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  • June 2026

  • Thu 18
    CMMC Contractors

    CMMC: How Contractors are Passing Without Securing Their Entire Network

    June 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    One of the biggest drivers of cost and failure in CMMC assessments is improper scoping. This webinar explains how scoping decisions affect compliance requirements, assessment outcomes, and long-term sustainability. Attendees Read More

  • July 2026

  • Thu 16
    CUI Enclaves

    CUI Enclaves Explained: A Practical Path to CMMC for Small Contractors

    July 16 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    For many small businesses, securing an entire corporate network is not realistic. This session explains what a CUI enclave is, when it makes sense, and how it is being used Read More

  • Wed 29
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    AI in Marketing: Practical Tools, Real Impact

    Featured July 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Webinar

    AI is already influencing how prospects find, evaluate, and choose suppliers—often in ways manufacturers don’t immediately see. This complimentary webinar cuts through the noise to show how AI can support your marketing and sales efforts today, using tools and approaches that don’t require technical expertise or massive budgets.

  • August 2026

  • Thu 20

    CMMC on a Budget: What Small Contractors are Actually Spending – and Why

    August 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    Understanding the real costs of CMMC compliance is critical for planning and decision-making. This webinar breaks down the major cost drivers, including assessments, preparation efforts, tooling, and ongoing compliance activities. Read More

  • September 2026

  • Wed 2
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    Create a Winning Safety Culture

    Featured September 2 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    St. Francis Curry Innovation Center 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

    Create a Winning Safety Culture A Road Map to go from Compliance to Commitment (3-Hr, in-person, Altoona, PA) This program starts in: A great safety culture is when effort goes Read More

  • Tue 15
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    Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources

    Featured September 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
    Webinar

    Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources Four 90-minute Virtual Sessions This program starts in:   In the rapidly evolving landscape of human resources, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as Read More

  • Thu 17

    CMMC Service Providers, MSPS, and Shared Responsibility: Where Contractors Get Burned

    September 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    Many CMMC challenges arise from misunderstandings around external service providers and shared responsibility. This session will clarify what contractors remain accountable for when using MSPs, cloud providers, and other third Read More

  • Wed 23
    Lean Manufacturing

    Lean Manufacturing Level One Practitioner Certification – State College

    Featured September 23 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Innovation Park at Penn State 200 Technology Center, University Park, PA, United States

    Lean Manufacturing Level One Practitioner Certification Become the Lean Leader Your Team Deserves (7 session, in-person, State College, PA) This program starts in: Ready to stop talking about Lean and Read More

  • Thu 24
    Lean Manufacturing

    Lean Manufacturing Level One Practitioner Certification – Williamsport

    Featured September 24 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
    IMC 1127 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA, United States

    Lean Manufacturing Level One Practitioner Certification Become the Lean Leader Your Team Deserves (7 session, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in:   Ready to stop talking about Lean and Read More

  • Thu 24
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    Create a Winning Safety Culture

    Featured September 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    IMC 1127 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA, United States

    Create a Winning Safety Culture A Road Map to Go from Compliance to Commitment (3-Hr, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in:   A great safety culture is when effort Read More

  • October 2026

  • Thu 1
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    Innovative Manufacturers Center PM Exchange 2026

    Featured October 1 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    TBD - Central PA

    The Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC) is partnering with a regional manufacturer to host a Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce PM Exchange to celebrate National Manufacturing Month. ​ For over 38 years, Read More

  • Thu 8
    Lean Manufacturing

    Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics

    Featured October 8 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    St. Francis Curry Innovation Center 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

    Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics (3-Hr, in-person, Altoona, PA)   IMC's Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics, 3-hour introductory program, provides participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing. Participants will explore the Read More

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Testimonials


Northway Industries, Inc.

“Through the Winning Teams program, we increased throughput in our laminate cleaning/inspection area by 18%, which also shortened the time for us to respond to vendors about defective products and t… Read more

Northway Industries, Inc.


Rockland Manufacturing Co.

“We’re very pleased with the results of the training. It was a great way to break the ice regarding a systemic change in one of our oldest and most experience facilities. By training on change man… Read more

Bo PrattPresidentRockland Manufacturing Co.


Pik Rite, Inc.

The IMC and its staff have played an integral part in the success of Pik Rite’s Continuous Improvement culture as well as directly influencing more efficient production and operations. The proof is … Read more

Caleb ThomasProduct Line ManagerPik Rite, Inc.


NuVisions Center

We are a small organization and do not have IT staff. Before we found IMC, the task to implement CMMC seemed almost insurmountable. With their help, the process was no longer overwhelming, and we were… Read more

Terry KnouseVice President of OperationsNuVisions Center


SilcoTek

5 Whys, SIPOC, Value Stream Maps, etc. are great ways to visualize problems that are difficult to pinpoint.

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


Prysmian Group

The attendees of both training programs came away energized and eager to apply their new skills in training, coaching and communications. There is broad consensus that these skills should continue to … Read more

Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


Nittany Paper Mills, Inc.

We make investments where and when our workforce is skilled and ready.  The training was a solid foundation for supervisor development.

Steve PrentissVice President of Human ResourcesNittany Paper Mills, Inc.


QCast Aluminum

The Value Stream Mapping exercise conducted by the IMC enabled us to visually see the overall production process and the areas we needed to target for improvement. Without this process, QCast may not … Read more

Terry ArnoldGeneral ManagerQCast Aluminum


Lang’s Chocolates

IMC’s resource consultant’s background and knowledge were so relevant, and his delivery set a solid foundation upon which we could build for our re-certification as well.

Robert LangOwnerLang’s Chocolates


Metal Integrity

“IMC has been an excellent resource for us to accomplish objectives that we would not have been able to achieve on our own. We would highly recommend any company taking full advantage of the services … Read more

Marc DagataPresidentMetal Integrity




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News

Why Your Manufacturing Firm Needs AI Agentic Systems — Now

Modern manufacturing is facing a perfect storm: retiring experts, widening skill gaps, rising complexity, and increasing pressure for efficiency. AI agentic systems offer a practical, immediate path to protect your knowledge, empower your workforce, …

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IMC Joins CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadshow to Showcase Innovation Across Pennsylvania

On December 11, 2025, the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC) along with approximately 100 industry manufacturing professionals, attended the CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadshow hosted by the Digital Foundry in New Kensington, PA, an event highlighting the …

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Happy Manufacturing Month!

Celebrating Manufacturing: October Is Manufacturing Month & Friday Is National Manufacturing Day Every October, manufacturers across the U.S. are spotlighted for their vital role in innovation, jobs, and regional growth. While National Manufacturing Day (this …

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