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Affiliate Spotlight: Delaware Manufacturing Association
BY TYLER MICIK
The Delaware Manufacturing Association (DMA), an affiliate of the State Chamber, held their signature event, the Spring Manufacturing and Policy Conference on March 28. The half-day conference featured keynote remarks from Governor John Carney and Ryotaro Tashiro, outreach economist and advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
The event discussed how demographic changes overseas, the rise of artificial intelligence, and supply chain disruptions, among other factors, have led to a reevaluation of production strategies, including the need to invest in local solutions. Given Delaware’s central location and established infrastructure, it’s perfectly positioned to become a leader in manufacturing both locally and around the world with the right investments – which Governor Carney has made throughout his tenure.
According to the latest data from the National Association of Manufacturers, the manufacturing industry in Delaware employs 28,000 people across over 600 manufacturers. On average, manufacturing employees earn $91,886 annually. Additionally, 4.9 billion dollars’ worth of goods were exported from Delaware in 2022.
A highlight of this year’s conference was the announcement of the Coolest Thing Made in Delaware. Structured in a bracket format, the competition was narrowed down through public online voting and featured over fifty products from forty companies across the state. After nearly twenty-thousand votes cast, Hologic Inc.’s 3Dimensions Mammography System was announced as the winner and received a custom-made metal trophy manufactured by M. Davis & Sons.
Hologic is an innovative medical technology company that’s focused on improving women’s health and wellbeing through early detection and treatment. On average, Hologic’s 3Dimensions Mammography Systems save the lives of around 27,300 women per year.
“Winning this award is a reminder that in the world of manufacturing, success is not measured solely by the products we create, but by the impact we have on the lives of others,” said Brian Brooks, senior director of operations at Hologic, upon accepting the award.
If you’re a manufacturer and would like to join the DMA or are interested in learning more about the Coolest Thing Made in Delaware competition, please contact me at tmicik@dscc.com.
