Supporting Manufacturing In The Valley
The San Joaquin Valley’s manufacturing industry is responsible for over $19.3 billion of the Valley’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employs more than 115,000 people. Nationally, the manufacturing industry is responsible for $2.77 trillion in GDP.
Our focus is to support this multi-billion dollar industry through developing the workforce and other resources to enhance our competitiveness in the global market and continue to elevate the economic impact of manufacturing on the Valley.
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What We Do
Central Valley FAME
Founding the first California chapter right here in the Valley, blending paid
work experience with technical education.
Valley Made Summit
The “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit is an annual conference for the San Joaquin Valley’s $19.3 billion manufacturing industry, hosted by the San Joaquin…
Civic Stewardship
As part of an effort to align goals for the community, Fresno’s Community Values were written to serve as guiding principles for community action.
Business stewards co-creating a vibrant and inclusive region.
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Central Valley FAME: A Case Study in Partnership and Persistence
FAME—the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education—is an employer-led apprenticeship program that provides global-best workforce development through strong technical training, integration of manufacturing core competencies, intensive professional practices and intentional hands-on experience to build the future of the modern READ MORE
