About

About Us

About ARMA

The voice of manufacturing in Central Texas, connecting manufacturers, educators, industry leaders, and community partners to strengthen the region’s manufacturing economy.

Built By Manufacturers,
For Manufacturers.

ARMA is a member-driven organization built to support the manufacturers that power our region. When ARMA was formed in 2013, manufacturers, educators, workforce partners, and community leaders came together to address the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

Today, ARMA continues to advocate, collaborate, and create opportunities that help manufacturers grow, hire, and thrive across Central Texas.

Founded

2013

Formed by local manufacturers to strengthen the industry in Central Texas.

Member Companies

350+

Manufacturers and industry partners across diverse industries and company sizes.

Our Texas Region

Central

Proudly serving manufacturers throughout the greater Austin region.

Practical support for the people building Central Texas.

ARMA gives manufacturers and industry partners a practical way to stay connected, informed, represented, and involved in the future of manufacturing across the region.

Policy & Advocacy Support

Helping local and regional leaders understand the needs of manufacturers, from infrastructure and utilities to workforce and business conditions.

Workforce Partnerships

Connecting manufacturers with schools, training providers, educators, and workforce partners that help build the next generation of talent.

Plant Tours & Peer Learning

Creating opportunities for members to see operations firsthand, exchange ideas, and learn directly from other manufacturers.

Industry Events

Bringing the manufacturing community together through luncheons, forums, conferences, educational programs, and networking opportunities.

Member Connections

Helping manufacturers, suppliers, educators, and community partners build relationships that strengthen the regional manufacturing ecosystem.

Growth Resources

Sharing practical resources, best practices, and strategic insight that help members operate stronger and grow with confidence.

Join the network strengthening Central Texas manufacturing.

ARMA brings manufacturers, suppliers, educators, and community partners together to advocate for industry needs, build workforce pipelines, and create meaningful connections across the region.

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Why members get involved

Connect with manufacturers and industry leaders across Central Texas.

Support workforce and education initiatives that strengthen the talent pipeline.

Stay informed and represented on issues impacting regional manufacturing.