Official Updates from MPMA
Stay informed on the latest official announcements from the Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA). Learn about strategic initiatives, partnerships, awards, and organizational milestones. Our press releases share news on strategic partnerships, industry initiatives, leadership updates, awards, and major events shaping the motion and power manufacturing community.
These statements provide timely insight into the programs, collaborations, and milestones that advance MPMA’s mission and strengthen the global power transmission industry.
Latest MPMA Press Releases
AGMA Promotes Three Staff Members
August 20, 2024
August 19, 2024 - Alexandria, VA - The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) is proud to announce the promotion of three AGMA employees— Rebecca Brinkley, Mary Ellen Doran, and Leah Lewis, effective August 19, 2024.
AGMA Launches Redeveloped On-Demand Workforce Training Series Courses
July 30, 2024
July 30, 2024 – Alexandria, VA – The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) has redeveloped its on-demand Workforce Training Series. The redeveloped courses have been modernized to make them more accessible with updated materials to incorporate new and emerging technological advances.
AGMA Foundation Scholarship Applications Increase 300% Over Previous Year
July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024 - Alexandria, VA - The American Gear Manufacturers Association Foundation (AGMA Foundation) Scholarship Program received 25 applications for 2024, a 300% increase from 2023. Twenty-four applications came from undergraduates pursuing degrees in computer science, economics, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, and mechatronics engineering, and one application from a student pursuing a PhD in mechanical engineering.
AGMA Wins First Place in Trade Show Award for MPT Expo
May 10, 2024
May 10, 2024 – Alexandria, VA - The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) was presented with the Trade Show Executive’s Fastest 50 Grand Award in the “Fastest-Growing Show by Percentage Growth in Total Attendance in 2023” category on May 9 at the Fastest 50 Awards & Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada.
AGMA Adds Three New Members to the Technical Division Executive Committee
May 8, 2024
May 8, 2024, Alexandria, VA — The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) added three new members to the AGMA Technical Division Executive Committee (TDEC) in April 2024.
AGMA Announces Next-Generation Award Recipient at 2024 Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024, Alexandria, VA — The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) honored gear industry professional, Michael Weas, at its 2024 Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum in Milwaukee, WI, on Thursday, May 2.
AGMA Announces Award Winners at 2024 Annual Meeting
March 18, 2024
March 18, 2024, Alexandria, VA — The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) honored three members at the 2024 AGMA/ABMA Annual Meeting in Napa, CA last week. Two individuals received the Lifetime Achievement Award, and one received the Hall of Fame Award.
AGMA Foundation Announces New Board of Trustee Appointments at 2024 Annual Meeting
March 15, 2024
March 15, 2024 — Alexandria, VA — The AGMA Foundation announces changes to its Board of Trustees at the AGMA Members' Meeting during the 2024 Annual Meeting in Napa, California.
AGMA Announces New Board of Directors and Officers at 2024 Annual Meeting
March 14, 2024
March 14, 2024 — Alexandria, VA — The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) announces changes to its Board of Directors at the AGMA Member’s Meeting during the Annual Meeting in Napa, California.
Motion + Power Technology Expo Named In Top 50 Fastest Growing Shows List by Trade Show Executive
February 28, 2024
February 26 – Alexandria, VA – The Motion + Power Technology Expo (MPT Expo), owned by the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA), was recently recognized by Trade Show Executive magazine in their “Fastest 50” list. Tradeshows were evaluated in three categories: