manufacturers have been open safely since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic....

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Episode 151: What Have I Learned?

Episode 151 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're talking about the difference between growing through a challenging time and going through a challenging...

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What Have I Learned?

What Have I Learned? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The last several weeks have certainly been unusual. Things in our world went from somewhat predictable and routine to completely unpredictable,...

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Manufacturing Matters: May 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. Inside This Issue: Cover Story: Keep People Safe and Factories Running   Page 3 | President’s Message: Manufacturers and MACNY: Fighting COVID-19 Together...

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Foresight is Needed Now

Foresight is Needed Now Randy Wolken, President & CEO As leaders and individuals, we like to know what is coming next. We like to be prepared. Often, we use historical...

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Episode 150: Who is David K. Carter?

Episode 150 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're sharing the story of David K. Carter and how his actions yielded a turning point...

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Who is David K. Carter?

Who is David K. Carter? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer May 16, 1860, Chicago, Illinois - Upwards of 40,000 visitors have descended on this upstart of a city. Trains continue...

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Some Things COVID-19 Has Not Changed

Some Things COVID-19 Has Not Changed Randy Wolken, President & CEO Last week I wrote about things I believe COVID-19 has changed. It is still early, but I offered a...

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Episode 149: For Such a Time as This – Part 4

Episode 149 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are wrapping our latest series: For Such a Time as This and we are also having...

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For Such a Time as This – Part 4

For Such a Time as This – Part 4 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Today I will wrap up my For Such a Time as This series. It seems like...

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OCC Student Spotlight: Syracuse P-TECH Student Eliza Velazquez

Student Spotlight: Eliza Velazquez Roger Mirabito, SUNY OCC The P-TECH program has given Eliza Velazquez an accelerated pathway to a career. She's a first generation college student who began thinking...

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Thought for Today: Week of 4/13

During this time, I have decided to reach out and try to help others. This is a scary and difficult time for so many. Maybe, with a little kindness, I...

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COVID-19 Has Changed Our Work Forever

COVID-19 Has Changed Our Work Forever Randy Wolken, President & CEO Work as we know it has been changed, by what some are now calling, The Great Pause. It gave...

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Episode 148: For Such a Time as This – Part 3

Episode 148 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are continuing our latest series: For Such a Time as This. The goal of this...

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Upstate Does It Again

Did you happen to catch the videos circulating on social media last week of the Upstate Medical University nurses sojourning to Stony Brook Medical to assist their downstate fellow New...

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For Such a Time as This: Part 3

For Such a Time as This: Part 3 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This is now my third installment in the For Such a Time as This series. In Part...

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Thought for Today: Week of 4/6

During this time, I have decided to reach out and try to help others. This is a scary and difficult time for so many. Maybe, with a little kindness, I...

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During a Crisis, Leaders Need to Destress Daily

During a Crisis, Leaders Need to Destress Daily Randy Wolken, President & CEO We live in a stress-filled time. COVID-19 has dramatically impacted all of us. It’s a daily rollercoaster....

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Episode 147: For Such a Time as This – Part 2

Episode 147 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are continuing our latest series: For Such a Time as This. The goal of this...

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For Such a Time as This: Part 2

For Such a Time as This: Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I shared where the For Such a Time as This phrase originated. I also shared...

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Manufacturing Matters: April 2020

Click here to view this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. Inside This Issue: Cover Story: COVID-19: We're in this Together Page 3 | President’s Message: Manufacturers Go To Albany Page 4 | Leadership...

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For Immediate Release: Statement Regarding the FY2021 State Budget

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 3, 2020 Contact: MACNY, Tiffany Latino-Gerlock, (315) 474-4201 x. 13 Statement Regarding the FY2021 State Budget State Legislature Passes Final State Budget Agreement - MIAP Receives...

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A Thought for Today: Week of 3/30

During this time, I have decided to reach out and try to help others. This is a scary and difficult time for so many. Maybe, with a little kindness, I...

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How does a leader prepare for a crisis?

How does a leader prepare for a crisis? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders have to prepare for a crisis. However, it is one of the toughest events to prepare...

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Episode 146: For Such a Time as This – Part 1

Episode 146 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are kicking off a new series: For Such a Time as This. The goal of this...

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For Such a Time as This – Part 1

For Such a Time as This – Part 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer For Such a Time as This - In recent days, I have heard this phrase many...

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A Thought For Today: Week of 3/23

During this time, I have decided to reach out and try to help others. This is a scary and difficult time for so many. Maybe, with a little kindness, I...

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Keep People Safe and Factories Running

Keep People Safe and Factories Running New York companies are taking the lead We are fortunate to have a group of visionary leaders in our manufacturing community. They have come...

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Leaders Find a Way Forward

Leaders Find a Way Forward Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future could be unclear and uncertain for you right now. Your time may be filled with crisis management, fear...

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Episode 145: Leading in Uncertain Times

Episode 145 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week we are discussing leadership in times of crisis and uncertainty. Something we are sure many...

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Leading in Uncertain Times

Leading in Uncertain Times David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As leaders, we are facing very uncertain times. Just yesterday, I received an email from a friend and colleague who simply...

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We’re here for YOU.

In compliance with Governor Andrew Cuomo’s recent Executive Order, our entire staff (including PEB) will now be working from home. The good news is, we will continue to carry out...

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How Do Leaders Respond to Fear?

How Do Leaders Respond to Fear? Randy Wolken, President & CEO I went to the grocery store Sunday night and I was astonished by the empty shelves in a place...

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Episode 144: Give Me a Break!

Episode 144 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week we are talking about how to rest and rejuvenate when a two-week vacation isn't a...

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Give Me a Break!

Give Me a Break! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer During last week’s podcast, Marisa and I started talking about the need for leaders to rest. I shared with Marisa and...

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Event Recap: Manufacturing Advocacy Day in Albany

MACNY and the Manufacturers Alliance of New York State were in Albany on March 3rd for our annual Manufacturing Advocacy Day. Dozens of MACNY members, Alliance partners, and members of...

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Keep Calm and Carry On

Keep Calm and Carry On Randy Wolken, President & CEO “Keep Calm and Carry On,” was a motivational poster produced by the British government in 1939 in preparation for World...

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Episode 143: Don’t Forget About 3G

Episode 143 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week we are talking about what makes a 3G leader and how to spot one. Take...

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Updated Temporary Event Policy Regarding COVID-19

The health and safety of our members, friends and colleagues is foremost in our minds as we continue to monitor the COVID-19 outbreak. Accordingly, we have temporarily amended our event...

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Don’t Forget About 3G

Don’t Forget About 3G David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you remember when 3G was the latest and greatest? Then there was 4G, 4G LTE, and now 5G. I’m not...

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Local Employers Host P-TECH Sophomores

Recently, two local employers, Cryomech and Thompson & Johnson, hosted P-TECH sophomores, took them on tours of their worksites, and shared their insights about jobs they’re looking to fill. These...

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Central Upstate Mfg. – Edition 8

We are very excited to bring you the eighth edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! In this issue, we are highlighting the phenomenal partners we work with every single day...

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Daniel Brown of SRC, Inc. Named 2020 Innovator of the Year

We are pleased to announce that Daniel Brown of SRC, Inc. has been selected as the 2020 Innovator of the Year. Brown was nominated by his co-worker Chris Capraro for...

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Leaders Help Others Find Their Flow

Leaders Help Others Find Their Flow Randy Wolken, President & CEO Finding your flow is critical. Helping others find their flow is how leaders excel at their craft. How do...

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Manufacturing Matters: March 2020

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.    

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Episode 142: Don’t Go It Alone

Episode 142 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean No one is truly self-made, which emphasizes the importance of mentorship. Today we're discussing the responsibility of...

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Don’t Go It Alone

Don’t Go It Alone David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever heard someone say that they are a self-made person? Perhaps you have heard someone refer to another person...

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OSHA Notice: Updated National Emphasis Program

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued an updated National Emphasis Program (NEP) to focus agency inspections on amputation hazards in manufacturing industries. The Program will...

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Have You Heard of the 80/40/10 Rule?

Have You Heard of the 80/40/10 Rule? Randy Wolken, President & CEO I am always looking for ways to improve. I just discovered a new way to help me get...

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Episode 141: Have You Sent the Invitation?

Episode 141 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we're breaking down what John Maxwell means when he talks about inviting others to the leadership...

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Have You Sent the Invitation?

Have You Sent the Invitation? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the lack of leadership. This week I would like to talk about attracting leaders. Let’s...

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What We’re Reading

At MACNY, we’re always reading articles from experts and thought leaders in our fields. We think you will enjoy these articles! FBI: 2019 Internet Crime Report Seeking Alpha: A Decade...

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Small Changes and Transformation

Small Changes and Transformation Randy Wolken, President & CEO Big ideas and big changes are all the rage today. You can read about it everywhere. However, most sustainable change does...

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Episode 140: Where Are The Leaders?

Episode 140 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean These days, it seems like we're experiencing a leadership vacuum. Luckily, the leaders we need are already...

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Gone Phishing

The topic of cyber security runs the risk of being discounted for several reasons: “It is overdone”—We have heard enough already “It doesn’t apply to my company”—We are too small...

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Where Are The Leaders?

Where Are The Leaders? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer If you were to ask me what the greatest challenge facing our country and the world at large is, I would...

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Learn More About MACNY’s Employee Benefits Marketplace Offering

The MACNY Employee Benefits Marketplace Join us for an upcoming webinar to learn more!   WHAT IS AN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS MARKETPLACE? An "online store" allowing employees to personalize a benefits...

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Keynote Speakers Announced for Manufacturing Lobby Day

We are pleased to announce that we will have two keynote speakers at this year’s Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany: NYS Senator Anna Kaplan and “Capital Tonight” host Susan Arbetter....

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Video: Randy Wolken’s Testimony at the Joint Legislative Public Hearing on Economic Development

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Upcoming Council Events & Webinars: March 2020

Join us in March for these great council events and webinars! The most up-to-date information can always be found at www.macny.org/events.   Thursday, March 5:*: HR Council: Workplace Violence and Preparedness...

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Upcoming Training Events – March 2020

We’ve got a variety of training opportunities going on in March! And don’t forget, we also offer customized training that can be brought onsite straight to your employees. If you’re...

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What’s Your Leadership Brand?

What’s Your Leadership Brand? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders are all different – just like people. Leaders must develop their own unique leadership style and approach. This becomes our...

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Episode 139: What’s Your Lid?

Episode 139 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In his bestselling book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell explains The Law of the...

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What’s Your Lid?

What’s Your Lid? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Would you believe me if I told you that you determine your lid? That’s right; you determine how much you grow. As...

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Video: Testimony Before the Joint Legislative Hearing on Workforce Development

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What We’re Reading

At MACNY, we’re always reading articles from experts and thought leaders in our fields. We think you will enjoy these articles! Lindsey Pollack: Top 5 Trends for 2020 - Generational...

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What Changes Are You Making in 2020?

What Changes Are You Making in 2020? Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you are like most people, you decided to make some changes in 2020. Small or large they...

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MACNY and Metro Fitness Partner to Provide Corporate Wellness Program

We are excited to announce our partnership with Metro Fitness to provide corporate health and wellness programming to participating member companies. The additional service includes personal training, educational “lunch and...

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Episode 138: I Don’t Feel Like It

Episode 138 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how to increase your motivation and reset to get back...

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I Don’t Feel Like It

I Don’t Feel Like It David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you ever have days when you just don’t feel like it? It could be anything; don’t feel like going...

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Cyber Security Summit 2020

We're excited to announce MACNY's first-ever Cyber Security Summit on March 13, 2020. This event has been designed for CEOs, Presidents, CFOs, CIOs, and other senior level executives who...

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Join us for our 107th Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony

Join us for MACNY's 107th Annual Dinner! Thursday, May 21, 2020 5  pm SRC Arena & Events Center on the Onondaga Community College Campus Click here to RSVP today! Looking...

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Manufacturing Matters: February 2020

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.  

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Understanding Yourself and Others with DISC

Success comes from knowing yourself and being able to read others so that you can communicate effectively with them. MACNY is thrilled to announce this brand-new DISC Behavioral Assessment class....

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Confidence Through Setbacks

Confidence Through Setbacks Randy Wolken, President & CEO Life comes with obstacles and setbacks. Nothing of significance can be achieved without risk and occasional failure. Show me one successful leader...

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Episode 137: A Handshake

Episode 137 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about the importance of trust and sharing some of our favorite...

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Getting out my Crayolas

Getting out my Crayolas Cindy Oehmigen, Director of Energy and Corporate Services I have never been very good at coloring inside the lines. It limits my creativity and causes me...

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A Handshake

A Handshake David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Years ago, a handshake was all that was needed to confirm an agreement or deal. Your word was your bond and you would...

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Upcoming Training Events – February 2020

We've got a variety of training opportunities going on in February! And don't forget, we also offer customized training that can be brought onsite straight to your employees. If you're...

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Summer Youth Employment Matters

In response to a question about how to hire skilled workers, MACNY’s Director of Apprenticeship, Martha Ponge states simply, “Open your doors.” It turns out that the entreaty applies to...

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CNY STEM Scholarship Program Kicks Off 2020 Application Process

CNY STEM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM KICKS OFF 2020 APPLICATION PROCESS Regional students majoring in STEM fields are encouraged to apply before the March 1st deadline Partners for Education & Business, Inc....

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Upcoming Council Events & Webinars: February 2020

Join us in February for these great council events and webinars! The most up-to-date information can always be found at www.macny.org/events. Wednesday, February 5:*: Business Development Council – Hartman Enterprises: Surviving...

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Retreat to Advance

Retreat to Advance Randy Wolken, President & CEO Each year I go on a silent weekend retreat. It’s my annual way to step back, reflect, and rest. I am convinced...

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Episode 136: Don’t Just Be Frustrated; Do Something.

Episode 136 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're sharing an inspirational story and talking about simple, easy ways to make...

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STEM Scholars Connect With CNY Employers

STEM SCHOLARS CONNECT WITH CNY EMPLOYERS On January 9th, Upstate Medical University’s CNY Biotech Accelerator Center (CNYBAC) was the scene for STEM Scholars to meet and network with local employers...

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Don’t Just Be Frustrated; Do Something.

Don’t Just Be Frustrated; Do Something. David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We live in a time when tearing other people down gets attention. The more outlandish the claim, the more...

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What We’re Reading

At MACNY, we're always reading articles from experts and thought leaders in our fields. We think you will enjoy these articles! Industry Week: Manufacturers in for the Long Haul The...

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Mentorship 101 – A New Class Offered at MACNY

Get Started with Mentoring! February 13, 2020 2:30 - 4:30 PM Facilitated by Barb Stone, Build Your Path LLC This course is designed to help you develop a mentoring approach...

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Rest and Work

Rest and Work Randy Wolken, President & CEO Is it just me or does everyone seem more tired and stressed than they used to? We have more labor-saving devices than...

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Episode 135: Crock-Pots and Microwaves

Episode 135 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of slow cooking your growth--no quick fixes or shortcuts...

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ICYMI: Randy Wolken reacts to State of the State Address on Dave Allen’s Morning Show

Click here to listen to Randy Wolken react to Governor Cuomo's 2020 State of the State Address on Dave Allen's Morning Show (5-minute clip)

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PEB, SRC, Inc. and OCC Announce 4th Annual Innovation Challenge

PEB, SRC, Inc. and OCC Announce 4th Annual Innovation Challenge Regional students can now register for this unique competition.  Syracuse, NY – Central New York students in grades 6-12 are...

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Crock-Pots and Microwaves

Crock-Pots and Microwaves David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I remember when my parents got their first microwave. It was a Tappan, and my aunt and uncle bought it from the...

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Learn More and Remember More

Learn More and Remember More Randy Wolken, President & CEO To thrive today we must learn more and be able to use it effectively in the future. We can learn...

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Statement from MACNY on 2020 State of the State Address

STATEMENT FROM MACNY ON 2020 STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, representing more than 300 businesses and organizations throughout Upstate and Central New York, today reacted to...

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Join us for Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany!

MACNY and The Manufacturers Alliance of New York invite you to Manufacturing Lobby Day! At this year’s Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany, participants will be networking, addressing specific policy and...

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Episode 134: What I Learned in 2019

Episode 134 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing some of his key takeaways from 2019. After completing his...

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What I Learned in 2019

What I Learned in 2019 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer If you have been following my posts and The Next Page podcast, you have heard me talk about my year-end...

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New State Laws for 2020

A new year is upon us, so we wanted to provide you with a brief overview of some of the new state laws that recently took or will take effect...

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Your Ideal – A New Class offered at MACNY

Start the new year by attending one of our newest courses, “Your Ideal – An Introduction to a Wholebeing Approach” January 16, 2020 2:30 - 4:30 PM Facilitated by Barb...

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Manufacturing Matters – January 2020

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.

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Do You Protect Your Most Precious Asset?

Do You Protect Your Most Precious Asset? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We spend a great deal of time and money protecting our assets. We lock up our valuables and...

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Take a Timeout

Take a Timeout David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The most important task you can do to promote success in the coming year just might be the time you spend reflecting...

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Episode 133: Take a Timeout

Episode 133 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how important reflecting on 2019 and planning for 2020 is in...

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ICYMI: Randy Wolken on Dave Allen’s Christmas Show

Click here to listen to Randy Wolken on Dave Allen's Christmas Show (3-minute clip)

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Are You Rushing?

Are You Rushing? Randy Wolken, President & CEO It all seems to move too fast for me. I remember a slower time, a different era. Many days I miss it....

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A Rising Star!

A Rising Star! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I know what you’re thinking; it’s Christmastime, and Dave is writing about the star of Bethlehem. While that would be quite appropriate...

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Episode 132: A Rising Star!

Episode 132 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing rising stars and how to find them. If you like what...

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Forbes: Can you pass this 9-question climate change quiz?

We had some fun with this quiz and think you might too! Click here for a quick climate change quiz and some very interesting explanations.

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The Best Leaders Give the Greatest Gift to Those They Lead – Their Time.

The Best Leaders Give the Greatest Gift to Those They Lead – Their Time. Randy Wolken, President & CEO There is only one resource that is truly used up –...

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Episode 131: What Else is Holding You Back?

Episode 131 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing some of the different things that hold us back from being...

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January Training and Development Opportunities

JANUARY TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES January 9, 16, 23, 30, and February 6: Supervisory Leadership January 14: Gain Insight to Your Personality w/ Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Training January 16: Your...

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Submit Your Nominations by 2/14!

We are collecting nominations for our 2020 Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards! Award recipients will be honored at MACNY's 107th Annual Dinner on May 21,...

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What Else is Holding You Back?

What Else is Holding You Back? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about tips that can help you achieve your goals. As I reflected on that a...

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QMS Exemplar Global-QM ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (TPECS) Training

Featured Training! QMS Exemplar Global-QM ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (TPECS) Training January 21 - 24, 2020 8 AM - 5 PM (lunch provided)   Learning Objectives: Understand quality management definitions,...

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Now is a Good Time to Create Your Future

Now is a Good Time to Create Your Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO The beginning of a new year is a good time to take stock of where you...

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P-TECH Update: Students Meet with GENIUS NY Teams

Recently, the Computer Information and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems P-TECH 10th grade students visited GENIUS NY and met with the teams. Each student was presented with a drone as a...

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Episode 130: Two Quick Ways to Gain Traction on Your Goals Today

Episode 130 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Feeling stuck? Today we're discussing two quick and (relatively) easy ways to pick up the momentum on...

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Two Quick Ways to Gain Traction on Your Goals Today

Two Quick Ways to Gain Traction on Your Goals Today David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever struggled with achieving your goals? If your answer is no, we need...

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Thinking Outside the Box to Get Good Employees

Read more below to find out about a new and innovative apprenticeship program tied to a free tuition 4-year degree being utilized in New Jersey.

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Ergonomics: Reviewing Risks and Developing Solutions

At last week's HR Council event, MEMIC provided an interactive ergonomics demonstration that was both informative and fun! Looking for more great events like this one? Visit www.macny.org/events.

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Wellness, Effectiveness, and Kindness

Wellness, Effectiveness, and Kindness Randy Wolken, President & CEO In 1978, a seemingly straightforward experiment was designed to determine the relationship between high blood cholesterol and heart health in rabbits....

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Gov’t Rel Speaker Series: May at Morse

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Senator Rachel May at Morse! Join us at Morse Manufacturing for MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with State Senator Rachel May. Senator May represents the 53rd...

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Episode 129: I Know I Am, But What Are You?

Episode 129 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're discussing our experience with the Enneagram assessment, sharing our types, and laughing at...

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Manufacturing Matters – December 2019

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.

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News Channel 9: Looking for work, or looking for workers; new platform connects CNY manufacturers with talent

Click here to learn more about MACNY's Career & Talent Platform!

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I Know I Am, But What Are You?

I Know I Am, But What Are You? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I asked if you suffer from the Sunday Evening Flu. I asked if when you...

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Hiring? Looking for a job? Check out MACNY’s Career & Talent Platform

Have you heard? MACNY has launched an exciting new method for member companies to find potential job applicants and for job seekers to find employment.  MACNY’s Career and Talent...

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Gratefulness

Gratefulness Randy Wolken, President & CEO During this week of Thanksgiving, it’s a good time to remember to be grateful. But truthfully, we need to do this more than once...

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Episode 128: The Sunday Evening Flu

Episode 128 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean What if we told you that you could actually love your job and that on Sunday night,...

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The Sunday Evening Flu

The Sunday Evening Flu David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you suffer from the Sunday evening flu? When you start thinking about Monday morning, do you get stressed out? Does...

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Looking for Internal Auditor Training? We’ve got two classes coming up in December!

December's Quality Training: AS900D Internal Auditor Training & ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor Training   AS9100D Internal Auditor Training This course is designed to teach your internal audit team how to...

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Binghamton University, Raymond Corp., NYSEG team up on NYSERDA-funded project

MACNY's Director of Energy and Corporate Services, Cindy Oehmige, had the pleasure of meeting some of the team at Raymond who shared the story of developing technology to manage fork...

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Are You Building Resiliency?

Are You Building Resiliency? Randy Wolken, President & CEO You and I will be tested this week. We will. Both you and I know that our best-laid plans will be...

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Partners for Education & Business Receives $4,326 from King & King Architects, Winners of FALLanthropy Games

On September 18, SRC, Inc. hosted the inaugural FALLanthropy Games as a fun and rewarding way to connect with industry colleagues while raising money for local STEM charities. Employees from...

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Episode 127: Two Tons of Fertilizer – Part 2

Episode 127 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're discussing time-saving ways you can add margin into your work life. Be sure...

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Two Tons of Fertilizer – Part 2

Two Tons of Fertilizer – Part 2 Last week I shared about an ad I remember from my years as a teen with the tagline, “That’s like trying to haul...

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RSVP for December’s Council Events!

Join us for our exciting council events coming up in December! The most up-to-date information can always be found at www.macny.org/events.   Wednesday, December 4*: Business Development Council - Syracuse Hancock...

