OUR MISSION

Advance Tampa Bay manufacturers through workforce development, networking, education, advocacy, and technology.

ABOUT US

The Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) supports manufacturers and promotes economic development Tampa Bay. BAMA provides a forum to exchange ideas and share best practice information, network, and learn about manufacturing related topics through educational programs and tours. BAMA is part of the State Manufacturing Extension Partnership, FloridaMakes.

JOIN BAMA

Attract & retain employees
Improve safety
Understand compliance & regulations
Leverage accreditations
Grow sales
Improve efficiency & performance
Network with peers

FIND A JOB

Looking for a job in manufacturing?

Click the button below to access a list of local manufacturing job opportunities with one of our esteemed members.

Start your career today!

The FloridaMakes network provides services designed to help manufacturing companies expand market opportunities, develop customized, innovative business strategies, adopt best practices, and assess opportunities for state-of-the-art technologies and training. Contact our Business Advisors to learn more.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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11th Annual Manufacturing Dinner & Celebration of AmSkills 10th Anniversary

January 23, 2025 5:00 PM

AmSkills Workforce Innovation Center, 4606 Darlington Rd, Holiday, FL 34690
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BAMA Leadership Conference Fundraiser 2025

February 01, 2025 8:00 AM

Hillsborough Community College Brandon Campus 10451 Nancy Watkins Drive Tampa, FL 33619
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Clay Shoot Fundraiser 2025

February 14, 2025 8:00 AM

Tampa Bay, Sporting Clays, 10514 Ehren Cutoff, Land O Lakes, FL
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BAMA Clay Shoot 2025 Raffle Packages Online Pre Order

February 14, 2025 8:00 AM

Plantation Palms
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Theory of Constraints Flow Solutions Seminar, presented by Rami Goldratt

February 21, 2025 10:00 AM

Suncoast Technical College, North Port, FL Campus

Stay Informed

Sign up for the BAMA monthly newsletter by clicking the link below. By signing up, you can stay up-to-date with the latest news and events.

BAMA MEMBER BENEFITS

As a member of the association, you have access to a number of exclusive savings on a variety of services ranging from travel to business, technology and more! There are a large variety of product savings available to meet your personal and professional needs and priorities.To access your savings simply sign up below for more information. (You must be logged in to your member account to access the page.)

Connex Florida Manufacturers
Supply Chain Database

List your business in the state-wide manufacturing database!

This tool contains in-depth information on a broad range of Florida manufacturers, along with detailed search functions to highlight specific production capabilities, certifications, equipment, material types and more. The purpose of this tool is to help Florida manufacturers better connect with each other, be discovered, and increase business opportunities. To learn more about Connex Florida, visit here.

Features:

Access to companies with the capabilities and services you need now and in the future.
Allows you to respond quickly when a disaster strikes by giving you immediate access to new suppliers or supply partners.
Highlight all your assets, relevant certifications, and capabilities to help other manufacturers find you.

Company Store Produced by Stitch Logo

Order BAMA logo wear and even co-brand with your company logo!

CORPORATE SPONSORs

We could not accomplish our goals without the support, involvement, and enthusiasm of our corporate sponsors. Together, we are helping make a difference in the lives of so many. With the help of our sponsors, the Bay Area Manufacturing Association continues to fulfill our mission of advancing Tampa Bay manufacturers through workforce development, networking, education, advocacy, and technology.

PLATINUM SPONSOR