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MACNY, The Manufacturers Association celebrated its 2025 Talent Development Awards on Monday, June 16 at The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology (The MOST). MACNY co-hosted the event, which celebrated students, educators, and employers in the region, with Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB).

President/CEO Randy Wolken of MACNY, or the Manufacturing Association of CNY, explains the impact of President Trump’s Tariff War on manufacturing growth, costs and jobs in NY, and nationally.

Considering the growth in manufacturing in Central New York, it’s little wonder that the Manufacturing Association of Central New York (MACNY) is ramping up its programming to meet the employment needs.

“We can do it." It was the tagline associated with the Rosie the Riveter campaign during World War II, encouraging women to enter the workforce, especially in the manufacturing industry, to support America’s efforts in World War II. Eighty years later, the iconic Rosie is still providing inspiration.

After nearly seven years in the Army, Brenden Hall of North Syracuse wanted a civilian career but knew he did not want to go to college.

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York recently hosted its 112th Annual Celebration of Manufacturing, bringing together hundreds of manufacturing leaders, elected officials, and community partners to honor the people, companies, and innovations shaping the region’s manufacturing future.

It was a night of remarks, multimedia tributes, and award presentations as MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, hosted its 112th annual Celebration of Manufacturing dinner on May 22.

A study by the International Labour Organization says a fifth of people ages 15-24 worldwide are not in education, employment or training. Some are calling them "NEETs."

Central New York will see more than $1 billion in funding from the New York State Fiscal Year 2026 Enacted Budget.

Graham Brodock, president of Kris-Tech Wire of Rome, is set for induction to MACNY’s Manufacturers Wall of Fame.