Unsung Heroes of Manufacturing: The African American Skydiver Who Built a WWII Manufacturing Company
Once known for his daring midair performances, Howard “Skippy” Smith traded the skies for his own factory floor.
Once known for his daring midair performances, Howard “Skippy” Smith traded the skies for his own factory floor.

The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) educates policymakers and the public, advocates for actions that will create more manufacturing jobs in America, and builds coalitions to support our mission. We have a 15+ year track record of success, and we see a brighter future for U.S. factories ahead. Learn more.
AAM was founded in 2007 by leading domestic manufacturers and the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union, with a clear mission: strengthen American manufacturing through smart public policies.

Capacity utilization for manufacturing dropped slightly to 75.7% in August.
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