Research, Innovation and Technology
ICYMI: NAM Opposes Biden Administration’s Proposal to Undermine Manufacturers’ IP Rights
Washington, D.C. – Following the National Association of Manufacturers’ submission of comments opposing the Biden administration’s proposal that would allow the government to march in and seize the rights to groundbreaking innovations developed by manufacturers, NAM Vice President of Domestic Policy Charles Crain released the following statement: “Undermining America’s world-leading patent system is a recipe …
Jennifer Abril to Chair NAM’s Council of Manufacturing Associations
Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers announced new 2024 leadership for its Council of Manufacturing Associations at the CMA 2024 Winter Leadership Conference. Jennifer Abril, president and CEO of the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates, will serve as chair, and Alison Bodor, president and CEO of the American Frozen Food Institute, will …
Manufacturers Launch Seven-Figure Ad Campaign Opposing Biden Administration’s March-In Proposal
Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers has launched a seven-figure television and digital advertising campaign opposing the Biden Administration’s new proposal that would allow the government to march in and seize the rights to groundbreaking innovations developed by manufacturers. “This radical new proposal is a major threat to manufacturers in America and counter …
NAM Announces New Board Leadership
Seasoned Executives Take Helm at NAM as Policymakers Debate Competitiveness Issues for Manufacturing Industry
Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers announced its Board of Directors has elected Johnson & Johnson Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Operations and Risk Officer Kathy Wengel as board chair and Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO Blake Moret as vice chair. “Building on the solid foundation left by Immediate Past Chair Jim …
New Study: “Right-to-Repair” Stifles Innovation, Threatens Consumer Safety
Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Manufacturers released a new