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Ephesus Lighting Hosts P-TECH Students for an Industry Visit

On Friday, November 1st, P-TECH freshmen had the opportunity to visit Ephesus Lighting. Known for designing LED lighting for sports stadiums and arenas, the students found the facilities to also...

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MACNY’s Martha Ponge visits Germany with NYATEP to Learn More About German Apprenticeship Programs

MACNY's Director of Apprenticeship, Martha Ponge, has spent the last week traveling in Germany with NYATEP, New York's Workforce Association. Throughout their travels, the delegation chronicled their trip with blog...

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Good Leaders Rise Above Stressful Situations

Good Leaders Rise Above Stressful Situations As a leader, you will be stressed – frequently, if not daily. I have never been in a leadership role that did not routinely...

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Episode 126: Two Tons of Fertilizer

Episode 126 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're discussing time-saving ways you can add margin back into your life. If you...

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December Training & Development Opportunities

DECEMBER TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT December 9th & 10th: AS9100D Internal Auditor Training December 11th & 12th: OSHA 10-Hour General Safety December 12th: Coaching and Mentoring for Success December 16th &...

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Two Tons of Fertilizer

Two Tons of Fertilizer David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was in my teens, there was an ad on television with the tag line, “That’s like trying to haul...

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Madison County Health Department and partners including MACNY host first Annual Healthy Workforce Business Conference

The Madison County Health Department and partners hosted its first Annual Healthy Workforce Business Conference in Hamilton, NY. The event engaged over 75 participants representing the private sector, government, non-profits,...

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P-TECH Students visit United Radio

During a recent visit by P-TECH 10th graders to United Radio’s Syracuse facilities, HR Director, James Branche, shared the high points of the company’s nearly 100-year history using video and...

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Good Leaders Don’t Take Themselves Too Seriously

Good Leaders Don’t Take Themselves Too Seriously Randy Wolken, President & CEO Life is certainly serious. But as a leader, don’t let yourself take it too seriously. During a typical...

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MACNY and Central New York School Boards Association (CNYSBA) Announce Formal Affiliation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2019 Contact: MACNY - Tiffany Latino-Gerlock (315) 474-4201 ext. 13 The Manufacturers Association (MACNY) and Central New York School Boards Association (CNYSBA) Announce Formal Affiliation...

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New York State is Serious About Enabling Renewable Energy!

New York State is serious about enabling renewable energy. One of the ways they are doing that is by helping companies install Electric Vehicle charging stations. They are popping up...

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Episode 125: The Forgotten

Episode 125 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we are honoring the veterans that have served our country and protected our freedom....

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Manufacturing Matters – November

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.

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The Forgotten

The Forgotten David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer On December 4, 1950, Fighter Squadron 32 took off from the USS Leyte on an armed reconnaissance mission in support of the UN...

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G. Ray Bodley HS Presents Job Opportunities Fair

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Join us for a New Year Celebration!

You're invited to MACNY's New Year Celebration! January 16, 2020 | 4:30 - 7 PM Celebrate the new year with wine and hors d’oeuvres while catching up with your peers...

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MACNY Members Visit WestRock with Assemblyman Magnarelli

On October 24th, the WestRock Paperboard Mill in Solvay hosted a roundtable discussion and plant tour with about 30 MACNY Members and Assemblyman Bill Magnarelli. The event was part of...

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Reminder: Updated Election Day Laws

Election Day is just around the corner (Tuesday, 11/5)! There has been a change to an employer’s obligation to provide time off to employees so they have the opportunity to...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Assemblywoman Hunter at Anaren

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter at Anaren!   Please join us on November 21 at Anaren in East Syracuse for MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Assemblywoman Pamela...

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Wellness and Happiness are Important for Leaders

Wellness and Happiness are Important for Leaders Randy Wolken, President & CEO How do leaders handle the stresses of their work? What tools are essential for success? I rank a...

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Episode 124: It’s Time to Think

Episode 124 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, it may seem like we're talking in riddles, but we're simply discussing the importance...

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It’s Time to Think

It’s Time to Think David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer How often do you think about thinking? We live in such a fast-paced world with information bombarding us from all sides....

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What is Your Most Valuable Asset?

What is Your Most Valuable Asset? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Think for a minute and identify for yourself what your most valuable asset is as a leader? What did...

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Episode 123: Paper, Digital, or Both?

Episode 123 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about the benefits of good ol' pen and paper in a digital...

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Food for thought: Which type of employee are you?

In this article, the author discusses the "Nice vs. Competent Matrix." An interesting read for HR professionals and any person who works with others regularly.

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Paper, Digital, or Both?

Paper, Digital, or Both? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We live in a digitally connected world. I have an iPhone, iPad, iMac, and a laptop running Windows. My calendars, emails,...

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NEW! Charting Your Path for Growth

Join us for a new offering with David Freund... Charting Your Path for Growth Are you ready to start living the life you were meant to live? A life in...

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Why Hitting Rock Bottom is a Good Thing

Why Hitting Rock Bottom is a Good Thing Randy Wolken, President & CEO Change is so very hard. And yet, it is what we all must be doing all the...

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Episode 122: Teaching Moments and Touch Points

Episode 122 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about seizing all opportunities to connect with others, learn something, or teach...

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Teaching Moments and Touch Points

Teaching Moments and Touch Points David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last Friday, I was driving to a Manufacturing Day event and happened to listen in on a conversation John Maxwell...

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November Council Events!

Join us for our exciting council events coming up in November! The most up-to-date information can always be found at www.macny.org/events.   Wednesday, 11/6 - Business Development Council Presents: Liberty...

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November Training Opportunities

NOVEMBER TRAINING November 7th: Supply Chain Management November 12th: Becoming a Person of Influence November 13th: Forklift Operator Training November 14th: Sexual Harassment Prevention Webinar for Supervisors November 13th &...

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P-TECH Program Kicks Off New School Year with Career Coaching Sessions

October began the sixth year of providing 9th and 10th-grade P-TECH students with mentoring from Career Coaches from the community.  The sophomore class had a “Bucket Tower” challenge that tasked...

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Vetted Tech and AAUNY

Vetted Tech is a burgeoning startup that is in the process of becoming a AAUNY (Aerospace Alliance of Upstate NY) member. The company is focusing on DOD and Aerospace customers...

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The Present Needs to be About Creating the Future

The Present Needs to be About Creating the Future Randy Wolken, President & CEO I am constantly reminded that today is all I really have to work with. As leaders,...

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Episode 121: It Looked Completely Different

Episode 121 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about perspective and how the smallest shift can make all the difference....

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It Looked Completely Different

It Looked Completely Different David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s been a long day. My eyes feel tired and my head hurts a bit. I am just exhausted from a...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Assemblyman Magnarelli at WestRock

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Assemblyman William Magnarelli at WestRock!   You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Assemblyman Al Stirpe – 129th State Assembly District, Chair of the...

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Today Show: Robot Nails Gymnastics Routine

Click here to view the video!

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A Commitment to Renewable Energy

Bob Bechtold is committed to green/renewable energy and has figured out how to make it work financially for his company, HARBEC.  The plastics molding business is no small user of...

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Leadership is Primarily About Influence

Leadership is Primarily About Influence Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leadership is not about position. At first, it appears to be. But, over the medium and long term, I have...

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OSHA’s Regional Emphasis Program for Noise Hazards

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has launched a new program to address hazards associated with exposure to high levels of occupational noise.  This Regional...

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Episode 120: When Stress Takes Over

Episode 120 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're discussing stress--and how to work through it. If you like what you hear,...

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Speaker Series Recap: Assemblyman Stirpe at Air Innovations

MACNY held its latest Government Relations Speaker Series on September 25th.  We were pleased to have Assemblyman Al Stirpe visit Air Innovations to speak about various key state issues, such...

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MACNY’s Business Development Council Tours Pioneer Warehouse

MACNY’s Business Development Council held its first presentation and tour of the season at Pioneer Warehouse. Lisa Conway, President and Owner of Pioneer, told the story of its history, challenges,...

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Manufacturing Matters – October 2019

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.

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When Stress Takes Over

When Stress Takes Over David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have recently found myself battling stress regularly. I know that a little stress is a good thing—some researchers even believe...

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181 CEOs Commit to Lead in a New Way

Read more about the 181 CEOs who have committed to leading their companies for the benefit of all stakeholders….

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October Training Offerings

OCTOBER TRAINING October 1st: Introduction to Value Stream Mapping Starting October 4th: Syracuse University's Project Management Certification Starting October 8th: Transformational Leadership October 8th & 9th: OSHA 10-Hour General Industry...

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Leaders Let Anxiety Be Their Friend

Leaders Let Anxiety Be Their Friend Randy Wolken, President & CEO Anxiety is a natural part of being a leader. Whenever you are involved in high stakes decisions and high...

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Featured Training: Mastering Emotional Intelligence – Level 1

Whether you are aware of them or not, emotions are intertwined in everything you think, do, and say each day on the job, in your career, and throughout your life....

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Episode 119: Living with Intention in Every Season

Episode 119 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about living with intention in our personal lives and investing our time...

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Living with Intention in Every Season

Living with Intention in Every Season Marisa Norcross A quick note...David and I have spent a lot of time over the last couple of years talking about leadership and growth...

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They’re here! 2019-2020 Council Agendas.

MACNY’s 2019-2020 council season has officially begun! We hope our Council Members and Individual Members will enjoy this year’s programming. If you are not a council member and would like...

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Forum: Developing an Urgency to Support Careers in Manufacturing

October 4th is National Manufacturing Day! Join us for this year's business and education leaders forum: Developing an Urgency to Support Careers in Manufacturing. October 4, 2019 7:30 - 9...

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A Few Questions to Ask Before Dismissing New Technology

When you read about some whacky technology that is burgeoning, be careful how quickly you dismiss it. Sometimes the difference between whacky and brilliant is nothing more than tenacity. The...

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Great Leaders Make Great Friends

Great Leaders Make Great Friends Randy Wolken, President & CEO What are the characteristics of a great leader? In my opinion, they are the same as those of a truly...

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Episode 118: Let’s Pull it all Together

Episode 118 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're reviewing our 4-week growth plan series and sharing an exclusive tool for our...

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Let’s Pull it all Together

Let’s Pull it all Together David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Over the last four weeks, I have been writing about how to build a personalized growth plan. This week I...

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First Annual Healthy Workforce Business Conference

1st Annual Healthy Workforce Business Conference Wampsville, NY – The Madison County Health Department and its partners have come together and organized the 1st Annual Healthy Workforce Business Conference.  The...

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Remember Who You Are!

Remember Who You Are! Randy Wolken, President & CEO Chaos can envelop us all. The world we live in is 24/7 and often confusing. It is easy to lose who...

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Episode 117: Building Your Growth Plan – Step 4

Episode 117 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're wrapping up our 4-week growth plan series. Follow along this week as Dave...

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2019-2020 HR Breakfast Briefings Agenda

Click here to view the 2019-2020 HR Breakfast Briefing Agenda! To register, visit macny.org/events or contact Hilary at [email protected].

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Building Your Growth Plan: Step 4

Building Your Growth Plan: Step 4 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Over the past three weeks, we’ve worked through building your growth plan with Step 1 (defining what you want...

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Manufacturing Matters – September 2019

Click here to view this month's issue of Manufacturing Matters.

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50 Ways Manufacturing is “Making” America Great!

Take a factory tour - one from each state - and see what has always made America great: hard work and ingenuity.

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Our Growth Only Happens with Others

Our Growth Only Happens with Others Randy Wolken, President & CEO We cannot grow exclusively on our own accord. Times have changed. The world is too complicated and moving too...

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You Hire Based on Your Company Values and We Will Help You Train Them

The widespread use of apprenticeship training specifically meets an employee where they are and brings them to where they need to be making it easy to hire for fit. Read...

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P-TECH Rising Seniors Receive Workplace Experience Through Summer Internships

For the third year, PEB has coordinated unpaid summer internship opportunities for some of the P-TECH students who will be seniors this fall. Interested students and businesses elected to participate...

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Episode 116: Building Your Growth Plan – Step 3

Episode 116 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're discussing the third step toward building your growth plan--resources. Follow along this week...

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Building Your Growth Plan: Step 3

Building Your Growth Plan: Step 3 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Over the past two weeks we’ve worked through building your growth plan with Step 1 (defining what you want...

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Join us for MACNY’s Annual Legislative Breakfast!

Join us for MACNY's Annual Legislative Breakfast! October 15, 2019 8 - 11 AM Cavalry Club, Manlius, NY Each year, this event serves as a regional opportunity for manufacturers and...

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Congressman Brindisi Visits Metal Solutions with MACNY Members

Metal Solutions, Inc., a family-owned manufacturing company that provides precision fabricated metal products to a wide range of industries, yesterday hosted Congressman Anthony Brindisi, Representative from New York’s 22nd district,...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Assemblyman Al Stirpe at Air Innovations

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Assemblyman Al Stirpe at Air Innovations!   You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Assemblyman Al Stirpe – 127th State Assembly District and Chairman...

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Who are the Best Hires?

Who are the Best Hires? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Hiring is one of the most important activities an organization will undertake. In the future, it will only become more...

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Episode 115: Building Your Growth Plan – Step 2

Episode 115 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we are continuing our 4-week growth plan series. Follow along this week as we...

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Building Your Growth Plan: Step 2

Building Your Growth Plan: Step 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The first week of school in Central New York is one week closer. Are you ready? While it may...

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Spark.Orange: MACNY’s Leading Salesforce Preferred Partner

LEADING SALESFORCE PREFERRED PARTNER Spark.Orange is a Certified Salesforce.com Strategic Implementation Partner. They specialize in consulting, development, integration, training and support services to organizations implementing and customizing the Salesforce.com platform....

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JFF Awarded $16 Million to Scale Apprenticeship Programs

JFF Awarded $16 Million to Scale Apprenticeship Programs JFF’s Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning to support the design, implementation, and scaling of high-quality apprenticeships with funding from the U.S....

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Are You a Risk Taker?

Are You a Risk Taker? Randy Wolken, President & CEO What is your tolerance for risk taking? As leaders, this is an important question for us. In today’s fast-moving world,...

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CNY STEM Hand In Hand Project

This summer during the CNY STEM Hand in Hand Project, local middle and high school students produced the first prototype hand!  This program is being held at the CNY Biotech...

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Episode 114: Building Your Growth Plan – Step 1

Episode 114 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we are kicking off a 4-week series all about building your own growth plan....

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Congressman John Katko Visits Attis Ethanol with MACNY Members

U.S. Representative John Katko was MACNY’s guest speaker at the Attis Fulton Ethanol Plant August 6th, part of MACNY’s summer-long Government Relations Speaker Series. MACNY members, Attis staff, and New...

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Only TWO Employee Benefits Marketplace Webinars Left for the Summer!

More Choice, More Happiness! Learn more about MACNY's Employee Benefits Marketplace offerings provided by Liazon. This online marketplace uses defined benefit contribution to allow employers to control costs, while offering...

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Building Your Growth Plan: Step 1

Building Your Growth Plan: Step 1 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s back to school time! This is the time of year when most kids are dreading the start of...

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MACNY’s Transformational Leadership Award – Nominate Today!

John Maxwell often says "everything rises and falls on leadership." Leadership is the catalyst that takes average organizations and makes them great. Leaders add value to their team, their organizations,...

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Can Apprenticeship Work in Other Industry Clusters?

We’ve successfully supported the manufacturers in CNY and will continue to do so.  Now on to new trades and industry clusters.  Read more to see one creative way we can...

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Join us for Live2Lead 2019!

Join us for a broadcasting and discussion of John Maxwell's annual Atlanta-based event: LIVE2LEAD Friday, October 25, 2019 9 AM - 3 PM The Lodge at Welch Allyn What is...

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Upgrade Your Council Membership to an Individual Membership and Save $20!

We're offering a special discount on Individual Membership for all current Council Members!  Upgrade to Individual Membership, just in time for the council season to kickoff in September! Sign up...

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When Does Your Team Dream the Future?

When Does Your Team Dream the Future? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Staying ahead of the changes occurring in the world today is difficult. It can be a grind and...

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Episode 113: Why Do They Come?

Episode 113 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, unpacking Simon Sinek's popular quote, "Give people a reason to come to work, not...

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Thinking Outside the Box: ShareGrid

Brent Barbano is a Syracuse native and a product of Syracuse University’s film program. As a cinematographer (now residing in Los Angeles), he has experienced first hand the challenges of...

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Why Do They Come?

Why Do They Come? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently saw a post from Simon Sinek that read, “Give people a reason to come to work, not just a...

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PEB, CNY STEM Hub, and Members of the CNY Technology Sector Address the Growing Skills Gap

Research from the Korn Ferry Institute shows that by 2030, the global talent shortage could reach 85.2 million people – costing businesses trillions in lost economic opportunities. And with unemployment...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Congressman Anthony Brindisi at Metal Solutions

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Congressman Anthony Brindisi at Metal Solutions!   You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Congressman Anthony Brindisi – Representative of New York's 22nd congressional...

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Spark.Orange: MACNY’s Leading Salesforce Preferred Partner

LEADING SALESFORCE PREFERRED PARTNER Spark.Orange is a Certified Salesforce.com Strategic Implementation Partner. They specialize in consulting, development, integration, training and support services to organizations implementing and customizing the Salesforce.com platform....

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Good Leaders are People People

Good Leaders are People People Randy Wolken, President & CEO You have to be a person focused on people if you are going to be successful as a leader. The...

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Episode 112: Your Next Small Step

Episode 112 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about how to use an iterative process to move forward toward your...

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Only 20 tickets left! Join us at Anheuser-Busch for MACNY’s Season Kickoff!

Join us for MACNY’s Season Kickoff on Wednesday, September 18 at Anheuser-Busch Budweiser Baldwinsville Brewery. This is a great opportunity to network with members, see what our seven councils have...

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Your Next Small Step

Your Next Small Step David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the challenge that President John F. Kennedy gave during a speech at Rice University on September...

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Carbon Footprint Improvement in Germany

New York and California are not alone in their commitment to carbon footprint improvement. Germany is putting aggressive programs in place and while they have not hit their original goals,...

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Destigmatizing Jobs in Manufacturing

"What we need to do is convince people that when they enlist in a factory or garage ... it is not dark, dumb and dirty, but bright and smart and...

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Leaders Enhance Dignity

Leaders Enhance Dignity Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders need to enhance the dignity of their teams, stakeholders, and customers. Over the past 20 years, we have learned a lot...

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Episode 111: Slide Rules, Genius, and Guts

Episode 111 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're remembering the great accomplishment of landing a man on the moon and prepping...

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Slide Rules, Genius, and Guts

Slide Rules, Genius, and Guts David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer  “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy,...

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The True Cost of Turnover

Read more here from our friends at ToolingU to see how building strong community and industry partnerships can help reduce turnover at your company.

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The Father of Modern Automatic Computation

As New Yorkers, we should be proud that we have a long history of innovation and it continues today.  Do you know who the Tabulating Machine Company is?  We bet...

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Now Hiring: Executive Director of CNY School Boards Association

Executive Director Central New York School Boards Association, Inc. Overview: The Central New York School Boards Association, a multi-faceted membership association that incorporates approximately 50 school districts and 4 BOCES,...

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NYS Senator Bob Antonacci and MACNY Members Tour Nucor Steel for our Government Relations Speaker Series

New York State Senator Bob Antonacci and MACNY Members Tour Nucor Steel for our Government Relations Speaker Series: On the Road State Senator Bob Antonacci was the guest speaker at...

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Leadership in Times of Need

Leadership in Times of Need Randy Wolken, President & CEO I recently had the opportunity to visit Gerald Ford’s Presidential Museum while on vacation with my parents. My Dad and...

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Episode 110: The Other Side of Me

Episode 110 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about how to gain a better understanding of what it's like to...

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The Other Side of Me

The Other Side of Me David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This morning as I was driving to work I heard this question: “What’s it like to be on the other...

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Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Classroom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the classroom.  It is common knowledge that people all learn differently.  This is just a foreshadowing of things to come.  According to the Forbes article...

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Featured Training: OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Two-Day Training

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Two-Day Training This program is primarily intended for individuals who need general knowledge of industrial safety and health. Excellent overview for supervisors and group leaders or...

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Bachelor’s Completion and MS in Engineer Management Webinar is One Week Away!

We've partnered with Clarkson University! Join us for an upcoming webinar to learn more about Clarkson's Bachelors Completion Program and MS in Engineering Management Program! Tuesday, July 30 1 -...

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Spark.Orange: MACNY’s Leading Salesforce Preferred Partner

LEADING SALESFORCE PREFERRED PARTNER Spark.Orange is a Certified Salesforce.com Strategic Implementation Partner. They specialize in consulting, development, integration, training and support services to organizations implementing and customizing the Salesforce.com platform....

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PEB Recognizes Students and Business Partners at Annual Awards Event

PEB Recognizes Students and Business Partners at Annual Awards Event CNY STEM Scholarships: SRC:  Joshua Budihardjo/C-NS High School; Kayla Gray/New Hartford High School; Nichole Oleyourryk/Hannibal High School   King +...

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Employee Benefits Marketplace – Learn more this summer!

More Choice, More Happiness! Learn more about MACNY's Employee Benefits Marketplace offerings provided by Liazon. This online marketplace uses defined benefit contribution to allow employers to control costs, while offering...

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Morse Manufacturing Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility

On July 17, Morse Manufacturing Co. celebrated the grand opening of its new facility on Kuhn Road in the Town of Salina. The multi-generational, family-owned business was founded in 1923...

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Want to be Followed? Lead!

Want to be Followed? Lead! Randy Wolken, President & CEO I know this sounds incredibly simple, but it certainly is not. Leading is one of the hardest things a person...

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Episode 109: Why Didn’t You Say Something?

Episode 109 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're continuing our conversation about how we can improve our communication with others by...

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Individual Membership – Bulk Pricing Available!

You asked, we listened! We are excited to announce that we are now offering bulk pricing options for Individual Membership! 1 - 4: $229/person 5 - 9: $218/person 10 -...

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Training at a Glance – August

AUGUST TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: OSHA 10-Hour General Industry...

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Why Didn’t You Say Something?

Why Didn’t You Say Something? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever been in a meeting and thought things went so well? You were so proud of how your...

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Learn more about Clarkson’s Bachelors Completion Program and MS in Engineering Management Program!

We've partnered with Clarkson University! Join us for an upcoming webinar to learn more about Clarkson's Bachelors Completion Program and MS in Engineering Management Program! Tuesday, July 30 1 -...

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School Supply Drive to Benefit Mary Nelson’s Youth Center

In MACNY’s continued effort to give back to the community, we are holding a school supply drive now through August 14th to benefit The Mary Nelson Youth Center. We are running...

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Be Authentically You

Be Authentically You Randy Wolken, President & CEO We tend to worry about what others think about us. If we are not careful, we can spend a lot of our...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Congressman John Katko at Attis Ethanol

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Congressman John Katko at Attis Ethanol!   You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Congressman John Katko – Representative of the 24th district in...

