Author name: Lisa Johnson

2025 Women MAKE Awards On March 6 we will be announcing the 2025 Women MAKE Award recipients, a group of 130 female leaders currently working in the manufacturing industry. Each awardee’s accomplishments and contributions were peer-reviewed against a set of criteria evaluating leadership and innovation, mentorship and community impact. On April 23-24, in Washington, D.C.,

Featuring SEPMA’s Co-Chair, Mrs. Karla Trotman To view the full November Edition of The Boss Magazine, please click on the below link. http://The Boss Magazine

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Manufacturing Alliance (SEPMA) engaged the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center (DVIRC) to conduct an economic impact study to quantify the effects of manufacturing-related training programs on wage increases, career advancement, and productivity growth. The study serves to provide insight into the economic benefits and potential outcomes associated with investing in employee training

Karla Trotman, MBA Electronics Manufacturing CEO | Board Member | 3rd Gen Entrepreneur5d This evening, while I was in Monaco celebrating the World EOY winner, I was announced as a winner of the Philly Regional EOY! Thankfully, my father was home and able to accept in my place. While in Monaco, before the announcement, I

THANK YOU For Your Years of Service! Happy New Year!   Last Month, ESI celebrated two of its employees for 10 years of service and one for 25 years of service and dedication to Electro Soft, Inc. Bill is a huge Phillies fan, so we commemorated his anniversary with a jersey. Thank you, Bill for

  Attract Your Talent of the Future Today! Host an Open House During October to Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2023     Join thousands of manufacturers across the U.S. as they showcase the realities of modern manufacturing and inspire the next generation of creators. This initiative inspires the next generation, reshapes perceptions about manufacturing, and fosters

MFG Day 2023: Making the Most of Your EventThursday, June 15, 20232:00 p.m. EDT REGISTER Manufacturers across America are preparing to open their doors and young minds by hosting an MFG Day event throughout the month of October and beyond. MFG Day, celebrated nationally this year on Oct. 6, is manufacturing’s biggest annual opportunity to

For regional businesses in PA, Industry Partnerships (IPs) are a great way to build a talent pipeline, train and retain staff, and support economic growth. In this Inquirer article, Karla Trotman, CEO of Electrosoft and co-chair of The Southeastern Pennsylvania Manufacturing Alliance (SEPMA) and James Martini, executive director of Pennsylvania’s Workforce Development Board, explain the value of