McMinnville | MADE Mayor’s VIP Tour Series: Celebrating Innovation, Industry & Impact
Jul 18, 2025
McMinnville is making things happen—literally. From cutting-edge aerospace components and precision medical testing kits to modular homes and energy bars, McMinnville’s manufacturing base is as diverse as it is impactful.
At the heart of this thriving sector is a robust ecosystem of innovators, builders, and makers—contributing not just products but powerful economic value. Manufacturing in McMinnville supports thousands of living-wage jobs and generates significant local tax revenue, helping to fund everything from infrastructure to education. With more than 130 traded-sector businesses calling McMinnville home, our community benefits from a resilient and diversified economy.
The McMinnville | MADE VIP Tours are a curated series of behind-the-scenes experiences that highlight the strength and innovation of McMinnville’s advanced manufacturing sector and traded sector industries. Hosted by MEDP (McMinnville Economic Development Partnership) and City of McMinnville, Mayor Kim Morris, these tours bring together key regional leaders, economic development partners, and industry champions to explore the breadth of world-class products made right here in McMinnville, Oregon.
2025 McMinnville | MADE VIP Tour Line-Up:
July –
🧪 OC Orthodontics / World Class Technology (WCT)
Precision medical components made to exacting standards—supporting global healthcare innovation from right here in McMinnville.
Crafting high-quality, attainable homes with sustainability and scale in mind—meeting the urgent need for affordable housing across the region.
August –
✈️ PNAA Oregon AeroConnect Summer Social and Tour of Northwest UAV's Innovation Campus
A special event showcasing McMinnville’s aerospace cluster, co-hosted with the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance (PNAA), featuring:
- Northwest UAV (NWUAV) – UAV propulsion systems & testing
- NW Rapid Manufacturing – Aerospace-grade 3D printed components
- Phenix Solutions – Heavy-lift uncrewed aerial systems
- RPAMS – Aviation maintenance & remote pilot support
- 📅 Register to Attend Oregon AeroConnect!
Creators of the DUTCH Test, transforming hormone health diagnostics and shaping the future of functional medicine.
September –
A global aerospace leader producing essential aircraft systems—where reliability, engineering, and innovation take flight.
September –
Custom plastic tubing for everything from dental to industrial applications—known for its exceptional workplace culture and customer-first approach.
🌱 Fall 2025 –
A climate-forward clean tech startup developing biochar-based solutions for carbon sequestration and regenerative agriculture.
💼 Economic Impact: More Than Manufacturing
With over 130 traded-sector firms and a strong focus on advanced manufacturing, McMinnville’s industrial ecosystem generates millions in local tax revenues, sustains thousands of high-wage jobs, and supports a resilient, future-ready economy. The diversity of our manufacturers—spanning aerospace, biotech, medical, housing, clean tech, and more -- makes McMinnville a hub for innovation and long-term prosperity.
Are you a local manufacturer? Would you like to host a tour? Please complete the interest form at the link.
Why Manufacturing Matters*:
- Manufacturing makes up 14% of Oregon’s GDP
- Supports 204,000+ jobs statewide
- Offers strong local wages and career pathways
- Manufacturing is McMinnville, Oregon’s third-largest employment sector with 105 establishments and plays a vital role in sustaining our diverse and resilient economy.
*Oregon Stats: Based on Oregon Business & Industry and ECONorthwest Report 2024 data
*McMinnville Stats: Based on Oregon Employment Department, geocode data 2023
