Rich Hoster: TMA’s 2019 Chairman of the Board, Smith & Richardson Inc.’s President
Rich Hoster has been Smith & Richardson, Inc.’s co-owner and president for nearly 25 years. He joined the company in the mid-1980s, soon after graduating
Rich Hoster has been Smith & Richardson, Inc.’s co-owner and president for nearly 25 years. He joined the company in the mid-1980s, soon after graduating
The last week of January 2019 brought with it some of the most frigid temperatures in decades for America’s Midwest – and along with it,
Optimism among manufacturers nationwide is at all-time highs, but manufacturers are not similarly hopeful about their futures in the state of Illinois. In 2015, 42%
MILAN – Over 120 Milan Illinois jobs will be moving north and across the Mississippi River into Iowa. Lewis Machine and Tool will be taking
The Technology & Manufacturing Association’s Government Relations is transparent about the public policy issues they keep an eye on during Illinois’ legislative sessions. These issues
Adapting to demand allows third-generation business to thrive “Adaptable,” “versatile,” “profitable,” “creative” — all words that describe manufacturers that survive and thrive from generation to
U.S. manufacturing has been enjoying a renaissance with record growth, productivity, and employment. But the industry outlook isn’t as optimistic when it comes to manufacturers
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers are preparing to introduce legislation nearly doubling the state’s minimum wage from $8.25 to $15 per hour. While anyone in Illinois
One of Technology & Manufacturing Association’s Board Members – Nicole Wolter, CEO and President of HM Manufacturing in Wauconda – gives firsthand experience confirming that
The third consecutive class from Ridgewood High School completed basic CNC training at TMA last Thursday at TMA’s Schaumburg Education & Training Center. Their TMA