Okay, you’re just going to have to forgive that headline … Through our partnership with ACT, Westergaard Advertising has developed a relationship with the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). Specifically with their education and research arm, the Manufacturing Institute. The manufacturing sector is driving the current U.S. economic recovery but faces unprecedented challenges. These issues are outlined in the The Facts About Modern Manufacturing, a key Institute publication which spotlights the latest U.S. government statistics and internal economic analysis — a must read for those in manufacturing. Westergaard was honored to produce the recent 8th Edition of the Facts report. (more…)

As an extension of our work with ACT, our services were extended to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). More specifically to their education and research unit, The Manufacturing Institute. As part of the NAM’s continuing mission to revolutionize the US manufacturing workforce, the trade organization launched  the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System, which stacked workplace credentials up from foundational skills to advanced technical competencies. The National Career Readiness Certificate, issued by ACT, formed the base of this system. To assist with the launch, ACT brought the Westergaard team into the fold. (more…)