Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition

What Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition does

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition (AOMC) is a nonprofit workforce development coalition founded in 2019 and headquartered in Marietta, Ohio. It operates as a manufacturer-led collaboration serving 11 counties in Southeast Ohio (Athens, Belmont, Gallia, Guernsey, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, and Washington), with a stated reach of 62 businesses served since 2023, 91 employees upskilled in 2025, and 2,459 students served since 2025 through camps, classroom visits, and internship programs. The organization is endorsed by the Ohio Manufacturers' Association as an Industry Sector Partnership and has received over $2.35M in cumulative grant funding, including a $1.396M ARC POWER grant (2023) and up to $930K from the federal Good Jobs Challenge (2022).

AOMC's core product is the Manufacturing Support Center (MSC), a state-of-the-art training facility opened in June 2023 in Broughton Industrial Park that houses industry-grade equipment including Haas VF-2 and ST-25 CNC machines, an ArcWorld 52 Robotic Welder, Fanuc CRX-51A robots, an IC3D 700 3D printer, and a Mitutoyo CMM V108. The MSC delivers hands-on training in CNC machining, MIG/TIG/Stick welding, robotics, CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion, Mastercam), blueprint reading, and PLC programming using Rockwell Automation's Studio 5000. A complementary Portable Tech Trailer brings 3D printers, FANUC robots, and welding equipment directly to schools, while a Career Hub portal (AOMC.careerhub.org) provides self-serve registration and job matching. Programs include ACE Bootcamp, ACE Metrology, TechCred-supported credentialing, paid internships, job shadowing, summer camps, and educator train-the-trainer workshops.

AOMC's revenue model combines recurring membership dues from manufacturers, per-person training fees ranging from $0 to $2,000, and grant funding from federal and state sources (ARC, U.S. EDA, Ohio Development Services Agency). Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, leveraging quarterly gatherings, job fairs, mobile training labs, and partner networks with Ohio University, Marshall University, Washington State Community College, Ohio Means Jobs, and NIMS. Leadership includes Dana Hermann (Executive Director, promoted May 2025; previously Nucor Steel and Russel Metals), Cecily Fyffe (Associate Director), Linn Yost (President; owner of Micro Machine Works), and Program Director George Bilokonsky.

Name

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition

Legal name

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition

Website

https://aomanufacturers.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition is a nonprofit, manufacturer-led coalition that delivers hands-on manufacturing skills training, credentialing, internships, and career placement across 11 counties in Southeast Ohio through its Marietta-based Manufacturing Support Center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workforce Development Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAAOAB

Employer-Led Workforce Partnerships & Sector Strategies

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Workforce Development Initiatives

SECONDARYEDABALAI

Education & Training Providers

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Industry-Specific Professional Training (e.g., Healthcare, Manufacturing, Construction)

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Workforce Readiness, Career Pathways & Youth Employment Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYEDANAIAM

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC)

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Professional Certification & Licensure Exam Prep

SECONDARYIMAAAJAC

Professional Training & Workforce Upskilling (AM)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing R&D, Training & Certification

SECONDARYBPACAEAB

Skilled Trades (Electricians/Plumbers/HVAC/Carpenters) Staffing

Business & Public Services/HR, Staffing & Recruitment Services/Blue-Collar & Skilled Trades Staffing

Keywords

• Manufacturing workforce training
• Technical skills education
• Apprenticeship and internships
• Career pathway programs
• Industry sector partnership

Headquarters

HQ city

Marietta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Manufacturers pay membership fees to join AOMC, gaining access to discounted training rates, equipment utilization, influence over training programs, and collaborative workforce solutions
2. Training Fees: Per-person fees for various training programs including welding, CNC machining, CAD, robotics courses. Some programs offered free or at reduced cost through grants and partnerships
3. Grant Funding: AOMC receives grant funding from government programs including ARC POWER Grant ($1,396,500), Good Jobs Challenge ($930,000), and Ohio Development Services Agency for workforce development initiatives

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition is a nonprofit, manufacturer-led coalition that connects people with manufacturing careers in Southeast Ohio through hands-on skills training, internships, job shadowing, summer camps, and educator programs. Its core deliverable is workforce development services delivered at the Manufacturing Support Center in Marietta, covering CNC machining, welding (MIG, TIG, Stick), robotics, 3D printing, CAD/CAM, and PLC programming using industry-grade equipment, supplemented by a Portable Tech Trailer mobile lab, an online Career Hub, and a manufacturer membership program.