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Episode 108: How are the conversations going?

Episode 108 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we are talking about how we can improve our communication with others by assessing...

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A Broader, National Strategy is Needed for Developing Registered Apprenticeship

A broader, national strategy is needed for developing registered apprenticeship programs! Click here to read more from IndustryWeek.

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How are the conversations going?

How are the conversations going? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In his book The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork, John Maxwell notes, “Interaction fuels action.” That is an incredibly true...

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Who Will Help Me Accomplish My Dreams?

Who Will Help Me Accomplish My Dreams? Randy Wolken, President & CEO We all have dreams. Dreams for how our days, months, and lives will turn out. But how do...

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Episode 107: July 8, 1776

Episode 107 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode is brief, but serves as a great reminder to set meaningful traditions for Independence Day--a...

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July 8, 1776

July 8, 1776 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer On Monday, July 8, 1776, Colonel John Nixon gave the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence to an assemblage of...

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Manufacturing Matters – Summer 2019

Click here to read the Summer 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month’s articles include: On the Cover: Partners for Education & Business Celebrates at Annual...

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2019 Legislative Session Recap

The 2019 Legislative Session wrapped up in Albany last week with a flurry of activity and hundreds of bills passing before lawmakers adjourned for the summer and headed home to...

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Job Signing Day: The Highlight of PEB’s Annual Awards Event

Partners for Education and Business celebrated their 2019 Annual Awards at Le Moyne College on June 12th. During the ceremony, many companies were recognized who have worked closely with PEB...

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24 Hours

24 Hours Randy Wolken, President & CEO “If you tell me what you did today, I will tell you who you are.” I recently read an article titled with this...

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Could “liquid trees” help us reach our green energy goals?

With New York State’s new progressive green energy goals, we should all be thinking about how we need to prepare for a carbonless footprint.  Many options are under study or...

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Episode 106: Happy Leon Day!

Episode 106 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean We're just about halfway through 2019. Set aside time this week to review your annual goals and...

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Happy Leon Day!

Happy Leon Day! David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Happy Leon Day! Can you believe that we are just about half finished with 2019? How is everything going? Are you making...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: Senator Antonacci at Nucor

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Senator Robert Antonacci at Nucor Steel! You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with State Senator Robert Antonacci at Nucor Steel on July 17, 2019,...

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Featured Training: Root Cause Analysis/Corrective Action

Root Cause Analysis / Corrective Action This practical, interactive training program is designed to provide quality and operating professionals with an understanding of the processes and techniques that lead to...

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Syracuse P-TECH Job Shadows

On June 5th, the Syracuse P-TECH program completed their job shadow days for the 2018 – 2019 school year. This year, the 11th grade P-TECH students have been making progress...

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Good Leaders Lead by Example More Than by Advice

Good Leaders Lead by Example More Than by Advice Randy Wolken, President & CEO As leaders, we will be judged more by what we do than by what we say....

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MACNY’s 22nd Annual Golf Tournament!

We hope to see you at MACNY's 22nd Annual Golf Tournament! Monday, July 22, 2019 Registration & Lunch at 11:30 AM Shotgun Start at 1 PM Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, and Awards at 6 PM Bellevue Country Club 1901 Glenwood Avenue Syracuse, NY 13207 MACNY Members and Guests of Members are welcome to...

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Episode 105: Your Employees Are Not Your Greatest Assets

Episode 105 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, David is standing behind Jim Collins' belief that employees aren't organizations' greatest assets--but the...

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Training at a Glance – July

JULY TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: Root Cause Analysis /...

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Your Employees Are Not Your Greatest Assets

Your Employees Are Not Your Greatest Assets David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Wow, I bet that title shocked you. Especially coming from me. This title is a quote that I...

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Will a Robot Take Your Job?

Will a Robot Take Your Job? Spoiler alert: The answer is a resounding NO!  Read more to hear about why automation will actually increase the need for skilled workers and...

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Event Recap: Government Relations Speaker Series at Cryomech

MACNY’s 2019 Government Relations Speaker Series kicked off June 6th at Cryomech with guest speaker Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon. Along with a group of MACNY Members, the County Executive...

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Randy Wolken Featured on “The Fourth Revolution” Podcast

This week, MACNY President & CEO, Randy Wolken, was featured on Bartell Machinery's podcast, "The Fourth Revolution." Click here to learn more about how the skilled labor shortage is affecting...

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Achievement Gains and Gaps

Achievement Gains and Gaps Randy Wolken, President & CEO When you consider how you are doing, are you evaluating both your achievement gains and gaps? There is a very big...

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Episode 104: Are you a lifter, a leaner, or just watching?

Episode 104 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we are talking about the difference between being a lifter, a leaner, or a...

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Are you a lifter, a leaner, or just watching?

Are you a lifter, a leaner, or just watching? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was growing up, my Dad told me there were three kinds of people in...

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Become an Individual Member Today!

Think of MACNY Individual Membership as a full professional development toolkit that brings together all the benefits of networking, relationship building, and professional development. Additionally, Individual Members receive discounts on...

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Join us at a NEW location for this year’s Clambake!

Join us for food, music, and fun at our Annual Clambake! Wednesday, August 14, 2019 4 - 7:30 pm NEW LOCATION! The Spinning Wheel 7384 Thompson Road North Syracuse, NY...

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When Do You Recharge?

When Do You Recharge? Randy Wolken, President & CEO I recharge my electronic devices every night. I plug in my phone, my watch, and my computer. They need that daily...

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Did you miss our Annual Dinner? Check out videos from the event!

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Episode 103: Pathways and the Twists and Turns

Episode 103 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, David is joined by four guests to discuss various pathways to employment that are...

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Register today for MACNY’s 22nd Annual Golf Tournament!

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Pathways and the Twists and Turns

Pathways and the Twists and Turns David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When you hear the word pathways, what thoughts come to mind? Perhaps a well-worn trail through the woods that...

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We Call Them Unicorns

The Wall Street Journal reports that the "tight U.S. job market squeezes smallest businesses the most."  Read more here to find out the unique things small companies are doing to...

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Manufacturing Matters – June 2019

Click here to read the June 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month’s articles include: On the Cover: MACNY Celebrates 106th Annual Dinner Page 3 |...

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More Choice, More Happiness! Learn More About MACNY’s Employee Benefits Marketplace Offering.

More Choice, More Happiness! Learn more about MACNY's Employee Benefits Marketplace offerings provided by Liazon. This online marketplace uses defined benefit contribution to allow employers to control costs, while offering...

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168 Hours

168 Hours Randy Wolken, President & CEO We all get 168 hours each week. Rich, poor, and everyone in between only gets 168 hours. The week is the most useful...

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There Were Pit Crews Before There Was 5S!

A successful Continuous Improvement Journey starts with a foundation of changing the culture, which almost always starts with 5S. Why? Because 5S is not just cleaning and sorting. It is...

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Episode 102: Apple of Gold in Pictures of Silver

Episode 102 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're talking about the art of communication and how crucial it is that we...

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Apples of Gold in Pictures of Silver

Apples of Gold in Pictures of Silver David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Consider for a moment this proverb: “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of...

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Kathy Birmingham Honored for Commitment to Syracuse P-TECH Program

On May 16th at the MACNY offices, the Syracuse P-TECH program celebrated their career coaches for volunteering their time and efforts this year. A special award was given to Kathy...

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Experience The Glen! Exclusive Offer for MACNY Members.

Experience the Glen! Exclusive Offer for MACNY Members. Click here to learn more! When purchasing tickets, use code WGI2019 June 27 - 30 Sahlen's Six Hours at the Glen July...

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Helping Others Thrive

Helping Others Thrive Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week at MACNY’s Annual Dinner we celebrated 106 years of service to the manufacturing community. Wow. Over a century of service...

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Featured Class: Mastering Emotional Intelligence – Level 1

Mastering Emotional Intelligence - Level 1 Program Overview: Whether you are aware of them or not, emotions are intertwined in everything you think, do, and say each day on the...

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Episode 101: Can Introverts Be Great Leaders?

Episode 101 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're answering the remainder of the questions we received for our 100th episode celebration...

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PIZZA, POP, and POWER TOOLS

What a great way to expose girls to opportunities in manufacturing.  Maybe the time has arrived in Central New York for our own Pizza, Pop, and Power Tools event.

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Can Introverts Be Great Leaders?

Can Introverts Be Great Leaders? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When we think of leaders, we often have visions of outgoing people who are larger than life. Perhaps we see...

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EEO-1 Reports Are Due by May 31 and September 30, 2019

REMINDER: EEO-1 Reports Are Due by May 31 and September 30, 2019 – According to the EEOC employers must submit 2018 EEO-1 “Component 1” data by 5/31/19 and must submit...

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Government Relations Speaker Series: County Executive McMahon at Cryomech, Inc.

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPEAKER SERIES Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon at Cryomech, Inc! You’re invited to MACNY’s Government Relations Speaker Series with Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon at Cryomech on June...

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P-TECH Students Visits MACK Studios

On May 3rd, 9th grade students from the Auburn P-TECH Program went on their last industry visit of the year to MACK Studios. This company is one of Auburn’s best...

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Training at a Glance – June

JUNE TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: Mastering Emotional Intelligence For...

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Today is the Best Day of the Year

Today is the Best Day of the Year Randy Wolken, President & CEO It’s really easy to see the hardship and challenges of our lives. It can be discouraging and...

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Episode 100: The Next Page – Past, Present, and Future

Episode 100 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean We're so excited to be celebrating 100 episodes!! In today's episode, we're sharing some of our stats...

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The Next Page: Past, Present, and Future

The Next Page: Past, Present, and Future David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Today the 100th episode of The Next Page podcast was released. For those of you that don’t know,...

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WSYR: P-TECH Program Helping Students Succeed While Closing the Skills Gap

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Do What You Don’t Know How to Do

Do What You Don’t Know How to Do Randy Wolken, President & CEO When I was young, I was taught to do the things that I knew how to do...

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An Afternoon at the Race Track with Watkins Glen International

Join us for an afternoon at Watkins Glen International! Tuesday, June 11 2:30 - 6:30 PM Pace Car Rides Beginning at 5 PM Watkins Glen International Jack Daniel's Room 2790...

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Episode 99: What Does it Take to be a Great Leader?(Part 4)

Episode 99 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're wrapping up our series on what it takes to be a great leader...

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Legislative Update on Pass-Through Income Tax Cut Legislation

S.4671 Kaplan/A.636A Stirpe was unanimously approved with a vote of 6-0 on April 30th by the Senate Budget and Revenue Committee. It then advanced to the Senate Finance Committee. This...

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What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 4)

What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 4) David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about two important qualities of a great leader: teachability and...

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Is Individual Membership Right for You?

Think of MACNY Individual Membership as a full professional development toolkit that brings together all the benefits of networking, relationship building, and professional development. Additionally, Individual Members receive discounts on...

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Training at a Glance – May

MAY TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: Syracuse University's Project Management...

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Swimsuit Drive Supporting the Safety Around Water Initiative

Throughout the month of May, MACNY's community initiative will be a swimsuit drive supporting the Safety Around Water Initiative that will be offering free water safety instruction to children this...

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Fox News – Elementary students design crosswalk to encourage drivers to slow down

Read more from Fox News to see what happens when we start to engage youth in the application of technology as a way to solve real-world problems.

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Success and Likability

Success and Likability Randy Wolken, President & CEO Likability matters more than almost any other trait in a leader. It’s not that the other parts of a competent leader are...

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Episode 98: What Does it Take to be a Great Leader?(Part 3)

Episode 98 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're continuing our series on what it takes to be a great leader and...

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Manufacturing Matters – May 2019

Click here to read the May 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month’s articles include: On the Cover: MACNY to Recognize Member Companies Celebrating Milestones at...

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What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 3)

What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 3) David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we looked into two more qualities of a great leader, courage and...

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Milestone Award Recipients to be Honored at MACNY’s 106th Annual Dinner

Each year at our Annual Dinner celebration we like to take a moment to recognize our member companies celebrating exciting milestone anniversaries. This year we will be honoring the following...

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2019 Salary & Benefits Survey

MACNY is excited to announce that we have joined forces with SHRM, Society for Human Resource Management, on the 2019 Salary and Benefits Survey, a survey covering wage, salary, and...

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Central Upstate Mfg. – Edition 7

MACNY is very excited to bring you the seventh edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! In this issue we explore the interesting and inspiring topic of workforce development. In order to...

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Simple Pleasures

Simple Pleasures Randy Wolken, President & CEO The world is throwing a lot at us each day. I witness and write about fast-paced change in a global economy. Life is...

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Episode 97: What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 2)

Episode 97 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In today's episode, we're continuing our series on what it takes to be a great leader and...

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What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 2)

What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 2) David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I answered the question, “Are leaders born or developed?” As a reminder,...

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Become an Individual Member Today!

Think of MACNY Individual Membership as a full professional development toolkit that brings together all the benefits of networking, relationship building, and professional development. Additionally, Individual Members receive discounts on...

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Syracuse P-TECH Students Visit Universal Metal Works

Syracuse P-TECH Students Visit Universal Metal Works The Syracuse P-TECH program went to Universal Metal Works in Fulton for an industry visit on April 4th.   This is the first time...

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Your Toughest Critic

Your Toughest Critic Randy Wolken, President & CEO Who is your toughest critic? For most of us, we are our own. Although true, it can have significant impacts on our...

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Episode 96: What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 1)

Episode 96 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode kicks off our next series--What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? This week begins...

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What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 1)

What Does it Take to be a Great Leader? (Part 1) David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have often heard the question, “Are leaders born or developed?” The answer to...

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Join us for MACNY’s 106th Annual Dinner!

Join us for MACNY's 106th Annual Dinner! Thursday, May 23, 2019 5 - 9 pm SRC Arena & Events Center on the Onondaga Community College Campus Click here to RSVP...

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18th Annual Employment and Human Resources Law Solutions Conference

The 18th Annual Employment and Human Resources Law Solutions Conference is coming up May 16-17 at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona, NY! It’s easy to get overwhelmed...

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MACNY Participates in Beech-Nut’s Apprenticeship Launch

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) was excited to participate in this week’s launch of a new registered apprenticeship program at Beech-Nut Nutrition. The program combines supervised on-the-job...

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What do I do when I lose my confidence?

What do I do when I lose my confidence? Randy Wolken, President & CEO It has happened to all of us at some point. We lose our confidence. We become...

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Episode 95: Are You Intentional?

Episode 95 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode is about living with intention in all aspects of our lives. One of David's first-ever...

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Randy Wolken Discusses the State Budget on Capitol Pressroom

MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken joined Susan Arbetter on WCNY’s The Capitol Pressroom earlier this week to discuss the new state budget and the state of manufacturing in New...

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Are You Intentional?

Are You Intentional? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer One of my first emails was titled, “Are You Living with Intentionality?” If my numbers are correct, this was about 130 emails...

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Training at a Glance: April

APRIL TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: The Metallurgy of Joining...

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CANCELLED: Pathways to Jobs Event @ TST BOCES

Due to unanticipated circumstances, the CNYSBA - TST BOCES Pathways to Jobs forum scheduled for Thursday, April 11 has been cancelled. Given the interest expressed in this program by several folks in...

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Pathways to Jobs: Discover the Opportunities – April 30th in Liverpool

Are you interested in the future of your workforce and where it will be coming from? Please join us for our Pathways to Jobs event to discover the opportunities that are available...

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It’s Snowing Again?!?

It’s Snowing Again?!? Randy Wolken, President & CEO It’s April 1st and as I look out my window it is snowing again. When the snow first comes in the Winter,...

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MACNY’S Overview of the 2019-20 State Budget

MACNY’S Overview of the 2019-2020 State Budget Manufacturers Intermediary Apprenticeship Program (MIAP) The final state budget included $750,000 for MIAP to ensure that this important program can continue and grow...

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Episode 94: The Power of a Question

Episode 94 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode is about the importance of questions and how critical they truly are to the relationships...

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Manufacturing Matters – April 2019

Click here to read the April 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month’s articles include: Page 3 | President’s Message: Learnability is the Key Skill for...

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CPA Annual Trade Conference

MACNY President & CEO, Randy Wolken, and Tiffany Latino-Gerlock, Director of Government Relations & Communications, were pleased to participate in this year’s Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA) Trade Conference...

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Patrick Morocco & Rick Harrington Named MACNY’s 2019 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductees

Patrick Morocco & Rick Harrington Named MACNY's 2019 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductees We are pleased to announce the 2019 inductees for the Manufacturers Wall of Fame. Patrick Morocco of...

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The Power of a Question

The Power of a Question David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever thought about the power of a question? Questions are priceless and allow us to open a dialog...

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Tesla partners with local colleges to establish apprenticeships in manufacturing

Read more to see a great example of industry partnering with local educational institutions.

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How Do We Stay Creative?

How Do We Stay Creative? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our work can quickly become a grind. Whether our business is growing, holding steady, or losing ground, our work can...

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Episode 93: Don’t Leave, Go

Episode 93 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode is about how a shift in mindset is all we need to take us from...

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Don’t Leave, Go

Don’t Leave, Go David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I know this sounds a bit convoluted, but we need to stop leaving and start going. I once heard of a baseball...

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Two Austrian Companies Address Plastic Waste in Landfills and Oceans

Click below to read more about two Austrian companies who are partnering to address a rising problem - too much plastic in our landfills and oceans. Not only could this...

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Could foldable glass be the next advancement in smartphones?

Looking for a smaller phone with a larger screen? Foldable glass could be the solution thanks to our friends at Corning!

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Oswego County Business: Despite skills gap challenge, Manufacturers Association of Central New York optimistic about progress in 2019

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CNY REDC Funding/Potential Project Forum

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Auburn P-TECH Students Visit Goulds Pumps + Upcoming P-TECH Events

Auburn P-TECH Students Visit Goulds Pumps + Upcoming P-TECH Events The Auburn 10th grade P-TECH program students visited Goulds Pumps in Seneca Falls on March 4th.  The students were given...

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How Big is Our Economy?

How Big is Our Economy? Randy Wolken, President & CEO Sometimes it is difficult to appreciate the sheer size of both the United States’ and New York’s economy. It is...

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Episode 92: To Write, or Not to Write – Part 2

Episode 92 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today's episode is a continuation from last week's episode about journaling. David tried out a new note-taking...

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To Write, or Not to Write – Part 2

To Write, or Not to Write -  Part 2 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the power of journaling. I shared many of the benefits of...

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Individual Members receive awesome benefits – Find out how you can become one!

Think of MACNY Individual Membership as a full professional development toolkit that brings together all the benefits of networking, relationship building, and professional development. Additionally, Individual Members receive discounts on...

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Connecting Youths to Apprenticeships

Click here to read insights from the JFF Center For Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning on the role of community-based organizations in connecting youth to apprenticeships.

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Dr. Chao Wang of Cryomech, Inc. Named 2019 Innovator of the Year

DR. CHAO WANG OF CRYOMECH, INC. NAMED 2019 INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR We are pleased to announce that Dr. Chao Wang of Cryomech, Inc. has been selected as the 2019...

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Lessons from the Toll Booth

Lessons from the Toll Booth Randy Wolken, President & CEO I recently read about a toll road experience that made me stop and think. A commuter noticed that of the...

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Episode 91: To Write, or Not to Write

Episode 91 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are talking about the power of journaling and its benefits. We are also encouraging our listeners...

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Lobby Day 2019 Recap

MACNY’s annual Lobby Day was held in Albany on March 6th.  More than 40 leaders from manufacturing companies across our region met with over 25 State Senators and Assembly Members...

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To Write, or Not to Write

To Write, or Not to Write David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When you think of journaling, what comes to mind? A young teen dreaming about the future or decrying the...

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Limited Tickets Remain for Happy Hour at Saranac Brewery! RSVP Today!

Join us for a Networking Happy Hour at Saranac Brewery! Come enjoy a drink, appetizers, Saranac beer infused items catered by A Moveable Feast by O'Connor's, and great networking! April 10,...

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Featured Class: The Metallurgy of Joining Processes

Join us for The Metallurgy of Joining Processes April - June 2019 In this course, joining processes include welding, brazing, soldering, and certain additive manufacturing of metal parts (e.g. direct...

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P-TECH Featured on Bridge Street’s STEAM Matters!

In case you missed it, click HERE to see P-TECH featured on Bridge Street's "STEAM Matters" program!

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Randy Wolken on CNBC: There’s a Shortage of the Right Kind of Workers to Fill Jobs

Last week, Randy Wolken, MACNY President & CEO, joined "The Exchange" to discuss the current job market and the positions where there is the greatest need. Click here to watch...

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Pathways to Jobs Events: Discover the Opportunities

Are you interested in the future of your workforce and where it will be coming from? Please join us for our Pathways to Jobs event to discover the opportunities that are available...

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Training at a Glance: March

MARCH TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: The Metallurgy of Joining...

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Leaders Retain Top Talent

Leaders Retain Top Talent Randy Wolken, President & CEO As leaders, it is our job to help our organizations retain top talent. With the critical shortage of workers in manufacturing,...

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Episode 90: Opportunities in Work Clothes

Episode 90 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing problems and how shifting your mindset can change the way you see them. Maybe...

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New Member Benefit: Workers’ Compensation Hotline

In partnership with Brown & Brown Empire State, MACNY is now offering a free Workers’ Compensation Question Hotline. Simply complete this form and a representative from Brown & Brown will...

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Opportunities in Work Clothes

Opportunities in Work Clothes David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was a kid and would tell my Dad I had a problem, he would always say, “Son, you don’t...

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The Trade War is a Farce? Really – What Do You Mean?

Read more from Industry Week to learn why it is critically important for us to be cultivating the next generation of the advanced manufacturing workforce.

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Manufacturing Matters – March 2019

Click here to read the March 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month’s articles include: Join us for Legacies in Manufacturing: Leading with Vision and Community Impact in Mind...

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Successful Leaders Play the Long Game

Successful Leaders Play the Long Game Randy Wolken, President & CEO We all know leaders who play to win – in the short term. They can be brilliant at it....

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Syracuse P-TECH Students Visit Kilian Manufacturing

Syracuse P-TECH Students Visit Kilian Manufacturing Kilian, the largest manufacturer of custom bearings, is based right here in Central New York. Next year, Kilian will be celebrating their centennial anniversary...

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Episode 89: Who is Controlling Whom?

Episode 89 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing what may be getting in the way of you becoming the "you" you'd like...

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Werk: Compliance HR Is Out, Human-Centric HR Is In

Companies are finding it necessary to focus less on compliance and more on people, and therefore investing in company culture. Read more from Werk by clicking below.

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Who is Controlling Whom?

Who is Controlling Whom? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer We are now almost two months into 2019. How are you doing with your New Year’s resolutions and goals for the...

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Pathways to Jobs Events: Discover the Opportunities

Are you interested in the future of your workforce and where it will be coming from? Please join us for our Pathways to Jobs event to discover the opportunities that are available...

