THE MANUFACTURING SKILLS INSTITUTE (MSI)
The Manufacturing Skills Institute (MSI) provides relevant education, skills training, and certifications for careers in advanced manufacturing by offering world-class training programs delivered by MSI and MSI Academic Partners. Through the partnership between industry and education, employers set the skill standards for MSI program offerings to ensure learning is linked to employment and career advancement opportunities.
MSI provides programs in advanced technology and automation aligned to manufacturers skills needs. Courses are taught by instructors with professional experiences in manufacturing to ensure knowledge and skill transfer from the classroom.
MSI’s programs put individuals on an immediate career pathway leading to employment and career advancement.
Why msi?
MSI’s mission is to increase the manufacturing capacity of communities through an established network of MSI Academic and Workforce Partners – to be the premier integrated industrial workforce solution – for everything in workforce development.
STACKABLE INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS
We offer industry-wide, technical skills certifications. The MS and MT1 credentials are endorsed by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and are included in the NAM-endorsed Manufacturing Institute.
WORLD-CLASS CONSULTING SERVICES
MSI offers a variety of specialized consulting services for industry to ensure you have the right information, technology, and processes to engage your workforce and position your business for growth and success.
ATTENTIVE CUSTOMER
CARE TEAM
Our team is here to help you. With quick, attentive customer care, we’re ready to help you achieve your workforce development goals.
ACADEMIC & WORKFORCE NETWORK
Take advantage of MSI’s network, participate in peer-to-peer discussions, and stay up-to-date on funding opportunities, training, and more.
MSI Award & Recognition Program
MSI presents two awards annually: the MSI Fellow Award and, in partnership with the Virginia Manufacturers Association, the VMA Chairman’s Safety Award . We also recognize members of our esteemed Peer Committee.
MSI FELLOW AWARD
An MSI Fellow has active experience in workforce development, supports at least one MSI credential, OR has attained distinction in manufacturing-related disciplines.
MSI Peer Committee
The MSI Peer Committee is composed of subject matter experts, instructors, engineers, and scientists who assist with the development and review of training and assessment materials. This committee meets ad hoc and members offer their time and talents as a service to manufacturing community. Membership in this prestigious group is by invitation only.
VMA CHAIRMAN’S SAFETY AWARD
This Virginia-based distinction is awarded each year to a business that exemplifies the highest level of safety commitment and performance.
Meet The Team
MSI’s team is here for you, no matter your needs. Increasing the manufacturing capacity of communities and closing the skills gap is our highest priority.
Dr. Victor Gray
Executive Director
Jody Steele
Workforce Solutions Coordinator
Russell Mait
Consultant/Instructor
Dawnn Moore
Project Manager
Robert Holloman
Consultant/Instructor
David Crawford
Consultant/Instructor
Harry Gregori
Consultant/Instructor
Darren Reeves
Consultant/Instructor
Caitlin Davis
Subject Matter Expert
Sara Laymon
Subject Matter Expert