Created by the Manufacturers Resource Center (MRC) in Allentown, PA in 2013, the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® contests draw entries from teams across Pennsylvania. The teams of students and teacher coaches receive camera equipment, software, and professional guidance as they learn to script

Invest in Philadelphia children while lowering your state and federal tax liability through the PA Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) and the PA Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC). The Pennsylvania educational tax credit programs (EITC/OSTC) incentivize donors to transform their tax

DVIRC is proud to sponsor Father Judge’s Wreaths Across America at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, honoring heroes with a wreath-laying ceremony. Join the more than two million volunteers and supporters across the U.S. who will gather to Remember, Honor and Teach at more than 4,000 particip

In the dynamic world of manufacturing, the need for adaptation and growth is paramount. Ram-Z, a leading job shop in Corvallis, OR, specializing in machining, fabrication, and welding services, faced the challenge of declining sales in 2023. However, through a strategic partnership with DVIRC, the

We are excited to present Ken Baker, the latest addition to DVIRC’s board of directors. Ken is the CEO of NewAge Industries, a 100% employee-owned and B Corp Certified fluid transfer company. He brings nearly 40 years of experience to the board, including the manufacturing of tubing/hose and fitti

The DVIRC PA Dream Team had the pleasure of meeting with the Girls Inc.’s Early Grade Literacy program (Discovery) on Saturday, January 13, 2024. At Girls Inc., girls learn to set and achieve goals, boldly confront challenges, resist peer pressure, see college as attainable, and explore nontraditi

2030 Manufacturing Moonshot We must think differently about the future of US manufacturing throughout the Delaware Valley and across the nation. We have to be bold in our planning and executing this renaissance. As such, DVIRC’s mission has evolved. I believe that it is on us to reimagine manufactur

PHILADELPHIA – The Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center (DVIRC) has been awarded a $1M contract by BlueForge Alliance to address the urgent demand for increased workforce and capacity in the U.S. Submarine Industrial Base (SIB). DVIRC will create and deploy a regional strategy and taskforce

Written By: Brian Deal At DVIRC, we recently conducted a poll during our Supply Chain 101 program involving over 120 supply chain professionals to gather insights on current inventory management practices and challenges. The findings from our SC101 sessions reveal significant trends and areas for im

Philadelphia, PA – The Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center (DVIRC) has announced the retirement of Jim Williams, President of All Points Additive, from its Board of Directors. Williams, who has been an influential figure in the manufacturing sector, concluded his tenure yesterday after year

Meet the Pets of DVIRC and Their Imaginary Careers in Manufacturing! As the summer sun shines brightly, we at DVIRC decided to bring a bit of that warmth into our workplace in a fun and furry way. Welcome to the Dog Days of Summer—our special spotlight on the pets of DVIRC! But this isn’t just any p

As part of the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Manufacturing Thought Leadership Forum, DVIRC President & CEO Chris Scafario sat down to share our bold vision for the future of U.S. manufacturing. In this featured article, Chris outlines how DVIRC is driving economic growth through technology ado

At DVIRC’s 2025 Manufacturing Executives Conference, retired Lieutenant General JT Thompson, former Commander of the U.S. Space Force’s Space and Missile Systems Center, delivered a clear message: the space economy isn’t a distant dream. It’s a rapidly growing, high-stakes opportunity, and manufac

The space economy is no longer the exclusive domain of government agencies or defense giants. In a recent DVIRC-hosted presentation, Jon Kirchner—President of Perfero Advisory and a member of DVIRC’s Board of Directors—laid out a compelling vision for how manufacturers in Southeastern Pennsylvania

The roar of engines and the thrill of the race electrified Dover International Speedway on July 20th as DVIRC partnered with the U.S. Navy and BlueForge Alliance to champion the BuildSubmarines.com campaign. This high-energy event put Southeastern Pennsylvania’s manufacturing prowess front and cen

Anthony J. Girifalco 1954–2025 Executive Vice President, DVIRC It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of Anthony “Tony” Girifalco, DVIRC’s Executive Vice President, a steadfast leader, and a cherished friend to so many in our organization and community. Tony was with DVIRC from the very

Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center relocates headquarters to Navy Yard. DVIRC plans to open satellite locations across the region. Organization will establish Artificial Intelligence Center for Excellence at Quarters M4. Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center is moving its headquarte

From October 9–11, 2025, Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia became a hub of innovation, collaboration, and celebration as the U.S. Navy & Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Innovation Pavilion brought together leaders from defense, manufacturing, academia, and government. Hosted by DVIRC and part

Philadelphia Naval and Marine leaders gathered at Philadelphia’s Navy Yard last week to celebrate the U.S. Navy’s founding on Oct. 13, 1775. Military and political leaders honored the Navy’s achievements on the harbor where it was founded. But as the ceremony paid homage to America’s great triumph

South Korea will build a nuclear-powered submarine in Philadelphia, President Donald Trump announced this week. Writing on Truth Social, Trump said: “South Korea will be building its Nuclear Powered Submarine in the Philadelphia Shipyards, right here in the good ol’ U.S.A. Shipbuilding in our Count