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Annual Dinner Speakers Announced!

RENOWNED MANUFACTURING EXECUTIVES ROBERT AND NATHAN ANDREWS TO KEYNOTE MACNY’S 106TH ANNUAL DINNER, WITH MODERATOR DAVID FREUND Father and son pair to discuss the value of manufacturing in the community...

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Join us for Happy Hour at Saranac Brewery!

Join us for a Networking Happy Hour at Saranac Brewery! Come enjoy a drink, appetizers, Saranac beer infused items catered by A Moveable Feast by O'Connor's, and great networking! April 10,...

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Laury Ferguson Joins MACNY as Assistant Director of Apprenticeship

MACNY is pleased to welcome Laury Ferguson to the team! Laury has joined the organization as the Assistant Director of Apprenticeship. In her role, Laury will be focused on the...

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Leaders Stay Calm

Leaders Stay Calm Randy Wolken, President & CEO It’s rather easy to get worked up as a leader. The project is not going as planned. Individuals are not performing as...

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Episode 88: They Made Such A Difference

Episode 88 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing three of David's mentors and how you can identify mentors in your life. It's...

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Spectrum News: EkoStinger Plant Opens in Horseheads

An amazingly simple idea that reduces fuel and increases jobs right in Upstate New York! Good for the ecosystem and economics!

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They Made Such a Difference

They Made Such a Difference David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This morning while I was shaving, a cold chill came over me. I had a flashback to a time when...

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Featured Class: Transformational Leadership

The Law of the Lid states that our teams and our organizations cannot grow beyond our level of knowledge and expertise. Having partners as we learn makes it more fun...

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March at MACNY

Don’t miss these great offerings from MACNY in the month of March. Information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 3/5 - Transformational Leadership...

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Leadership is a Group Activity

Leadership is a Group Activity Randy Wolken, President & CEO Solo leaders are destined to fail. The stories of solitary successful leaders are myths. Modern business media sources relate how...

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Episode 87: Are You Arguing with Yourself?

Episode 87 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing self-limiting beliefs and why it's time for you to identify them and replace them...

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P-TECH Event Recap: Ephesus Gumdrop Bridge Challenge

Once a year, the Ephesus Lighting career coaches visit the Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central and design an exclusive challenge for the students to solve.  This year Ephesus chose...

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Are You Arguing with Yourself?

Are You Arguing with Yourself? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are you arguing with yourself? I’m really asking you to think about this question. Are you arguing with yourself? Are...

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EEO-1 Deadline Extended to 5/31/2019

The due date to submit the EEO-1 for 2018 has been extended to 5/31/2019. Click here for additional details.

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Lobby Day is less than a month away! Don’t forget to RSVP!

LOBBY DAY IS LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY! DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER! At this year’s Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany, participants will be networking, addressing specific policy issues and topics...

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Got a 3D Printer?

Click here to read about custom 3D Printers and the amazing and creative things that have been developed for people with prosthetics. Watch the video below to learn about the Luke...

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Leaders Remind Themselves Who They Are

Leaders Remind Themselves Who They Are Randy Wolken, President & CEO I write this message from my hometown of West Point, Nebraska. Some of you may know that I grew...

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Episode 86: How Are You Doing With Stress?

  Episode 86 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing stress, but not necessarily the way you expect! Is it possible that you're...

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How Are You Doing With Stress?

How Are You Doing With Stress? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Let me start off by saying that I’m not asking how you are doing with your stress. I want...

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Is Manufacturing Seeing a Calm Before the Storm?

Is Manufacturing Seeing a Calm Before the Storm? Click here to read one magazine’s perspective on the state of manufacturing in 2018 vs 2019.

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Manufacturing Matters – February 2019

Click here to read the February 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month's articles include: Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards -...

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What Are You Excited About?

What Are You Excited About? Randy Wolken, President & CEO It is so easy to spend our time in worry and fear. It is so easy to see what is...

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Episode 85: Are You Making The Investment?

  Episode 85 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing the investments required for everything in life. Not just financial investment, but time...

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BCG: The Five Traits of Transformative CEOs

We often hear about the need for transformation. When a market is disrupted (implying something unexpected), current company leaders need to be prepared to respond effectively and efficiently. It is...

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Are You Making The Investment?

Are You Making The Investment? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It is often said that, “The dream is free, but the journey isn’t.” What a profound statement. We can and...

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Are you an AI Skeptic?

As a follow up to one of Cindy Oehmigen's newsletter articles, "Planes, Trains and Automobiles...None of the Above," we'd be remiss to not include self-driving cars. How do you feel...

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Training at a Glance – February

FEBRUARY TRAINING Be sure to check out our calendar for the most up-to-date information on all of MACNY's training and events! Featured class of the month: A New DISC Class...

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P-TECH: Roller Coaster Challenge

ITC P-TECH sophomores worked with their career coaches in January as they battled to create a roller coaster with at least 1 loop while travelling as slowly as possible without...

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Can You Smile Through the Struggles?

Can You Smile Through the Struggles? Randy Wolken, President & CEO I hear it almost every day. I hear of the struggles. They are as varied as the person I...

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Episode 84: Are You Committed to Being a Person of Character?

  Episode 84 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today we are discussing two very important words: Commitment and Character. If you like what you hear,...

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Air Force Pitch Day

"Pitch Days are new fast tracks for startups to work with the Air Force. Modeled after commercial investment pitch competitions, our goal is to award $40 million to startups using...

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Are You Committed to Being a Person of Character?

Are You Committed to Being a Person of Character? David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Lately, I have been reflecting on two words, both of which start with the letter “C,”...

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New, Updated DISC Behavioral Assessment Class!

Success comes from knowing yourself and being able to read others so that you can communicate effectively with them. MACNY is thrilled to announce this brand-new DISC Behavioral Assessment class....

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Join us for Manufacturing Lobby Day!

MACNY and The Manufacturers Alliance of New York invite you to Manufacturing Lobby Day! At this year’s Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany, participants will be networking, addressing specific policy issues...

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Workers’ Compensation Hotline!

In partnership with Brown & Brown Empire State, MACNY is now offering a free Workers’ Compensation Question Hotline. Simply complete this form and a representative from Brown & Brown will...

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IBM is collaborating with P-TECH. Are you?

MACNY & PEB are so proud to be a participant in such a wonderful, life-changing program for students. For more information on how to support the five local P-TECH...

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Letting Go of the Old

Letting Go of the Old Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future beckons us, but to get there we must let go of the old. This is the essence of...

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Statement from MACNY on 2019 State of the State

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 17, 2019 CONTACT: Tiffany Latino-Gerlock, MACNY, 474-4201, Ext. 13, [email protected]           STATEMENT FROM MACNY ON 2019 STATE OF THE STATE Syracuse, New York - MACNY, The Manufacturers...

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Reserve a Room at MACNY!

Did you know that members can reserve space at MACNY to use for meetings, brainstorming sessions, training, and more? We're excited to offer members access to our Legacy Room, Conference...

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Episode 83: Ready, Set Grow! – Part 4

  Episode 83 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Today marks the end of our Ready, Set, Grow! series. We hope you've enjoyed kickstarting your new...

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Tiffany Latino-Gerlock Joins MACNY as Director of Government Relations & Communications

Tiffany Latino-Gerlock Joins MACNY as Director of Government Relations & Communications  MACNY is pleased to announce the addition of Tiffany Latino-Gerlock, who has joined the organization as the Director of...

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Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 4

Ready, Set, Grow! - Part 4 David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s hard to believe we are at the last installment of our Ready, Set, Grow! Series. Four weeks flew...

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Submit Your Nominations by 2/8!

MACNY is collecting nominations for our 2019 Manufacturers Wall of Fame and Innovator of the Year Awards! Award recipients will be honored at MACNY's 106th Annual Dinner on May 23, 2019 at the SRC Arena &...

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Rescue Mission Donation Drive – Still Time to Donate by January 17!

There is still time to donate to our collection drive for the Rescue Mission! We are collecting warm socks, hats, scarves, gloves, and jackets for children and adults. We are also...

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New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s Resolutions Randy Wolken, President & CEO We have learned a lot about changing human behavior more recently. Much research has been conducted and new information is released daily...

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Episode 82: Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 3

  Episode 82 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean We hope you're enjoying our "Ready, Set, Grow!" series and have started to put some of the...

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You’ve Heard About Apprenticeship, but What About Pre-Apprenticeship?

MACNY is engaged with the Syracuse City School District in an effort to bring more talented students directly from high school into apprenticeships with local companies.  Read more to see...

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Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 3

Ready, Set, Grow! - Part 3 By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This week we will look at laws that might be a bit tougher to understand at first glance,...

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New Laws for 2019

2019 brings a number of new laws, a hike in the minimum wage, implementation of a wage theft hotline, and changing tables in all new or renovated men's and women's...

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Manufacturing Matters – January 2019

Click here to read the January 2019 issue of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY! This month's articles include: Exciting Advancements at MACNY Another Year of Service Ahead for...

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January at MACNY

Start the New Year off right! Don’t miss these great offerings from MACNY in the month of January. For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 1/8 & 1/15: Lean...

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Skills You Need to Stay Competitive in 2019

Skills You Need to Stay Competitive in 2019 Randy Wolken, President & CEO As we move into 2019, it is important to evaluate how competitive our businesses are for the...

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Episode 81: Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 2

  Episode 81 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean Happy New Year! Join us for the second installment of "Ready, Set, Grow!" where we continue to...

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Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 2

Ready, Set, Grow! - Part 2 By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As we start the second week of our growth series, I wanted to share three more Laws of...

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Be Bold – Be Vulnerable.

Be Bold – Be Vulnerable. By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Being vulnerable is usually the last thing we want to be. As an individual performer, team member, or leader,...

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Episode 80: Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 1

  Episode 80 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week, we're kicking off a series on growth to help you kick start your 2019 growth...

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Exciting Update: Salesforce Implementation

MACNY is excited to announce that we will soon be migrating to the Salesforce platform to serve you better! Salesforce is a customer relationship management (CRM) tool that will help...

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Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 1

Ready, Set, Grow! – Part 1 By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer With Christmas behind us and the New Year before us, I thought that I would start a series...

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Season of Light

Season of Light By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Christmas and Holiday Times are seasons of light. Lights are everywhere and present in all the traditional faith celebrations. Light is...

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PSLA at Fowler Students Visit Tech Garden

On December 12th, 9th Grade RPAS and CIS students from PSLA at Fowler visited the Tech Garden in Syracuse. They were greeted by Kara Jones, Content & Marketing Manager whose...

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Episode 79: Do You Have A Decision Bias?

  Episode 79 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week, we're discussing how decision bias can lead to demise - and how you can overcome...

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Do lean techniques work like fairy dust?

Some people are under the impression that "lean techniques are like fairy dust - you sprinkle some on and magic things happen." That is far from the facts. It is...

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Do You Have a Decision Bias?

Do You Have a Decision Bias? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Aren’t you happy when people make decisions? There’s nothing worse than a group of people sitting around and...

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Have You Met a MIAP Apprentice Yet?

Meet Rodney Hay, one of the many apprentices participating in a NYSDOL Registered Apprenticeship Program for Electro-Mechanical Technician, sponsored by Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association, a part of the MIAP...

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Laughter is Contagious

Laughter is Contagious By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO When your team is together do they laugh? This seems like a silly question for leaders – but it is a...

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Online Registration Unavailable from 12/14 @ 5pm – 12/17 @ 9am

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE UNAVAILABLE FROM 5 PM ON FRIDAY, 12/14 THROUGH MONDAY, 12/17 AT 9 AM! To our members: We are excited to announce that we will be migrating...

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Episode 78: Once is Never Enough

  Episode 78 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week, we're discussing how to improve information retention in order to make your learning and development...

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Once Is Never Enough

Once Is Never Enough By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In the 1880s, psychologist Herman Ebbinghaus created his concept of the Forgetting Curve. His curve revealed that within three to...

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Exciting Update: Salesforce Implementation

MACNY is excited to announce that we will soon be migrating to the Salesforce platform to serve you better! Salesforce is a customer relationship management (CRM) tool that will help...

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What’s A Water Spider?

Even as an experienced Lean Practitioner, much confusion can be created by ‘competing’ Improvement Programs.  More often than not, the teachings are very similar but are called by different names...

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IRS: Employee Benefit Plan Limits for 2019

The IRS has announced Employee Benefit Plan Limits for 2019 for a variety of benefits, FSA, HSA, 401(k), and more. Brown & Brown has provided useful information outlining the various...

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When Do You Reset?

When Do You Reset? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Year end is here. For many, it is the end of the fiscal year as well. Inventories are being tallied...

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Where Do U.S. Executives See Skills Gaps In The American Workforce? #infographic

Where Do U.S. Executives See Skills Gaps In The American Workforce? #infographic

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Episode 77: Are You Ready for The Holidays

  Episode 77 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week, Dave and Marisa are discussing how to be intentional about the holiday season to ensure...

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Are You Ready for The Holidays?

Are You Ready for The Holidays? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I’m sure it’s no surprise to you that in my opinion, this time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is...

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Did You Hear the News?

MACNY’s apprenticeship program is growing across the state. Read more to hear about our Long Island program launch.

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Rescue Mission Donation Drive: Now Through January 17!

Join MACNY and our members in our community donation drive to support the Rescue Mission. We will be collecting winter gear items and hygiene items for children and adults of...

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NYS: Combating Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

With the release of the final guidelines for sexual harassment requirements, now is the time to be sure you are meeting or have met those requirements. The NYS Department of...

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Manufacturing Matters – December 2018

Please enjoy the December 2018 edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read this newsletter online.

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Deceptively Different

Deceptively Different By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO I know today does not feel different than yesterday. However, it is. The speed of change effects every day of our lives...

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Employee Reviews

Employee Reviews: While most people do not like a formal performance review, it is important to provide the employee with tools to be successful.  One option is the frequent check...

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Episode 76: It’s Yours for the Choosing

  Episode 76 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is talking about the power of choice when it comes to your...

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It’s Yours for the Choosing

It’s Yours for the Choosing By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer How was your Thanksgiving? Did it meet your expectations? How about your holiday shopping, is it going well? Those...

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New York State Paid Family Leave

New York State Paid Family Leave: The benefit for the Paid Family Leave for 2019 changes to 10 weeks of employee’s Average Weekly Wage, capped at 55% of the New...

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New Class Alert! Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) – 2 Day Course

New Class Alert! Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) - 2 Day Course on December 4 and 5, 2018 Course: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Per ASME Y14.5-2009 Course Objective: Upon completion of...

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It All Starts With Gratitude

It All Starts With Gratitude By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO This week we celebrate Thanksgiving as a nation.  To me, it seems like an appropriate time to stop and...

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I Was in the Room

I Was in the Room By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Some years ago, I attended a session as part of my coaching certification and heard someone ask, “How many...

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Millennials and Manufacturing: Eight Tips to Attract and Train a 21st Century Workforce

The American workforce is changing. As of 2015 the millennial generation (who the U.S. Census Bureau defines as anyone born between 1981-1996) has overtaken baby boomers (born between 1946-1964) to...

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A Leader’s Real Ability to be Truly Influential

A Leader’s Real Ability to be Truly Influential By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO A leader’s real ability to be truly influential, is our ability to be influenced. It is...

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What Skills Do You Need to Work in Automation?

What Skills Do You Need to Work in Automation? Fast Company has identified the skills necessary to work in automation.  Read more below.  As you do, keep in mind that...

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15 Invaluable Laws of Growth on November 27 – Limited Spaces Available, Register Now!

Live the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth and Reach Your Potential! Are there tried and true principles that are always certain to help a person grow?  John Maxwell says the answer is...

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Me First!

Me First!  By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you remember when you were in elementary school and there were those kids that always needed to be first in line,...

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December at MACNY

MACNY has a Winter packed full of wonderful events. Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of December! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. December...

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Great Leaders Make It Personal

Great Leaders Make It Personal By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a leader, everything we do must be tailored to the people we serve and lead.  Commodities are not...

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Diaper Collection Drive to Support CNY Diaper Bank

In our efforts to continually support our community, MACNY is hosting a diaper collection drive to support the CNY Diaper Bank until November 14. So far we've collected 1,493 diapers!...

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Solar Powered Tent For the Homeless

Read more to find out how 12 girls from Southern California solved a growing community problem.  What a great way to get girls interested in engineering.

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MACNY is hiring! APPRENTICESHIP / PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM MANAGER

MACNY is hiring for a APPRENTICESHIP / PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM MANAGER. Please find the job description below and please click HERE to view a PDF version. SUMMARY The Apprenticeship Program Manager...

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Democracy at Its Finest

Democracy at Its Finest By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Election day 2018 is now past. I would like to touch on democracy at its finest.  In 1784, Governor George...

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MIPAC Announces 2018 Senate and Assembly Legislative Endorsements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: November 2, 2018 Karyn Burns-Gerling, MACNY (315) 474-4201 (Office) (315) 317-3402 (Cell) [email protected] MIPAC Announces 2018 Senate and Assembly Legislative Endorsements Statewide Manufacturing Association’s Political Action...

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P-TECH Industry Visit to Upsco

This year the Auburn P-TECH program expanded industry visits to the 10th grade for the first time.  The Auburn 10th grade P-TECH program visited Upsco in Moravia on October 11th. ...

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Second Annual MACNY Transformational Leadership Award!

Second Annual MACNY Transformational Leadership Award! On October 26th, leaders from across Central New York gathered at The Lodge at Welch Allyn for Live2Lead 2018--a broadcast event from Duluth, Georgia....

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Do The MATH!

I remember as a child that my dad often said ”Do the MATH," “Figure it out," and I learned to like all things about MATH as a result.  Are we...

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Leaders Must Lead the Change

Leaders Must Lead the Change By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently, I have spent a lot of time visiting member companies and working on growth projects in our community. ...

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Manufacturing Matters – November 2018

Please enjoy the November 2018 edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read this newsletter online.

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Google Maps adds electric-car charging locations

This is a great way to tackle Range Anxiety, the fear that many people encounter when they are considering Electric Vehicles (EV).  The fact that Google sees the need to...

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It Was Fun!

It Was Fun! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last Sunday evening, I dropped my parents off at the airport for their annual migration to warmer weather. At 86 and...

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RPAS Field Trip to Springside Farm

The morning of Tuesday, October 23, students from the Public Service Leadership Academy at Fowler gathered at Springside Farm in Fabius, New York.  Students from the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems...

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Small Habit Changes Can Lead to Big Advances

Small Habit Changes Can Lead to Big Advances By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO I don’t know about you, but some days it all seems a little overwhelming. The world...

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MACNY Diaper Collection Drive for the CNY Diaper Bank now through November 14

In our efforts to continually support our community, MACNY is hosting a diaper collection drive to support the CNY Diaper Bank until November 14. The heartbreaking truth is every day...

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You Can’t Go It Alone

You Can’t Go It Alone    By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer One of the issues successful people have is thinking they can go it alone. They have been successful so...

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Manufacturing Careers Day 2018

Manufacturing Careers Day 2018 For this year’s event, PEB and MACNY coordinated visits by students and teachers to three manufacturing facilities in CNY.  Lockheed Martin hosted 300+ students and teachers...

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After decades of pushing bachelor’s degrees, U.S. needs more tradespeople

At a steel factory dwarfed by the adjacent Auto Club Speedway, Fernando Esparza is working toward his next promotion. Esparza is a 46-year-old mechanic for Evolution Fresh, a subsidiary of...

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Are You Fit to Lead?

Are You Fit to Lead? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO I know this question may sound overly personal, but it is an important one.  Are you physically fit to...

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Energy Update

Energy storage capacity is the linchpin to making distributed renewable power effective.  New York is working on it.  Duke energy is investing in it-big time.

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Thoughts, Feelings, and Actions

Thoughts, Feelings, and Actions By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Back in June, I wrote a post that was titled, But it was just a thought…or so I thought. In...

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Manufacturing Day at Gear Motions on October 5

Nixon Gear served as one of the host companies for the 9th Annual Manufacturing Careers Day in partnership with Partners for Education & Business (PEB) and the Manufacturers Association of Central New...

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November at MACNY

MACNY has a Fall packed full of wonderful events. Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of November! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. November...

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Congratulations to one of our member companies, Clinton’s Ditch who just celebrated 50 years!

Congratulations to one of our member companies, Clinton’s Ditch who just celebrated 50 years. The name “Clinton’s Ditch” originated as a slang term used to reference the Erie Canal that...

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Why Are 70% of Employees Not Engaged at Work?

Why Are 70% of Employees Not Engaged at Work? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Did you know that according to Gallup, a full 70% of employees are either not...

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Last Chance to Register for the Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast on 10/16

Last Chance to Register for the Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast on 10/16! Breakfast Agenda 8:00-9:00 AM: Registration, Legislative Breakfast, Meet & Greet with Elected Officials and Staff 9:00-9:15 AM:...

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Google, Apple and 13 other companies that no longer require employees to have a college degree

The economy continues to be a friendly place for job seekers today, and not just for the ultra-educated — economists are predicting ever-improving prospects for workers without a degree as well. Recently,...

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Rivers Not Reservoirs

Rivers Not Reservoirs By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Someone once told me that God created us to be rivers, not reservoirs. He will only give to us what he...

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Last Chance to Register for Live2Lead on October 26!

This is the last chance to register for Live2Lead on October 26! Registration will be closing on October 12. Please register by clicking HERE!    What is LIVE2LEAD? LIVE2LEAD is...

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MACNY is Looking to Hire a Director of Government Relations!

MACNY is looking to hire a Director of Government Relations! Do you know someone that would be a good fit for this opportunity with our organization? Please find the job...

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Good Leaders Increase Retention – and Outcomes

Good Leaders Increase Retention – and Outcomes By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Did you know that 1 out of 2 workers say they left a previous job to escape...

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New Class Alert! 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

Live the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth and Reach Your Potential! Are there tried and true principles that are always certain to help a person grow?  John Maxwell says the answer is...

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Is Your Capacity Increasing?

Is Your Capacity Increasing? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last May, I wrote about capacity and Marisa and I discussed it on episode 47 of The Next Page Podcast....

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Manufacturing Matters – October 2018

Please enjoy the October 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read online.

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P-TECH Update

P-TECH Programs in Mechanical and Electrical Technology Provide Summer Learning Experiences for Students The Syracuse and Auburn P-TECH Programs both offered the opportunity for juniors and seniors to participate in...

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A Focus on Customer Experience is How a Company Succeeds Today

A Focus on Customer Experience is How a Company Succeeds Today By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Every industry is being transformed by the expectations of customers.  Manufacturing is no...

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Solar for Residential

We are making big advances in solar for residential.  This successful installation was announced about a year ago.  As attractive as it is (at least in my opinion) there are...

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Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast Full Agenda Details Available!

Join us for our annual Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast on Tuesday, October 16 at the Cavalry Club Breakfast Agenda 8:00-9:00 AM: Registration, Legislative Breakfast, Meet & Greet with Elected Officials...

