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Matrix Human Services Launches Program to Develop Detroit’s Electric Vehicle Tech Workforce
Matrix Human Services has launched the Skills to Build—Electric Vehicle & Clean Energy Program in Detroit with support from GM, SME, and local partners
Podcasts
Skills, Confidence, and Champions with Clint Smith
In this inspiring episode, Toni Neary sits down with industry champion Clint Smith of Mastercam. From his start as a mold maintenance technician to CNC programmer and now a leader in education
Podcasts
How AI is Shaping the Future of Workforce Development
In this episode of Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow, host Toni Neary talks with Dr. Timothy Wilson, SME’s AI strategist, about what artificial intelligence really is—and what it means for
Podcasts
Empowering the Next Generation of Machinists: Gabe Kooyers' Revolutionary Approach to Manufacturing Education
In this episode, we talk with Gabe Kooyers, a machining instructor who’s redefining what manufacturing education looks like. Blending hands-on experience with engineering design principles and a
Podcasts
Sparking Innovation: Transforming STEM Education and Diversity in Engineering
How can we ignite a passion for STEM in young minds and create a more diverse engineering workforce? Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of Shonali Ditz, Co-Founder and Executive Director
Podcasts
Building Inclusive Workplaces – How Aspiritech is Leading the Way
In this episode of "Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow," we sit down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, a groundbreaking social enterprise that provides meaningful employment for autistic
Podcasts
Building the Future: How Lone Star College and NOV are Shaping Tomorrow's Manufacturing Workforce
In this episode of "Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow," Toni Neary speaks with Linda Head, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Partnerships at Lone Star College, to discuss
Blog Posts
Elevating the Trades: How Skills Competitions Are Shaping Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce
Explore how skills competitions like SkillsUSA, WorldSkills, and Project MFG are shaping the next generation of manufacturing talent.
Blog Posts
RAMPing Up EV Talent: Rivian and Heartland’s Workforce Strategy
At SME FUSION 2025, Rivian, Heartland Community College, and Illinois DCEO shared how they’re solving EV workforce challenges with immersive training, fast-track onboarding, and scalable
Blog Posts
How AI is Shaping the Future of Workforce Development
Discover how AI is transforming workforce development—from uncovering hidden talent and closing skill gaps to personalizing career growth and breaking language barriers.
Blog Posts
Built by Industry, for Industry: The Expertise Behind Our Manufacturing Training Content
The manufacturing industry is facing a critical challenge: a widening skilled labor gap. Tooling U-SME is working to close that gap with expert manufacturing training content.
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SME Presents 2025 Excellence in Manufacturing Training Award to Textron Aviation
SME, the nonprofit committed to accelerating widespread adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and building North America's talent and capabilities, has named Textron Aviation as the