Bay Area Manufacturers Association upcoming events

The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Information Session (June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Information Session

Join us for an informational meeting to learn about the The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) apprenticeship-style training program. Information Session. The FAME model is an employer-led workforce development program that combines paid, hands-on work experience with structured classroom instruction. Students typically work part-time with a sponsoring employer while attending classes, gaining real-world experience in areas like advanced manufacturing, maintenance, and industrial technology. In addition to technical skills, the program emphasizes professional behaviors such as reliability, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication—traits that are critical for long-term success on the shop floor.

Employers who participate in FAME benefit from:

Developing highly skilled, work-ready employees tailored to their specific needs
Reducing recruitment and onboarding costs
Strengthening retention through early engagement and mentorship
Contributing to the growth of the local manufacturing workforce

Join us as we discover how we can bring this program to our region.

Learn more: MIFAME_EXTERNAL_Summary_Narrative (002).jpg and https://fame-usa.com/

The Connected Manufacturing Experience - Automation (June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Connected Manufacturing Experience - Automation

Date: Thursday, June 11th 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Webinar

This 4-part executive panel series, The Connected Manufacturing Experience, is designed to help manufacturers understand the practical path from Data → Analytics → Automation → AI.

Each session focuses on real operational challenges manufacturers are facing today and how organizations are solving them in practical, achievable ways across both the plant floor and business operations.

Panel 3 shifts the conversation into Automation — reducing friction throughout the entire business.

Manufacturers are losing enormous amounts of time to repetitive tasks, disconnected workflows, manual approvals, duplicate data entry, and operational bottlenecks.

This discussion will explore practical automation opportunities across manufacturing environments, including:

• Plant floor reporting and machine data capture
• Production scheduling and workflow automation
• ERP and administrative task automation
• Document handling and approval workflows
• Integrating automation into existing ERP, MES, and CRM systems
• Real-world ROI from operational process automation

The conversation will also address an important misconception around automation:

Automation is about reducing unnecessary operational burden so teams can focus on higher-value work. NOT reducing people.

This session is designed for manufacturing leadership and operational roles including:

• Operations Managers / Plant Managers
• Manufacturing Engineers
• Continuous Improvement / Lean Leaders
• ERP / IT / Systems Leaders
• Business Operations Leaders
• Supply Chain & Procurement Leaders
• Quality & Process Improvement Leaders
• Owners / Presidents / Executive Leadership

Anyone responsible for improving efficiency, consistency, workflow coordination, or operational scalability across the organization will benefit from this discussion.

Annual Awards Banquet (June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

You are cordially invited to register for BAMA's Annual Awards Banquet. This event celebrates and awards companies and individuals who have made a difference in the local community through our Manufacturer of the Year and Emerging Leader awards. This event is a great way to connect with BAMA members and other supporters from the local industry. This will be a night of celebration and accomplishments for Tampa Bay Manufacuring!

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa,

PROGRAM

Networking and Cocktail Reception: Come connect with our finalists, student robotics teams, STEM fair winners, scholarship winners past and present and those from the manufacturing and the business community. Enjoy the interactive robotics demonstrations!

Keynote Speaker: Jay Rogers, Haddy, Inc.

Guest Speaker: Jay Collins, Lieutenant Governor

Award Winners: 2025-2026 BAMA member award winners announced, celebrate the Manufacturer of the Year, meet STEM fair & scholarship winners.

Menu: Enjoy a delicious plated dinner while you enjoy our program.

Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, ham, green Spanish olives, romano cheese and a Spanish vinaigrette
Seasoned and grilled skewered tenderloin tips with fresh lump crab cake, pine nut risotto, sautéed seasonal vegetables and herb oil
Perfectly chocolate cake with chocolate ganache and a berry garnish

** Vegetarian meal available upon request **

BAMA Announcements: Learn all the exciting things happening with the organization.

Suggested Attire: Business Casual
For men, a collared shirt or polo with slacks is appropriate. For women, a casual or semi-formal dress or blouse with slacks or a skirt works well.
Please avoid overly casual items like jeans, sneakers, or t-shirts.

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!

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Brews with BAMA at Hidden Springs Ale Works (July 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Brews with BAMA at Hidden Springs Ale Works

July 15th, 2026 | 5:00 PM

Hidden Springs Ale Works-

1631 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

Join us for Brews with BAMA, a casual evening of networking with professionals from across the manufacturing community. Connect with industry peers, enjoy great conversation, and unwind after work in a relaxed setting.

No registration required—just stop by and join us!

This iteration of Brews with BAMA will be hosted at Hidden Springs Ale Works with a special offer! A free 4-ounce pour per guest (exclusions apply.)

The Military Employer Recognition Breakfast (MERB) (September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Golf Fundraiser (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2026

TIME: 8:00 AM Shotgun Start

WHERE: Crescent Oaks Golf Club | 3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

About the Event

We are excited to invite you to the Kelly Murphy Memorial Golf Fundraiser, where friends, colleagues, and community members come together for a day of golf.

Event Highlights

Shotgun Start: The tournament begins promptly at 8:00 AM, so arrive early to prepare and enjoy a fantastic day on the course.
Raffle Prizes: We have an exciting array of raffle prizes waiting to be won! Purchase your tickets for a chance to take home something special.
Vendor Booths: Explore various vendor booths offering unique products and services throughout the event.
Top Golfer Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the top golfers who showcase their skills and sportsmanship on the course.

Registration

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause and enjoy a day of golfing fun. Register today to secure your spot!

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2026

EVENT SPONSORS!

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BAMA's 65th Anniversary (December 29, 2026)

Tue, 29 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

2026 marks the 65th anniversary of the Bay Area Manufacturers Association (BAMA) serving and supporting manufacturers across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco Counties. For more than six decades, BAMA has been dedicated to strengthening the local manufacturing community through advocacy, education, and collaboration. As we celebrate this milestone, we honor the innovation, resilience, and partnerships that have driven our region’s manufacturing excellence for 65 years and continue to shape its bright future. We have a year of celebrations ahead, and we look forward to honoring our members, partners, and the legacy of manufacturing in our community

Show your support of the organization by becoming one of our 65 companies for 65 years. For $65.00, your logo and website link will be featured on our event page, newsletters, emails, press releases, events and at our annual awards banquet.