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Urgent Notice Regarding WI Apprenticeships!

The State of WI along with the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), has now launched the 21st Century Competency-Based Apprenticeship Program for CNC Machinists, Tool & Die Maker, Mold Maker, Tool Maker and Machine Repair and Maintenance. 

This new program modifies the time-based apprenticeship to competency-based apprenticeships.  In August, WCTC plans to start the next group of NIMS Level 1 Apprenticeship Program for metal working trades.  We are now seeking companies that may want to participate or want more information regarding this opportunity.  We need to know by JULY 1, 2013 if you are interested.

We know of SEVERAL interested candidates that we could connect you with, but we NEED SPONSORS! 

If you would like more information please contact Laura or Becky at the TDMAW Headquarters. 

toolmaker@tdmaw.org or 262.532.2440

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The TDMAW Annual June Outing

is set for Tuesday, June 18th

Call the TDMAW Headquarters if you would still like to register or sponsor a hole.

Treat yourself to golf and dining at the newly renovated and *Beautiful*

private golf club, River Club of Mequon

or

go charter fishing on Lake Michigan for a half or full day and join the golfers for dinner at the River Club of Mequon

Watch your mailbox for an invitation, coming soon!

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The Deadline for the Fall Semester Edward L. Simeth Scholarship application is this

Saturday, June 15, 2013.

This scholarship awards up to $500 per semester for students enrolled in a Machine Tool Operations program or Tool & Die program at any accredited Wisconsin Technical College. 

This scholarship is sponsored by TDMAW Group Buying Partner, E. L. Simeth Company.

Click here for scholarship details.

Click here for an Application/Essay form.

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Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show Announces 2013 Dates & Features

To read the press release click here.

The TDMAW is excited to have a booth and be a Sponsor of this show.  We hope to see you there!

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Wisconsin's Dream It. Do It. Implementation Team needs manufacturers who 'get it'.  What does this mean? They need manufacturers who recognize their current need for talent, want to attract and retain their next generation of workers, and are willing to share their resources (time, talent, treasure, best practices, etc.) to promote careers in manufacturing.  Is this your organization? 

Click here for more information and Ambassador Sign Up sheets.

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Wisconsin's small and mid-size manufacturers are often unaware of the valuable services and resources available to them from the state, that can help their business improve and grow.  That's why WMEP is hosting a special Lunch & Learn program...

"Valuable Services & Resources from the State - What Manufacturers Should Know"

There is still room to participate in the Madison (June 18th)& Oshkosh (June 20th) sessions. 

For more information click here.

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WiM Wednesday Webinar

"Communicating So Others Will Listen"

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Through the Women in Manufacturing (WiM), women share best practices for success.  Join Leslie Yerkes of Catalyst Consulting Group for a webinar discussing key points on what to do when communicating fails and "what to do when they don't get it."

Click here to register online or contact Kristin Davis for more information, 216.901.8800

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Federated Insurance recently hosted over 600 business owners on a live webinar presentation to discuss the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.  A recorded version of the presentation was made available for a limited time during March.  Back by popular demand, they have reinstated the recorded version of the presentation. 

The webinar is offered to members at no charge, regardless of insurance affiliation.  For more information about the 35 minute recorded presentation and a link, click here.

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Reminder:

If you haven't updated your capabilities for the TDMAW web site and 2013 Roster, please submit your form ASAP. 

If you have any questions please call or email TDMAW Headquarters.  (262) 532-2440 or ToolMaker@TDMAW.org

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Why is the 10th of each month special?

If you are interested in contributing an interesting and informative 300 - 500 word article to our monthly Surgeons of Steel newsletter, please submit it to Laura Gustafson at the TDMAW HQ by the 10th of each month. We are always looking for interesting content!

This NewsAlert mass email goes out to all TDMAW members on or around the 10th of each month.  If you have an event you would like us to promote, please let us know before the 10th. We are happy to help you get the word out!

Thank you!

Free classified advertising is offered to TDMAW members in our Surgeons of Steel newsletter.  Your 40 word ad will run for three months, and may be used to announce new capabilities or to help you sell equipment or property. 

The deadline for classified ads to be submitted to the TDMAW HQ is the 10th of each month.

Thank you Sponsors!

Now available: Electronic TDMAW Support Through Sponsorship packets for you to email to your contacts, that you think would be a great sponsor. Our Red, White & Blue Sponsorship program funds programs to help members succeed, to educate a skilled workforce and to promote our industry.

WANTED: Meeting topic and speaker suggestions for TDMAW Member Meetings! Please send your ideas to toolmaker@tdmaw.org!

Committees are seeking to increase member participation.  Make a difference, get involved!  If there is a particular area of interest you have, please contact our office, and we'll connect you with the appropriate committee.  Committee Information Page