Fremont Economic Development Department Partners with CMTA in First-of-its-Kind Collaboration
SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) and the City of Fremont's Economic Development Department are entering a private-public partnership to increase the visibility of the City's brand and profile statewide – supporting Fremont's manufacturing sector and economy.
- "This unique collaboration marks a significant milestone in our commitment to driving economic prosperity and fostering innovation with our manufacturers," said Lance Hastings, CEO & President of CMTA.
- "Fremont serves as the foundry for Silicon Valley, where companies making physical technologies come to scale," said Donovan Lazaro, Economic Development Director for the City of Fremont.
- Through multiple workforce development programs, Fremont partners with local schools including Fremont Unified School District and Ohlone Community College's Smart Manufacturing Technology (SMTech) Program, Tesla Manufacturing Development Program, and the Biotechnology Department to foster the next generation of manufacturers.
- Through harnessing their combined knowledge and resources, Fremont and CMTA stand ready to enhance their influence and support manufacturers throughout the region.