The Texas Alliance of Manufacturers Associations (TAMA), sponsored by the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC), is a statewide initiative dedicated to strengthening and aligning local manufacturing and industry associations for collaboration, benchmarking, and advocacy. TAMA’s goal is to address the most pressing issues facing small to midsized manufacturers. In Texas, manufacturers with fewer than 100 employees represent 70% of the growing 20,000 manufacturers in the state. Despite being the backbone of the Texas economy, these manufacturers are grossly underrepresented and face unique challenges and needs.
Local manufacturers associations, when present in a community, significantly impact and bring positive attention to this vital sector of our economy. With 57% of graduating high school students in Texas not pursuing either a 2-year or a 4-year degree, the outdated perception of manufacturing as boring, dirty, and repetitive persists but is not accurate and needs to change. In reality, advanced manufacturing careers in industries such as semiconductors, electric vehicles, aerospace, and other high-tech fields offer rewarding opportunities and career advancement while producing products that enhance our daily lives and support valuable job growth in Texas.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support and amplify the impact of the existing regional Texas manufacturing associations, enhancing their influence within their membership and the broader manufacturing community. TAMA is also committed to fostering the development of new regional manufacturing associations in underserved areas of Texas. We strive to uniting and empower these associations to exchange best practices, advocate for industry and association growth, and cultivate a skilled workforce. Central to our efforts is our dedication to supporting the underrepresented small to mid-sized manufacturers, highlighting their vital contributions to the economic fabric of Texas and ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
At TAMA, we unite and empower Texas regional manufacturing and industry associations with the ultimate goal of helping small to mid-sized manufacturing companies thrive in Texas and compete across the country and globally. Participating in our Texas alliance provides access to a vibrant community of industry professionals and businesses, fostering meaningful connections and collaborative opportunities. Our participants benefit from extensive combined resources, including community education on the importance of manufacturing, best practices for operational efficiency, and access to targeted workshops, training sessions, trade shows, and webinars on the latest innovations and market insights.
We champion the interests of Texas manufacturing associations at both state and national levels, ensuring your voice is heard where it matters most. Involvement with TAMA provides exclusive insights into economic trends, policy developments, and export opportunities, while connecting you to a growing Texas supply chain network, equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead.
Join the TAMA effort and be part of our mission to strengthen Texas’s manufacturing sector, develop skilled workforces, and enhance the state economy. Together, we can forge a prosperous future for Texas manufacturing. Get involved today and become part of something bigger!!!
CEO
From his experience as a successful CEO, Robb Misso is a dedicated advocate for skilled workforce development, leadership growth, and the importance of domestic manufacturing. Actively engaging in community discussions, he champions these crucial causes. With over twenty-five years of advanced manufacturing leadership experience, Robb has been instrumental in emphasizing the importance of domestic manufacturing and the strategic value of a robust domestic semiconductor industry. He founded Dynamic Manufacturing Solutions, LLC in 2009, co-founded the Austin Regional Manufacturing Association (ARMA) in 2012, and was appointed to the Texas State Technical College Board of Regents by Governor Abbott in 2023.
As the CEO and Founder of Dynamic Manufacturing Solutions (DMS), Robb channeled his leadership and commitment to “Made in the USA” principles, establishing a manufacturing company focused on re-shoring semiconductor equipment production from low-cost regions to Central Texas. Under his leadership, DMS became one of Texas’s fastest-growing companies, showcasing the competitive advantage of American innovation, Texas skilled labor, and a focus on an empowering culture. In 2018, the Association of Corporate Growth (ACG) recognized DMS as one of the fastest-growing companies in Central Texas, and Robb was awarded the Visionary Leader of the Year Award by the National Association of Manufacturers.
With three decades of international manufacturing leadership experience, Robb Misso has a deep understanding of the global impact of outsourcing manufacturing. His proactive approach to addressing challenges in American manufacturing, combined with his emphasis on cultivating a positive company culture, has driven industry innovation and positively influenced local communities.
Robb is a passionate advocate for strong organizational culture, having witnessed its positive impact on business success firsthand. He speaks publicly on the importance of culture and consults with companies to help improve their performance through cultural initiatives. A lifelong student of leadership and culture, Robb’s ultimate goal is continuous personal and professional growth, striving to be better tomorrow than he is today.
The mission of the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) is to accelerate the profitable growth and competitiveness of Texas manufacturers.
