SEMMA provides its members with a strong, clear voice, able to participate in the ongoing regional and national debate regarding the critical need for an innovative and sustainable manufacturing community. We advocate for good government policy and decision making to assist in keeping manufacturing viable in a global context. As a professional association, it is our business to know everything manufacturing. This means we are familiar with changes that effect industry performance, opportunities and challenges faced by our members day in, day out. We share this intelligence for the benefit of members to give them the greatest chance of ongoing success. Our Charter is to: Influence Governments apolitically on manufacturing issues; Promote Members’ and regional capability both locally and internationally; Identify business opportunities and stimulate manufacturing businesses; Encourage collaboration between members; Collaborate with other institutions such as CSIRO, Universities and government bodies; and Commit to corporate, environmental and social responsibilities. At SEMMA, we also recognise the importance of manufacturing to the community at large, which is why we want all members to be high achievers. High performing manufacturers results in the industry continuing to be a powerhouse of economic development for the region. Why is this important you may ask? Because studies have revealed that in manufacturing, for every $1 million in new or retained output, up to 6-10 equivalent full time (EFT) jobs are provided*. Therefore, the multiplier effects from the growth of any one manufacturer has the potential to positively impact your business, and as long as the industry is succeeding, then win-wins are experienced all around. SEMMA is managed by an elected board of 10 voluntary manufacturing members, plus 1 from education, 1 from R&D, 1 Global specialist and 2 from City of Greater Dandenong Business Development.