Discover the Manufacturers Forum, a quarterly learning series designed for local manufacturers. In partnership with RAMAC, RCEDC, WMEP, and sponsored by CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), this series offers expert-led training and peer-to-peer learning opportunities.
In manufacturing, high-performing operators are often promoted into supervisory roles—but technical skills alone don’t guarantee leadership success. As labor challenges grow, poor relationships with frontline supervisors have become a top reason employees leave. In this session, WMEP’s Carol Crawford will share what makes a strong frontline leader, from communication and conflict management to coaching, trust-building, and the key people skills companies need most.
The NEW Continuous Improvement Roundtable (CIRT) is a collaboration between RAMAC and RCEDC. Designed for managers and leads in manufacturing who are responsible for driving continuous improvement and quality. The Continuous Improvement Roundtable encourages learning and best practice sharing among Racine County’s manufacturing companies. The 6-month series meets the 3rd Thursday of the month from June to November.
MANUFACTURERS FORUM SERIES Quarter 1 Session – Learn and Experience AI with Joe Hamman, Executive Director,…
Join Joe Hamman, Executive Director of the Connected Systems Institute (CSI), to explore AI’s role in manufacturing. CSI, a UW-Milwaukee consortium, drives workforce development and economic growth, with the new Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab accelerating AI solutions in manufacturing.
MANUFACTURERS FORUM SERIES Quarter 3 Session – Securing Your Future Using Platforms, Information Security, and Automation…
Join our next Manufacturers Forum to explore digital transformation strategies. Learn how CRM, ERP, automation, and AI can boost efficiency, drive growth, and reduce risk in today’s tight hiring market.
Racine County serves as a central hub for a diverse range of enterprises, including global corporations, family-owned businesses, forward-thinking industry pioneers, and burgeoning startups. With a thriving business community, Racine County provides a conducive environment for manufacturers, logistics companies, and various other ventures.
In January 2022, BRP launched production of the Sea-Doo Switch, a customizable pontoon at its Sturtevant, WI manufacturing facility. To support production and distribution requirements, BRP plans to invest more than $14 million in improvements to its existing manufacturing facility and the development of an off-site shipping yard that will hold the finished product prior to distribution.
Flitz International contacted RCEDC to secure a low-interest, low-downpayment equipment loan. In addition to the $200,000 loan, the company also applied and received a Racine County matching grant.