The Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the RTMA honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We are also proud to support Veterans as they transition into rewarding careers in advanced manufacturing through the RTMA’s sponsorship of the New York State Registered Apprenticeship Program. With approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veteran apprentices are now eligible for GI Bill and other VA educational benefits while building hands-on careers in our manufacturing industry.

Thank you to all who have served and continue to strengthen our communities and workforce.

For more information about veteran apprentices, please contact Bill Rotenberg at [email protected]

Read More: https://www.rtma.org/post/rtma-now-offering-additional-benefits-for-veterans-in-the-nys-registered-apprenticeship-program-1

05/19/2026

Thanks to the Submarine Industrial Base for inviting us to Go Bowling at Watkins Glen this month. The RTMA stands with BuildSubmarines to recruit, train and retain a skilled workforce. Learn more on May 27th at an event with at NextCorps. Link in the first comment.

05/13/2026

Proud to be a part of the Hello Rochester digital magazine, in collaboration with the City of Rochester, US Conference of Mayors and CGI. If you're an RTMA member that wants to be showcased, email is at [email protected] or call 585-510-6557.

HelloRochester • Building the Future of Manufacturing Starts with People

05/11/2026

The RTMA received the 2026 Community Champion for Public Education Award from ACT for Education. Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES nominated the association for its commitment to the betterment of local schools through partnerships, support and service. The RTMA partners with BOCES 2 on its pre-apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship programs and various career exploration events.

05/11/2026

Congratulations to the 11 graduates of the Real Life Rosies® Pre-Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES and the Center for Workforce Development (CWD)!

These graduates completed intensive workforce training designed to prepare them for careers and registered apprenticeships in advanced manufacturing helping build the next generation of skilled talent in our region.

The RTMA is proud to continue creating pathways into rewarding manufacturing careers through hands-on training, industry credentials and strong community partnerships.

Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBjnGygU

05/07/2026

Sneak peek behind the scenes with PrimeTime585 discussing how student athletes’ teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills align with opportunities through the Finger Lakes Youth Apprenticeship Program and careers in advanced manufacturing. Stay tuned for more!

05/05/2026

This is Small Business Week – a time to celebrate the dozens of RTMA members from family-owned businesses, local shops and more! Small businesses are the backbone of our community and local economy. We’re proud to celebrate our small business members alongside those who have grown to larger teams, ranging from just 3 employees to over 350. Regardless of company size, the RTMA remains committed to supporting every member’s continued growth and success.

05/01/2026

On Day 5, the concluding day of National Apprenticeship Week, we’re proud to highlight the lasting impact of the RTMA’s FLYAP program.

FLYAP since its inception in 2018, has placed dozens of students in local manufacturing companies. The program was created to build a pipeline to get more youth into the workforce. Here are some examples of those who were FLYAP students and are now apprentices or Journey workers at local companies.

From classroom to career, these success stories represent what’s possible when education and industry come together. This is what workforce development looks like in action.

Manufacturers: the future of your workforce is already here, let’s continue to build it together.

04/30/2026

Day 4 of National Apprenticeship Week is all about the future and how AI is expanding access and opportunity in Registered Apprenticeship.

At the RTMA, we’re proud to partner with RIT National Technical Institute for the Deaf to create more inclusive pathways into manufacturing for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. By integrating AI-powered tools into our training environments, we’re helping break down communication barriers in real time.

From PowerPoint’s live captioning and subtitles during presentations to tools like Otter.ai that provide real-time transcription in classrooms and on the shop floor, technology is making apprenticeship more accessible, engaging, and equitable.

This is what innovation in workforce development looks like, meeting learners where they are and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

04/29/2026

Day 3 of National Apprenticeship Week | Part 2
Apprenticeship isn’t just a workforce solution, it’s a long-term investment in people and companies in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region.

At the RTMA, we’re proud to see the impact of our NYS Registered Apprenticeship Program continue to grow:
• 80+ apprentices registered
• 24 participating companies
• 9 new signatory companies in 2025
• 11 advanced manufacturing trades supported
• Over $1M secured to fund education, tools, and training

These numbers represent more than growth, they reflect real opportunities. Opportunities for individuals to build meaningful careers, and for manufacturers to develop skilled, reliable talent from within.
Registered Apprenticeship creates a direct pipeline from learning to earning, combining hands-on experience with structured education. It’s how we strengthen our workforce today while preparing for tomorrow.

Manufacturers: if you’re looking to build your talent pipeline, we’re here to help. Please contact Bill Rotenberg at [email protected] if you are interested or visit our website at https://lnkd.in/eRXMQfmE