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.
Manufacturing Day
Celebrating nationally-recognized Manufacturing Day during all of October. Hundreds of students participate in tours of local facilities and other activities…
6th annual Valley Made Manufacturing Summit held
The 6th Annual Valley Made Manufacturing Summit is a celebration of the Valley’s $15 billion manufacturing industry. San Joaquin Manufacturing Alliance Chair Liz McIlvaine says, “It gives us an opportunity to highlight what is Valley made and shows the importance of why manufacturing continues to be important and the backbone of the economy.”
‘Valley Made’ Manufacturing Summit Heads to Fresno Convention Center
More than 600 attendees and 65 exhibitors are expected to converge Thursday in downtown Fresno for the sixth annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit. The event, hosted by the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance and the Fresno Business Council, will be from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. Last year’s […]
Keeping Employees Happy a Key Topic of In-Person Manufacturing Summit
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and the Fresno Business Council (FBC) are preparing to open the doors for the 6th annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit taking place this Thursday. It will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. It returns as an in-person event after […]
The 6th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit Schedule of Events
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) and the Fresno Business Council (FBC) are one week away from opening the doors for the 6th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit, which will take place on Thursday, October 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. The event returns after pivoting […]
Manufacturing Matters: John Shegerian
John Shegerian is the Keynote Speaker for the 2021 Valley Made Manufacturing Summit. He is a serial entrepreneur who focuses on solving global problems through building profitable and innovative impact companies. As cofounder and Executive Chairman of ERI, he has played a significant role in paving the way for the electronic recycling and ITAD industries […]