Product overview

Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition (AOMC) offers a comprehensive workforce development ecosystem centered on hands-on manufacturing training and career advancement services. The core offerings include Manufacturing Skills Training Programs featuring CNC machining, welding, robotics, and CAD training at their Manufacturing Support Center in Marietta; ACE Bootcamp and ACE Metrology programs for machining fundamentals; specialized Welding and CNC & CAD Training courses; PLC Programming Training using Rockwell Automation technology; and Educator Training Programs including a Portable Tech Trailer. AOMC serves youth and adults through Summer Camps, Internship Programs, Job Shadowing, and a Career Hub Portal connecting job seekers with manufacturing opportunities across 11 Southeast Ohio counties. Additional services include TechCred credential support, Equipment Rentals, Membership Program with discounted rates, and the Made in Appalachia Initiative for workforce training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Manufacturing Skills Training Programs Hands-on training programs in CNC machining, welding (MIG, TIG, Stick), robotics, 3D printing, blueprint reading, and CAD design delivered at AOMC's Marietta facility using industry-grade equipment, serving students, job seekers, and incumbent workers across Southeast Ohio.
• ACE Bootcamp America's Cutting Edge (ACE) Bootcamp combining self-paced online curriculum with hands-on, in-person CNC machining training where participants machine and assemble a piston air engine, introducing machining fundamentals to students and adults.
• ACE Metrology Comprehensive training program covering part dimensions, measuring instruments, and measurement uncertainty principles to address workforce challenges in machining and the machine tool industry.
• Welding Training Comprehensive welding instruction across Intro/Intermediate levels of MIG, TIG, Stick, and Aluminum welding plus Fabrication & Repair, designed for adults and students pursuing manufacturing welding careers.
• CNC and CAD Training CNC operator training (CNC Mill Operator, Haas CNC Mill) and CAD/CAM design courses (Intro to Fusion CAD, Intro to Fusion CAM, SolidWorks CAD Training, Mastercam Mill 3D Training) for adults and students seeking manufacturing design and machining careers.
• PLC Programming Training Intensive PLC programming training using Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Logix Designer with APT PLC-HMI-CL Trainer Stations, covering ladder logic, process control, and data manipulation for industrial automation careers.
• Summer Camps Manufacturing-focused summer camps for students including Welding Camp, Battle Bot Camp, Drone Camp, and Morgan Local Schools Summer Tech Camp that provide hands-on STEM and manufacturing exposure.
• Internship Program Paid summer internship program for high school (grades 10-12) and college students who have completed AOMC job shadowing, offering hands-on learning experiences with local Southeast Ohio manufacturers.
• Job Shadowing Career exposure program allowing students to observe manufacturing professionals in-person or virtually at local manufacturer facilities, typically as a prerequisite to the paid internship program.
• Educator Training Programs Train-the-trainer programs for educators including free teacher workshops (Tormach CNC Mill, Fusion CAD, 3D Printing, TinkerCAD), Portable Tech Trailer visits, and curriculum support for K-12 and post-secondary instructors in Southeast Ohio.
• TechCred Program Support AOMC support for Ohio's TechCred Program, helping employers upskill employees with technology-focused credentials such as C Programming, NIMS certifications, Mastercam, SolidWorks CAD, and FANUC robotics certifications.
• Manufacturing Support Center State-of-the-art regional training facility at 2351 State Route 821, Building 23, Marietta, OH, housing ArcWorld 52 Robotic Welder, IC3D 700 3D printer, Haas VF-2 and ST-25 CNC machines, Mitutoyo CMM V108, and Fanuc CRX-51A robots for customized manufacturing training and equipment access.
• Career Hub Portal Online career portal at AOMC.careerhub.org connecting job seekers with manufacturing career opportunities, training registration, and job placement assistance across Southeast Ohio.
• Manufacturer Membership Program Annual membership program for regional manufacturers offering discounted training rates, access to advanced equipment at the Manufacturing Support Center, workforce development collaboration, and direct input on AOMC training programs.
• Equipment Rentals Equipment rental services that allow member manufacturers to utilize advanced manufacturing technology (CNC, robotics, 3D printing, welding, CMM) housed at the Manufacturing Support Center for production and testing.
• Made in Appalachia Initiative State-funded short-term workforce training initiative with career coaching designed to train workers for manufacturing jobs in the Appalachian Ohio region.

