Roundtable Discussion: November 17, 2025

Roundtable Discussion held on November 17, 2025, convening participants to discuss key aspects of modern manufacturing ecosystems. The discussion centers on topics related to the cluster economy, the role of Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEP), and the development of resilient manufacturing communities. Focus areas of the conversation include strengthening regional economic development and the function of communities of practice in this sector.

Further topics addressed involve initiatives by the Economic Development Administration and the American Manufacturing Communities Collaborative (AMCC). The segment highlights strategic efforts aimed at bolstering the industrial base, including considerations for reshoring US manufacturing jobs and fostering broader community development initiatives. The agenda specifically references concepts such as "The Big 6" strategic priorities within this framework.