Technology & Manufacturing Association

Precision- engineered growth.

TMA equips Chicagoland manufacturers with the training, advocacy, and talent strategies they need to compete — and win.

Become a Member Our Services
Members
1,000+
Founded
1925
Region
Chicagoland
What We Build

Every capability your operation needs — under one roof.

From apprenticeship pipelines to legislative advocacy, TMA delivers the infrastructure that keeps manufacturing competitive.

01
Workforce Training
State-certified apprenticeships, CNC boot camps, and continuing-ed programs that turn raw talent into skilled operators.
02
Government Affairs
Full-time lobbyists in Springfield and D.C. fighting for tax incentives, trade protections, and regulatory relief.
03
Group Insurance
Health, dental, and vision plans negotiated at scale — giving small manufacturers Fortune 500 buying power.
04
Safety & Compliance
OSHA consultation, environmental audits, and hazmat training that keep your shop floor incident-free.
05
HR & Legal
Employment law hotline, wage surveys, and dispute resolution — all included with membership.
06
Events & Network
Annual expo, monthly mixers, and peer roundtables that connect you to buyers, suppliers, and partners.
Measured Impact

The numbers behind nearly a century of results.

Manufacturers who partner with TMA outperform on retention, compliance, and cost control — year after year.

98%
Member Retention
$4.2M
Insurance Savings / Year
2,400+
Workers Trained Annually
37
Bills Influenced in 2024
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Join over 1,000 manufacturers already leveraging TMA for workforce, advocacy, and growth.

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