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A Veteran’s Perspective

A Veteran’s Perspective By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I recently had the opportunity to sit down and interview my Dad for The Next Page podcast. What struck me about...

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Last Chance to Submit Nominations for the 2nd Annual Transformational Leadership Award! Due 9/28

This year we will again recognize someone as MACNY’s Transformational Leader Award winner for 2018. The winner will be someone who embodies character, commitment, courage, competence, initiative, passion, servanthood, and generosity. ...

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Syracuse P-TECH Student Learns Valuable Skills While Interning at United Radio

Syracuse P-TECH Student Learns Valuable Skills While Interning at United Radio.

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HR Update: Medicare Disclosure Part D Notices

Medicare Disclosure Part D Notices must be distributed by October 14, 2018.  Model Notice Letters as well as additional information can be found on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid...

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Energy Update

Sometimes ‘old news’ can be brought back and aligned with breaking news.  Energy storage is not a new problem.  Perhaps we can learn from and adapt some of the thinking...

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The Use of Degrees in Hiring is Changing – and it Will Continue

The Use of Degrees in Hiring is Changing – and it Will Continue By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our members continue to tell me just how hard it is...

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For Immediate Release: MANUPAC & U.S. Chamber Of Commerce Announce Endorsement of John Katko for Congress

FOR RELEASE: Immediate, Thursday, September 20, 2018 CONTACT: Karyn (Burns) Gerling, MACNY, 315-474-4201, Ext. 13 or 315-317-3402 or [email protected] Stacy Day, U.S. Chamber of Commerce. 202-463-5682 or [email protected] For Immediate...

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Council Agendas for 2018-2019 Now Available!

MACNY’s 2018-2019 Council season has officially begun! We hope our council members will enjoy this year’s programming. If you are not a council member and would like more information on...

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Are You the Smartest Person in the Room?

Are You the Smartest Person in the Room? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are you the smartest person in the room? If so, you are in the wrong room....

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Energy Storage and Production Methodologies

This article does a nice job of explaining a variety of energy storage and production methodologies for those of us who are not actively engaged in the industry.  It is...

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October at MACNY

MACNY has a fall packed full of wonderful events. Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of October! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 10/2...

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Great Leader Behavior Matters – Just Ask Google

Great Leader Behavior Matters – Just Ask Google By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Companies are constantly challenged to perform at their highest level.  In today’s fast paced world, we...

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Are You Afraid of the Right Things?

Are You Afraid of the Right Things? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Back in July, I asked you What Your Fear Factor is. My email asked these two questions:...

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Strengthening the STEM Workforce Pipeline Through Outreach

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) career outreach programs play a pivotal role in shaping the capabilities and makeup of the future workforce. Generally speaking, “STEM outreach” involves organizing events,...

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Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast – Register Today!

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New York State’s Paid Family Leave (PFL) changes for 2019

The Department of Financial Services has announced the 2019 Paid Family Leave benefit amounts and employee contribution rates. More information can be found by clicking HERE.

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Life is Hard – Be Kind

Life is Hard – Be Kind By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a leader, we will encounter many people today who have serious concerns in their lives.  Most will...

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New Program Alert! The Metallurgy of Machining and Forming Processes

New Program Alert! The Metallurgy of Machining and Forming Processes; Instructor: Jim Beckman Hundreds of times each day we touch materials.  Plastics, metals, glass, and paper are all around us. ...

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Episode 64: Have You Charted the Course?

  Episode 64 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing that as leaders, we need to chart the course for our...

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Does Your Company Know About This Tax Credit?

The R&D tax credit could prove valuable for companies integrating automation.  Read more from Industry Week to help determine if you qualify.

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Episode 64: Have You Charted the Course?

Have You Charted the Course? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I love boats, and I love being out on the water. There is something about traveling on the water...

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9th Annual Manufacturing Careers Day on October 5

Partners for Education and Business, Inc. 9th Annual Manufacturing Careers Day is being held on Friday, October 5, 2018 at Lockheed Martin in Liverpool, NY at 7:30 am. We would...

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Manufacturing Matters-September 2018

Please enjoy the Fall 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read online.

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P-TECH Update

From August 13th to August 17th, the Auburn P-TECH Summer Bridge marked the beginning of another new P-TECH class. The incoming freshmen P-TECH students spent the week learning about the...

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Manage Emotions First

Manage Emotions First By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Good leaders need to have good ideas.  They also need to be able to execute on them.  This is where managing...

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Save the Date for our annual Central Upstate Manufacturing Legislative Breakfast!

Registration is now open and you can register by clicking HERE!

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Episode 63: Are You Majoring on the Minors?

  Episode 63 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of teaching the principles behind policies--rather than nitpicking--and the...

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Don’t Forget to Submit Your Transformational Leadership Award Nominations!

This year we will again recognize someone as MACNY’s Transformational Leader Award winner for 2018. The winner will be someone who embodies character, commitment, courage, competence, initiative, passion, servanthood, and generosity. ...

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Are You Majoring on the Minors?

Are You Majoring on the Minors? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When you think about your relationships with others, are you majoring on the minors? As you think about...

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A 4-Day Workweek? A Test Run Shows a Surprising Result

A New Zealand firm that let its employees work four days a week while being paid for five says the experiment was so successful that it hoped to make the...

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Good Leaders Don’t Network

Good Leaders Don’t Network By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Networking is all the rage.  Open any self-help, business advice book and it will likely tell you to network.  Don’t...

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Episode 62: When Leadership Fails

  Episode 62 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of defining reality for your team in order to...

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When Leadership Fails

When Leadership Fails By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Lately, I have been thinking about leadership failures. I have failed so many times in my more than 30 years as...

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Join us at Empire Farm Brewery for Our Annual Council Kickoff!

Join us September 18th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm for our annual council kickoff reception at Empire Farm Brewery in Cazenovia for an evening of food, drinks, and networking. The...

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Thank You for Supporting our School Supply Drive!

Thank you so much to all of our members that donated school supplies to benefit the Hillside Family of Agencies! We had an overwhelming amount of school supplies donated, we...

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September Events at MACNY

Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of September! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 9/3 - MACNY & PEB Offices Closed 9/5 - Advanced...

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What Does a Leader Do with Their Mistakes?

What Does a Leader Do with Their Mistakes? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  We all make mistakes.  We all get it wrong.  It is a fact of life.  So,...

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Episode 61: How to Influence Success

  Episode 61 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about a surefire way to improve your success. It's easier than...

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Join us for Live2Lead 2018!

What is LIVE2LEAD? LIVE2LEAD is a leader development experience designed to equip you with new perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. You’ll breathe new life into your leadership during this...

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How to Influence Success

How to Influence Success By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                                             Have you ever thought about what it takes to be successful? Have you ever wondered why some people achieve...

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ACA Affordability Percentages Will Increase for 2019

The IRS recently made changes effective January 2019 to the ACA Affordability Percentages as well as the HSA and HDHP limits. The IRS recently issued a Revenue Procedure to index...

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OSHA – 10-Hour General Industry Outreach 2 Day Training

MACNY is offering an OSHA – 10-Hour General Industry Outreach 2 Day Training on August 29 and August 30 from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm each day. This program is primarily...

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NY’s Commitment to Going Green Evident in Tompkins County

More evidence of New York's commitment to green right in our Central New York neighborhood! Read more below about how Tompkins County is leading the way to enable practical use...

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Energy Sec. Perry, Rep. Katko say FitzPatrick Nuclear Plant benefits County and Country

Republican Congressman John Katko invited Energy Secretary Rick Perry to tour the FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant in Oswego County, more than a year after the facility could have closed.

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Take Scheduled Breaks

Take Scheduled Breaks By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO In today’s hyper-fast and globally competitive world, it is easy to believe we have no time for rest.  We must keep...

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Free Training Opportunity with MVCC

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Episode 60: Reverse Inspiration

  Episode 60 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing what happens to us when we inspire others - aka the...

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Girls Coding Project camp in CNY

The STEM field has always been male dominated, but a new free camp in our region is trying to change that. The Girls Coding Project is aimed at teaching middle...

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Reverse Inspiration

Reverse Inspiration By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Years ago, when our children were still very young, several families from our church would take one Tuesday evening per month and...

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ITC Summer Bridge Program

From July 16th to July 26th, the Summer Bridge Program for the incoming 9th and 10th grade P-TECH classes were in session.  The Summer Bridge Program was designed to give...

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2018 International Manufacturing Technology Show

The 2018 International Manufacturing Technology Show, IMTS, starts on September 10th and continues through September 15th, in Chicago, Illinois.  Read more to here for yourself the emerging technologies to be...

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Slowness Kills

Slowness Kills By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We have probably all heard the phrase that “speed kills.” In business, it is slowness that kills.  When the world is accelerating,...

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Episode 59: Inspiration Point

  Episode 59 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about the importance of inspiring and encourage others. Are you being...

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Curious about the value of cobots? Read on…

“It’s not robots that create value but humans working with robots which creates more value” Continue reading to hear more insights from Ebsen Ostergard the inventor of the cobot.

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Inspiration Point

Inspiration Point By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer While listening to a podcast on my way to the office I was reminded of my favorite magazine that comes every other...

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HR Update: Background Checks

With the increase in instances of workplace violence, employers are doing their best to provide a safe workplace for their employees. One of those ways is by using background checks...

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NYSERDA Announces Procurement of Off Shore Wind

Intrigued by Cindy's newsletter article entitled, "How Can Less of a Good Thing Be Better?"? The announcement below from NYSERDA about procuring 800 MW of Off Shore Wind (OSW) is...

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Are you at Your Best?

Are You at Your Best? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Most of what a leader does is witnessed, not heard.  We go to meetings.  We interact with our teams. ...

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Episode 58: What’s Your Fear Factor

  Episode 58 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how fear could be holding your team back. If you like...

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HR Update: Wellness

Are you trying to lose weight and thinking about trying to count calories? Read more for some tips provided by Brown & Brown Empire State. As with any weight loss...

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What’s Your Fear Factor?

What’s Your Fear Factor? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever been so scared that you felt almost paralyzed? How about one of those nightmares where you tried...

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Continuous Growth is Synonymous with Continuous Improvement

Read more to learn about the growth of continuous improvement practices at Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing, Toyota Material Handling, and our very own MACNY member company The Raymond Corporation.

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MACNY Congratulates the First Apprentices from NYC Department of Small Business Services Cohort!

From our friends at Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning... Teaming Up to Register Apprenticeships Congratulations to the 11 apprentices who graduated from the first NYC Department of Small Business...

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Edition 7 of Central Upstate Mfg. – Coming Spring 2019!

MACNY is excited to announce that the next issue of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine will be released late-March 2019. This annual magazine features our membership directory and content in the...

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Leadership and Ownership

Leadership and Ownership By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Owners just act differently.  We take care of what we own so much better than if we rent something.  When it...

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Episode 57: A Life of Fulfillment

  Episode 57 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing his views on what it means to live a life...

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August at MACNY

Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of August! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 8/1 - Employee Defined Contribution Benefits Marketplace Webinar 8/1 -...

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A Life of Fulfillment

A Life of Fulfillment By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever thought about what it means to have fulfillment in life? Not success or happiness, but fulfillment.  My...

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Why was Ivanka Trump in Syracuse and What is P-TECH?

Why was Ivanka Trump in Syracuse and what is P-TECH?  P-TECH, or Pathways in Technology, is an innovative approach to education resulting in student and local economic success.  Locally, the...

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Leadership and Digital Distraction

Leadership and Digital Distraction By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We live in a connected world.  At one point, smartphones were a luxury for leaders and their teams.  Now, they...

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Episode 56: I Found My WHY!

  Episode 56 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing his personal WHY statement draft -- and how he got...

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Join us for Happy Hour!

Join us for MACNY's 3rd Annual Happy Hour! July 31, 5 - 7 PM Greenwood Winery, East Syracuse Come enjoy a drink, appetizers, and great networking! Individul Members: $10 MACNY...

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I Found My WHY!

I Found My WHY! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about one of the greatest WHY statements ever penned, “We hold these truths to be self-evident,...

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School Supply Drive to Benefit Hillside

In MACNY's continued effort to give back to the community, we are holding a school supply drive now through August 15th to benefit Hillside Family of Agencies. We are running...

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Great Leaders Focus on Relationships

Great Leaders Focus on Relationships By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO The best leaders I have ever worked with knew how to form and maintain outstanding relationships. Sure, they were...

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Episode 55: We Hold These Truths

  Episode 55 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David and Marisa are discussing what a WHY statement is. If you like...

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We Hold These Truths

We Hold These Truths By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Today is July 4th, Independence Day. Have you thought about the impact of that day 242 years ago, when 56...

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Accelerated Apprenticeship Team Visits Crown Cork & Seal

Crown Cork & Seal opened their doors to our Accelerated Apprenticeship Team working in Tioga County.  Pictured are David Goodness from WDI, Martha Ponge from MACNY, Jennifer McCullough from Working Solutions in Rome,...

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Manufactuing Matters – Summer 2018

Please enjoy the Summer 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read online.

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FuzeHub: Digitize or Die

There is currently an ever-growing opportunity for digital content creation both for external and internal trainers. All manufacturing companies should be considering a blended-learning approach when it comes to training...

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Mentors Ask Questions

Mentors Ask Questions By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Are you a good mentor?  Leaders at all levels of an organization need to be and have great mentors.  Leadership is...

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Featured Class: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect – Presenter’s Edition

David Freund presents a new offering for MACNY – Everyone Communicates, Few Connect - Presenter’s Edition.  This session will focus on presentation skills needed in your professional and personal life. ...

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Auburn P-TECH: End of Year Celebration

On May 24, the Auburn P-TECH program had their end of the year celebration for their volunteer Career Coaches.  The Career Coaches provided an important aspect of the P-TECH program...

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Episode 54: Is Overcommitment Stealing Your Productivity?

  Episode 54 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, David is sharing a scary first-hand account of what happens when we overcommit....

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Is Overcommitment Stealing Your Productivity?

Is Overcommitment Stealing Your Productivity? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                                             Last week I shared what can be accomplished if we are committed to something. It sounds so good,...

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FREE Individual Membership!

New this year, MACNY will be providing one FREE Individual Membership to all of our member companies in order to further our commitment to helping both companies and individuals thrive!...

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Harvard Business Review: Developing Young Leaders

As more and more Baby Boomers retire, American Express and Johnson & Johnson developed programs to train young leaders in their companies. American Express has developed an Accelerated Learning Development (ALD) program that includes a three-day revenue challenge...

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What I Learned While Leading a Hot Meal Program for Those in Need

What I Learned While Leading a Hot Meal Program for Those in Need By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently our team volunteered at the Samaritan Center, a community-based hot...

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Auburn P-TECH: HR Interviews

The Auburn P-TECH freshmen and sophomores finished their second of two Human Resource workshops about interviewing skills on May 17th with interviewing skills.  Amanda Sroka from Xylem led the class...

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Episode 53: The Power of Commitment

  Episode 53 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to leverage commitment to achieve your goals. If you like...

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The Power of Commitment

The Power of Commitment By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last year I was encouraged to start a podcast. I found the idea interesting, but then the doubts came. Who...

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Engineers Make Parts Out of Sugar Used in Throat Lozenges

Read more about how manufacturers are taking existing technologies into new fields….

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July at MACNY

Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of July! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 7/4 - MACNY & PEB Offices Closed 7/11 - Employee...

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Talent Economy: HR Analytics Trends

Analytics can be used to make business decisions, but analytics especially in the HR arena can help a company make the right decision when it comes to their employees. This...

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Savor The Special Moments

Savor the Special Moments By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Life will usually give us some special moments to savor – don’t miss them. This Father’s Day weekend, I will...

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Episode 52: In Your (Day) Dreams

Episode 52 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of allowing your mind to wander - it may just become...

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Girls Coding Summer Camp Presented by AT&T and CNY STEM Hub

AT&T and CNY STEM Hub Present: <Girls Coding Project> When (two weeks): July 23 - 26 & July 30 - August 2 Time: 9 - 4 PM Who: Middle and...

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In Your (Day) Dreams

In Your (Day) Dreams By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Many (many) years ago, when I was in school, I was frequently getting in trouble for daydreaming. Perhaps it was...

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People Are The Most Valuable Assets at On-Demand Manufacturer in NC

Most people think automation and high tech manufacturing eliminates jobs.  Read on to see why one NC based manufacturer says people, not their 3D printers, are their most valuable asset.

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It’s Time to Get Emotional

It’s Time to Get Emotional By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you are like me, you were taught that leaders control their emotions.  Especially while at the United States...

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College Isn’t For Everyone and That’s Okay

A Bachelor's Degree is not always the answer. Isn't it also important whether or not you are happy with your job?

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Episode 51: But it was just a thought…or so I thought.

Episode 51 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the influence negative and positive emotions have on us -- and how to...

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But it was just a thought…or so I thought.

But it was just a thought…or so I thought. By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The last several weeks have been challenging for me. I am usually a very positive...

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Central Upstate MFG. – Edition 6

MACNY is very excited to bring you the sixth edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine! In this issue we explore the interesting and inspiring topic of how goods, services, and...

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Manufacturing Matters – June 2018

Please enjoy the June 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read online.

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Why Goal Setting Matters

Why Goal Setting Matters By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Our world is moving fast – to the future.  It is a fact of life.  How are we to respond? ...

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Episode 50: Why Didn’t I Do It?

Episode 50 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing self-discipline and several tactics each of us can use to help gain more...

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Happy Hour at Greenwood Winery!

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Why Didn’t I Do It?

Why Didn’t I Do It? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are there things that you know you should do, but just don’t? Are there changes you would like to...

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In a World of Technology Growth, It’s Our Humanness That Will Stand Out

In a World of Technology Growth, It’s Our Humanness That Will Stand Out You will hear me and many others talk about the speed of technology growth.  It is a...

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Episode 49: Are You Learning Alone

Episode 49 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the power of finding learning partners and how learning is dramatically improved when...

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Are You Learning Alone?

Are You Learning Alone? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer John Maxwell’s Law of the Lid states that our teams and our organizations cannot grow beyond our level of knowledge...

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Are you missing out on a FREE Individual Membership?

New this year, MACNY will be providing one FREE Individual Membership to all of our member companies in order to further our commitment to helping both companies and individuals thrive!...

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Free this week only! Download Present-Future Leader Today!

A message from MACNY President & CEO, Randy Wolken: WHAT IS A PRESENT-FUTURE LEADER? In my new book, Present-Future Leader: How to Thrive in Today's Economy, I define the Present-Future...

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Portland, Oregon’s Ingenious Way of Producing Electricity from the City Water System

Read more below about how Portland, Oregon is using their city water system to produce electricity using gravity fed water from downhill water pipes.

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Auburn P-TECH: Resume Writing Activity

On May 5th, the Auburn P-TECH Program students worked on resume writing to begin planning for their future entry into the workforce.  Lydia Patti Ruffini from Xylem prepared an extensive...

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Special Announcement!

Are You Making a Difference? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Everyone I know wants to be making a difference – in both small and larger ways.  Are you making...

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Episode 48: Have You Found a Partner?

Episode 48 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the criteria of a true partnership. We all know that a journey traveled...

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Have You Found a Partner?

Have You Found a Partner? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Life isn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes it’s downright tough. Things often go much better when you have a...

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June at MACNY!

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of June! For the most up-to-date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events. 6/1 - "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" Mastermind (Individual...

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Financial Wellness & Physical Wellness Go Hand in Hand (Brown & Brown Empire State)

Financial wellness is just as important as physical wellness.  Stress caused by financial issues can affect your well-being as much as an unhealthy lifestyle.  Read more from our friends at...

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Where Does a Leader Turn for Help?

Where Does a Leader Turn for Help? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders need more help than ever.  What they are responsible for continues to grow as the environment...

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Episode 47: What’s Your Capacity?

Episode 47 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how making just a few adjustments in our lives can greatly impact the...

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What’s Your Capacity?

What’s Your Capacity? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer A few years ago I purchased a new car and I am annoyed by its limited fuel capacity. I want a...

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Start your engines!

MACNY is excited to announce a very special appearance at our Annual Dinner, compliments of our gracious Reception Sponsor and new MACNY member, Watkins Glen International! Join us at our...

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Let’s Organize an Event Like this One in Central New York! Can We Count on You to Help?

Events like the one recently held in Western New York by our partners at MAST have had marked success in raising the awareness of careers in manufacturing.  Read more below...

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Manufacturing Matters – May 2018

Please enjoy the May 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Click here to read online.

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IRS Update: Reduction to the Maximum Contribution Limit for HSA Accounts

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released, on March 5, 2018, a reduction to the maximum contribution limit for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for 2018. The new limit for those with...

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Culture Trumps Strategy

Culture Trumps Strategy By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Increasingly, an organization’s culture is more important than its strategy. At some level, this was always the case.  However, today it...

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Episode 46: Have You Outlived Your Usefulness?

Episode 46 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing the importance of stretching ourselves and living beyond mediocrity. If you like what...

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ICYMI: Virginia county’s ‘signing day’ celebrates seniors heading to jobs, not college (Today)

Most of us are familiar with "signing days" for college selection, but how about celebrating high school seniors heading directly into the workforce thanks to Career and Technical Education programs?...

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Have You Outlived Your Usefulness?

Have You Outlived Your Usefulness? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                             I was recently teaching a class on the “15 Invaluable Laws of Growth” by John Maxwell for a...

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Registration is now open for MACNY’s 21st Annual Golf Tournament!

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PEB’s Annual Awards Program & 25th Anniversary Celebration

Join Partners for Education & Business for their Annual Awards Program and 25th Anniversary Celebration! PEB will once again recognize outstanding students, programs, partnerships, mentors, businesses and community members...

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Auburn P-TECH Job Shadows: Bo-Mer Plastics & Currier Plastics

It was another big day on April 5th as the Auburn P-TECH juniors took part in their job shadows at Bo-Mer Plastics and Currier Plastics.  As part of the P-TECH...

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What Do Leaders Do When They Are Exhausted?

What Do Leaders Do When They Are Exhausted? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders get exhausted and run down.  Why? They are people too.  They have home responsibilities, relationships...

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2018 Milestone Award Recipients

Each year at our Annual Dinner celebration, we like to take a moment to recognize our member companies celebrating exciting milestone anniversaries. This year we will be honoring the following...

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Episode 45: Lessons From Max

Episode 45 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're reflecting on people who have spoken into their lives in a profound way. If...

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Lessons from Max

Lessons From Max By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer             Do you know people who have spoken into your life so profoundly that they seem to have been bigger than life?...

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Syracuse P-TECH Job Shadows: United Radio

The Syracuse P-TECH Program freshmen visited United Radio on April 4th.  The students were amazed to learn about all the things United Radio does - from two-way radios and repairing...

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Managing Setbacks

Managing Setbacks By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO It is so hard to be a leader today.  Really – it is more difficult than ever.  Why? We must live with...

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Episode 44: Is your passion gone?