Quantifiable outcome

• 91 employees upskilled in 2025; 2,459 students served since 2025; 62 businesses served since 2023
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• America MakescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 July 2021Partnership with America Makes and Marietta City Schools for Ohio Secondary Education Additive Manufacturing Training Network (OHAMTN). AOMC nominated Marietta City Schools for inclusion in the program providing Dremel DigiLab 3D45 printer bundles, curriculum, and professional development for teachers across 10 Ohio high schools.
• Washington County Career CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in Manufacturing Support Center development and youth-to-adult talent pipeline for Ohio Valley region with industry credentials.
• Ohio UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides interns and curriculum through ASCENT Ecosystem; collaborated on Intel semiconductor training workshop; partner in GROW Appalachia Project and summer camp sponsorship.
• Marshall University (Advanced Manufacturing Center)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormerly Robert C. Byrd Institute; provides industry specialists/instructors through train-the-trainer program and industry credentials (NIMS). AOMC visited Danville, VA facility to learn workforce development approaches.
• Pennsylvania Tri-Teams CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShares best practices, resources, networking, and curriculum providing career pathways, mentors, and sustainable employment opportunities.
• National Museum of EducationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in Manufacturing Support Center development and youth-to-adult talent pipeline initiatives.
• ConvergeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in Manufacturing Support Center development and GROW Appalachia Project.
• Building Bridges to Careers (BB2C)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner for internship programs, student career exploration, and workforce development events including Job Fair Tour. Connects students with manufacturing internships.
• Ohio Means Jobs (Athens County)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsored Manufacturing Job Fair Tour; supports workforce development initiatives connecting job seekers with manufacturing employers.
• NIMS (National Institute for Manufacturing Skills)majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAOMC presented $25,000 to support NIMS training at Miba Bearings; NIMS provides industry-recognized credentials and train-the-trainer programs.
• Ohio Manufacturers' AssociationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndorsed Sector Partnership; logo displayed on website indicating official recognition for workforce development efforts.
• Washington State Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeads inCERT Yourself program providing industry-recognized credentials to students; collaborated with AOMC for student workforce development.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Converge: A workforce development partner of AOMC with a comparable regional model for connecting educators, employers, and job seekers in advanced manufacturing. Operates similarly as a project partner in the GROW Appalachia initiative.
• Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) / Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Center: A West Virginia-based nonprofit that provides advanced manufacturing workforce training and is a direct partner of AOMC. Operates similar programs in CNC, welding, robotics, and additive manufacturing, with comparable credentialing and regional impact model.
• Pennsylvania Tri-Teams Coalition: A workforce development coalition in Pennsylvania that shares best practices with AOMC. Closely comparable regional employer-led coalition model focused on manufacturing career pathways and youth-to-adult talent pipelines.
• Building Bridges to Careers (BB2C): Southeast Ohio-based nonprofit that connects students with manufacturing internships and career exploration. AOMC's direct partner in internship programs, with overlapping mission and geographic footprint in the same region.

Broad incumbents

• Tooling U-SME: National manufacturing workforce training provider offering online and blended CNC, welding, and machining training. Comparable in offering industry-aligned manufacturing training but operates as a national commercial provider rather than a regional coalition.
• Ohio Manufacturers' Association: Ohio's statewide manufacturing industry trade association that has endorsed AOMC as a sector partnership. Comparable in mission of advancing manufacturing in Ohio but operates at the state level through advocacy, not regional workforce delivery.

Emerging players

• America Makes: National accelerator for additive manufacturing and 3D printing, and an AOMC partner. Comparable in advancing AM training and workforce development, but operates at a national/network level rather than regional employer-led coalition.

Regional players

• MAGNET (Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network): Cleveland-based nonprofit MEP and manufacturing innovation organization that provides workforce and innovation services to Ohio manufacturers. Comparable mission but operates in northern Ohio rather than AOMC's Appalachian region.

Others

• Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC): Federal economic development agency funding AOMC's GROW Appalachia Project. Not a peer in operational sense but a key funder and comparator in place-based economic development strategy for the Appalachian region.
• NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills): National credentialing body for manufacturing skills that delivers train-the-trainer programs and industry-recognized credentials. AOMC funnels trainees through NIMS credentials, making NIMS a complementary, not directly competitive, peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AOManufacturers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/appalachian-ohio-manufacturer-s-coalition

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

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