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Plotting a new course with Trade Adjustment Assistance
Photo by Eva Bronzini An Alaska wild seafood harvester was losing business to imports from Scandinavian countries in 2016. The seafood harvester entered the U.S. Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAAF) program. The firm’s management and NorthwestTAAC developed a strategy to create alternative distribution channels. The company used TAAF funding for marketing and website improvements. …
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Optics and photonics company nearly doubles revenue
Image source: National Institute of Standards and Technology image gallery NorthwestTAAC supports companies working in cutting-edge industries, including companies in the optical and photonics industry. The optics and photonics industry manufactures mirrors, lenses, telescopes, microscopes, lasers, and fiber optics for the defense, life sciences, and consumer electronics sectors. One NorthwestTAAC client has manufactured optics and …
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U.S. Winter Gear Company Thrives Despite Low-Cost Imports
Image by an unnamed photographer on Pexels As you ski, sled, work, or wander into the winter cold, there is a good chance this Northwest family-owned company is keeping you warm. Decades ago, the founder recognized that no one likes wet clothing. He developed a novel product to keep people warm and dry. Recently, the …
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Nominate a business for the SBA National and District Small Business Week Awards
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexel Do you know an exceptional small business owner that deserves recognition for their achievements? The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened its 2023 National and District Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year Award. Visit the SBA’s dedicated website at www.sba.gov/nsbw to download …
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The best manufacturing podcasts for summer listening
Photo by Jonas Mohamadi from Pexels August is when many of us are flying, driving, or enjoying the summer weather at home. Wherever your vacation (or staycation) is, we wanted to share some of our favorite manufacturing podcasts. Manufacturing Happy Hour – The podcast intro says it all, “the podcast where we get real about …
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