As part of the Trade Act of 1974, the program is an integral part
of our nation's trade policy. Helping domestic firms stay competitive
leads to stronger, more efficient businesses. Importantly, it also
leads to higher-quality, lower-cost products for consumers. The
program is sponsored by the Economic
Development Administration, U.S.
Department of Commerce.
Objective
The mission of GLTAAC is to assist import-impacted
manufacturers in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. The objectives of the
Great Lakes TAAC are to:
immediately strengthen a firm's competitiveness
through practical assistance via planning and analysis, and
enhance long-term opportunities for business
growth and employment through management and technical assistance.
To achieve its objective, the Great Lakes TAAC will:
guide firms through the certification
process;
assist firms with business analysis and
in the development of improvement plans;
facilitate implementation of these plans
through use of appropriate independent consultants.
Professional Staff
The Great Lakes TAAC is staffed by professionals
in engineering, marketing and finance, who average over 15 years
of industry experience. The GLTAAC has over 25 years of experience
in business problem diagnosis and matching private sector expertise
with the needs of small and medium-sized manufacturers. The Center
also has access to the resources and knowledge base of one of America's
top research universities. Meet our staff members here.
By
the early 1980s, the severity of import penetration throughout the
Midwest, particularly in the tri-state area, could not be ignored.
As a result, TAA program administration determined that the creation
of a new center to serve Indiana, Michigan and Ohio was necessary.
The Great Lakes Trade Adjustment Assistance Center was established
at the University of Michigan in 1983.
Other Organizations
Local and national resources are available
to manufacturers throughout the tri-state area. For links to other
organizations, state programs, and related assistance and development
resources, please click here.
By
the early 1980s, the severity of import penetration throughout the
Midwest, particularly in the tri-state area, could not be ignored.
As a result, TAA program administration determined that the creation
of a new center to serve Indiana, Michigan and Ohio was necessary.
The Great Lakes Trade Adjustment Assistance Center was established
at the University of Michigan in 1983.