About Us
Catalyst Connection is an economic development organization dedicated to helping small manufacturers in southwestern Pennsylvania improve their competitive performance.
Our advisors, consultants, and instructors are highly motivated experts with academic degrees and real-world manufacturing experience. In addition to training and consulting, we administer financial programs which can provide funding for equipment and machinery.
Catalyst Connection By the Numbers
| 25 Years |
supporting manufacturing in Southwest Pennsylvania |
| 1,600 Manufacturers |
engaged in Catalyst Connection projects |
| In 2012, 113 Manufacturers who had recent projects with Catalyst Connection reported the following results: |
| $320 Million |
in increased or retained sales |
| 1,490 Jobs |
created or retained |
| $52 Million |
additional investments made |
| $42 Million |
cost savings and investments avoided |
Making a Difference
Every day, southwestern Pennsylvania manufacturers partner with Catalyst Connection to reduce costs, improve throughput, and increase quality. Our approach is flexible enough to meet any challenge, yet disciplined enough to generate positive outcomes that show real results. While our consulting projects typically incorporate employee training, we also offer a full curriculum of stand-alone training sessions and workshops for individuals or groups.
We Succeed When You Succeed
As a non-profit 501(c)3 firm, Catalyst Connection is not motivated by making large profits but by reporting the success stories of our manufacturing clients. We can provide you with a free consultation to help you determine the best place to put your business improvement efforts. Click Here or call 1 (888) 887-7472.
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