INFORMATION Manufacturing Layoffs Drive Illinois Job Cuts in February Employers reported 4,153 mass layoffs in Illinois last month, but the actual number will likely be
SPRINGFIELD – The skills gap is a frequent topic of discussion as Americans recognize the urgent need for the next generation to favor hands-on careers
From TMA’s News Bulletin 1st Q 2026 – The refreshed “TMA 2.0” will differ in many ways, but its original 1925 mission of “promoting the
INFORMATION Manufacturing Confidence Rebounds in March Despite stressors associated with heightened global risk, U.S. manufacturers are expressing increased positive business sentiment again in March. More HERE. Rising
From TMA’s September 2015 News Bulletin
SPRINGFIELD – The Technology & Manufacturing Association co-hosted a “New Legislator Welcome Breakfast” February 25th in Springfield. The breakfast was sponsored by TMA, NFIB-IL, ABC-IL,
INFORMATION A Rough Jobs Report The U.S. economy posted an unexpected 92,000 job loss in February rather than the anticipated 50,000 jobs added. Furthermore, January’s job growth
SCHAUMBURG – On the run-up to Illinois’ March 17, 2026, gubernatorial primary, all four Republican candidates took time to talk manufacturing with the Technology &
TMA Affiliate Member since December 2025 celebrates exciting new leadership and expansion in 2026 Springfield, IL — Growth Corp, one of the nation’s highest-producing SBA 504
SCHAUMBURG, IL – The Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) is leading the charge in Springfield to enact legislation that would allow high school students to