Episode 44 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about passion--what it is, how we feel when we lack passion, how we...

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Is Your Passion Gone?

Is Your Passion Gone? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When was the last time you woke up in the morning and couldn’t wait to get out of bed? When...

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The Future and Why We May Miss the Exit!

Essential industries like manufacturing are desperate for people who use their hands and their minds. Why are we having such a hard time finding these people?

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May at a Glance

Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of May! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 5/1 - Advanced B2B Consultative Selling 5/1, 5/8,...

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Get Away to Get Ahead

Get Away to Get Ahead By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do you ever feel like you are caught up?  Many I meet do not.  The treadmill seems to move...

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Episode 43: Go ahead, eat it. I dare you!

Episode 43 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how to beat procrastination and accomplish more. If you like what you...

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Go ahead, eat it. I dare you!

Go ahead, eat it. I dare you! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Mark Twain once said that if the first thing you do each morning is eat a live...

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When Do You Create the Future?

When Do You Create the Future? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO The future does not just happen.  As a leader, you must actively spend time creating the future –...

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Episode 42: A Bridge to Nowhere

Episode 42 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes | Google Play | PodBean This week's episode was inspired by a quote from David's father: "I've crossed so many bridges only to find...

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A Bridge to Nowhere

A Bridge to Nowhere By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer “I’ve crossed so many bridges only to find that there wasn’t a stream.” This quote came from my dad in...

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Legacies in Manufacturing: A Conversation with Wall of Fame Inductees

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, announces Bill Allyn, former Chairman of the Board of Welch Allyn and Arnie Rubenstein, Chairman of the Board of United Radio will be joining moderator...

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CMTC: “If the co-founder of Apple can get rid of his fear of robots taking over, why can’t you?”

Click below to discover the three biggest myths about advanced robotics in manufacturing.

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Manufacturing Matters – April 2018

Please enjoy the April 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story MACNY Announces 2018 Innovator of the Year Page 3 | President's Message We Need...

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Leaders Are People Too

Leaders Are People Too By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Sometimes we can forget that our leaders are people too.  They have feelings, concerns, and experiences like everyone else.  They...

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Reminder: Take Advantage of Your Free Training Classes!

Are you an Individual Member with MACNY? If so, don't forget that one of the great benefits of your membership is access to a suite of core training classes at...

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Episode 41: The Ballerina

Episode 41 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're talking about one of the very important roles a leader has in any organization....

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Americans agree that future manufacturing jobs will…

The outlook for manufacturing is moving in a very positive direction. Read more to see how the perception of manufacturing is changing right along with the advancing technologies.

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The Ballerina

The Ballerina By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever wondered about the specific role men play in the ballet? Why are they there? What is their purpose? In...

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Syracuse P-TECH Job Shadow Day at Dupli and Nixon Gear

As the P-TECH students are preparing themselves for their internships and entering the workforce, part of that process is researching companies in the Syracuse area.  On Wednesday, March 14th, the...

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Leading Through Adversity

Leading Through Adversity By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders are most tested when leading their teams and organizations through adversity.  Time and time again I get to see leadership...

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Albany Business Review: Manufacturers lobby for 0 percent income tax rate during visit to Capitol

In case you missed it: this past week MACNY and The Manufacturers Alliance of New York organized a lobby day in Albany. Click "read more" below to view an article...

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Episode 40: Excuse Me, But It’s Not About You!

Episode 40 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're talking about an often-overlooked leadership topic: mindfulness. We're looking at the benefits of mindfulness,...

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Here’s why mom always said to play nice with others…

Read more from Getting Smart to find out how collaboration or partnering is popping up in all facets of life.

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Excuse Me, But It’s Not About You!

Excuse Me, But It’s Not About You! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                                             Recently I was reflecting on an experience I once had with one of my bosses. It...

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The Daily Gazette: Apprenticeship program designed to boost manufacturing workforce

MACNY has partnered with The Center for Economic Growth (CEG) to bring The Manufacturing Intermediary Apprenticeship Program to the Capital Region. Read more from the Daily Gazette about how this program...

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April at a Glance

Don’t miss these great offerings in the month of April! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 4/4 - Business Development Council: Cayuga Milk Ingredients...

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Which Moments Do You Remember?

Which Moments Do You Remember? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Think back over the last few years.  Which moments do you remember?  Most of us remember celebrations, hard challenges,...

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MACNY Partners with CEG To Bring First Intermediary Apprenticeship Program To Capital Region

MACNY is so excited to be partnering with the Center for Economic (CEG) to bring the first intermediary apprenticeship program to the Capital Region!

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Episode 39: Please Just Stop

Episode 39 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode I'm discussing the importance and benefits of taking time away to recharge. If you like...

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MACNY Announces Keith Waltz of The Fulton Companies as 2018 Innovator of the Year

MACNY ANNOUNCES KEITH R. WALTZ OF THE FULTON COMPANIES AS INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER Waltz to be recognized at MACNY’s 105th Annual Dinner Syracuse, New York- MACNY, The...

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3/14: Finance Council Event on Corporate Growth has been CANCELLED due to weather

This morning's Finance Council Event on Corporate Growth has been CANCELLED due to weather. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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We might be on the right path, but there is still a long way to go…

Apprenticeship in the U.S. is growing, but currently, only 35% of the 505,000 registered apprentices are working in advanced manufacturing.  Read more to see who is jumping on the apprenticeship...

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Please Just Stop!

Please Just Stop! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Sometimes we simply need to stop. Working harder and longer isn’t always the answer. Sometimes you must stop, disconnect, and rest....

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HR Update: New Standard for Unpaid Interns

The Department of Labor has announced New Standard for Unpaid Interns. Get the details here.

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CNY STEM Job Shadow Day

On February 2nd, nine businesses in Central New York welcomed high school students into their workplace to preview the jobs and working environment within their company.   Each company structured their...

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Leaders Must Give Hope

Leaders Must Give Hope By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders must be primary givers of hope.  In today’s world filled with plenty of things to worry about, we look...

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Episode 38: Watch Out!!!

Episode 38 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing blind spots - what they are, how to identify them, and what you...

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WATCH OUT!!!!

WATCH OUT!!!! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It was a mid-December evening, about ten minutes after 5 PM, and I had a tough day. Lots of meetings, and a...

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OSHA Update: Safety Walk-Arounds for Managers

OSHA’s new fact sheet, Safety Walk-Arounds for Managers, provides suggestions for conducting inspections that can help you evaluate the effectiveness of your current safety & health efforts. View the fact...

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Smile – It Can Make You More Successful

Smile – It Can Make You More Successful By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Did you know that smiling can make you more successful?  I’m here to tell you that...

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Episode 37: Level Five – From Success to Significance

Episode 37 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing the fifth and final level of leadership: the pinnacle. Listen in to learn...

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EEO-1 Filing Deadline: 3/31/18

The Employer Information EEO-1 (Standard Form 100) is collected annually under the authority of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. 2000e, et. Seq., as amended. ...

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Level Five – From Success to Significance

Level Five – From Success to Significance By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we looked into Level 4 of John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership, People Development. I...

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For Immediate Release: Senate Majority Unveils 2018 Jobs and Opportunity Agenda

CONTACT: Scott Reif, Maureen Wren (518) 455-2264 FOR RELEASE: Immediate, Tuesday, February 13, 2018 http://www.nysenate.gov SENATE MAJORITY UNVEILS 2018 JOBS AND OPPORTUNITY AGENDA Second Part of the “Blueprint for a...

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Clean Energy & The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management

Given that New York State is committed to Clean Energy, this Federal agency is more important that one might have thought.   New York is very much in the purview of...

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Manufacturing Matters – March 2018

Please enjoy the March 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story MACNY Announces Greg Owens & Kirk Wardell as 2018 Manufacturers Wall of Fame...

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Kilian Manufacturing Hosts P-TECH Freshmen Students

Kilian Manufacturing Hosts P-TECH Freshmen Students P-TECH 9th-grade students visited Kilian Manufacturing on Friday, February 9th. They first had a PowerPoint presentation that gave a brief history of the company,...

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Slow Down – To Be Creative

Slow Down – to Be Creative By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We are constantly encouraged to move quickly.  Moving fast and constantly has become the way we are instructed...

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CNY STEM Scholars Program – Deadline: 2/28

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Episode 36: Level 4 – Breaking Free to Greater Success

Episode 36 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing the fourth level of leadership: people development. We will be looking at the...

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Announcement: 2018 Wall of Fame Inductees

MACNY ANNOUNCES GREGORY OWENS & KIRK WARDELL AS 2018 MANUFACTURERS WALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Winners to Be Inducted to Wall of Fame at MACNY’s 105th Annual Dinner Syracuse, New York-...

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Level Four – Breaking Free to Greater Success

Level Four - Breaking Free to Greater Success By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we continued with our look into John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership, and we...

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Attention Skillsoft Users: New Upgrades for MACNY Portal

Attention members who access Skillsoft through MACNY: Effective 2/1, a major platform upgrade has been implemented. When you log in, things will look a bit different. To view the quick...

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Telecommuting

Telecommuting sounds like a great idea to most employees but there are some things employees and employers should consider. Click "read more" below for some insights from Brown & Brown...

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ToolingU – SME: Business Intermediary Is Leading the Way with Apprenticeship Solutions for the ‘Silver Tsunami’

This month, Martha Ponge, MACNY's Director of Apprenticeship, blogged for our partner, ToolingU-SME. In her post she discusses how we're working with our partners to lead the way with apprenticeship...

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Thank you, NYPA!

It makes us proud to be New Yorkers when we see "us" reaching out to help those in need. Thank you, NYPA and then entire team that is supporting the...

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Leaders Never Go It Alone

Leaders Never Go It Alone By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO There is a great myth in most of the leadership stories you read in the popular press. The myth...

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Join us for Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany!

At this year’s Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany, participants will be networking, addressing specific policy issues and topics that impact the State’s manufacturing sector, and influencing Albany legislators through...

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Episode 35: Level 3 – Hitting Your Stride

Episode 35 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing the third level of leadership: production. We will be looking at the upsides,...

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Level 3 – Hitting Your Stride

Level 3 - Hitting Your Stride By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we continued with our look into John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership, and we discussed Level...

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AMO Higlights Reel – Check It Out!

The Advanced Manufacturing Office is the only technology development office within the U.S. Government dedicated to improving the energy and material efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness of manufacturing. Let’s take a...

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Today the World is Your Market

Today the World is Your Market By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Every manufacturer now has the opportunity to sell to the global market.  Small, medium, and large manufacturers are...

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A Central NY Treasure: Mentoring with Jim Beckman

We in Central New York are blessed to have tremendous resources in our manufacturing community. Among those resources is a real treasure, Jim Beckman. Jim has agreed to partner with MACNY...

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Auburn P-TECH Visits Volpi USA

On January 4th the Auburn P-TECH* class participated in an industry visit to Volpi USA.  Volpi specializes in medical and diagnostic support systems.  In the beginning of the visit the...

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March at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of March! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 3/1 - Root Cause Analysis / Corrective Action...

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Episode 34: Level 2 – Listen, Observe, and Prepare for What’s Next

Episode 34 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing the second level of leadership: permission. We will be looking at the upsides,...

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Level 2 – Listen, Observe, and Prepare for What’s Next

Level 2 – Listen, Observe, and Prepare for What’s Next By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I introduced John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership, and we discussed level...

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Preventing Workplace Harassment

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has outlined some recommendations to prevent and respond to sexual harassment and other harassment in the workplace. Click "read more" below for a compliance...

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Free Event: 5 Ways Manufacturers Find New Customers with Digital Marketing

            Join us for a FREE 60 - minute Breakfast and Learn session with Advance Media NY to learn 5 Ways Manufacturers Find New...

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Employers Have Been Saying This For a Long Time

It is no surprise to employers that entry level employees are not always ready or well prepared for the world of work. Read more from EdSurge to find out some...

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Manufacturing Matters – February 2018

Please enjoy the February 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story New Location Announced for MACNY's 105th Annual Dinner Page 3 | President's Message Manufacturing...

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Are You Changing Daily?

Are You Changing Daily? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Recently, I spoke to the students of SUNY Morrisville.  I briefed them on the economy and what the future holds...

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Episode 33: Take Your Leadership to the Next Level

Episode 33 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're kicking off our five week series focused on John Maxwell's 5 Levels of Leadership....

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Nominate your pick for the 2018 Manufacturing Innovator of the Year Award!

Nominations are now be collected for MACNY's 2018 Manufacturing Innovator of the Year Award, sponsored by Corning, Inc. This award, in its seventh year, will recognize the innovative talents of...

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Take Your Leadership to the Next Level

Take Your Leadership to the Next Level By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In 2011, John Maxwell released one of his bestselling books The Five Levels of Leadership. If you...

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Video Testimonial for Everyone Communicates, Few Connect

Everyone Communicates, Few Connect is one of MACNY's newer offerings that is designed to teach you how to identify with people and relate to others in a way that increases...

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How Do You Do the Impossible?

How Do You Do the Impossible? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Doing what seems impossible is a large part of being a leader today.  What was once impossible has...

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Episode 32: The Half-Truth of Employee Engagement

Episode 32 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode we're discussing employee engagement--and how to improve it. With less than a third of employees...

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The Half-Truth of Employee Engagement

The Half-Truth of Employee Engagement By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I have been thinking about how growth and professional development influence employee engagement. Clearly, employee engagement is a...

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Tickets Now Available for MACNY’s 105th Annual Dinner

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Annual Dinner Save the Date – Announce new location

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Auburn P-TECH November Activity Update

In November, the activity for the Auburn P-TECH students was to make a catapult out of pencils, rubber bands, and a plastic spoon.  The goal was to be able to...

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When and Where Are You Able to Find Quiet?

When and Where Are You Able to Find Quiet? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  Are you able to find time to be quiet?  If so, where and when do...

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Episode 31: When Things Go Wrong

Episode 31 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're discussing how to deal when things go wrong or when plans fail. If you like...

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ICYMI: Regional Economic Plan is Making a Difference in CNY

Regional Economic Plan is Making a Difference in CNY By: Randy Wolken, President and CEO of MACNY, Co-Chair of Regional Economic Development Councl of Central New York Originally published on...

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When Things Go Wrong

When Things Go Wrong By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As much as we would like to plan and lay out our lives, things at times just go wrong. I...

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Maker City Madness in California

Freemont, California plans is to become a Maker City.  Learn more about the Maker Movement as one city plans to create a Maker City to support the Advanced Manufacturers in...

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February at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of February! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 2/1: ISO 9001:2015 Transition Implementation 2/1:  HR Council:...

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For Immediate Release: Following Release of Bipartisan Infrastructure Report, Rep. Katko & CNY Transportation Stakeholders Highlight Importance of Infrastructure Investment Locally

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                            CONTACT: Erin O’Connor January 11, 2018 FOLLOWING RELEASE OF BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE REPORT, REP. KATKO & CENTRAL NEW YORK TRANSPORTATION STAKEHOLDERS HIGHLIGHT IMPORTANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT LOCALLY  SYRACUSE,...

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Do You Know Where You Are?

Do You Know Where You Are? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  In order for you to create your future – and a plan to begin to get there –...

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Episode 30: Let’s Start Smarter

Episode 30 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking setting SMARTER goals using Michael Hyatt's goal setting framework. If you like what you...

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Let’s Start Smarter

Let’s Start Smarter By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer                                                                                                                             We are now well into the new year, and it’s high time I get back to those goals we were...

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It’s Time to Rethink “Career Ready” after High School

Read more to learn how one Georgetown Professor’s ideas about changes that need to be made in the U.S. education system to better prepare our children for careers directly out...

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Do You Have A New Year’s Resolution?

Do You Have New Year’s Resolutions? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Each year millions of Americans make a resolution for the new year.  Only eight percent are kept.  In...

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Episode 29: One More Thing Before We Start

Episode 29 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about the importance of having meaning and purpose in your life--a critical aspect of...

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One More Thing Before We Start

One More Thing Before We Start By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we spoke about your life being a great story waiting to be written. I referenced a...

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Manufacturing Matters – January 2018

Please enjoy the January 2018 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story MACNY Expands Widewaters Office Page 3 | President's Message Mentoring is at the...

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What Do You Want in 2018?

What Do You Want in 2018? The new year is upon us.  Like most, I ask, where did 2017 go?  The year went way too fast for me!  But, now...

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Minimum Wage Increase as of 12/31/17

Minimum wage as for the majority of NY State is $10.40 as of 12/31/17.  Below is a link for minimum wage information for NYC – Small and Large Employers, Long...

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Episode 28: Are You Ready?

Episode 28 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking more about how to prepare for 2018 and making your life a great story....

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Are You Ready?

Are You Ready? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer There are only 363 shopping days until Christmas! Sorry I couldn’t resist. However, we are only a few days away from...

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How Buffalo is Addressing the Skills Gap

“Manufacturing has more older workers than almost any other industry in the region, and the smallest proportion of younger workers.”  They call it the “Silver Tsunami.”  Read more to see...

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Are You Happy?

Are You Happy? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As we close another year, it is important to take stock of our lives.  We need to ask ourselves if we...

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Episode 27: Christmas Memories

Episode 27 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're really getting into the Holiday Spirit and talking about Christmas memories and traditions. If you...

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New York State Paid Family Leave takes effect 1/1/2018

The New York State Paid Family Leave takes effect 1/1/2018.  Below is a link for information for Employers, Employees and Health Care Providers. https://www.ny.gov/programs/new-york-state-paid-family-leave

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Christmas Memories

Christmas Memories By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In just a few short days it will be Christmas. The purpose of my email this week is to encourage you to...

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January at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of January! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 1/1 - MACNY & PEB Offices Closed...

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CNY STEM Job Shadow Day – February 2, 2018

A special opportunity to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) careers in CNY. On February 2, 2018, Central New York will participate in the regions second CNY STEM...

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Cleaner Environment AND More Energy

Here is a technology that instead of killing two birds with one stone, it actually could save two birds with one stone.  Cleaner environment AND more energy.

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Are You Making Connections?

Are You Making Connections? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  Leaders require relationships with others.  To lead successfully means you are able to capture the hearts of others and move...

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Episode 26: Start Smart by Looking Backwards

Episode 26 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about the importance of reflection when planning goals for the New Year. If you...

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Start Smart by Looking Backwards

Start Smart by Looking Backwards By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I love this time of year for many reasons. I just love the Holidays! I begin listening to Christmas...

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Innovative Ways to Invest in Your Employees

“Apprenticeship programs are not short term fixes - they don't pay dividends for several years; employers MUST take the long view.”  Read more to see some innovative ways that organizations...

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Google Doing Significant Work in Alternative Energy Technologies

Google is doing significant work in leading edge alternative energy technologies.  It matters to our members because they are locating a spin off company focused on geotherm in the Capital...

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Are You a Great Collaborator?

Are You a Great Collaborator? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO One of the critical skills for leaders and team members is collaboration.  However, in my experience, it is one...

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Episode 25: Pick Your Pain…Now or Later

Episode 25 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about embracing "pain" and moving forward into action. You will not want to miss...

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Pick Your Pain…Now or Later

Pick Your Pain…Now or Later By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever noticed that there are things that we know we should do, but we just don’t seem...

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Individual Member Exclusive: “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” Mastermind

Here at MACNY we are always searching for ways to provide more value to our Individual Members—especially in the arena of professional development and personal growth. We are pleased to...

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Are You Available?

Are You Available? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a leader or team member, are you present and available when the need arises?  The speed of business has never...

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Episode 24: You Didn’t Ask.

Episode 24 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about the importance of asking the right questions. If you like what you hear,...

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You Didn’t Ask.

You Didn’t Ask. By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer When I was young and in school, I rarely asked questions. Consequently, unless someone else asked the questions I had, I...

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Growing Jobs in the U.S. by Filling The Skilled Labor Funnel

Businesspeople in Sales and Marketing have been “filling their funnel” with sales prospects since the day they started their jobs.  It always takes a lot of potential prospects at the...

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Did you know Individual Members receive 10% most training?

Did you know that Individual Members receive an additional 10% off just about all of MACNY's training offerings? We offer a variety of training opportunities which can be found at...

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Episode 23: Are You Grateful?

Episode 23 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how an attitude of gratitude can dramatically improve your quality of life--and how...

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Are you grateful?

Are You Grateful? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you taken the time lately to be grateful or are you too busy running here and there in search of...

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What Makes A Great Leader?

What Makes A Great Leader? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  We all know good leaders.  They are everywhere we look.  They are at our schools, in our communities, and...

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Are You Resilient?

Are You Resilient? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a leader, are you resilient?  Do you stay committed to accomplishing the task at-hand despite the obstacles?  Do you have...

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Statement from MACNY Regarding House Tax Reform Proposal

For Immediate Release: November 16, 2017 Karyn Burns, (315) 317-3402 or [email protected] STATEMENT FROM MACNY, THE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION REGARDING HOUSE TAX REFORM PROPOSAL November 16, 2017 MACNY – The Manufacturers...

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Central Upstate Mfg. Magazine: Edition 5

MACNY is pleased to bring you the fifth edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine. In this issue we explore the interesting and inspiring topic of legacies. Legacies are what have sustained...

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Episode 22: Stop the merry-go-round, it’s time to get off.

Episode 22 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how you can change your natural tendency to worry. If you like what...

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Stop the merry-go-round, it’s time to get off.

Stop the merry-go-round, it’s time to get off. By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer You arrive home expecting to see your loved one’s car in the garage, and it’s not...

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Are You Addressing the Creativity Challenge?

Are You Addressing the Creativity Challenge? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO In a fast-changing economy, creating and re-creating products and services is at the heart of a thriving business...

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Syracuse.com: High school students tour North Syracuse plant as part of manufacturing month

More than 300 high school students visited SRCTec, LLC, in North Syracuse Oct. 6 as part of Manufacturing Month. What they — and the officials, leaders, parents, mentors and others...

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December at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of December! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 12/1 - "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership"...

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Episode 21: Do you know what’s in front of you?

Episode 21 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how to change your perspective on obstacles. Sometimes it can be hard to...

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Do you know what’s in front of you?

Do you know what’s in front of you? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever walked over a bridge and looked down at the water flowing beneath you?...

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NYS Paid Family Leave goes into effect 1/1/2018

NYS Paid Family Leave goes into effect on 1/1/2018.  The following is a link for a Fact Sheet outlining the basics of the leave. https://www.ny.gov/sites/ny.gov/files/atoms/files/PaidFamilyLeave_BusinessOwnerFactSheet.pdf 

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ICYMI: Martha Ponge featured in Oswego County Business

Click below to read Filling in the 'Skills Gap' featuring Martha Ponge, MACNY's Director of Apprenticeship.

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Auburn P-TECH October Activity Recap

The Auburn P-TECH program had a great time with this month’s activity: exploding bags.  Auburn students and their career coaches were given the task of creating enough carbon dioxide to...

