Events included a press conference, manufacturer demonstrations, student activities, and career information.
NEW ALBANY, IN. – September 30, 2024
Area manufacturers joined educators and community leaders to engage students from over 11 Indiana high schools to learn about numerous career opportunities in the region’s modern, diverse manufacturing sector. Activities were held September 23-25 for 1si’s MFG Week, which was a three-day event celebrating MFG Day, an initiative of the Washington, D.C.-based Manufacturing Institute (MI).
Festivities started with a media kick-off day that was held Monday, September 23 at Amatrol in Jeffersonville, IN. For the media kick-off, over 20 area seniors were welcomed for exclusive tours of Amatrol and listened to local officials express the importance of manufacturing in our region.
Tuesday and Wednesday, with support from our Sponsors, we welcomed over 11 different schools and students representing over four counties to the Jeffersonville NOCO Arts and Cultural District. Joining our sponsors were 18 regional manufacturers and vendors to highlight careers, training, and internship opportunities for students. Activities that students participated in included creating customized name tags, trying careers through virtual reality, and racing to see who had the fastest pump assembly time. Sponsors include the following:
Title Sponsor — Harding, Shymanski & Company, P.S.C.
Presenting Sponsor — PNC Bank
Silver Sponsor — Southern Indiana Works
Water Sponsor — Indiana American Water Co.
Lunch Sponsors — America Place, City of Jeffersonville, Fistful of Tacos, and River Ridge Commerce Center
Venue Sponsors — Jeffersonville NoCo Arts and Cultural District, Maker 13, and The Depot
Swag Bag Sponsors — First Harrison Bank
Keychain Sponsors — Samtec., Inc. and Silver Creek Leather.
President and CEO of 1si, Lance Allison, elaborates on the success that we saw sharing, “Manufacturing Week gave students a fun, hands-on look at the exciting world of modern manufacturing. From virtual reality simulations to creating personalized items, these interactive experiences not only spark interest, but demonstrate the diverse career opportunities available right here in Southern Indiana. We look forward to working alongside our sponsors and regional manufacturers to provide meaningful experiences that bolster workforce development.”
About One Southern Indiana
One Southern Indiana (1si) was formed in July of 2006 as the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Clark and Floyd counties. 1si’s mission is to help businesses innovate and thrive in the Southern Indiana / Louisville metro area via the three pillars of Business Resources, Economic Development and Advocacy. For more information on One Southern Indiana, visit www.1si.org.
About the Metro Manufacturing Alliance
The Metro Manufacturing Alliance (MMA) is a unique forum for the Southern Indiana / Louisville metro area. It lives up to its motto: For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The MMA membership includes workshops, seminars, and access to specialized services through 1si. For more information on the Metro Manufacturing Alliance, visit www.1si.org/metro-manufacturing-alliance.
Contacts:
Ellinor Smith | Content Marketing and Media Relations Manager
Ellinors@1si.org | 217-320-4832
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