Why Join SRMA

The purpose and objective of the Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association is to bring together manufacturers, encouraging economic development of Southwest Florida through manufacturing, and to act as a forum for the expression and exchange of ideas and information among its members. Our goal is to make a large, positive impact on the manufacturing community by bringing various resources to help manufacturers thrive. These resources include:

• Advocacy
  • Representing manufacturers on the state and local legislative issues that impact our businesses and bottom lines, including:
    • The repeal of the Tangible Personal Property Tax
    • The elimination of the Florida Sales/Use Tax
    • Working for a Buy Florida Act
    • Promoting the repeal of sales tax on commercial leases
  • Helping form the Manufacturing and Supply Chain Caucus in Tallahassee
• Workforce Development
  • Offering open enrollment and private training classes to upskill your staff
  • Working closely with our local colleges and universities to create training programs that will prepare graduates for careers in manufacturing. Close association with FLATE (Florida Advanced Technological Education)
  • Participating in educational roundtable discussions.
  • Apprenticeship Programs
• Networking
  • Discussing “Best Practices” with other manufacturers.
  • Offering educational events with expert-driven content.
  • Organizing plant tours of local manufacturers.
• Business Advising
  • Free business assessments and evaluations for SRMA members.
  • Providing discounted rates on resource providers.
  • Creating customized training tools.
• Supply Chain Optimization
  • Connex Florida – helping Florida manufacturers better connect with each other, be discovered, and increase business opportunities.
• Cybersecurity Education and Certifications
  • CMMC 2.0 for those involved in the DoD supply chain

READY TO JOIN?

Manufacturer Memberships are as low as $100.00! Click HERE or contact Rob Harris for more information.