Working together to develop curricula and provide work-based learning opportunities.
Manufacturing Day
Celebrating nationally-recognized Manufacturing Day during all of October.
Marketing Roundtable
Effective Sales & Marketing Strategies for the San Joaquin Valley
Fresno Manufacturing Event Highlights Valley’s ‘Beacon’ Status
About 900 people were in attendance for the 8th annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit held at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall Thursday. Organized by the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and the Fresno Business Council, the summit serves as a workshop and resource expo that highlights the Valley’s innovation and provides resource and […]
Manufacturing industry continues to evolve in Valley
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Row upon row of machines fill Cencal CNC. Powerful lasers and water jets are able to cut through hard materials to create machine parts. “Since 2019, we have over-doubled in revenue,” says Cencal CNC President Josh Wiebe. “We’ve gone from 50,000 square feet to 73,000 square feet. We’re up to 85 employees […]
8th Annual ‘Valley Made’ Manufacturing Summit Schedule of Events
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and the Fresno Business Council (FBC) are preparing to open the doors for the 8th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit, which will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. The Manufacturing Summit is designed as […]
7th annual ‘Valley Made’ Manufacturing Summit held in downtown Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The 7th annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit wrapped up Thursday afternoon in downtown Fresno. The event is put on by the Fresno Business Council and San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA). The manufacturing industry is a critical part of our local economy, and it needs to grow its workforce to stay competitive. […]
Unity, Equity Themes of Seventh-Annual Manufacturing Summit
The theme for seventh-annual Valley Made Manufacturing Summit in Fresno Thursday was “The Power of Unity,” highlighting the importance of manufacturers, educators and local organizations working together to better help the community. The event is hosted by the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and featured business owners, students, community leaders and more.
Valley Made Manufacturing Summit returns to downtown Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The 7th annual Valley Made Manufacturing Summit has returned to the Fresno Convention Center. The manufacturing summit is designed as a workshop and resource expo that celebrates the Valley’s history of innovation in manufacturing while providing resources and networking opportunities that continue to build a well-trained, outstanding workforce.
Registration Is Now Open for the 7th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit on November 3, 2022 Featuring Keynote Speaker Mark Peters
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and the Fresno Business Council (FBC) are proud to announce the 7th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit featuring keynote speaker Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, Inc. and Founder of The SOURCE. More than 1,000 manufacturing industry attendees are expected to participate in the event to be held on Thursday, November 3rd from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. Registration is now open for exhibitors and attendees at www.sjvma.org/summit. Also, sponsorships are still available by contacting Tara Kaitfors via email ([email protected]) or calling 559.917.8859.