ReImagine Appalachia Seeks Feedback on Appalachian Manufacturing Action Plan
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ReImagine Appalachia
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Summary
ReImagine Appalachia is finalizing the Appalachian Manufacturing Action Plan (AMAP). A workshop discussion gathered feedback on key initiatives including seeking organizational endorsements, forming an Appalachian Manufacturing Advisory Board, taking AMAP on an Appalachian Roadshow, and developing a federal policy platform. Robotics and AI were highlighted as important for manufacturing skills. The session was facilitated by Bay Epperly.
Key quotes
· 1 pulledRobotics and AI will be important and manufacturing skills cou
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