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Empowering Women Leaders in STEM

A group of professional women in STEM fields visited PEB at MACNY recently to discuss women in STEM. Coordinated by the International Center of Syracuse and sponsored by the U.S....

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Leaders Listen

Leaders Listen By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Listening has become one of the key skillsets for leaders at all levels of successful businesses today.  To be a great leader...

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Upcoming Government Relations Issue Series Events

Government Relations Issue Series: Senator Pamela Helming at Currier Plastics - Monday, November 13, 2017 Join MACNY Members and Senator Pamela Helming for an afternoon at Currier Plastics in...

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Episode 20: It’s So Noisy

Episode 20 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about leveraging the power of solitude to strengthen leadership skills. If you like what...

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It’s So Noisy

It’s So Noisy By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever noticed how noisy it gets? It seems as though there is noise all the time. There was an...

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P-TECH Bucket Tower Project

On October 3rd, the Syracuse P-TECH freshmen teamed up with 18 Career Coaches to work on a design challenge: the Bucket Tower Project. Using straws, tape, and a plastic cup, each...

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NYS Paid Family Leave begins 1/1/18

New York State Paid Family Leave is beginning on January 1, 2018. Are you ready? MACNY wants you to be prepared so we encourage you to review the "how it...

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Get excited! New training coming soon for Individual Members!

Beginning in 2018, Individual Members will have access to a variety of training opportunities at no cost! The following classes will be offered: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect Becoming a Person...

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A Leader Must Have A Compelling Vision

A Leader Must Have a Compelling Vision By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO The difference between being a leader and a manager is vision.  To truly be a leader you...

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Episode 19: Are you a filler or a dipper?

Episode 19 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about filling the buckets of others--which in turn, fills our own buckets. It's not...

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Are You a Filler or a Dipper?

Are You a Filler or a Dipper? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I heard that my grandson came home from school and told his mom that “we all...

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Green Energy’s Health and Environmental Impacts

A note from Cindy Oehmigen: Having just returned from a trip to Europe, I was struct by the significant visibility of solar panels throughout the countryside.  On top of many warehouses,...

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Is Your Company Looking For the Elusive Millennial In Manufacturing?

Many companies are asking me the same question over and over.  “How do I attract young people to jobs in manufacturing?”  Supply Chain Management Review has some great suggestions on...

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Are You a Positive Leader?

Are You a Positive Leader? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Being a positive leader in our fast-changing and often chaotic world has become a competitive advantage.  It is far...

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Episode 18: Keys to Success

Episode 18 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about keys to success. We've got several tips to share that will help you...

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Congratulations, Randy Wolken!

EMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCES MACNY PRESIDENT & CEO RANDY WOLKEN TO BE APPOINTED CO-CHAIR OF CNYREDC IN 2018 Empire State Development today announced that Randy Wolken, President & CEO of...

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Keys to Success

Keys to Success By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever wondered if there is a secret to being successful? So many people say they want to be successful...

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November at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of November! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 11/1: Business Development Council: Parker's Pure Maple 11/3:...

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What is 21st Century Leadership?

What is 21st Century Leadership? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Has leadership changed in this century?  Do we need to lead differently than before?  These are constant questions I...

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Episode 17: Are you likable?

Episode 17 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about likability. Are you likable? Would most people around you agree? Listen in for...

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Are You Likable?

Are You Likable? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Seriously, are you a likable person? I know that sounds like a strange question, but have you ever thought about it?...

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WCNY Recognizes PEB’s Joe Vargo as an American Graduate Champion

American Graduate: Let’s Make It Happen is public media’s long-term commitment, made possible by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB,) to address the dropout crisis and to build community capacity...

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Have You Tuned In Yet?

On a recent trip to New Jersey to participate in the New Jersey Institute of Technology  Apprenticeship Accelerator, Martha Ponge, MACNY's Director of Apprenticeship, was introduced to Manufacturing Talk Radio....

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Are you ready for the future? Well, it’s now!

Are you ready for the future?  Well, it’s now! By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO The largest present – and future - workforce is comprised of millennials. However, most organizations...

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Episode 16: Why Is He So Annoying?!

Episode 16 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about using DiSC behavioral profiles to understand how to best communicate with others. If...

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Why Is He So Annoying?!

Why Is He So Annoying?! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever noticed that some people are just plain annoying? You know that person, they just come into...

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Holiday Calendar, Vacation Scheduler, and Attendance Controller: Now Available!

Each year MACNY provides members with a three-year holiday calendar, vacation scheduler and attendance controller to use within their organizations. The updated copies are not available. See below for the...

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Manufacturing Matters – October 2017

Please enjoy the October 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story October is New York State Manufacturing Month. How Will You Celebrate? Page 3...

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Are You Afraid?

Are You Afraid? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Are you afraid?  If not, you probably are not yet risking enough.  Fear is a natural reaction to the mystery we...

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Ephesus Lighting–An Integral Partner in the P-TECH Program

Ephesus Lighting has been involved in the Syracuse P-TECH Program for the past several years. Many of their employees share their time with P-TECH students through mentoring, project-based learning exercises,...

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Episode 15: Do you know what you want?

Episode 15 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how to figure out what you really, really want. If you like what...

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Do you know what you want?

Do you know what you want? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It’s easier to find something when you know what you are looking for. Have you ever noticed that...

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MACNY Congratulates Craig Avalone of CHA for National Recognition

MACNY has had the privilege of partnering with CHA consulting on outreach efforts for NYSERDA.  We are pleased to be able to congratulate Craig Avalone, one of CHA’s engineers, on...

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How Much Time Do You Really Have?

How Much Time Do You Really Have? By Randy Wolken, President & CEO I hear it nearly every day.  People tell me they are “busy,” “overwhelmed,” “running with their hair-on-fire”...

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Available Now: 2017-2018 Council Agendas

MACNY's 2017-2018 has officially begun! We hope our council members will enjoy this year's programming. If you are not a council member and would like more information on councils please...

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Martha Ponge speaks at “Making The Case For Apprenticeship” – View the report

Making The Case for Apprenticeship: click here to view the report.

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Episode 14: My Resources

Episode 14 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, David shares his favorite resources that have helped him in his professional and personal development. Listen...

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Syracuse P-TECH Juniors Gain Summer Employment Opportunities With Some of the Program’s Business Partners

Syracuse P-TECH Juniors Gain Summer Employment Opportunities With Some of the Program's Business Partners In addition to the credit-bearing summer internships some of the P-TECH juniors participated in, four P-TECH...

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My Resources

My Resources By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer People have asked if I would share the resources I have found that have helped me on my path of growth, so...

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Apprenticeship may not be THE answer, but is most definitely an answer.

Apprenticeship may not be THE answer, but is most definitely an answer. Read more to find out how countries like the UK are utilizing government funding in a new and unique way...

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Free Occupational Safety & Health Assistance

The New York State Department of Labor offers employers free occupational safety and health assistance through their On-Site Consultation Program. For more information on the program, please visit: https://labor.ny.gov/workerprotection/safetyhealth/DOSH_ONSITE_CONSULTATION.shtm

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How Much Control Do You Really Have?

How Much Control Do You Really Have? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We all like to believe we have a lot of control.  But, how much do we really...

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October at a Glance

Don't miss these great offerings in the month of October! For the most up to date listing, visit our events calendar at www.macny.org/events 10/3: ISO 9001:2015 Transition Implementation 10/3, 10/10,...

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Episode 13: I Forgot the Anchor!

Episode 13 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about how you can use anchors to maintain position when the storms of life...

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I Forgot the Anchor!

I Forgot the Anchor! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It was a mid-June day and it was quite windy.  We had just installed all the floorboards in our old...

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MACNY’s Transformational Leadership Award – Nominate today!

MACNY Members: John Maxwell often says “everything rises and falls on leadership.” As a member of the John Maxwell Team, I whole heartedly agree with John. Leadership is the catalyst...

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Indefinite Delay of the New Wage & Hour Components of the EEO-1 Report

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has indefinitely delayed implementation of the new wage and hour components of the EEO-1 Report. The EEOC will continue to use the same...

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When was the last time you admitted you were wrong?

When was the last time you admitted you were wrong? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO I had set my morning schedule.  I was in Philadelphia and I had left...

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Episode 12: Help! I Am Trapped Under a Diminisher.

Episode 12 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about what you can do if you're working for a diminisher. It's easier than...

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Manufacturing Matters – September 2017

Please enjoy the September 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul Supports CNY STEM and PEB Page 3 | President's...

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Help! I Am Trapped Under a Diminisher.

Help! I Am Trapped Under a Diminisher. By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer  As much as we would love to think every boss is a Multiplier, it’s simply not true....

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Earning While in School – An Innovative New Training Program at Ohio State

Earning While in School - An Innovative New Training Program at Ohio State It seems like Ohio State is on the top of the AP list for Collegiate Football every...

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Which is more important – technology or talent?

Which is more important – technology or talent? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders today are grappling with just how important talent and technology are to their organizations’ success. ...

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Join us for: Industry 4.0 Digital Marketing

How Manufacturing Marketers Can Optimize Industry 4.0 Opportunities “The Fourth Industrial Revolution will offer remarkable opportunities -- and challenges.  It’s time to get ready for them so we can thrive...

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Episode 11: Are you leading as a Multiplier?

Episode 11 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we're talking about Multipliers (the opposite of the Diminishers we talked about in Episode 10), the...

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Are you leading as a Multiplier?

Are you leading as a Multiplier? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I have read that after meeting with British Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone, you would leave feeling that...

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MACNY’s Fall Training Brochure is now available!

MACNY'S Fall Training Brochure is now available! Click here to learn more about MACNY’s Fall Training offerings. For more information contact Debbie Sindone, Training Coordinator, at [email protected] or 315-474-4201 ext....

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Do you amplify the positive?

Do You Amplify the Positive? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do you amplify the positive experiences you and your team have? It would serve you well if you did. ...

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Almost Sold Out! Council Kickoff @ Empire Farm Brewery, 9/19

THIS EVENT IS ALMOST SOLD OUT! DON'T WAIT, RSVP TODAY! Join us September 19th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm for our annual council kickoff reception at Empire Farm Brewery in...

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Episode 10: Did you just call me the “D” word?

Episode 10 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we are talking about the "D" word, the behaviors that characterize the "D" word, and much...

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Did you just call me the “D” word?

Did You Just Call Me the “D” Word? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I’m sorry, but there is no way I am or have ever been a diminisher!  I...

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P-TECH Student Spends Two Weeks Learning Hands-On Skills at Kilian Manufacturing

Syracuse P-TECH student Garnet G. spent two weeks this Summer at Kilian Manufacturing, working under Manufacturing Manager Bob McCarthy, and learned how to use a 0-1" micrometer, and optical comperator...

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Should Coding Be Considered a Foreign Language?

We want students to be engaged in STEM education, but many do not have time to fit in extra classes in an already demanding schedule. Is allowing coding to count...

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How Do You Define Leadership?

How Do You Define Leadership? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO How do you define leadership?  I define it as a “sacred trust” that I have been gifted with.  I...

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Episode 9: I Just Don’t Feel Like It

Episode 9 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we are diving deeper into a sampling of things you can do to get yourself back...

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Wanted: Job Shadow Host Sites

Looking to build relationships with high school students pursuing a career path in Mechanical Technology or Electrical Engineering Technology? The Syracuse P-TECH Program (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) is looking for...

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I Just Don’t Feel Like It

I Just Don’t Feel Like It By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Let’s face it. Some days it’s just tough to get going. Perhaps the weather is gray and overcast....

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Students enrolled in the Syracuse P-TECH Program found summer employment opportunities at United Radio

Students enrolled in the Syracuse P-TECH Program at the Institute of Technology found summer employment opportunities at United Radio through PEB and MACNY’s collaboration with industry partners. Top left: Syracuse...

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LIVE2LEAD

Join us for our third annual broadcasting of John Maxwell's annual Atlanta-based event: LIVE2LEAD October 20, 2017 9 AM - 4 PM The Lodge at Welch Allyn What is...

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Can You See The Future?

Can You See the Future? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Can you see the future?  As leaders, we are often asked to “see into the future” so our companies...

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Episode 8: Friends and Accomplices

Episode 8 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, we continue our discussion on the impact others have on our lives and our success. We'll...

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Free paid training being offered for manufacturing jobs (localsyr.com)

CAZENOVIA (WSYR-TV) - Onondaga Community College and Madison County manufacturers are teaming up to offer paid training for skill trades.

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Friends and Accomplices

Friends and Accomplices By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about the influence others have on our lives. Harvard social psychologist Dr. David McClelland states that our...

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In case you missed it: Lt. Gov. visits CNY STEM Camp for Girls (syracuse.com)

SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul visited Syracuse this week to promote a science camp for young women.

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Join us at Empire Farm Brewery for our Annual Council Kickoff!

Join us September 19th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm for our annual council kickoff reception at Empire Farm Brewery in Cazenovia for an evening of food, drinks, and networking. The...

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Five Reasons Upskilling Your Workforce is Important – The Aspen Institute

Upskilling helps your bottom line, improves retention, and employees are beginning to expect it.  Continue reading to learn 5 reasons you should be upskilling your current workforce.

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How Do You Handle Stress?

How Do You Handle Stress? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO How do you handle stress as a leader?  The way you do has important consequences for you and your...

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Episode 7: I Thought The Association Would Do Him Good

Episode 7 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, Marisa and David discuss the impact others have on our lives. Fun fact: our “Reference Group”...

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I Thought the Association Would Do Him Good

I Thought the Association Would Do Him Good By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Not long ago I heard a story of a man who entered his mule in the...

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Updated I-9 Form

Earlier this week the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced and published an updated I-9 Form that will be required to be used by employers by September 18, 2017. While...

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AT&T CNY STEM Camp for Young Women

In case you missed it: check out the media coverage for the AT&T CNY STEM Summer Camp for Young Women, coordinated by Partners for Education and Business (PEB) and the...

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What Does a Leader Do When the Team is Deflated?

What Does a Leader Do When the Team is Deflated? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What does a leader do when the team is deflated?  This is a challenge...

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Episode 6: The Trust Tax

Episode 6 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, Marisa and David discuss the impact trust has on our ability to lead and how we...

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Free On-Site Safety Consultation

Free On-Site Safety Consultation NYS Department of Labor (DOL) offers a free On-Site Safety Consultation Program for employers. It is jointly funded by the U.S. DOL and the NYS DOL...

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The Trust Tax

The Trust Tax By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever stopped to think about the effect trust has on our lives? As leaders, we either pay a tax...

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Rethink the Traditional Career Paths and Discover “New Collar” Careers

Rather than looking back toward past opportunities that might no longer be relevant, Ginny Rometty, the CEO at IBM,  recently wrote an op-ed which advised students and teachers to focus...

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Learn More About The CNY STEM Scholars

CNY STEM Scholars The CNY STEM Scholars program is a partnership between SRC, King + King Architects, Schneider Packaging Equipment Company, C&S Companies, Carrier Corporation, the CNY STEM Hub, and...

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When Do Leaders Re-energize?

When Do Leaders Re-energize? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As leaders, we are expected to always be “on.”  This is a very difficult task to accomplish. And yet, we...

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Episode 5: One of David’s Greatest Leadership Failures

Episode 5 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, David shares one of his greatest leadership failures--along with how he was able to right his...

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One of my Greatest Leadership Failures

One of my Greatest Leadership Failures By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer In 2007, the company I was running started a season of significant growth. Realizing that I needed a...

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7 Manager Mistakes with Costly Consequences – SHRM

7 Manager Mistakes with Costly Consequences SHRM Most managers do a great job managing their staff.  There are some that may not be aware they could improve how they handle...

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CNY STEM Career Exploration Series

CNY STEM Career Exploration Series Studies have indicated that New York companies have more STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) jobs than they can fill.  To address this issue, Partners...

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When Does It Stop Being Uncomfortable For Leaders?

When Does It Stop Being Uncomfortable For Leaders? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO When does it stop being uncomfortable for leaders?  Never, I am sorry to say. If I...

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The Next Page: Episode 4

Episode 4 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, Marisa and Dave elaborate on President Abraham Lincoln's ability to not react in kind when challenged...

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MACNY’s Summer Training Brochure is Now Available!

MACNY'S Summer Training Brochure is now available! Click the brochure image to learn more about MACNY’s Spring Training offerings. For more information contact Debbie Sindone, Training Coordinator, at [email protected] or...

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A Measured Response

A Measured Response By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I wrote about President Lincoln's cabinet of rivals.  In addition to his abilities to utilize differences and build coalitions...

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NY Renewables Efforts

A couple of weeks ago I attended a Workforce Development Institute conference on the potential for jobs linked to the renewable energy industry.   This further substantiates the current and future...

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10 Tickets left! Happy Hour @ Greenwood Winery presented by Harris Beach PLLC

This event is almost SOLD OUT. Click here to RSVP!                                  

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Seven Ways Intermediaries Help Develop Apprenticeship Programs

Seven Ways Intermediaries Help Develop Apprenticeship Programs Intermediaries can provide crucial support to the development and management of apprenticeships at companies. They can conduct outreach to employers and manage relationships...

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Manufacturing Matters – Summer 2017

Please enjoy the Summer 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story Are You Prepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution? MACNY is Here to Help....

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Innovation is Not an Event!

Innovation is Not an Event! By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Innovation is not an event.  It is not something that “just happens.”  As individuals and organizations known for being...

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Government Affairs: 2017 New York State Legislative Session Recap

2017 New York State Legislative Session Recap  2017 started off well, with the 2017 budget including workers' compensation reform and continued support for our Statewide Apprenticeship program.  The remainder of...

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The Next Page: Episode 3

Episode 3 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean In this week's episode, Marisa and Dave elaborate on President Abraham Lincoln's skillful building of his cabinet...

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Now He Belongs to the Ages

Now He Belongs to the Ages By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The date was April 15th­­, 1865. The time, 7:22 AM. President Abraham Lincoln’s 9-hour struggle for life was...

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Syracuse P-TECH Juniors are Offered Summer Jobs, Summer Internship Opportunities by Supporting Companies

Syracuse P-TECH Juniors are Offered Summer Jobs, Summer Internship Opportunities by Supporting Companies A new addition to the P-TECH Program for rising seniors was coordinated by PEB as part of...

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As a Leader, Are You Free?

As a Leader, Are You Free? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We often have an odd definition of freedom.  We like to think freedom is the ability to do...

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The Next Page: Episode 2

Episode 2 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean This week we're comparing flower buds to emerging leaders in organizations: how to find them, how to protect...

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Searching for Buds

Searching for Buds By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer             My wife is an amazing gardener. When you walk up to the front of our home, you would think you are...

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Manufacturers Alliance Statement: Positive Changes in Business Policy Made

Manufacturers Alliance Statement on the 2017 - 2018 New York State Legislative Session: Positive Changes in Business Policy Made Syracuse, NY- Today The Manufacturers Alliance of New York State released...

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Syracuse P-TECH Juniors Participate in Final Job Shadow Days for the 2016-2017 School Year

Syracuse P-TECH Juniors Participate in Final Job Shadow Days for the 2016-2017 School Year Approximately 37 high school juniors enrolled in the Syracuse P-TECH program visited a local manufacturing facility...

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Happy Hour at Greenwood Winery Presented by Harris Beach PLLC

This event is almost SOLD OUT. Click here to RSVP!                                      

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Leader is a Verb.

Leader is a Verb. By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO We often use “leader” or “supervisor” or “boss” as a noun.  These words are far too often seen as a...

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The Next Page: Episode 1

Episode 1 of The Next Page is available for download! Download Here: iTunes // Google Play // PodBean This week we're discussing our purpose, our format, and what you can expect each week from this...

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A Podcast, Really?

A Podcast, Really? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer As the title reads, we are doing a podcast. I’m excited to announce that Marisa and I are doing a weekly...

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Are You Taking Advantage of Skillsoft?

Did you know that MACNY offers e-learning options to all MACNY Members? We've partnered with Skillsoft, an innovative leader in training, to offer six Knowledge Centers: Leadership HR Professional Management...

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15 Facts Showing U.S. Manufacturing is Growing

Strictly based on our interactions with companies, we have been led to believe there is growth occurring across America in manufacturing.  This data supports that belief.  

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Do You Know What You Don’t Know?

Do You Know What You Don’t Know? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do you know what you don’t know?  There seems to be a straight forward answer to this...

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If Parents and Students are Happier, Why Can’t Career and Tech Education Shake it’s Bad Image?

The research supports that high school students in Career and Technical Education (CTE) have a higher rate of graduation on a national average, but CTE can’t seem to shake the...

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Are You the Governor?

Are You the Governor? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Perhaps a better title would have been; You Are the Governor. Please allow me to explain. It started this past...

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PEB’s Annual Awards Event at Le Moyne College

Dear MACNY members: Wednesday, June 7 was the PEB Annual Awards event at Le Moyne College. This is a great affair because of the number of students, parents, education and...

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2018 Premium Rates for Family Leave Benefits and Maximum Employee Contribution

The 2018 Premium Rates for Family Leave Benefits and Maximum Employee Contribution were announced.

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Business Day At The Capitol: Legislative Memos

OPPOSE: Expansion of Public Works "Prevailing Wage" Standards SUPPORT: Scaffold Law Reform SUPPORT: Small Business Tax Cuts OPPOSE: State Sponsored Retirement Mandate SUPPORT: Unemployment Insurance Experience Rating Under Paid Family Leave

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Do Conversation Still Matter?

Do Conversations Still Matter? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Do conversations still matter?  With the advances in technology we can communicate with anyone in the world in 140 characters...

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New Class: Making Today Matter

Have you ever had a day when you went home exhausted but didn’t really know what you accomplished? Are you rushing from one task to the next stuck in the...

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Mining for Gold

Mining for Gold By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The date was January 24, 1848, when a carpenter from New Jersey named James Marshall found flakes of gold in California’s...

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Member E-Connect: 4th of July Holiday Policy–Are you closed 7/3 & 7/4?

MACNY members continually contact us for information on what others in their industry are doing when it comes to holiday scheduling and PTO. With Independence Day being a Tuesday this...

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Energy Cost Reduction

Here are a few common sense tips that are not complicated to employ--and the impact is likely greater than you imagine.  Fortunately for New Yorkers, there are programs through NYSERDA...

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How Do Millennials Want to Work?

How Do Millennials Want to Work? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO In the U.S., there are nearly 73 million millennials.  Gallup's report, How Millennials Want to Work and Live,...

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Manufacturing Matters – June 2017

Please enjoy the June 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story MACNY Celebrates 104th Annual Dinner Page 3 | President's Message Is Your Next Teammate...

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Ideas are Cheap. Building Something is Hard.

Explore the day to day operations of, Lowercase NYC, one of the only eyewear producers in the United States.  The startup located in Brooklyn will give you insight into why...

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Were You Listening?

Were You Listening? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer May 18th was a warm late spring day. As the day progressed, and the humidity started to build, it almost felt...

