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Videos

DDI Mid-Level Leadership Development Courses Info Session

In this recorded info session, Learn about six new leadership development courses designed for mid-level leaders. Developed by…

Blog

Polaris MEP, Partners Receive Federal Grant to Create Comprehensive, Reentry “Pathway Home”

Polaris MEP will receive a $1.4M federal grant to assist reentry individuals with training, services and a comprehensive…

Results

As Key Employees Near Retirement Age, Jade Manufacturing Turns to MEP Center to Educate and Empower Team

Case study: As key employees near retirement age, Jade Manufacturing turned to RI consultants to help them educate,…

Blog

Polaris MEP’s Fast Track to Manufacturing Program Welcomes its 20th Cohort!

We're in mid-training for the 19-week course through Polaris MEP & CCRI's partnership. Thus far, the students have…

Growth & Strategy

Extrusion Machine Manufacturer Reaching Innovation Goals with MEP Center Connections & Support

Case study on how Rhode Island machine manufacturer US Extruders is reaching innovation goals with support from Polaris…

Growth & Strategy

“Heroes of Manufacturing” Spotlight of Rhode Island Food Manufacturing Ecosystem

Video from the NIST MEP "Heroes of Manufacturing" featuring RI food manufacturing ecosystem members BUPPY PETS, Hope &…

Blog

Photo Recap – Grand Opening of JARC Rhode Island

Photo recap of the grand opening of JARC Rhode Island on May 19, 2023. JARC RI is a…

Videos

JARC Rhode Island Manufacturing Training Center – Grand Opening

Video recap of the May 2023 Grand Opening of the JARC Rhode Island manufacturing training center. Sens Reed…

Blog

MEP National Network Infographic: Responding to the Manufacturing Skills Gap With Training

MEPNN Infographic -- Training: Responding to the Manufacturing Skills Gap --- describes common workforce challenges, possible solutions.

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Training Leads to Waves of Positive Change for Fitness Equipment Manufacturer

Facing increased global demand and an influx of new workers, WaterRower leaders turned to Polaris MEP for continuous…

Blog

Employment Law Changes – What Smaller Rhode Island Manufacturers Should Know

Employment law changes relevant to smaller Rhode Island manufacturers - and what they should be thinking about to…

Blog

Our Top Advice for a More Successful 2023

Polaris MEP's manufacturing advisors, program managers and workforce pros share top advice to help RI companies enjoy a…