Key Takeaways from UMA's 2017 National Gathering: Seattle

At our 2017 National Gathering in Seattle, the Urban Manufacturing Alliance and local partner Seattle Made convened over 100 manufacturing leaders and practitioners to explore how locally rooted production can strengthen urban economies. Set against the backdrop of a city balancing rapid growth with community preservation, the event spotlighted strategies for supporting small manufacturers and makers—from collaborative branding efforts to inclusive real estate development. This report captures key takeaways from the Gathering, including how place-based pride and buy-local movements can fuel resilient, equitable production ecosystems.