Posts by rjones@gamfg.org
Transformer – 3/26/25
Transformer – 3/26/25
Read MoreGAM Spring Meeting: Smith + Howard CEO to present on Succession Planning for manufacturersÂ
GAM Spring Meeting: Smith + Howard CEO to present on Succession Planning for manufacturers Smith + Howard CEO Sean Taylor GAM is delighted that Sean Taylor, CEO, Smith + Howard, will be attending our Spring Meeting to deliver a keynote presentation and moderate an expert panel on succession planning for manufacturers.  Smith +…
Read MoreGAM welcomes Clearwater Paper Corporation
GAM welcomes Clearwater Paper Corporation We are excited to welcome Clearwater Paper Corporation. as a new manufacturing member of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers. Â Last year Clearwater Paper acquired a bleached paperboard manufacturing facility in Augusta, joining the ranks of Georgia manufacturers. Clearwater Paper is a premier supplier of private brand…
Read MoreFrom Paper to Digital: Transforming Georgia’s Manufacturing LandscapeÂ
From Paper to Digital: Transforming Georgia’s Manufacturing Landscape For almost thirty years I’ve worked in technology in Georgia. Beginning in the 1990’s, I worked on some of the largest web and digital properties, like CNN, Coca Cola, and the NBA. In 2019 I had the opportunity to begin looking at how augmented and virtual…
Read MoreFull Court Press: Celebrating GAM, Advocating for Manufacturing
Full Court Press: Celebrating GAM, Advocating for Manufacturing GAM staff, members, and assorted dignitaries at GAM Day 2025. In the 125-year history of GAM, there has never been a March like this. Let me give you a quick recap. March 5th was GAM Day in the State Capitol. Over 75 GAM members and…
Read MoreGAM welcomes The Timbermen
GAM welcomes The Timbermen We are excited to welcome The Timbermen, Inc. as a new Manufacturing member of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers.  Based in Camak, Georgia, The Timbermen is a leading vertically integrated pallet manufacturer, serving industries with high-quality, custom pallets and export packaging solutions. With a capacity of 50,000 units weekly…
Read MoreTransformer – 2/12/25
Transformer – 2/12/25
Read MoreGAM welcomes Metcam
GAM welcomes Metcam We are excited to welcome Metcam as a new Manufacturing member of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers.   Headquartered in Alpharetta, Metcam is a premier fabricator of precision sheet metal components and assemblies. With advanced manufacturing capabilities and a commitment to quality, Metcam serves a variety of industries, including aerospace, telecommunications, and industrial…
Read MoreGAM welcomes K Machine
GAM welcomes K Machine We are excited to welcome K Machine Industrial Services as a new Manufacturing member of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers.  K Machine is a manufacturer of large turbine components and a fabricator of equipment for wood yards and paper mills. Their expertise includes high-pressure steam turbine valves, large turbine bearing housings,…
Read More125 Candles: Happy Birthday GAM!
125 Candles: Happy Birthday GAM! A lot has changed in 125 years, and not just the name of the Association. It’s 1901.  Members of the newly formed Georgia Industrial Association gather at their first annual meeting to reflect on the inaugural year. Bowler hats, top hats, hoop skirts and parasols are everywhere. I’ve seen the…
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