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New Material for Solar Cells

Is Crystalline Silicone becoming passé?  Perhaps.  Thanks to researchers at NIST and the University of Nebraska, perovskites could become the next superstars of solar cells.  More efficient, more stable.

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How Do Leaders Best Prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?

How Do Leaders Best Prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO How do leaders best prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?  This is an important...

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Have We Forgotten How to be Kind?

Have We Forgotten How to be Kind? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you remember a time when people were just plain nice? When people actually were polite to...

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Join us for our Clambake!

Join us for our Annual Clambake! Wednesday, August 16, 4 - 7 PM Hinerwadel's in North Syracuse Bring your colleagues, friends, family or whole team! Click here to register now!...

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Save on Both: NYS & Federal Employment Law Class

Special Offer! Join us for both the Federal Employment Law class on June 15 and the NYS Employment Law class on June 21 and save $65!   Federal Employment Law: June 15th,...

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What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0?

What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0?  It is how historians and futurist...

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A Mentor

A Mentor By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever had a person come into your professional life who helped transform you into someone you never thought you could...

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Join us at NBT Stadium!

Join us on June 29th for MACNY NIGHT at the Syracuse Chiefs game! MACNY members will receive a discount on tickets in sections 208 & 210 using promo code: MACNY....

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NEW CLASS: Lean Office

Lean Office Lean is not just something to use on the manufacturing floor. Making an office environment lean will have a major impact on your business by streamlining your processes...

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How Well Do I Lead?

How Well Do I Lead? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO How well do I lead?  As leaders, we need to periodically assess how we are leading.  But, how do...

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Join us for Happy Hour at Greenwood Winery!

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Are You Willing to Pay the Price?

Are You Willing to Pay the Price? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Eugene Habecker, the author of The Other Side of Leadership, wrote “The true leader serves. Serves people....

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Thank You to Our Annual Dinner Sponsors!

Thank You to Our Annual Dinner Sponsors! THANK YOU to our sponsors for supporting manufacturing in New York State and for celebrating this year’s Wall of Fame Inductees–Arnie Rubenstein (United...

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What is the Greatest Roadblock to Individual and Company Success?

What is the Greatest Roadblock to Individual and Company Success? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What is the greatest roadblock to individual and company success?  Is it creativity, great...

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HR Session for P-TECH Students

Thank you to all the mentors who helped make this Syracuse P-TECH session on April 28th possible. This event's focus was on careers related to Mechanical Technology and Electrical Engineering...

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Where Did They Go?

Where Did They Go? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officers Last week I wrote about finding emerging leaders, and I received some great feedback. During a conversation about the post,...

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MACNY Announces 2017 Innovators of the Year

MACNY ANNOUNCES TIM BRAUNER AND DAVID BATES OF KNOWLES AS INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS Brauner and Bates to be recognized at MACNY’s 104th Annual Dinner Syracuse, New York-...

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Collaborative Robots, Static Control in Manufacturing, the latest in control options for Ethernet-IP & More!

Join Ralph W. Earl Automation Solutions for their Annual Open House!  Thursday, May 11th from 10 AM - 2 PM 5930 E. Molloy Road Syracuse, NY 13220 Click here to...

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Manufacturing Matters – May 2017

Please enjoy the May 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association!   Cover Story MACNY Announces 2017 Innovators of the Year Page 3 | President's Message We...

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Are Robots Destined to Take Our Jobs?

Are Robots Destined to Take Our Jobs? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Are robots destined to take our jobs?  The answer is both yes and no.  Not surprisingly, this...

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Save The Date: Happy Hour @ Greenwood Winery

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We Want to Hear From You

Individual Membership has been one of MACNY's fastest growing initiatives over the last couple of years. Each year we strive to add new and different offerings for Individual Members to...

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Where Are All The Leaders?

Where Are All The Leaders? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Have you ever noticed that it is tough to find leaders? They just never seem to be applying for...

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MACNY Announces Keynote Speaker for 104th Annual Dinner

Join us as we celebrate the entire manufacturing community and the successes of our members! May 18, 5 PM at the OnCenter in Syracuse RSVP NOW! Featuring Keynote Speaker:...

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Mastering Employee Engagement (HR Daily Advisor)

It can cost you both time and money to find a replacement for an employee who leaves your organization.  Due to the high costs involved, it is important to keep the...

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Corporate Wellness Programs Gaining Popularity

Corporate wellness programs have gained in popularity over the years and the trend for 2017 looks to be the same.  Below is a link for an article on forbes.com outlining...

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What Can a Leader Do When Change Occurs Too Fast?

What Can a Leader Do When Change Occurs Too Fast? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What can a leader do when change occurs too fast?  As a leader, we...

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Thermostats and Thermometers – Which One Are You?

Thermostats and Thermometers By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer It was 81 degrees on Sunday then dropped into the 40s Sunday night. Do you turn the heat on or the...

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The 7 Basic Quality Control Tools + 2

Are you looking to get solutions to problems as they occur and on the spot? Trying to find ways to engage the entire workforce? Want to leverage the skills and...

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Syracuse P-TECH Resume Session

9th grade P-TECH students received feedback on their resumes from Career Coaches on April 11th at the Institute of Technology High School in downtown Syracuse. Coaches pointed out all the...

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Would You Work Differently If You Planned to Live to be 100 Years Old?

Would You Work Differently If You Planned to Live to be 100 Years Old? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Would you work differently if you planned to live to...

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The Road to Greatness

The Road to Greatness By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer This morning I came across a quote by Joe Duncan that read “You’re going to be on the road to...

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Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High

What is a Crucial Conversation? A crucial conversation is a discussion between two or more people where stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. These conversations—when handled poorly...

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Is Every Job Changing?

Is Every Job Changing? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Is every job changing?  Yes, from what I have seen, it is.  And, if every job is changing, we are...

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Change the world. Stay in STEM.

Did you know that less than 7% of women graduate with STEM degrees? This is problem we can solve by providing more exposure to resources and experiences that make STEM real...

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We Cheered

We Cheered By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I was reading an article about the days following September 11, 2001. In the article, writer Peggy Noonan recalls Friday, September...

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P-TECH: Rockets to the Rescue!

Rockets were flying in the ITC gymnasium on March 23rd at 8 o’clock in the morning. The 9th grade P‑TECH students worked on a project called "Rockets to the Rescue"...

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Manufacturing Matters – April 2017

Please enjoy the April 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Cover Story Manufacturing Lobby Day Success! Page 3 | Government Relations Workers' Compensation Legislative Bills Part...

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How Good Are You at Leading Change?

How Good Are You at Leading Change? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO How good are you at leading change?  The answer to this question is increasingly important to our...

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We Buried Him Last Week

We Buried Him Last Week By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer “It was a chilly late spring morning. The leaves were just starting to pop as I made my way...

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Special Pricing for Annual Dinner for Individual Members – Valid through 4/15

MACNY's 104th Annual Dinner is just around the corner on Thursday, May 18th at 5 PM at the OnCenter in Syracuse, NY! Join us as we honor our Manufacturers Wall...

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Join PEB! American Chestnut Research & Restoration Project

Partners for Education & Business (PEB), a MACNY affiliate, encourages you to join them at the CNY Biotech Accelerator for a presentation on the American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project....

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Thank you to our Annual Dinner Sponsors! Want to join? There’s still time!

MACNY's 104th Annual Dinner is just around the corner on Thursday, May 18th, 5 PM at the OnCenter in Syracuse! THANK YOU to our sponsors for supporting manufacturing in New...

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If You Are Too Busy, Do You Need More Quiet Time?

If You Are Too Busy, Do You Need More Quiet Time? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO If you are too busy, what you may need most is more quiet...

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Worn Out!

Worn Out! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Do you struggle with being worn out? Are you “out of gas” so to speak? If the answer is yes, you are...

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Great Jobs are Available for Skilled Workers in Manufacturing. How come many of those jobs remain unfilled month after month?

Great Jobs are Available for Skilled Workers in Manufacturing.  How come many of those jobs remain unfilled month after month? Read more to see how the challenge of finding skilled...

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What is Your Leadership Learning Approach?

What is Your Leadership Learning Approach? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO  Today’s competitive business climate requires that we never stop learning – both as an individual and as an...

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Join MACNY’s Fastest Growing Group – Individual Membership!

To learn more or to register for Individual Membership, contact Marisa at [email protected]! For more details, click here.

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A Tale of Two Lives

A Tale of Two Lives By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week I asked if you were willing to strive for significance. Some may wonder what I mean by...

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Auburn P-TECH’s Roller Coaster Challenge

Auburn’s 9th and 10th grade P-TECH students and Career Coaches had an exciting morning participating in a Roller Coaster Challenge on February 17, 2017 at Auburn High School.  The students...

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Six Reasons to Start a Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program

Six Reasons to Start a Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program Academics can provide the basis for teaching critical thinking but academics alone neglects the hands on focused skills training, which allow some...

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Featured Class: IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Application Specialist

IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Application Specialist (CIS) 3-Day Class Dates: Monday, April 10 through Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. each day Location: MACNY Headquarters Cost: $...

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What is the Most Powerful Leadership Question You Can Ask?

What is the Most Powerful Leadership Question You Can Ask? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What is the most powerful leadership question you can ask?  We all want to...

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Featured Class: 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

15 Invaluable Laws of Growth April 13 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Live the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth and Reach Your Potential! Are there tried and true principles...

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Central Upstate Mfg. Magazine – Edition 4

MACNY is pleased to bring you the fourth edition of Central Upstate Mfg. magazine. In this issue we explore the critical topic of careers in manufacturing and the critical need...

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E Pluribus Unum

E Pluribus Unum By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer I mentioned last week that I would be traveling to our nation’s capital to see the sights with my son. It...

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Lean out your organization with 5S and Visual Workplace

5S and Visual Workplace  Are you interested in lean and wonder what to do first what will have an immediate impact? Why is 5S more than just good cleaning practices?...

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Looking to get your name in front of a large audience?

MACNY's largest annual event is coming up in just over two months! Join us for our 104th Annual Dinner on May 18th at 5 PM at the OnCenter in Syracuse,...

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What Do 21st Century Leaders Need To Do Differently?

What Do 21st Century Leaders Need To Do Differently? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO What do 21st Century Leaders need to do differently to be successful?  This is a...

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The Hot Poker

The Hot Poker By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I was preparing to teach on John Maxwell’s 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth.  During my preparation, I was reminded of...

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Manufacturing Matters – March 2017

Please enjoy the March 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association! Page 3 | President's Message It's Time to Get Serious About Manufacturing Growth in New...

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Have you joined our leadership mastermind group?

Did you know that Individual Members have exclusive access to "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" Mastermind Group facilitated by Certified John Maxwell Team Coach David Freund? Here is what...

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New I-9 Form: Effective 1/22/17 – 8/31/19

On November 14, 2016 the US Citizenship & Immigration Services released a new Form I-9 (Rev. 11/14/2016 N) to replace the prior form which expired on March 31, 2016....

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Join MACNY’s Great Group of Annual Dinner Sponsors!

MACNY would like to thank the sponsors below for committing to sponsor our Annual Dinner. We hope you will consider joining this great group! For more information on Annual Dinner...

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Why is it so Difficult to Get Our Teams to Maintain Focus?

Why is it so Difficult to Get Our Teams to Maintain Focus? By: Randy Wolken President & CEO Why is it so difficult to get our teams to maintain focus? ...

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Featured Class: Change Anything®

Program Overview: Does it seem like you give the same performance feedback to individuals year after year with no improvement? Are your employees unable to translate performance feedback into action?...

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Truth or Consequences

Truth or Consequences By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Recently I heard someone say that “there is no such thing as a thought that doesn’t have consequences.”  This statement caused...

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“Four-fifths of executives surveyed said that a shortage of sufficiently skilled workers will affect their companies in the next 12 months”

According to a survey of more than 400 U.S. executives, companies expect to hire extensively in the coming year to address anticipated growth. However, a large number of these companies, predominantly...

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Medicare Part D Disclosures due by March 1, 2017 for Calendar Year Plans

Medicare Part D Disclosures due by March 1, 2017 for Calendar Year Plans Each year, employers whose health plans include prescription drug coverage must disclose to the Centers for Medicare...

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MACNY Announces 2017 Manufacturers Wall of Fame Inductees

MACNY ANNOUNCES RAYMOND CURRIER & ARNIE RUBENSTEIN AS 2017 MANUFACTURERS WALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Winners to Be Inducted to Wall of Fame at MACNY’s 104th Annual Dinner   MACNY, The...

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Why is “Love” so Looked Down Upon?

Why is "Love" so Looked Down Upon? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Why do leaders shy away from “love” in the work place?  Has it gotten too “taboo” to...

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P-TECH Event Recap: Roller Coaster Challenge at ITC

10th grade P-TECH students took over the ITC cafeteria to work with their Career Coaches/Mentors on a design challenge. Students were paired with Career Coaches and competed in designing a...

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Government Affairs Weekly Updates: Week of February 13, 2017

Workers Comp! Energy! Taxes! Come Join Us as We Educate Albany on Better Business Policy at the Manufacturers Alliance 2017 Lobby Day, March 1, 2017 Weekly Legislative Memo: Real Property Tax...

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Great Expectations

Great Expectations By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer At first glance, you may think that I am referring to the book Charles Dickens wrote in 1861. While I am a...

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P-TECH 9th Grade Challenge at ITC

P-TECH 9th-Grade Challenge at ITC on January 27, 2017 The 9th-grade P-TECH students competed in a “Gumdrop Bridge Building Challenge.” Representatives from Ephesus Lighting were there for support and judging....

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Cindy Oehmigen Joins MACNY as Director of Energy and Corporate Services

MACNY is pleased to announce that Cindy Oehmigen has joined the MACNY staff as Director of Energy and Corporate Services. She will be a tremendous asset to both the team...

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Did you know?

Did you know that Individual Members have an all-access pass to all eight of MACNY's councils? Here's a sampling of some of our upcoming events in February and March: Safety...

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Leaders Must Work with the Whole Person

Leaders Must Work with the Whole Person By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Have you ever wondered why change is so hard for us?  We all know people, at times...

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Ready, Aim, Fire!

Ready, Aim, Fire! By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Are you a person who has a propensity for action or inaction? I know that may sound like a strange question,...

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Wanted: Factory Workers, Degree Required (New York Times)

When the German engineering company Siemens Energy opened a gas turbine production plant in Charlotte, N.C., over 10,000 people showed up to apply for 800 positions. Sadly, fewer than 15...

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Government Affairs Weekly Update: 2/6/17

Manufacturers Alliance Lobby Day: March 1 Weekly Legislative Memo Spotlight: Disclosure of Asbestos Trust Claims In the News: 'Buy America' Movement Has CNY Manufacturers Optimistic Holding Us Back? Regulation of...

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Next Solution Forum to be held in the Mohawk Valley on February 23, 2017

Sponsored by Fuze Hub and their partners around the state, Solutions Forums are half-day events held, regionally, across the state.   They provide a unique opportunity for small to mid-size manufacturers...

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You Can’t Beat Zero

You Can't Beat Zero By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Sustaining and growing manufacturing is a global competition. Here, in New York State, we need to be doing all we...

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Crucial Conversations®: Tools For Talking When Stakes Are High

What is a Crucial Conversation? A crucial conversation is a discussion between two or more people where stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. These conversations—when handled poorly...

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The Excellence Habit–Continued

The Excellence Habit – Continued By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week we looked into habits and how they get started. I shared that Aristotle said, “To be excellent,...

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Available Now: February 2017 Newsletter

Please enjoy the February 2017 Edition of Manufacturing Matters, the monthly newsletter of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association!

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Join us for Manufacturing Lobby Day in Albany!

New York State Manufacturing Lobby Day sponsored by the Manufacturers Alliance of New York State  Albany, New York  *NOTE: Register by February 15th to save $25.00! At this year’s Manufacturing...

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As a Leader, Are You Willing to be Zero?

As a Leader, Are You Willing to be Zero? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO As a leader, are you willing to be zero?  What do I mean by that? ...

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Zero Emissions Credits

MACNY members have probably seen recent articles in the press that describe Governor Cuomo’s agreement with Exelon Corp designed to keep the 4 upstate NY nuclear power plants operating.  This...

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The Excellence Habit

The Excellence Habit By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer So many times in my life I have tried to break bad a habit. In fact, I think I am always...

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Federal Programs for Manufacturers

Federal programs for Manufacturers From Exports to Energy, from Trade to Technology, and from obtaining government financing to securing government contracts; if it exists, the Federal Government probably has a...

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Is Individual Membership right for you?

MACNY's Individual Membership offering is an exclusive opportunity for individuals within MACNY's member companies as a way to stay more involved with MACNY while also developing professionally. Think of Individual...

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As a Leader, Are You Managing Your Energy?

As a Leader, Are You Managing Your Energy? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO There is a lot of discussion in organizations around time management.  Time is certainly a precious...

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NEW CLASS: ITIL Certification

NEW CLASS: ITIL Certification "Great business performance requires great IT performance!" The IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is a collection of acknowledged industry best practices for information technology (IT) management. Unlike...

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MACNY is now collecting nominations for our 2017 Innovator of the Year Award!

MACNY is now collecting nominations from our collective membership for our 2017 Manufacturing Innovator of the Year Award, sponsored by Corning, Inc! This Sixth annual award will recognize the innovative...

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Personal Kaizen?

Personal Kaizen? By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Most of us in manufacturing have heard of Kaizen events.  Kaizen is Chinese and Japanese for "continuous improvement." In manufacturing, Kaizen refers...

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NYS Dept. of Labor: New Salary Thresholds for Exempt Employees

Even though a federal judge in Texas issued an order delaying the implementation of the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) new overtime regulations, New York State has introduced its own...

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Compliance Check! Minimum wage increased on 12/31/16 – New wage poster required.

Effective 12/31/16, the minimum wage outside of NYC increased to $9.70 (see link below for New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County rates).  A new required poster is available...

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How Many Mentors Should a Leader Have?

How Many Mentors Should a Leader Have? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO There is a lot of talk these days about having mentors.  I know of some companies that...

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New Manufacturing USA Institute to be Located at RIT

New Manufacturing USA Institute to be Located at RIT Below are two articles describing the new Manufacturing USA Institute to be located at RIT.  RIT, a MACNY member and strong...

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MACNY STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR CUOMO’S STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS IN SYRACUSE, JANUARY 11, 2017

MACNY STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR CUOMO’S STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS IN SYRACUSE, JANUARY 11, 2017 Statement below attributed to MACNY President & CEO Randy Wolken:  “Today’s State of the...

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It’s Hopeless!

It's Hopeless By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Marshal Ferdinand Foch, a French General, Marshal of France and the Supreme Allied Commander during the First World War stated: “There are...

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ToolingU-SME: How is your company addressing the skills gap? Are you prepared?

Mission Critical: Workforce 2021 ToolingU-SME Based on five years of insights from their Workforce 2021 Assessment tool, ToolingU-SME, recently released a report detailing the progress being made towards addressing the...

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Are You Ready to Lead in the 21st Century?

Are You Ready to Lead in the 21st Century? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders in this century will need to be different.  Why?  Because our emerging economy –...

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Get Organized in 2017!

Get Organized in 2017 with 7 Secrets of a Highly Organized Professional Program Overview: In order to remain competitive, highly successful and profitable companies constantly look for ways to get more done...

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Can Leaders Actually Create a Happier and More Productive New Year?

Can Leaders Actually Create a Happier and More Productive New Year? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO It’s the Holiday Season and we are constantly wishing and hearing others wish...

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Disappointment

Disappointment By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Disappointment is defined as the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one's hopes or expectations. Disappointments are just a...

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Anything, Just Not Everything

Anything, Just Not Everything By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer The lessons we learn are often found in the strangest of places. The lesson I would like to share with...

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MACNY’s Winter Training Brochure is now available!

Click the brochure image to learn more about MACNY's Winter Training offerings. For more information contact Debbie Sindone, Training Coordinator, at [email protected] or 315-474-4201 ext. 24.

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OSHA National News Release

Effective 1/17/17 - OSHA issues final rule updating walking-working surfaces standards and establishing personal fall protection systems requirements. The rule also includes a new section under the general industry Personal...

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology would like your feedback.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) would like your feedback to help prepare a 2017 federal funding opportunity that will allow Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers and...

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Holiday Safety

Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late November to mid-January, when families gather, parties are scheduled and travel spikes. Take some basic precautions to ensure your family remains safe...

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Can Being Kind Be A Leader’s Competitive Advantage?

Can Being Kind Be A Leader's Competitive Advantage? By Randy Wolken, President & CEO In today’s fast-paced, global economy, can kindness be your competitive leadership advantage?  I, for one, think...

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Circumstances

Circumstances By: David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Writer James Allen wrote, “Circumstances do not make a man; they reveal him.” So often we hear people complaining about situations that they...

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Are You Limiting Potential Growth?

Are You Limiting Potential Growth? By: Randy Wolken, President & CEO Leaders have a primary responsibility to advance the success of their team members and their organizations.  They can also...

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Good Hypocrisy

Good Hypocrisy By: David Freund  Could hypocrisy actually be a good thing? Could there be a benefit to a form of hypocrisy? For my entire life I have been told...

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It’s Thanksgiving–Well, Almost

It's Thanksgiving--Well, Almost By: David Freund Thursday will be Thanksgiving. For many of us in the manufacturing world, we will actually get a four-day weekend. How will you spend your...

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Are You Being Proactive Enough?

Are You Being Proactive Enough? By: Randy Wolken The question a leader needs to ask themselves every single day of every week is if they are being proactive enough.  In...

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Gratitude

Gratitude By: David Freund Have we lost the ability to be grateful? Have we as a nation lost perspective? Have we forgotten how truly blessed we are? My mom and...

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When Do You Feed Your Creativity?

When Do You Feed Your Creativity? Randy Wolken, President & CEO When do you take the time to feed your creative side?  The daily grind often leaves little space for...

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Time

Time By: David Freund Recently I have been having difficulty with time. I just never have enough of it. It seems that there is always way too much to do...

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Are You Ready for the Industrial Internet?

From the desk of Randy Wolken... President & CEO Weekly thoughts and insights from MACNY's President & CEO, Randy Wolken, designed to inspire and provoke thought among leaders within MACNY's...

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Chart your path of growth.

Inspiration and insight designed to develop great leaders. Are You Living with Intentionality? Intentionality is one of my favorite words. In fact, my family and friends often tease me about...

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Are You Listening?

From the desk of Randy Wolken... President & CEO Weekly thoughts and insights from MACNY's President & CEO, Randy Wolken, designed to inspire and provoke thought among leaders within MACNY's...

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Chart your path of growth.

Inspiration and insight designed to develop great leaders. Growth and Leadership Development This summer I turned 55. By most people's opinions if I have not learned it yet there's not...

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Do You Recognize the Genius Around You?

From the desk of Randy Wolken... President & CEO Weekly thoughts and insights from MACNY's President & CEO, Randy Wolken, designed to inspire and provoke thought among leaders within MACNY's...

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