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| July 25, 2025
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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| July 23, 2025
New Workforce Development Specialists Join MACNY to Support the Expansion of Apprenticeship and Youth Career Exploration Opportunities Across New York State

We're excited to welcome Mohamed Thiam and Christa Matolka as Workforce Development Specialists, further advancing the organization’s mission to expand early career exploration and strengthen workforce pipelines across New York...

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| July 18, 2025
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 those...

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| July 17, 2025
Statement from MACNY on Federal Tax and Spending Bill

The federal tax and spending bill recently signed into law by President Trump includes several pieces of legislation that will impact manufacturers in our region and across the nation. As...

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| July 11, 2025
Leadership During a Crisis

Leadership During a Crisis Randy Wolken, President & CEO A crisis is one of the toughest events to prepare for; so how does a leader plan for a crisis? Our...

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| July 3, 2025
Independence Day

Independence Day Randy Wolken, President & CEO This Independence Day, we have much to be thankful for, but also much to continue working on. Reflecting on July 4th this year,...

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| June 30, 2025
Manufacturing Matters: Summer 2025

View this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: Celebrating Central New York's Workforce Excellence at MACNY's 2025 Talent Development Awards   Page 3 | President's...

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| June 27, 2025
First New Nuclear Power Construction in New York State in a Generation

First New Nuclear Power Construction in New York State in a Generation Randy Wolken, President & CEO On Monday, Governor Kathy Hochul held a press conference to announce that she’s...

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| June 25, 2025
I’m Leaving

I'm Leaving David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer You read that title right; I'm leaving, but not forever, I’ll be back in a couple of weeks. As I wrap up my...

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| June 20, 2025
Leadership and Ownership

Leadership and Ownership Randy Wolken, President & CEO Owners act differently. When we own something, we take care of it so much better than something we’re renting. When it’s ours...

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| June 17, 2025
Celebrating Central New York’s Workforce Excellence at MACNY’s 2025 Talent Development Awards

Many gathered at The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology (The MOST) for MACNY, The Manufacturers Association’s, 2025 Talent Development Awards to celebrate the region’s brightest students, dedicated...

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| June 17, 2025
Cindy Oehmigen to Retire from MACNY After Years of Impactful Service

After more than eight years with the organization, Cindy Oehmigen will retire from MACNY, The Manufacturers Association on June 30, 2025. Cindy joined MACNY in 2017 as Director of Energy...

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| June 13, 2025
Eye-popping New York State Power Trends

Eye-popping New York State Power Trends Randy Wolken, President & CEO The New York State electric system began in New York City in 1882 with the activation of Thomas Edison's...

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| June 11, 2025
Decide to Move

Decide to Move David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Last week, while traveling, I was listening to a podcast called, Making Bad Better. As I reflected on that podcast, one simple...

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| June 6, 2025
The U.S. Has Entered a New Energy Era

The U.S. Has Entered a New Energy Era Randy Wolken, President & CEO The U.S. is in a new age of energy. Over the past four years, new energy demands have...

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| June 2, 2025
Central Upstate MFG Magazine – Edition 13

We are very excited to bring you the 13th edition of Central Upstate MFG magazine! The 13th edition of Central Upstate MFG Magazine explores the dynamic evolution of manufacturing and...

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| May 30, 2025
Manufacturing Matters: June 2025

View this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters.   INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Applauds Continued State Investment in Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Development   Page 3 | President's Message: Regulatory...

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| May 30, 2025
Resilience is a Crucial Focus Now

Resilience is a Crucial Focus Now Randy Wolken, President & CEO Now more than ever, resilience is crucial for all organizations, especially given the uncertainty in which most companies, teams,...

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| May 28, 2025
Searching for Buds and Blossoms

Searching for Buds and Blossoms David Freund, Chief Leadership Officer Yesterday morning, I took a walk in my backyard to examine my fruit trees. Every year, it’s amazing to see...

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| May 27, 2025
Building Tomorrow, Together: MACNY Celebrates 112 Years of Manufacturing Excellence

We proudly hosted our 112th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing last Thursday, bringing together hundreds of manufacturing leaders, elected officials, and community partners for an inspiring evening dedicated to honoring the...

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