MEPOL

10/01/2025

We're evolving.

LCTCS MEP of Louisiana (LCTCS MEP of LA) is proud to announce its transition to the Louisiana Additive Manufacturing Association (LAMA), a new organization dedicated to advancing manufacturing and industrial innovation across the state.

This isn’t the end, it’s a new beginning. Under LAMA’s direction, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership of Louisiana (MEPOL) will continue to support manufacturers with training, workforce development, technology integration, and industry collaboration.

Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to building the future with you. Learn more:
https://louisiana-ama.com/home
https://mepol.org

04/22/2025

River Parishes Community College and MEP of Louisiana is hosting a LEAN Manufacturing: Foundations of Lean & Workplace Efficiency training on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM in the BASF Room at our Gonzales campus (925 W. Edenborne Parkway).

This one-day workshop is ideal for anyone looking to build foundational knowledge in LEAN principles, workplace efficiency, process improvements, and sustainable engagement strategies. It’s a great opportunity to enhance skills that drive real results in manufacturing and production settings.

Details:
• Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
• Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: RPCC Gonzales Campus, BASF Room
• Cost: $50 (includes lunch)
• Contact: [email protected]
• Register Now: https://app.aplos.com/aws/events/mep_lean_manufacturing_day

04/09/2025

🚨 Professional Development Alert! 🚨
Join us at RPCC's Gonzales Campus for a full-day Lean Manufacturing: Foundations of Lean & Workplace Efficiency workshop!

🗓 Thursday, April 24
🕣 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 BASF Room, RPCC Gonzales
💰 Only $50 (Lunch included!)

Whether you're in manufacturing, operations, or just want to level up your process improvement skills — this training is for YOU!

🎯 Topics include:
✅ Lean Principles
✅ Process Improvement & Standardization
✅ Continuous Improvement & Engagement

📧 Register Now: https://ow.ly/g26E50Vw7nz

Spots are limited — don’t wait!

03/26/2025

that if the U.S. manufacturing sector were its own country, it would be the seventh-largest economy in the world?

Manufacturing is the backbone of the U.S. economy and contributes significantly to employment and innovation in our nation. U.S. manufacturing provides hard-working Americans with well-paying jobs and the ability to provide for their families. It’s also the main driver of innovation in the U.S., responsible for 55% of all patents.

A new Manufacturing Innovation Blog highlights the impact of manufacturing and how it creates jobs, supports local economies, strengthens the nation’s security and leads innovation.

Read the blog: https://www.nist.gov/blogs/manufacturing-innovation-blog/manufacturing-america-contributing-our-economy-employment-and

03/26/2025

03/25/2025

03/18/2025

LED’s 2025-2026 CEO Roundtables - Apply today: https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/ceo-roundtables

This is a yearlong peer-to-peer learning experience whereby ~15 growth-oriented business leaders discuss business challenges and successes across a number of topics under the guidance of an experienced facilitator.

Interested applicants should meet the below criteria and must apply online by the deadline of March 31st to be considered.

• Generate at least $600,000 in annual gross revenue
• Employ at least 5 full-time equivalent employees
• Have the desire and capacity to grow, particularly beyond their local market

Would greatly appreciate you forwarding this email to anyone you think would be interested in this peer learning opportunity.

APPLY NOW TO 2025-2026 LED CEO ROUNDTABLES: https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/ceo-roundtables

Contact Program Manager, [email protected] with questions.

LED’s CEO Roundtables bring together small groups of decision makers from Louisiana-based small businesses for collaborative sessions that support growth.

03/11/2025

🚀 Tomorrow’s the Day! Are You Registered? 🚀
The NASA Partnership Pathways Event is happening tomorrow at RPCC Reserve Campus! Don’t miss your chance to connect with NASA experts, business leaders, and workforce innovators.
✅ Discover funding opportunities
✅ Learn how to do business with NASA
✅ Explore cutting-edge STEM initiatives
📍 RPCC Reserve Campus | March 12 | 8 AM - 2 PM
🔗 Last chance to register: NASAPartnerships.eventbrite.com

03/10/2025

Thankful to have Lenn Chiasson of GIS: Grand Isle Shipyard, a Louisiana Community & Technical College System MEP of LA client, join us on The Hill last week to speak on our behalf about the great work that the Manufacturing Extension Partnership can do for manufacturers! Thank you for your support, Lenn!