Advancing Northeast Ohio as a Leader in Manufacturing

Our objective is to solidify Northeast Ohio’s role as a global leader in advanced and additive manufacturing research, technology, and workforce development. The focus is on strengthening the aerospace and defense supply chain and accelerating industrial applications at scale.

Two engineers operating advanced manufacturing machinery in a research lab, demonstrating hands-on aerospace and defense manufacturing work.

Our Strategy

How We Drive Regional and National Impact

Expand facilities and infrastructure

Purpose-built spaces supporting overall manufacturing growth.

Accelerate commercial transition & venture creation

Moving research into real-world industrial and defense applications.

Build a seamless talent pipeline

Developing and connecting talent to advanced manufacturing careers.

Help SMEs qualify for aerospace & defense work

Reducing barriers and strengthening supplier readiness.

Secure capital investment and attract major tenants

Driving long-term economic development and regional visibility.

Leverage regional assets for national competitiveness

Strategically aligning industry, education, and technology.