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Valley manufacturing alliance hosts summit in Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance’s 9th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit creates a globally competitive environment for the manufacturing industry. “We really want to make sure that manufacturers are putting their best foot forward and attracting and retaining the talent they need to fuel their growth,” Dr. Matt Poepsel, Godfather of Talent […]
Central Valley FAME Launches as First FAME Chapter in California
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance’s 9th annual Valley Made Summit was a tremendous success, drawing in over 900 manufacturing industry attendees, including prominent leaders from the manufacturing industry, local government officials, and educators. The event highlighted the thriving manufacturing sector in the Central Valley and its vital role in the regional economy. Attendees engaged […]
9th Annual ‘Valley Made’ Manufacturing Summit Unites Industry Leaders to Drive Central Valley Innovation
The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance’s (SJVMA) 9th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit takes place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. The San Joaquin Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA), the host of “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit, is thrilled to feature this year’s keynote speaker, Dr. […]
Valley Made Summit returns to Fresno for ninth year of manufacturing event
The ninth annual Valley Made Manufacturing Summit, hosted by the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA), will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. This premier event brings together the Central Valley’s manufacturing industry, offering a full day of workshops, networking and […]
Lead the People Podcast: Empowering Excellence and Maximizing Potential with Genelle Taylor Kumpe
SJVMA CEO, Genelle Taylor Kumpe, was a podcast guest on Lead the People powered by The Predictive Index which is hosted by this year’s Valley Made Summit keynote speaker Matt Poepsel.
Bringing ‘business spirituality’ into your manufacturing plant
More people, especially those in younger demographics, want to know the businesses and companies they buy from have missions and ethics that align with their own. Workers also seek companies whose missions extend beyond making money. They also want shared values, behaviors and standards in the workplace. They want to be cared for and treated […]
Manufacturing summit keynote aims for ‘optimal output’
The SJVMA’s summit, taking place at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 30, will have Dr. Matt Poepsel, vice president and godfather of talent optimization at The Predictive Index, provider of HR software for hiring, developing and retaining talent. He is also the author of “Expand the Circle: Enlightened Leadership for Our New […]
9th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit Announces Keynote Speaker
Ticket sales are underway for The San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance’s (SJVMA) 9th Annual “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit which is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. The San Joaquin Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA), the host of “Valley Made” Manufacturing Summit, […]
Executive Profile: Genelle Taylor Kumpe
Genelle Taylor KumpeCEO of Fresno Business CouncilCEO of San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance Education:Bachelor’s degree in business management from California State University, Fresno Age:51 Family:Husband Matt, son Aiden, and daughter Ava What we do:The Fresno Business Council (FBC) and the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance (SJVMA) are dedicated to fostering economic growth, innovation, and community […]