SFMA committees give members a practical way to become more involved in South Florida’s manufacturing community. Committee members collaborate with peers, contribute ideas to SFMA initiatives and help support programs that serve manufacturers and industry partners across the region.
For members looking for more than event attendance alone, committee participation can turn occasional connections into ongoing working relationships. It can also create opportunities to strengthen your organization, share experience, learn from other professionals and contribute to the association in a focused, hands-on way.
Why join an SFMA committee?
Serving on a committee is one way to make your SFMA membership more active and more connected. Depending on the committee, members may exchange ideas, support association initiatives, share subject-matter expertise or help strengthen programs that serve the regional manufacturing community.
Become more active in the manufacturing community
Move beyond attending events and take part in initiatives that support SFMA members and the regional manufacturing sector.
Build stronger industry relationships
Work alongside manufacturing leaders and other engaged professionals in a collaborative setting, creating repeated opportunities to learn from one another and stay connected.
Contribute your expertise
Bring your professional experience and perspective to discussions that can help shape SFMA initiatives and resources.
Support other members
Help strengthen the information, connections and opportunities that make SFMA membership valuable across the community.
Grow professionally
Develop leadership, communication, planning and problem-solving skills through hands-on participation and collaboration.
What does committee participation look like?
Each committee has a different focus, and meeting schedules vary. As of September 2026, several SFMA committees publish recurring virtual schedules, while others list current meeting dates on the live event calendar. Because schedules can change, members should confirm the latest details before attending.
The best fit is usually a committee that aligns with your professional experience, business priorities or an area where you want to contribute more actively. The examples below highlight selected active SFMA committees and current public details.
Explore some of SFMA’s active committees
Women in Manufacturing Committee
This committee enhances professional development for women in key manufacturing roles, providing a platform for current and next-generation manufacturers to be actively engaged in the art of manufacturing.
Format & schedule: Virtual; third Tuesday of each month, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Chairs: Erin Mumford, Q’Straint; Regan Ora, Stryker. Women in Manufacturing Committee details.
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Committee
The EHS Committee connects SFMA members with subject-matter experts for EHS training, supplies, references and services, and serves as a resource for members establishing or improving EHS programs.
September 2026 meeting: Friday, September 11, 12:00-1:00 p.m., virtual. The current committee page lists Marty Perrone, Everything Arc Flash, and Alan Mirski, International Medical Industries, Inc. EHS Committee details.
Marketing Committee
The Marketing Committee acts as an extension of the marketing department, helping SFMA develop and implement campaigns while using members’ networks to spread awareness of the association’s initiatives.
Format & schedule: Virtual; third Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Co-Chairs: Chris Albert, Fortress Anchors; Jeb Reynolds, Centuric. Marketing Committee details.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee serves as a sounding board for strategies and resources that grow SFMA membership across the region. The committee also runs the Ambassador Program to strengthen the experience of new and existing members.
Format & schedule: Virtual; second Tuesday of each month, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Co-Chairs: Eli La Rosa, Amerant Bank; Christine McAniff, Kimre. Membership Committee details.
Marine Manufacturing Committee
A collaborative initiative between SFMA and MIASF, the Marine Manufacturing Committee is designed to strengthen South Florida’s marine and manufacturing industries through shared resources, advocacy and innovation.
September 2026 meeting: Friday, September 11, 8:30-10:00 a.m. To participate, contact Eve Crowley at ecrowley@sfma.org. Marine Manufacturing Committee details.
These are selected active committees. SFMA’s live calendar also includes other committee activity. View the current SFMA event and committee calendar for the latest dates and opportunities.
Ready to get involved?
Committee service helps members turn professional connections into shared progress. By showing up, sharing ideas and collaborating with peers, members can strengthen their own network while helping make SFMA more valuable for others.
To explore committee participation, email info@sfma.org or view the live SFMA calendar. Meeting dates are subject to change, so confirm current information before attending.
