New ‘Made In America Manufacturing Initiative’, touted in Bozeman would assist small manufacturers nationwide

The Small Business Administration came to Bozeman to share how a new plan, the Made In America Manufacturing Initiative, will help small manufacturers like Acela.

The initiative is designed to increase access to capital, improve opportunities for public and private investments in support of manufacturing in America and help small businesses export their products on a global scale.

Associate administrator Lisa Shimkat said it’s crucial to help places like Montana, where businesses may be overlooked in the manufacturing industry, and understand where companies might need assistance.