Manufacturing Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday in October, is an opportunity to recognize the importance and value of a vibrant, diversified and thriving manufacturing sector throughout the country. As the nation recognizes this occasion, Gore and the Cecil County Office of Economic Development are especially proud to celebrate manufacturing in Cecil County.
Earlier this week, the Cecil County Office of Economic Development hosted Cecil Tech Connect at W. L. Gore & Associates to offer an inside look at how innovation takes shape inside the county’s largest private employer. Featured speaker, Tammy Noel, a leader within Gore’s Aerospace & Defense business, shared insights with attendees on how innovation moves from idea to impact at Gore. The event brought together founders, engineers, technology leaders, manufacturers, entrepreneurs, investors and others for an evening of networking and exchange of ideas to help strengthen the community’s growing technology and innovation network.
In honor of October 2 as Manufacturing Day, Gore recognizes the sector’s impact on the economy as a driver for innovation and growth in the region. Gore alone supports more than $1.3 billion in statewide economic activity each year, about 96% of which occurs in Cecil County to manufacture products, including:
- PYRAD® technology from GORE-TEX Professional provides lightweight, durable protection against flames, heat, fuels, and chemicals. Designed for use in extreme conditions. Elixir® Strings: guitar strings manufactured by musicians, for musicians. Check out Cecil Whig’s recent story on the history of Elixir® Strings, their exclusive production in Cecil County, and how they are preferred by famous musicians.
- Durable cables that offer high-speed connectivity in your home and beyond. GORE® Fiber Optic Cables are designed to handle intense conditions — even in space!
- GORE® Automotive Vents for batteries equalize pressure and protect against contaminants, enhancing reliability and performance of electric vehicles for drivers worldwide.
Manufacturing touches virtually every sector of Cecil County’s economy, supporting jobs in a wide range of industries from healthcare and education to transportation and retail. As the nation recognizes Manufacturing Day, Gore is especially proud to celebrate its contributions to the economic vitality of Cecil County. Gore invites all county citizens to join us in recognizing Manufacturing Day and learn more about Gore’s innovations made in Maryland by visiting: https://www.gore.com/innovation-in-maryland. Also, hear from Gore manufacturing Associates in our latest social media post.
