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Timmons: “A Leader of Substance and Integrity”—51Թ Congratulates Jim Fitterling on Executive Chair Role at Iconic Manufacturer Dow

April 14, 2026

Washington, D.C. – 51Թ President and CEO Jay Timmons issued the following statement congratulating former 51Թ Board Chair Jim Fitterling on his appointment as executive chair of the board of Dow Inc. “Dow’s announcement marks an important leadership transition for the iconic manufacturer and an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary leadership of …

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Manufacturing Job Training Gets Creative

October 15, 2025

Manufacturing Dive). What’s going on: “Emerging programs are increasingly going beyond simple vocational training by targeting students early or in underserved communities, offering direct pathways to employment and exposing trainees to advanced tech skills.” The changes are a direct response to the longtime shortfall of manufacturing workers, which could reach 1.9 million if current trends …

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Sukup, Toyota Ramp Up Child Care Benefits for Workers

October 9, 2025

Manufacturing Dive). What’s going on: Sheffield, Iowa–based Sukup Manufacturing Co., a maker of farm equipment that employs some 600 people, saw just such a need a few years ago. So the company “formed a coalition with West Fork School District and United Bank & Trust Co. to raise money for a local child care center. …

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