Manufacturing & Onshoring Resources

Made in America
Built by Small Businesses Like You

 
In 2025, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its new Made in America Manufacturing Initiative, which aims  to restore American economic dominance and national security by empowering small manufacturers.

Our goal is to work with the SBA and other partners to support companies that manufacture, want to onshore operations, strengthen their supply chains, and source the components they need made in the USA. Visit SBA’s Make Onshoring Great Again portal to learn more.

We’ve collected resources specifically to help small manufacturers to 

  • Improve access to capital
  • Help small businesses export their products on a global scale
  • Improve opportunities for  investment in support of manufacturing in America
For more one-on-one support, contact your local SBDC office and set an appointment with on of our accredited consultants!
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Sable Controls LLC - Midland Tx
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Manufacturing Support Entities

Explore resources that help manufacturers improve operations, boost productivity, and stay competitive. From expert guidance to practical solutions, these organizations offer tools tailored to your business needs.

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Workforce Development

Discover programs that help manufacturers build and retain a skilled workforce. Linked resources include customized training, certifications, career development opportunities, and access to grants and worker support programs

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Funding, Scaling & Partnerships

Connect with resources that support manufacturing growth—from access to capital and strategic planning to regional economic development contacts and grant opportunities.
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Startup & Innovation

Explore incubators, innovation support hubs, and programs that help innovators and manufacturers get started, prototype new ideas, and connect with collaborators.

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Red Tape Hotline

Concerns about federal regulations that impose excessive costs on small businesses? Tell them what is holding you back!

Manufacturing Success Stories

MB Sentinel

More than a delivery drop box. MB Sentinel champions more than protecting your home and property. We believe it’s the family inside your home who truly matters. 

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Heart of Gold Keepsakes

Angelina got help registering her business, getting her sales tax and use permit, and marketing. Angelina now has a website and takes direct orders from her home-based business.

Homemade Wines Downtown Bistro

With guidance from an SBDC consultant, they developed a comprehensive business plan, complete with financial projections and market research. Homemade Wines prides itself on producing every bottle in-house, from fermentation to bottling and labeling.  

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