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5 ways to create a strong learning culture with limited budget and time.
July 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Matthew Fieldman, Director of Strategic Projects and Innovation at Tooling U-SME, breaks down why most CEO peer gatherings lose momentum the moment everyone heads back to the inbox, and how SME Executive Edge is designed differently.
March 13, 2026 • 3 min read
Matthew Fieldman, Director of Strategic Projects and Innovation at Tooling U-SME, makes the case that the best advice manufacturing CEOs ever get doesn't come from a conference slide or a consultant's report. It comes from the CEO sitting across the table who already tried it.
March 13, 2026 • 4 min read
Matthew Fieldman, Director of Strategic Projects and Innovation at Tooling U-SME, explains why the hardest part of running a manufacturing company isn't the machine downtime or the customer crises. It's having no one to call when the decisions get heavy.
Certified Master Personal Branding and Digital Strategist, Jacqueline Peros, emphasizes that leveraging your voice, owning your identity, and asking for what you need are essential drivers of long-term success.
February 20, 2026 • 4 min read
Transitioning from the classroom to the manufacturing workplace can be both exciting and overwhelming. Kyle Saleeby, an experienced Mechanical Engineer and R&D Leader, shared insights into his journey, and how to successfully navigate this shift.
With millions of manufacturing jobs at risk, early STEM access matters. See how Project SYNCERE is building a real workforce pipeline through mentorship and hands-on engineering.
January 21, 2026 • 8 min read
SME membership is more than a credential, it’s your gateway to knowledge, professional growth, and global connections in the manufacturing industry. In 2026, your membership offers a wide range of benefits designed to help you stay informed, connected, and competitive. Here’s what you may not know about your SME membership and how to make the most of it.
January 7, 2026 • 5 min read
Understand how the CPS Computer Science team supports FIRST FRC and FTC teams across high schools and middle schools. Hear insights from Kevin Mendoza, Content Specialist at CPS, with Greg Jones, SME.
December 11, 2025 • 8 min read
