The Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association

10/08/2026

Bob Coyne has long been the indispensable voice of The Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association, shaping the region’s technology and manufacturing landscape. His leadership helped create one of NY's largest registered apprenticeship programs and the remarkable ROC With Your Hands event. Congrats on your retirement!

09/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our September Golf & Clam Bake Tournament at Locust Hill Country Club! It was a great day of golf, networking, and time spent with members and friends of the Rochester manufacturing community.

A special thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible and supporting the RTMA’s work throughout the year. We truly appreciate your continued partnership and commitment to our manufacturing community.

And, of course, thank you to all of our RTMA members, golfers, volunteers, and staff who helped make the day such a success. From the course to dinner, it was great to see so many familiar faces and make new connections along the way.

We’re grateful for the continued support of our RTMA community and look forward to seeing everyone at our next event! ⛳️

Event Sponsor: Brown & Brown
Platinum Sponsors: Trident Precision Manufacturing, OptiPro Systems, Rochester Gas & Electric
Bronze Sponsor: Turning Point Tool
Metals Sponsor: Murphy and Nolan, Inc.
Steel Sponsors: Hadley's Fab-Weld Inc, NBT Bank
Signage Sponsor: Panther Graphics, Inc.
Hole Sponsors: Rock Emergency Services, Turning Point Tool
Golf Carts Sponsor: Economic and Workforce Development Center
Driving Range Sponsor: Brite
Score Card Sponsor: Genesee Regional Bank
Score Board Sponsor: iSECURE
Mulligans: Bowers Accountants & Advisors
Registration Table: QED Technologies International LLC
Tee Sponsors: NYMAT Machine Tool Corp, Greater Rochester Enterprise, M&T Bank, Ralph W. Earl Company

Send a message to learn more

09/24/2026

Looking to start a career in advanced manufacturing?

The RTMA is proud to support the Finger Lakes ON-RAMP Initiative alongside RochesterWorks and Monroe Community College (MCC) to help individuals build in-demand skills and explore career opportunities in advanced manufacturing.

SACA C-110: Advanced Manufacturing
Date: Starts November 1
Length: 9-week online course

This course introduces foundational manufacturing concepts and skills, with an opportunity to earn an industry-recognized SACA certification.
Even better — eligible participants may have the cost of the course covered through RochesterWorks, along with support for technology barriers, enrollment, and pathways to additional training.

This opportunity is ideal for entry-level workers interested in manufacturing, automation, robotics, and other advanced manufacturing careers.

Interested in learning more or checking your eligibility?
Reach out to Lee Koslow or Viatta T. Carter at RochesterWorks.
See the flyer below for more information!

09/23/2026

Ruth is on the road! Today, we’re excited to connect with our Rochester community at Roc the Block’s 6th Annual Employment & Resource Community Fair. We’re here to connect with job seekers, share career resources, and introduce opportunities through our Manufacturing Pre-Apprentice Training program.

📍 Parcel 5 | 285 E. Main Street, Rochester, NY
📅 September 23 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Stop by, say hello, learn more about manufacturing careers, and discover how you can take the next step toward a rewarding career!

09/22/2026

TWO WEEKS until ROC With Your Hands!

Calling all advanced manufacturing, skilled trades, heavy equipment, and automotive technology companies, there's still time to sign up!

With 1,400+ students in grades 7-12 expected to attend, ROC With Your Hands is one of the region's largest career exploration events and a great opportunity to showcase your industry to the next generation.

Date: Tuesday, October 6
Location: Rochester Community Sports

Vendor registration deadline is next week, don't miss out!
Vendor Registration: https://lnkd.in/eZ3sExnm
Volunteer Registration: https://lnkd.in/eDbs7p-F

09/15/2026

Soon, more than 1,400 students will gather for ROC With Your Hands to explore careers and connect with local manufacturers. It’s a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together as a community.

There’s still time to be part of it.

Secure your place: https://lnkd.in/eZ3sExnm

Volunteers still needed - flexible shifts!
To sign up: https://lnkd.in/eDbs7p-F

09/01/2026

Advanced manufacturers, skilled trades, heavy equipment, and automotive technology - don’t miss your chance to be part of ROC With Your Hands!

The support behind this year’s ROC With Your Hands is bigger than ever!
We’re proud to showcase the incredible sponsors helping us connect students with hands-on experiences, career opportunities, and the future of manufacturing.

See who’s supporting ROC With Your Hands this year! Want your company in front of 1,500+ students and alongside some of the region’s leading manufacturers and organizations? Become a vendor and get involved!

Hosts: City of Rochester, Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association
Monroe County Department of Planning and Development
RochesterWorks, Wegmans Food Markets, M&T Bank
Monroe Community College
Brown & Brown
Workforce Development Institute (WDI), SPX FLOW, now ITT Flow Technologies
UNiCON Rochester, Barilla Group, NYSERDA, Triple-O, Builders Exchange of Rochester, CIAR, CNY Kitchen and Bath
OptiPro Systems
Interested in sponsorship for ROC With Your Hands? Please contact our office at [email protected]

Event Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2026
More info: https://www.rtma.org/rwyh

There’s still time to join us – reserve your spot today!

08/20/2026

Celebrating the 6th annual Genesee Valley Mechatronics Pre-Apprenticeship Boot Camp graduates! These programs provide hands-on training, paid work experience, and a pathway to rewarding careers in advanced manufacturing. Congratulations to this year’s graduates!

Read more at - https://lnkd.in/gpSTRBvM