The Michigan Manufacturers Association: the voice of Michigan industry
Through effective representation of its membership before the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government on issues of importance to the manufacturing community, MMA works to foster a strong and expanding manufacturing base in Michigan.
The Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) is the state’s leading advocate exclusively devoted to promoting and maintaining a business climate favorable to industry. MMA’s goal is to make it possible for Michigan manufacturers to successfully compete in the national and international marketplace.
Established in 1902 as a voluntary membership association and incorporated in 1923, MMA represents the interests and needs of manufacturers across the state, ranging from small manufacturing companies to some of the world’s largest corporations (see breakdown of MMA members by manufacturing sector). In fact, manufacturers who are members of MMA employ more than 90 percent of Michigan’s industrial workforce.
An elected Board of Directors oversees MMA’s business affairs. James M. Nicholson currently serves as chairman of the board. The association and its for-profit subsidiary, the MMA Service Corporation (MMASC), collectively employ 26 full-time staff members. Charles E. “Chuck” Hadden serves as president and CEO of the MMA. John J. Trobec serves as executive vice president and COO of MMA and as president of the MMASC.
