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Solutions for Smarter Manufacturing.

Polaris MEP is Rhode Island’s nonprofit dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses achieve lasting success, while creating access to high-growth career pathways for underserved individuals. As a trusted advisor, Polaris MEP delivers hands-on technical assistance and practical guidance to address challenges in sales, innovation, operational efficiency, and workforce development. An affiliate of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network, Polaris MEP draws on years of experience and local, regional, and national resources to guide companies to proven strategies and best practices that drive results and foster economic development.

Polaris MEP and Polaris Tech Bridge are two parts of Polaris. Polaris aims to be a driving force in Rhode Island’s economy through advancing manufacturing, workforce development, and technology.

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Our Guiding Principles / Values

  • We are proactive with urgency
  • We are trustworthy
  • We listen and seek to understand
  • We are committed to creating a diverse environment built on respect for all
  • We actively seek solutions through the manufacturing ecosystem

 

Polaris MEP consultants have years of manufacturing experience, which they leverage for customized solutions to client needs. Click here to meet our team.

Polaris MEP manufacturing experts Kathie Mahoney and Lindsey Brickle speak at an innovation event in Providence, Rhode Island

History

Since 1996, Polaris MEP has delivered improvement solutions to Rhode Island manufacturers, helping them achieve sustainable and profitable growth. Our team of seasoned project managers have been part of the manufacturing community through good times and bad–we’ve seen companies struggle, and we’ve helped companies soar. In the last decade, we’ve seen our state’s manufacturing community rebound. Now, we look forward to guiding companies as we navigate the new era of advanced manufacturing together.

Partnering for Success

Strategic partners are an integral part of making our manufacturers successful. Learn more about our network of service, educational and workforce providers!