Our Mission
Established in 2006, the DCMA’s mission and purpose is to provide our 300+ Garland-based manufacturing professionals with the resources they need to succeed in an ever-changing global economy. We address the needs of the manufacturing community by providing peer-driven solutions, grant information, partnerships with entities, and training & development to current challenges in the workforce, as well as building a workforce pipeline of ready-to-work college students.
DCMA Brochure
Garland is one of the largest manufacturing cities in the state of Texas with more than 300 manufacturers.
Benefits of a DCMA Membership
- Be part of Dallas County’s only inclusive Manufacturing Association focused on your success.
- Connect to resources to develop people. We have recruitment connections with area high schools, Dallas College and Workforce Solutions Dallas.
- Access to skills development resources and grant-funded training through Dallas College.
- Stay current on industry’s best practices through special events.
- Utilize the relationships established by DCMA to resolve issues with respect to regulatory compliance.
- Advocacy on various issues at the local, state and federal level.
For a more complete list of benefits and testimonials refer to the DCMA brochure.
The DCMA Leadership Academy
Conducted twice a year, this program equips manufacturing employees with the skills they need to take on advanced leadership roles. Designed in partnership with the Dallas College | Garland Center, participants learn to apply skills in goal setting, communication, change management, conflict management, and more. Contact us today for more information on the next enrollment period.
For more information on our next enrollment period, please email info@garlandchamber.com
Recruitment and Workforce Development
Through a partnership with several key organizations, we work to ensure business owners have access to properly trained, reliable employees.
Featured Member
Frost Bank
Frost provides a full range of banking, investments and insurance services to businesses and individuals in the Austin, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Permian Basin, Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio regions. Founded in 1868, Frost has helped Texans with their financial needs during three centuries.