In a proactive move to bolster the regional economy, the DeKalb County Economic Development Authority (DCEDA) recently conducted a high-level visit to one of the area’s key employers, Plasman. This visit was a preplanned Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) engagement—a core pillar of the DCEDA’s mission to ensure that the businesses currently calling DeKalb home have the resources they need to thrive.
A Focused Agenda for Growth
The meeting served as a deep dive into the operational health of Plasman and its relationship with the surrounding community. Leadership from both the DCEDA and Plasman focused on several critical pillars:
- Workforce Dynamics: Strategies for robust recruitment and long-term retention to keep the regional talent pool competitive.
- Infrastructure Requirements: Assessing current utility and logistical needs to ensure local systems can support industrial demands.
- Strategic Foresight: Aligning the company’s long-term operational planning with the county’s broader economic vision.
Partnership in Action
This engagement reflects the continued collaboration between Plasman and local economic development partners. By maintaining an open dialogue, the DCEDA helps mitigate potential challenges before they arise, ensuring both corporate stability and future expansion opportunities.
Highlighting the importance of this relationship, Plasman Fort Payne Manufacturing, General Manager, Tim Aktas noted the positive trajectory of the meeting:
“Plasman looks forward to further strengthening our valued partnership with DeKalb County.”
As the DeKalb region continues to evolve, these BR&E initiatives remain essential in fostering a business climate where Plasman and other established companies in Fort Payne, Alabama feel supported, heard, and empowered to grow.
About Plasman
Plasman is a leading global manufacturer in bumpers-fascias, grilles, exterior trim, and subsystem components. As One Driving Force™, our diverse team of talented employees in 10 countries is driven by a commitment to outperform in all areas from engineering design to state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. Plasman’s headquarters are in Oldcastle, Ontario. Further information about Plasman is available at Plasman.com or follow us on LinkedIn.