Goals of the Cluster Initiative
Potential Regional Impact
Advanced Materials Training Center central to the area
Reduced unemployment rate
Become regional cross-border hub for advanced materials activity
Infusion of technology into other industries
Develop or attract 5 to 10 new materials suppliers
Locate two more Original Equipment Manufacturers in 3-5 years within the region
Capacity
Strengthen regional capacity for advanced materials manufacturing
Use education to increase the awareness and appreciation of opportunities in advanced materials manufacturing among the region's youth and workforce
Develop awareness of cluster methods to apply in future regional development
Market
Stimulate demand for composites at the local and state level
Identify and define the supply chain
Public awareness of goals and capacity
Create national and international awareness of the region
Process
Link public and private sectors
Create a shared vision
Effective tri-county intergovernmental operation
Improved understanding and collaboration among public and private players in cluster-based economic devlopment
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